Oticon More vs Widex Moment

The Oticon More is a premium behind-the-ear prescription hearing aid that earned an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.6/5 in our lab testing, placing it in the top 22% of the 36 prescription hearing aids we've evaluated. Released in 2021, this device remains competitive and has received HearAdvisor's Expert's Choice Award in both 2023 and 2024. In our testing, the Oticon More demonstrated strong speech clarity performance. Speech in quiet scored 4.0/5, which is 0.73 points above the category average—a notable margin that reflects genuine audibility advantages in everyday conversations. Speech in noise measured 2.7/5, which is above the category average by 0.75 points, though only mixed in absolute terms, meaning challenging listening environments may still require effort. Own-voice comfort scored a solid 3.1/5 (+0.35 vs category average), and music streaming measured 3.0/5 (+0.36 vs category average), both performing above typical prescription aids. Feedback handling scored 3.5/5, which is solid in absolute terms, though below the category average of 4.71/5 by 1.21 points—something to discuss with your hearing care provider. At $4,598, this is a premium-priced device offering iPhone and Android streaming, hands-free calling, and your choice of rechargeable or disposable batteries. The Oticon More is well-suited for those prioritizing speech clarity who want a proven performer from an established manufacturer. Competitors in this price range include the newer Oticon Intent (4.85/5) and Oticon Real (4.75/5), which may be worth comparing during your fitting appointment.

The Widex Moment is a premium prescription behind-the-ear hearing aid that earns an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.7/5 in HearAdvisor's lab testing, ranking #8 among 36 prescription hearing aids tested. Currently available at $3,398, it delivers strong overall performance that places it in the top 19% of its category. In our testing, the Moment demonstrates particular strength in speech clarity for quiet environments, scoring 4.4/5—a full 1.05 points above the category average. Music streaming quality also impresses at 3.5/5, exceeding the category average by 0.86 points. Speech understanding in noisy environments scores 2.4/5, which is above the category average of 1.96/5 but mixed in absolute terms, reflecting the challenging nature of this listening scenario for hearing aids generally. Feedback handling presents an interesting picture: the Moment scores a strong 4.0/5 in absolute terms, though this falls 0.71 points below the category average of 4.71/5. Own-voice comfort is solid at 3.0/5, slightly above the category average. The device uses rechargeable batteries and supports both iPhone and Android streaming with hands-free capability. The Widex Moment is well-suited for listeners who prioritize natural sound quality in everyday conversations and music enjoyment. It competes in a crowded premium segment alongside devices like the Phonak Sphere Infinio and Oticon Intent, and has earned Expert's Choice Awards in both 2023 and 2024.