Go Hearing Go Ultra vs. Orka Two

The Go Ultra is an affordable, rechargeable OTC hearing aid that offers Bluetooth streaming and hands-free calling, making it a convenient option for users with mild-to-moderate hearing loss. While it is easy to use and comfortable, its sound performance, particularly in speech clarity, is underwhelming compared to other devices in the same price range.

The Orka Two hearing aids offer sleek, modern design and advanced wireless features, including Bluetooth connectivity and hands-free calling for both iOS and Android devices.

GoHearing Ultra achieved a SoundScore of 2.16/5 and a SoundGrade of C in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #49 of 61 OTC Hearing Aid devices tested. The OTC Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 3.47/5.

The Orka Two achieved a SoundGrade of B and ranked in the top 62% in the Prescription Hearing Aid category. While solid, this mid-tier positioning means several competitors in the same price range deliver stronger overall sound performance in HearAdvisor's standardized testing.

The build quality of GoUltra is definitely below that of prescription hearing aids, though it seems better than some lower cost OTC products I have tested. It also comes with a charging case that seems very robust and should keep it safe when not in use.

Orka Two have a published ingress rating of IPX6, meaning they have some moisture protection but they are not waterproof. They appear very well built, nearly on par with prescription hearing aids.

I was impressed that GoUltra offers up to 20 hours of battery life per charge (less with streaming). It also charges in around 2 hours making its overall rechargeable offering respectable given its lower cost.

Orka Two are rechargeable and you can expect up to 12 hours of battery life per charge. This is less than many modern hearing aids and may limit all-day use for some. The case does offer on-the-go power which takes only 1.5 hours for a full recharge.

GoUltra lets you stream Bluetooth and take hands-free calls on both iOS and Android. While the audio quality isn't top-notch, it's a nice feature to have, especially for such a budget-friendly hearing aid.

Orka has made sure their hearing aid offers excellent Bluetooth features for both iOS and Android users. You can expect wireless streaming, app control, and hands free calls across both platforms.

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Orka Two's app is a nice addition with many useful features, such as personalization through an app-based hearing assessment.

I found GoUltra moderately comfortable as the slimtubes are less flexible than receiver wires and the body is larger than most modern behind-the-ear models. This will depend largely on your head and ears, but they are not the most comfortable devices on the market.

Orka Two are very comfortable thanks to their smaller size and ergonomic design. Their team of hearing care professionals can also assist you in optimizing comfort based on the available earwire and ear tip sizes.

GoUltra are not as sleek or modern as many of the products available today. However, this was likely a necessary tradeoff to keep costs down while offering features like audio streaming.

These hearing aids appear very modern and have a sleek design similar to Apple products.

GoHearing Ultra has a value score of 3.4/5 based on lab performance and public display price.

The Orka Two offers moderate value, though higher-scoring devices are available at this price point.

I found GoHearing Ultra easy to use with its larger buttons, but you have to adjust each device independently, which can be a bit of a hassle.

Orka Two are fairly easy to use, though the receiver-in-canal style may require some practice for people just starting out. While these hearing aids do not have physical buttons, the portable charging case does offering you options beyond their nifty tap-controls.

I was disappointed that GoHearing doesn't offer better remote audiologic care, you are limited to phone and email support from their product experts. GoUltra are relatively easy to setup but guidance from licensed professionals is always good, especially for those new to hearing aids.

Orka offer relatively good pro support for an OTC company. You receive unlimited remote support and adjustments from their team of licensed hearing care professionals.