Eargo 8 Expert Review

The Eargo 8 is a premium-priced OTC hearing aid featuring an invisible-in-ear design, released in 2025 at $2,399. In our lab testing, it earned a C grade with a SoundScore of 2.85/5, ranking #39 of 61 devices in the OTC Hearing Aid category.

This device shows mixed performance across our test metrics. Its strongest showing is in own-voice comfort, scoring a solid 3.2/5—which is 0.70 points above the category average. This suggests users may experience less of the "talking in a barrel" sensation common with some hearing aids. Feedback handling is also strong at 4.2/5 in absolute terms, though this falls slightly below the OTC category average of 4.53/5.

However, the Eargo 8 struggles in key areas. Speech in noise performance is low at 0.3/5, falling 0.90 points below the category average—a significant gap for challenging listening environments. Music streaming scored 0.0/5, which is 1.87 points below average, making it unsuitable for users who prioritize audio entertainment. Speech in quiet performance is mixed at 2.6/5, essentially matching the category average.

At its premium price point, the Eargo 8 faces stiff competition. Several alternatives in lower price ranges deliver comparable or better sound performance. The device may appeal to users who prioritize the invisible form factor and own-voice comfort over speech clarity in noise or streaming capability, but those seeking overall sound quality may find better value elsewhere in the OTC market.