Check out our comparison of the Jabra Enhance Pro 20 vs Lucid Hearing Engage. Listen to audio samples and see how the two hearing aids differ in terms of sound performance, features, accessories, and more.
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The Jabra Enhance Pro 20 Hearing Aids, available at Costco starting at $1,599.99 per pair, feature advanced ReSound technology, Bluetooth streaming for iOS and Android, and Auracast broadcast capabilities. These receiver-in-ear devices are offered in both rechargeable and disposable battery models, with the micro RIE 60S being the smallest rechargeable RIC available at Costco, and are designed for mild-to-profound hearing loss.
Read full reviewLucid Engage is an over-the-counter hearing aid priced at $699 per pair, designed for individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss. It features Bluetooth streaming, app-controlled personalizable sound settings, and rechargeable batteries, and can be purchased online or in stores like Best Buy, Walmart, and Sam's Club.
Read full reviewJabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco achieved a SoundScore of 4.07/5 and a SoundGrade of A in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #16 of 35 Prescription Hearing Aid devices tested. The Prescription Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 3.91/5.
Lucid Engage achieved a SoundScore of 4.49/5 and a SoundGrade of A in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #5 of 61 OTC Hearing Aid devices tested. The OTC Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 3.47/5.
Jabra Enhance Pro 20 have an excellent build quality with a robust, portable charging case and a high ingress rating of IP68.
Engage has an ingress rating of IP22 indicating it does not offer the greatest protection against moisture and debris. T
Jabra Enhance Pro 20 offer all-day battery life of up to 30 hours, with a quick recharge time of 3 hours in the portable charger.
With a reported battery life of up to 20 hours you should make it through the day on a single charge. One downside though is the case does not have a power bank and must be plugged in to charge.
Jabra hearing aids are compatible with both iOS and Android, offering wireless audio streaming and hands-free calls.
Engage's audio streaming is not the highest fidelity but it works with both iOS and Android mobile devices. Hands-free calling is not available at this time.
I found the Jabra app easy to use and filled with useful features, though it lacks health and fitness tracking.
Lucid's app offers many useful features, like the 7-band equalizer LucidShape, and recently received an update improving the overall appearance. You will definitely want to use the app to get the most out of Engage hearing aids.
Jabra Enhance Pro 20 were extremely comfortable and lightweight in my ears. In general, hearing care providers can make numerous physical changes to prescription hearing aids like Real to improve comfort.
Engage is lightweight and fit comfortably like other behind-the-ear style hearing aids. Their licensed professionals can help if you need assistance with comfort or ear tip selection.
Jabra Enhance Pro 20 are sleek, smaller than ever, and modern looking prescription hearing aids. They also allow you to customize the look of your hearing aids with an array of color options.
Engage are not the most sleek or modern looking hearing aids but they are small enough where they remain mostly invisible behind your ear.
Jabra Enhance Pro 20 at Costco has a value score of 4.1/5 based on lab performance and public display price.
Lucid Engage has a value score of 4.4/5 based on lab performance and public display price.
Jabra Enhance Pro 20 are easy to use and adjust using either the multi-function button or the Jabra app. I had no issues making adjustments with either.
Engage are straightforward and offer decent button controls, though you will want to install the associated app. If this is your first time wearing RIC, or receiver-in-canal, devices, contact their support team for guidance on proper wear.
Prescription hearing aids like Jabra Enhance Pro 20 are fit by hearing care providers so you should receive quality care. The Jabra app also opens the possibility for remote programming and virtual follow-up appointments.
Lucid is a step above some other OTC companies as they offer lifetime support from licensed professionals. This is not the same as in person can but it is a great addition even for those familiar with hearing aids.
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Compatible accessories for each hearing aid
A flexible remote microphone that can either be clipped to clothes or used as a tabletop mic for meetings. Use the mini-jack input for streaming audio from a music player to your hearing aids.
Charges device when connected to power outlet, and also holds up to three full charges due to its onboard battery.
Small enough to clip onto your shirt collar, it streams phone calls and audio to your hearing aids from any Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone or smartphone.
A flexible remote microphone that can either be clipped to clothes or used as a tabletop mic for meetings. Use the mini-jack input for streaming audio from a music player to your hearing aids.
Gives you push-button control of volume and program settings on your hearing aids and lets you manage streaming accessories.
Small enough to clip onto your shirt collar, it streams phone calls and audio to your hearing aids from any Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone or smartphone.
The Enhance Pro app lets you control your hearing aids directly from your mobile device. You can change programs, and make simple or more advanced sound adjustments and save them as favorites.
A flexible remote microphone that can either be clipped to clothes or used as a tabletop mic for meetings. Use the mini-jack input for streaming audio from a music player to your hearing aids.
A matchbook-sized remote wireless microphone that lets you hear from a distance up to 80 feet away.
The Enhance Pro app lets you control your hearing aids directly from your mobile device. You can change programs, and make simple or more advanced sound adjustments and save them as favorites.
Small enough to clip onto your shirt collar, it streams phone calls and audio to your hearing aids from any Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone or smartphone.
A flexible remote microphone that can either be clipped to clothes or used as a tabletop mic for meetings. Use the mini-jack input for streaming audio from a music player to your hearing aids.
Streams stereo sound from the television directly to your hearing aids from up to 22 feet away.