Elehear Beyond vs. JVC EH-Z1500
Check out our comparison of the Elehear Beyond vs JVC EH-Z1500. Listen to audio samples and see how the two hearing aids differ in terms of sound performance, features, accessories, and more.
Summary
Product Description
Offering good background noise handling, competitive wireless audio, and a solid app, Elehear Beyond is the best value hearing aid I've ever tested.
Product Description
The JVC EH-Z1500 OTC Hearing Aid is a high-quality, over-the-counter device designed to enhance hearing clarity and comfort for users with mild to moderate hearing loss. It features advanced sound processing technology, a discreet design, and easy-to-use controls, making it an excellent choice for those seeking an affordable hearing solution.
Form Factor
RITE
Form Factor
Tube
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
- Mild
- Moderate
Scoring
Build Quality
4.3Above average
Build Quality
4.3Above average
Battery
4.2Above average
Battery
4.3Above average
Bluetooth
5.0Above average
Bluetooth
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App Features
4.5Above average
App Features
4.3Above average
Comfort
4.0Below average
Comfort
3.5Below average
Design
3.8Below average
Design
3.5Below average
Value
5.0Above average
Value
3.9Above average
Handling
4.5Above average
Handling
4.0Below average
SoundScore
4.3Above average
SoundScore
3.9Above average
Pro Support
3.0Above average
Pro Support
3.0Above average
Audio Files
Busy Café
Open Ear-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Initial Fitting-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Tuned Fitting-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Busy Café
Open Ear-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Initial Fitting-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Tuned Fitting-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Quiet Office
Open Ear-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Initial Fitting-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Tuned Fitting-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Quiet Office
Open Ear-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Initial Fitting-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Tuned Fitting-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Streaming Music
Open Ear-music
00:00 / 00:00
Initial Fitting-music
00:00 / 00:00
Tuned Fitting-music
00:00 / 00:00
Streaming Music
Open Ear-music
00:00 / 00:00
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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
Remote Adjustments
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Remote Adjustments
- Tuned Hearing App
Remote Control
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Remote Control
- Tuned Hearing App
Smartphone App
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Smartphone App
- Tuned Hearing App
Software
AI Noise Removal
AI Noise Cancellation
AI Noise Removal
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Adjustment Bands
16
Adjustment Bands
—
Directionality
Dual mic
Directionality
—
Feedback Suppression
Deep Neural Network Hybrid Feedback Cancellation
Feedback Suppression
—
Listening Programs
5
Listening Programs
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Power On Delay
Yes
Power On Delay
—
Processing Channels
64
Processing Channels
—
Self-fitting
—
Self-fitting
- Tuned based on hearing test through device
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
Yes
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
—
Tinnitus Relief
Yes
Tinnitus Relief
—
Wind Noise Reduction
Yes
Wind Noise Reduction
Yes
Hardware
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
- Bluetooth® (A2DP)
Bluetooth® Audio
—
Disposable Batteries
—
Disposable Batteries
Battery Size
312
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
- Bluetooth® (HFP)
Hands-Free Calling
—
IP Rating (Liquid)
5
IP Rating (Liquid)
7
IP Rating (Solid)
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IP Rating (Solid)
6
Push Button
Push Button Options
- Volume Control
- Power on/off
- Streaming start/stop
- Call accept/reject
Push Button
Push Button Options
- Program control
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Rechargeable Batteries
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Telecoil
—
Telecoil
Yes
Volume Rocker
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Volume Rocker
Yes
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