Best Hearing Aids of 2025: Audiologist Reviewed

Cost: $1,195-$1,995 for a pair

For anyone dealing with mild to moderate hearing loss, Jabra Enhance hearing aids are the perfect match. In our tests, these hearing aids consistently allowed us to focus on conversations and effectively suppressed background noise, even in crowded environments. Their low price, starting at $1,195, is also highly competitive.

The Enhance Select 700 impressed us across every environment we tested, from quiet offices to bustling coffee shops. What set these hearing aids apart was their exceptional background noise reduction combined with clear voice amplification. Even in a noisy restaurant, where most models struggle, the 700 delivered outstanding performance. The Jabra Enhance app made on-the-fly adjustments effortless, letting us fine-tune settings through an intuitive interface.

We were also pleased with Jabra Enhance’s remote audiologist support, which is included with all models. Scheduling sessions directly through the app was straightforward, and having professional guidance without leaving home made the entire experience more convenient. The audiologists remotely adjusted our settings based on our feedback, allowing us to customize the devices to our needs.

Beyond the device performance, Jabra Enhance hearing aids stand out with possibly the best warranty of any OTC hearing aid brand. Every model includes a three-year warranty covering loss and damage, providing peace of mind alongside your investment.

The Expert Take

From Dr. Kasey Craig

(Au.D.)

Different patients need very different service levels. I saw some patients for adjustments almost monthly, and I only saw some once a year! Remote support is a great option, especially for first-time hearing aid users or if you are unsure what level of support you will need long term.

Jabra Enhance hearing aids cost between $1,195 and $1,995, depending on the specific model. Regardless of the model, you’ll get the three-year warranty and three years of remote assistance from Jabra’s hearing specialists.

Remote support like this is especially important with OTC hearing aids. One study from ASHA Leader finds that people are more likely to report satisfaction with their hearing aids when an audiologist following best practices is involved in the process.2

To learn more about our experience with the company’s specialists, read our guide to Jabra Enhance pricing.

While Jabra Enhance hearing aids support Bluetooth streaming from smartphones, only its most advanced models, the Select 700 and the Select 300, support streaming phone calls. Additionally, the 300 only supports hands-free calls on iOS devices, not Androids.

Combining affordability with advanced features like Bluetooth audio streaming and remote sound adjustments, Jabra Enhance hearing aids are our top pick.

Cost: $799-$2,699 for a pair

If you’re self-conscious about the appearance of hearing aids, then Eargo offers incredibly small devices that are practically invisible when you wear them. Despite this small size, they sacrifice little in terms of features and sound quality.

Aside from their small size, which is impressive in its own right, Eargo hearing aids also had some advanced features that helped us fine-tune them to our hearing loss. For starters, all Eargo models had a battery life that lasted roughly 14 hours on a single charge. To recharge them, we placed them in the included charging case.

Both the Eargo SE and Eargo 8 feature automatic sound adjustments. As our testers moved from quiet environments (at home watching TV) to loud ones (crowded cafes), the hearing aids would automatically adjust to diminish background noise.

Additionally, with every Eargo model, we could manually adjust our hearing settings through the Eargo app. With this app, we could adjust volume, noise reduction, and other settings. The app also allowed us to schedule remote screenings with Eargo’s team of hearing specialists. Unlike Jabra Enhance, which charges extra for access to its hearing team, Eargo includes lifetime support with all of its models for no extra charge.

Eargo hearing aids cost anywhere from $799 for the Eargo Link to $2,699 for the Eargo 8, respectively. All Eargo models come with a 45-day evaluation period so you can be absolutely sure they’re the right device for you.

In terms of warranties, the Eargo SE and Eargo Link come with one-year warranties, while the Eargo 8 comes with a two-year warranty. To learn more about the specifics of this company’s warranty policy, read our guide to Eargo hearing aid costs.

While Eargo hearing aids support remote adjustments through the Eargo app, they do not allow Bluetooth streaming from your smartphone. If you’d like to stream audio or phone calls directly to your hearing aids, we recommend a device from Jabra Enhance.

When it comes to invisible hearing aids, no other model we tested performed as reliably as the Eargo hearing aids.

Cost: $297-$597 for a pair

With the launch of OTC hearing aids, we encountered many low-cost hearing aids to avoid; however, MDHearing’s devices proved surprisingly reliable. And now, the VOLT MAX offers the same smartphone compatibility as its competitors.

All MDHearing models have rechargeable batteries, and in our tests, these batteries lasted between 12 to 16 hours on a single charge. That’s more than enough to make it through the day.

Additionally, in lieu of smartphone adjustments, we had to adjust these hearing aids manually by pressing switches on the hearing aids themselves. While some might find this annoying, we think this would be useful for the number of hearing aid users who don’t have smartphones.

