Sennheiser All-Day Clear Slim Expert Review

The Sennheiser All-Day Clear Slim is a premium-priced OTC hearing aid ($1,499) that earned a B grade in HearAdvisor's lab testing, placing it in the top 34% of the OTC hearing aid category. This behind-the-ear device from the respected audio brand delivers solid performance in specific areas but shows notable weaknesses that prospective buyers should consider.

In our testing, the All-Day Clear Slim demonstrated above-average speech clarity in quiet environments (+0.68 points above category average) and strong music streaming quality (+0.36 points above average)—areas where Sennheiser's audio heritage appears to benefit the product. Feedback handling was excellent, scoring a perfect 5.00/5 in both fit conditions, meaning users are unlikely to experience annoying whistling during daily wear.

However, the device showed significant limitations in challenging listening situations. Speech in noise performance fell below average (-0.20 points), which may disappoint users who need help in restaurants, social gatherings, or other noisy environments. Own-voice comfort also scored below average (-0.61 points), with the closed sleeve coupling contributing to noticeable occlusion effects that some users find bothersome.

At its $1,499 price point, the All-Day Clear Slim faces stiff competition. Higher-scoring alternatives in the same price range include the Lucid Tala (4.64/5), Jabra Enhance Select 300 (4.33/5), and Audicus Omni 2 (4.32/5). The Eargo Link offers comparable performance at $799. The Sennheiser may appeal to users who prioritize music streaming and speech clarity in quiet settings, but those frequently in noisy environments should consider alternatives.