Go Hearing Go Ultra vs. Sennheiser Conversation Clear Plus

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 Sennheiser Conversation Clear Plus is a pair of true wireless stereo earbuds designed to enhance speech clarity in noisy environments, featuring advanced speech amplification, beamforming directional microphones, and active noise cancellation. While not classified as hearing aids, these earbuds offer customizable sound settings through an app and are best suited for those with normal or mild hearing loss looking for improved communication in challenging listening situations.

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.

Sennheiser Conversation Clear Plus achieved a SoundScore of 4.07/5 and a SoundGrade of A in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #4 of 8 Amplification Product devices tested. The Amplification Product category average SoundScore was 2.91/5.

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.

Conversation Clear Plus advanced earbuds have a lower ingress rating of IPx4, indicating modest water resistance. However I found their build quality decent and they do come with a nice case for storage and charging.

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.

There is much to like about these advanced earbuds, but I found the 9 hours battery life disappointing. Given their shorter life, and 5 hour recharge time, you will likely have to use them situationally throughout your day. The included portable charger is a nice addition though adding an extra 27 hours of use.

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.

I found Conversation Clear Plus to deliver excellent audio quality while streaming and during hands-free calls, which is available for both iOS and Android devices. The app also offers a "blend" feature which streaming which is a nice touch.

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Sennheiser's Sound Control mobile app offers several useful features without being overly complicated. There is also an onboarding process that helps personalize their sound quality to your preferences, which is a nice feature even though these are technically not hearing aids.

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.

The Sennheiser Conversation Clear Plus advanced earbuds are comfortable to wear, though they're slightly larger in the ear compared to other earbuds. You might feel slightly plugged when wearing them, but that's common for this type of earbud and helps improve their sound quality.

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.

Conversation Clear Plus have a unique look that stands out. I did find them slightly larger than other earbuds on the market but it was not an issue as they are comfortable and not trying to be discrete.

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

Sennheiser Conversation Clear Plus has a value score of 3.7/5 based on lab performance and public display price.

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.

I found Conversation Clear Plus easy to use and experienced no issues when it came time to recharge them. Both the physical buttons and Sound Control mobile app worked as expected without being complicated or limiting.

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.

As Conversation Clear Plus are not hearing aids, Sennheiser has not invested in remote care from hearing care providers. You can however reach their technical support staff over email or phone.