Lexie B2 Plus Hero
Expert
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Lexie B2 Plus Expert Review

Mid-Priced OTCReleased 2022
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How We Test

The Lexie B2 Plus is a mid-priced OTC hearing aid that earns an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.60/5, ranking #4 among 61 OTC devices tested in our lab. At $899, this behind-the-ear rechargeable device delivers strong performance that has earned it consecutive Expert's Choice Awards in 2023 and 2024.

In our testing, the B2 Plus excels in speech clarity and own-voice comfort. Speech in quiet scores a strong 4.3/5, measuring 1.65 points above the category average. Own-voice comfort is excellent at 4.8/5, a full 2.30 points above average—a notable achievement that makes the device comfortable for extended wear. Speech in noise scores 2.0/5, which is 0.80 points above the category average but mixed in absolute terms, meaning challenging listening environments may still require effort.

The device shows some limitations in feedback handling, scoring 2.8/5 compared to the category average of 4.53/5. Music streaming performance is mixed at 2.6/5, though still 0.73 points above the OTC average. Within its price range, competitors like the Sony CRE-E10 (5.00/5) and Elehear Beyond Pro (4.78/5) score higher, though the B2 Plus remains a top-5% performer in the broader OTC category.

The Lexie B2 Plus is well-suited for users who prioritize comfortable everyday speech clarity over music streaming or challenging noise environments. Its strong out-of-box performance and rechargeable convenience make it a solid choice for those new to hearing aids.

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HearAdvisor Verdict
ATop 10% of OTC Hearing Aid
Bottom Line

The Lexie B2 Plus delivers excellent own-voice naturalness and strong speech clarity in quiet, making it a solid mid-priced OTC choice for everyday conversations.

Strengths
  • Excellent own-voice naturalness4.8/5
  • Strong speech clarity in quiet environments4.3/5
  • Good value at the $899 mid-price tier
Drawbacks
  • Below-average feedback handling2.8/5, -1.73 vs category
  • Mixed speech-in-noise performance2.0/5
  • Music streaming only adequate2.6/5
Lab Test Summary

In its initial out-of-box configuration with open domes, the Lexie B2 Plus achieves a normalized Initial Score of 4.6/5. Speech in quiet is strong at 4.6/5, and own-voice comfort is excellent at 4.8/5, well above the category average. Speech in noise measures 2.4/5, above the category average of 1.20/5 but still reflecting mixed absolute performance. Feedback handling scores 2.7/5, below the category average. Music streaming scores 2.3/5. The initial fit delivers strong everyday speech performance with minimal setup required.

What is HearAdvisor's Initial Fit?

The Initial Fit approximates the most likely settings and eartips for a typical moderate hearing loss. Results are measured across the same 72 acoustic scenes in our custom-built lab, then scored on a 5-star scale using an auditory model.

Lab Review Scores
A
SoundGrade
Initial Score
4.6
Tuned Score
4.5
Expert
Choice
Speech in quiet
best
4.6
5.0
Own voice
best
4.8
5.0
Speech in noise
best
2.4
5.0
Feedback handling
best
2.7
5.0
Music streaming
best
2.3
5.0

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Lexie B2 Plus Hearing Aids: Lab Review and Sound Samples

In this video, we dive into Lexie Hearing's premium OTC hearing aid: the B2 Plus Powered by Bose! Join us as we review its features, including Bluetooth streaming, wireless control, and hassle-free rechargeability. B2 Plus is available at LexieHearing.com and other electronics retailers for around $999, making it a mid-priced OTC hearing aid.

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Lab Recordings
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Lexie B2 Plus Lab
Lab Notes
Initial Fitting
Tuned Fitting
Ear Coupling
Initial Fitting
Open Dome
Tuned Fitting
Open Dome
Receiver
Initial Fitting
Standard
Tuned Fitting
Standard
Fitting Formula
Initial Fitting
Proprietary manufacturer default
Tuned Fitting
Proprietary manufacturer default
Listening Program
Initial Fitting
Default
Tuned Fitting
Default
Volume Setting
Initial Fitting
World volume at "70"
Tuned Fitting
World volume at "84"
Software Version
Initial Fitting
Unknown
Tuned Fitting
Unknown
Tuning Adjustments
Initial Fitting
Treble/Bass at "0", Directionality at "Front"
Tuned Fitting
Treble/Bass at "29", Directionality at "Front"
Notes
Initial Fitting
n/a
Tuned Fitting
n/a
Specs
Behind Ear
Behind Ear
Rechargeable Batteries
Rechargeable Batteries
iPhone Streaming
iPhone Streaming
Android Streaming
Android Streaming