Overall, while we found that the sound quality of these hearing aids was not on par with those from Eargo or Jabra Enhance, they were still an effective way of amplifying noises that we wanted to hear. In particular, the premium model, the VOLT MAX, delivered a pretty solid performance, even in crowded and noisy environments.

MDHearing devices cost:

• NEO: $297
• NEO XS: $297
• AIR: $297
• VOLT: $397
• VOLT MAX: $597

You can return these hearing aids within 45 days for a full refund, and each model comes with a one-year warranty.

To learn more about the details of this warranty, read our guide to MDHearing costs.

MDHearing provides lifetime customer support with all of its devices. However, since these devices don’t support remote adjustments, we found the experience to function more like tech support than a consultation with a hearing specialist.

Lack of remote adjustments aside, we think that MDHearing hearing aids would be ideal for the user looking to address their mild hearing loss for a low price.

Cost: $299-$999 for a pair

Lexie hearing aids feature noise reduction, water resistance, and varying levels of Bluetooth connectivity. With Bose audio technology in their premium models and a unique earbud design in their H1 model, we found that the sound quality across Lexie’s lineup was remarkably superb.

Naturally, when we heard that Lexie’s B1 and B2 Plus hearing aids were built with Bose hardware, we were excited to experience their sound quality. We were impressed after our extensive testing. Whether we were having a conversation at a crowded restaurant or watching TV at home, we found that the hearing aids did a fine job of amplifying the sounds we wanted while simultaneously minimizing those we didn’t.

The H1 Hearing Buds completely surprised us with their dual functionality. During music streaming tests, these earbuds delivered sound quality that rivaled those costing twice as much. The bass response was particularly impressive — electronic and hip-hop tracks had proper thump and sub-bass extension that traditional hearing aids simply can’t match.

We found it a breeze to adjust the settings on our hearing aids through the app. With this, we could either toggle between listening environments or fine-tune the settings ourselves.

Lexie hearing aids cost:

• H1 Hearing Buds: $299
• Lumen: $299
• B1: $649
• B2 Plus: $999

With each of these hearing aids, you’ll have a 45-day return window, during which you can get a full refund. In terms of warranties, each model comes with a one-year warranty. Lexie also offers a protection plan for $180; this covers accidental damage and loss of your hearing aids, particularly useful for the easily misplaced H1 earbuds.

While we have little to say negatively about the B2 Plus, we were disappointed that the Lumen and B1 models lacked any Bluetooth streaming capability, especially when the sound quality was so good. The H1 Hearing Buds, while offering excellent music streaming, provide only basic hearing enhancement through four preset programs rather than the personalized frequency adjustments available in the traditional models.

Additionally, the H1’s in-ear design required periodic breaks during all-day wear, unlike the comfortable behind-the-ear models.

With options from $299, Lexie hearing aids are both affordable and reliable. The H1 model, in particular, is an affordable and aesthetically pleasing entry point into the world of hearing aids.

Cost: $3,000-$6,000 for a pair

The only prescription hearing aid brand on this list, Widex hearing aids are impressive for their sheer amount of features and the professionalism of the care your purchase includes. While costs for these hearing aids might be high, they’re the only option on this list approved to treat severe or profound hearing loss.

There’s a reason that Widex hearing aids are among the most popular around, and that is the company’s wide range of models and technology. Across its SmartRIC, Moment, and Alllure models, we found useful smartphone apps, programs for tinnitus, and different styles, from traditional behind-the-ear to completely in-ear devices.

Across the board, we found that Widex hearing aids delivered exceptional sound performance. Additionally, since Widex makes prescription hearing aids, you can use them to treat severe or even profound hearing loss, whereas OTC hearing aids are only useful for those with mild to moderate hearing loss.

That said, since no one on our team has severe to profound hearing loss, we could not exactly test them. However, in our audiologist’s general experience, patients experience positive outcomes from Widex hearing aids.

Widex doesn’t sell hearing aids directly to consumers. In order to purchase their hearing aids, you can go to a hearing center that partners with them. Because you can purchase Widex devices from a variety of retailers, the pricing will vary. Generally speaking, however, its models will range from $3,000 to $6,000 for a pair. Warranty periods and amount of support will also vary by retailer.

The biggest drawback of Widex hearing aids would undoubtedly be its high costs. Additionally, to obtain Widex hearing aids, you’ll have to visit an audiology clinic that sells them, and it’s not always clear which clinic sells which brand of hearing aids.

>>Read more: The Best OTC Hearing Aids

If you don’t mind visiting a hearing health clinic and paying thousands of dollars for a pair of hearing aids, then Widex will offer some of the most advanced technology around.