For most buyers, yes. Lexie scores 4.3/5 for speech in quiet and 2.0/5 in noise, both above the site-wide average, versus Atom X's 1.5/5 and 0.3/5 — a meaningful gap in actual speech clarity that tracks with the roughly $510 price difference.
Audien Hearing Atom X vs. Lexie Powered by Bose
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Quick Verdict
AI summarizedSummarized with AI assistance from our human-researched product information, in-lab testing, objective sound measurements, and expert ratings.
This is a budget-vs-performance tradeoff: Atom X costs roughly $510 less and hands you phone-free controls, but its lab scores for speech (especially in noise) sit well below average, while Lexie costs more and tests clearly stronger on speech clarity.
Atom X
Choose the Audien Atom X if you want the lowest entry price of this pair, all-day rechargeable battery, and phone-free control via the touchscreen charging case, and you mainly need help in quiet settings rather than noisy ones.
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Choose the Lexie Powered by Bose if speech clarity is your priority — its 4.3/5 speech-in-quiet and 2.0/5 speech-in-noise scores both beat category averages — and you want an in-app hearing test to personalize the fit.
What actually separates them
AI summarizedSpeech clarity in lab testing
Lab measuredLexie scored 4.3/5 in quiet and 2.0/5 in noise, both above category averages, while Atom X scored just 1.5/5 in quiet and 0.3/5 in noise, well below average on both — a real gap for anyone relying on speech understanding in conversation.
Price gap
PriceAtom X runs roughly $510 less than the Lexie, making it the pick if budget is the deciding factor, but that gap tracks directly with the speech-performance difference above.
Fitting and personalization approach
Hands-on reviewLexie uses an in-app hearing test to tune amplification to your own hearing profile, while Atom X ships with proprietary default settings adjusted only through the charging case's physical controls.
Professional support access
Expert ratingLexie scores 2/5 on our pro-support measure versus Atom X's 1/5 — both sit well below the 2.5/5 category average, so neither offers strong hands-on support, but Lexie's phone app and remote care resources give it a modest edge.
Product Overview
Atom X
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Form Factor
Form FactorNon-custom device that typically sits inside the ear canal. The device will be clearly visible to the naked eye.
Form FactorThis type of hearing aid sits behind the ear. A wire runs along the top of the ear and down to a speaker sitting inside the ear canal. An custom-fitted mold may be required.
Expert Rating
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Score
4.2
User Rating
1.33 reviews
2.65 reviews
Hearing Loss LevelHearing Loss LevelThis represents HearingTracker's best guess on suitability. Please consult a licensed audiologist to confirm your own candidacy for this device.
MildModerate
MildModerate
Product Features
Hands-freeRechargeableiPhoneAndroid
Rechargeable
Expert Ratings
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Atom X
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HearingTracker Score
Atom X
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4.2AVERAGE
This rechargeable device offers iPhone and Android call streaming, a new recharging case, and an in-app hearing test for personalized sound customization.
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Atom X
3.0BELOW AVERAGE
Audien Atom X achieved a SoundScore of 3.0/5 and a SoundGrade of B in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #9 of 63 OTC Hearing Aid devices tested. The OTC Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 3.49/5.
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4.5EXCELLENT
Lexie B2 Plus achieved a SoundScore of 4.5/5 and a SoundGrade of A in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #4 of 63 OTC Hearing Aid devices tested. The OTC Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 3.49/5.
Build Quality
Atom X
4.1BELOW AVERAGE
Audien Atom X hearing aids lack an IP rating, so they might not be the best against moisture or dust. While using them they feel decently built and they do come with an excellent portable charging case.
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4.6EXCELLENT
Lexie claims all of their products have an IP rating of 67 which is near the maximal egress protection for hearing aids. Beyond this, I found B2 well built with a good button click feel and robust portable charging case.
Battery
Atom X
3.1BELOW AVERAGE
Atom X offer up to 12 hours of battery life, which is less than many of Audien's hearing aids. Recharging will take roughly 3-4 hours, with the case offering several additional full charges.
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4.0AVERAGE
Lexie B2 has a reported battery life of 18 hours so it should last all-day for most people. It takes only 3 hours to recharge in its case which also doubles as a portable charger thanks to the internal power-bank.
Bluetooth
Atom X
4.5EXCELLENT
Atom X offer wireless control and streaming for both iOS and Android. This is the key new addition for Atom X and I found it to work very well.
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3.0BELOW AVERAGE
B2 does offer audio streaming though it is unfortunately limited to iOS devices. I found B2’s streamed audio quality mediocre but it is a useful feature to have for those of use using Apple products.
App Features
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4.0BELOW AVERAGE
The phone app is one of my favorite features of B2. It is simple and visually pleasing while offering excellent personalization. Lexie has recently added an in-app hearing test making it even better.
Comfort
Atom X
3.5BELOW AVERAGE
I found Atom X more comfortable than Atom Pro 2, though other hearing aids will likely offer you a better fit and overall comfort.
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5.0EXCELLENT
B2 is a rather sleek receiver-in-canal (RIC) hearing aid. I found its comfort similar to that of prescription hearing aids and experienced no issues wearing it long-term (even with glasses).
Design
Atom X
3.5BELOW AVERAGE
The design of Atom X falls between a custom hearing aid and wireless earbud. They are only available in a medical beige color, which is meant to match skin color, but will not suit everyone.
