Yeasound RIC700 Expert Review

The Yeasound RIC700 is a behind-the-ear OTC hearing aid priced at $399, earning an A grade with a SoundScore of 4.15/5 in our lab testing. This places it in the top 16% of the 61 OTC hearing aids we've evaluated, ranking #11 in its category.

Speech performance is a standout strength for the RIC700. In quiet environments, it delivers a strong 4.0/5, which is 1.35 points above the OTC category average. Speech in noise scores 2.0/5—above the category average by 0.80 points, though still mixed in absolute terms. Users who primarily need help hearing conversations in moderate environments will find the RIC700 performs well above typical OTC offerings.

Feedback handling is excellent at 4.6/5, and music streaming scores 2.9/5—above the 1.87 category average by over a point, though mixed overall. Own-voice comfort is a weakness at 2.0/5, falling 0.50 points below the category average, which may affect how natural your own speech sounds.

The RIC700 offers rechargeable batteries and streaming compatibility with both iPhone and Android devices, plus hands-free functionality. While competitors like the Sony CRE-E10 and Elehear Beyond Pro score higher in the same price range, the Yeasound RIC700 delivers solid value for those prioritizing speech clarity in quieter settings without requiring professional fitting.