Oticon More vs Oticon Real

The Oticon More is a premium prescription behind-the-ear hearing aid that earns an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.6/5 in our lab testing, placing it in the top 23% of the 39 prescription hearing aids we've evaluated. Currently available at $4,598, this 2021 release has earned our Expert's Choice Award in both 2023 and 2024. In our testing, the Oticon More demonstrates strong speech clarity performance. Speech in quiet scores 4.0/5, which is 0.65 points above the category average—a meaningful advantage for everyday conversation. Speech in noise measures 2.7/5, which is 0.60 points above the category average, though the absolute score reflects the inherent challenge all hearing aids face in noisy environments. Own-voice comfort is solid at 3.1/5, sitting 0.40 points above average. The device does show one notable weakness: feedback handling scores 3.5/5, which is 1.22 points below the category average of 4.72/5. While this is still a solid score in absolute terms, competing devices in this price range generally perform better in this area. Music streaming is solid at 3.0/5, slightly above the category average. The Oticon More offers flexibility with both rechargeable and disposable battery options, plus streaming compatibility with both iPhone and Android devices including hands-free calling. For those considering alternatives, newer models like the Oticon Intent and Oticon Real score higher in our testing at similar price points. The Oticon More remains a capable choice for listeners who prioritize speech clarity and want a well-established platform with proven performance.

The Oticon Real is a premium prescription behind-the-ear hearing aid released in 2023, priced at $4,798. In HearAdvisor's lab testing, it earned an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.7/5, placing it in the top 10% of the 39 prescription hearing aids tested and ranking #5 in its category. Speech performance is a clear strength for the Oticon Real. Speech in quiet scored a strong 4.0/5, sitting 0.64 points above the category average. Speech in noise measured 2.9/5—above the category average by 0.82 points, though still mixed in absolute terms. This combination makes it a solid choice for listeners prioritizing conversation clarity across different environments. Feedback handling scored a strong 4.0/5 in absolute terms, though this falls 0.72 points below the category average of 4.72/5. Own voice comfort scored 2.4/5, which is 0.30 points below the category average—a potential consideration for those sensitive to how their own voice sounds. Music streaming performance was mixed at 2.8/5, essentially matching the category average. The Oticon Real is a two-time Expert's Choice Award winner (2023, 2024) and offers flexible power options with both rechargeable and disposable batteries. It supports iPhone and Android streaming along with hands-free calling. Within its premium price tier, it faces strong competition from devices like the Phonak Sphere Infinio and Oticon Intent, but remains a compelling option for users who prioritize speech intelligibility and are willing to invest in top-tier technology.