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5.0EXCELLENT
Lexie B2 offers a sleek design similar to modern prescription hearing aids from major manufacturers. One potential downside is that it is only available in Gray, with no other color options.
Value
Atom X
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4.2ABOVE AVERAGE
Lexie B2 Plus has a value score of 4.2/5 based on lab performance and public display price.
Handling
Atom X
4.5EXCELLENT
Atom X is the most user friendly hearing aid I have tried from Audien Hearing to date. The physical buttons are large and the bright touchscreen feature is a great addition.
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5.0EXCELLENT
I had no issues adjusting B2 with the app or rocker switch. I found the physical buttons sufficiently large and tactile offering a good click feel when depressed.
Pro Support
Atom X
1.0BELOW AVERAGE
Like many OTC products, Audien does not offer remote assistance from hearing experts, support is limited to email and phone customer support.
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2.0BELOW AVERAGE
One downside to Lexie B2 is that you are limited to phone or email based technical support. Fortunately, B2 and their phone app are fairly user-friendly and you will likely not need regular assistance.
Lab Recordings
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Atom X
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Busy CafeBusy CafeSpeech intelligibility improvement in loud environments
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Quiet OfficeQuiet OfficeSpeech intelligibility improvement in quiet and moderate environments
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Streaming MusicStreaming MusicStreaming music provides a full range of bass and treble
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HearingTracker partners with HearAdvisor to provide recordings and performance data from an acoustic laboratory that follows standard scientific procedures. All hearing aids are fitted and performance-tested for mild sloping to moderate hearing loss. All audio samples cutoff above 10kHz.
Hardware
Atom X
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Bluetooth® AudioBluetooth® AudioThis hearing aid is capable of streaming Bluetooth® audio certain phones and/or devices.
- Bluetooth® (A2DP)
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
Hands-Free CallingHands-Free CallingIt is possible to have a hands-free phone call with this hearing aid. You are not required to hold the phone up to your mouth.
- Bluetooth® (HFP)
No
Rechargeable BatteriesRechargeable BatteriesCharge your batteries overnight in a docking station and get a full day's use (in most cases) of battery life the following day.
Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion
Volume RockerVolume RockerA volume rocker or wheel to allows the adjustment of volume with a finger.
No
Yes
Software Features
Atom X
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DirectionalityDirectionalityDepending on the types and number of microphones a hearing aid has, the hearing aid may be able to boost sounds from specific directions (by reducing sounds from other directions). This can be helpful to focus on a speaker directly in front of the hearing aid user, as well as to give the user information about where different sounds are coming from.
No
Yes
Feedback SuppressionFeedback SuppressionIf any sound amplified by the hearing aid escapes the ear canal, it may reach the hearing aid’s own microphone and cause a harsh whistling noise. Some hearing aids are able to recognize when this feedback occurs and reduce or eliminate it.
No
Yes
Noise ReductionNoise ReductionThis feature uses modern hearing aids’ processing power to examine the incoming sound signal, determine if noise is present and reduce the volume of the troublesome sound to increase comfort.
Yes
Yes
Processing ChannelsProcessing ChannelsThese are all the frequency-divided sections the hearing aid is able to examine at a single time. The hearing aid uses this information to determine whether the contents of each section are noise, speech, or something else and amplify the sound in each section accordingly.
No
12
Self-fittingSelf-fittingThis hearing aid allows you to fit yourself without professional assistance. Typically found in OTC products.
No
Tuned based on hearing test through device
Bottom Line
AI summarizedThe Verdict
The Atom X's touchscreen case and lower price make it tempting for someone who mainly needs a boost in quiet, one-on-one situations and doesn't want to deal with an app.
But its speech-in-noise score of 0.3/5 is near the bottom of what we test, so if restaurants, groups, or any noisy environment matter to you, it's not a strong value even at the lower price.
Which is right for you?
The Lexie Powered by Bose costs about $510 more but backs that up with lab results — 4.3/5 speech in quiet, 2.0/5 in noise — that clear the site-wide average on both measures, plus an in-app hearing test to personalize the fit. For most buyers prioritizing actual speech understanding over price, Lexie is the more defensible purchase.
Before you buy
AI summarizedUse Lexie's trial window to test noise
Lexie's in-app hearing test personalizes amplification, so spend the trial period in real noisy settings like restaurants to confirm the 2.0/5 speech-in-noise result matches your experience.
Set expectations for Atom X in noise
Atom X's 0.3/5 speech-in-noise score means it's better suited to quiet, one-on-one conversations than groups or restaurants — try it in those settings first.
See an audiologist if results disappoint
If neither device gives you clear speech in noise during your trial, that's a sign to get a professional hearing evaluation rather than trying a third OTC device.
Frequently Asked Questions
AI summarizedLexie Powered by Bose, clearly. Its 2.0/5 speech-in-noise score beats the category average, while Atom X's 0.3/5 is well below it, so Atom X is better suited to quiet conversation than group settings.
No. Atom X uses a touchscreen charging case for volume, program switching, and Bluetooth control instead of a phone app, while Lexie's app includes an in-app hearing test for personalizing sound to your hearing profile.
Yes, both support hands-free calling and audio streaming from a connected phone, so this isn't a differentiator between the two — the real gap between them is speech clarity, not connectivity.