Eargo Link vs. MDHearingAid Neo XS
Check out our comparison of the Eargo Link vs MDHearingAid Neo XS. Listen to audio samples and see how the two hearing aids differ in terms of sound performance, features, accessories, and more.
Summary
Product Description
The Link by Eargo is an over-the-counter hearing aid designed to offer discreet and user-friendly hearing enhancement. It features advanced sound processing technology, competitive pricing, and has been positively reviewed by independent labs for its performance and reliability.
Product Description
Neo XS is an instant-fit in-ear OTC hearing aid that offers improvements in MDHearing's product line in terms of rechargeable battery life, audio processing, and size. However, our lab testing found its performance underwhelming.
Form Factor
Earbud
Form Factor
CIC
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
Scoring
Build Quality
3.8Below average
Build Quality
3.8Below average
Battery
2.9Below average
Battery
4.0Above average
Bluetooth
5.0Above average
Bluetooth
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App Features
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App Features
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Comfort
4.0Below average
Comfort
3.5Below average
Design
4.5Above average
Design
4.0Below average
Value
3.5Average
Value
3.3Below average
Handling
3.5Below average
Handling
3.0Below average
SoundScore
3.9Above average
SoundScore
2.5Below average
Pro Support
1.0Below average
Pro Support
2.0Below average
Audio Files
Busy Café
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Initial Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Tuned Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Busy Café
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Initial Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Tuned Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Quiet Office
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Initial Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Tuned Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Quiet Office
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Initial Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Tuned Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Streaming Music
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
Initial Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Tuned Fitting
0:00 / 0:00
Streaming Music
Open Ear
0:00 / 0:00
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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.
Accessories
Battery Charger
- Link Charger
Battery Charger
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Software
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
Yes
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
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Feedback Suppression
Yes
Feedback Suppression
Yes
Noise Reduction
Yes
Noise Reduction
Yes
Hardware
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
- Bluetooth® (A2DP)
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
Bluetooth® Audio
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Hands-Free Calling
Yes
Hands-Free Calling
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Push Button
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Push Button
Push Button Options
- Program control
- Volume Control
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Tap Controls
Tap Options
- Change program
- Accept/end calls
- Pause/Resume
- ANC On/Off
Tap Controls
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