It depends on what you value most. The Vivia is worth the premium if you want one of the smallest microRIE shells tested and excellent all-day battery life; if budget and fine-tuning flexibility matter more, the Enhance Pro 30 is the better value.
Jabra Enhance Pro 30 vs. ReSound Vivia
Check out our comparison of the Jabra Enhance Pro 30 vs ReSound Vivia. 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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Quick Verdict
AI summarizedSummarized with AI assistance from our human-researched product information, in-lab testing, objective sound measurements, and expert ratings.
The real choice is value versus size: the Enhance Pro 30 costs roughly $2,100 less per pair and gives a fitter more adjustment bands to work with, while the Vivia is a notably smaller shell with stronger battery life if you can absorb the higher price.
Enhance Pro 30
Choose the Jabra Enhance Pro 30 if you want IP68-rated, feature-rich RIE hearing aids with more fine-tuning bands (17 vs. 14) at roughly $2,100 less per pair than the Vivia, and you're comfortable buying through Costco Hearing Centers.
Vivia
Choose the ReSound Vivia if you want one of the smallest microRIE shells we've tested with strong all-day battery life and crisp sound in quiet, and the roughly $2,100 higher price per pair isn't a deciding factor.
What actually separates them
AI summarizedPrice gap
PriceThe Enhance Pro 30 runs about $2,100 less per pair than the Vivia, which is a large enough gap to matter for most buyers weighing value against the Vivia's size and battery advantages.
Adjustment bands for fine-tuning
SpecThe Enhance Pro 30 offers 17 adjustment bands versus 14 on the Vivia, giving a fitting professional more granular control when shaping the frequency response.
Size and battery life
Hands-on reviewOur hands-on testing found the Vivia to be one of the smallest microRIE designs tested with excellent all-day battery life, an edge for buyers prioritizing discretion and not wanting to think about charging.
Purchase channel
SpecThe Enhance Pro 30 is sold only through Costco Hearing Centers, while the Vivia is not tied to that single retailer, which matters if Costco access or membership isn't convenient for you.
Product Overview
Enhance Pro 30
Vivia
Form Factor
Expert Rating
N/A
Score
4.2
User Rating
4.05 reviews
4.38 reviews
Hearing Loss Level
MildModerateSevere
MildModerateSevere
Product Features
Hands-freeRechargeableiPhoneAndroidIP68
Hands-freeRechargeableiPhoneAndroidIP68
Expert Ratings
Compare comprehensive test results and expert opinions.
Enhance Pro 30
Vivia
HearingTracker Score
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
Vivia
4.2ABOVE AVERAGE
ReSound Vivia packs flagship AI processing into one of the smallest microRIE designs we’ve tested, delivering crisp sound in quiet, excellent all-day battery life, and best-in-class LE Audio/Auracast connectivity, even if its AI noise reduction isn’t as dominant as the marketing suggests in the toughest listening environments.
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Enhance Pro 30
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Vivia
3.9AVERAGE
Resound Vivia 9 60S microRIE achieved a SoundScore of 3.9/5 and a SoundGrade of B in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #29 of 39 Prescription Hearing Aid devices tested. The Prescription Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 4.19/5.
Build Quality
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
Vivia
5.0EXCELLENT
Resound Vivia microRIE have an excellent build quality with a robust, portable charging case and a high ingress rating of IP68.
Battery
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
Vivia
4.6EXCELLENT
Vivia microRIE offer all-day battery life up to 30 hours, with 24 hours being more typical. The portable charger is also robust and will recharge Vivia in 3 hours.
Bluetooth
Enhance Pro 30
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Vivia
5.0EXCELLENT
Vivia are compatible with both iOS and Android, offering wireless audio streaming and hands-free calls. They are also Bluetooth Auracast enabled.
App Features
Enhance Pro 30
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Vivia
4.5EXCELLENT
I found Resound's Smart3D app easy to use with many useful features, including "Check My Fit" which helps with correct insertion. The app unfortunately lacks health and fitness tracking.
Comfort
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
Vivia
5.0EXCELLENT
Vivia microRIE 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.
Design
Enhance Pro 30
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Vivia
5.0EXCELLENT
Vivia 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.
Value
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
Vivia
3.2BELOW AVERAGE
Resound Vivia 9 60S microRIE has a value score of 3.1/5 based on lab performance and public display price.
Handling
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
Vivia
4.5EXCELLENT
Vivia are easy to use and adjust using either the large multi-function button or Smart3D app. I had no issues making adjustments with either.
Pro Support
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
Vivia
5.0EXCELLENT
Prescription hearing aids like Vivia are fit by hearing care providers so you should receive quality care. The Smart3D app also opens the possibility for remote programming and virtual follow-up appointments.
Lab Recordings
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Enhance Pro 30
Vivia
Busy Cafe
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Enhance Pro 30
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Vivia
Quiet Office
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Enhance Pro 30
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Vivia
Streaming Music
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Enhance Pro 30
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Vivia
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
Compatible accessories for each hearing aid
Enhance Pro 30
Vivia
Battery Charger
Premium Charger
Charges device when connected to power outlet, and also holds up to three full charges due to its onboard battery.
Standard Charger
Charges device when connected to power outlet.
Desktop Charger
A desktop charger for ReSound hearing aids. Does not charge on the go.
Premium Charger
Charges device when connected to power outlet, and also holds up to three full charges due to its onboard battery.
Standard Charger
Charges device when connected to power outlet.
Desktop Charger
A desktop charger for ReSound hearing aids. Does not charge on the go.
Remote Control
Unite Remote Control 2
Gives you push-button control of volume and program settings on your hearing aids and lets you manage streaming accessories.
Unite Phone Clip++2
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.
Unite Remote Control 2
Gives you push-button control of volume and program settings on your hearing aids and lets you manage streaming accessories.
Unite Phone Clip++2
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.
Remote Microphone
Micro Mic
A matchbook-sized remote wireless microphone that lets you hear from a distance up to 80 feet away.
Multi Mic++3
The Multi-Mic+ is a versatile wireless accessory designed to help hearing aid users hear more clearly in challenging situations. It can be clipped onto clothing or worn on a lanyard to pick up a speaker’s voice and stream it directly to compatible hearing aids, or it can be placed on a table to capture group conversations in “table mode.” In addition to acting as a remote microphone, the Multi-Mic+ connects to other audio sources through a built-in telecoil, FM receiver (optional), or a standard 3.5 mm line-in cable, allowing users to stream sound from loop systems, FM transmitters, computers, TVs, or other devices. With a streaming range of up to 25 meters (82 feet), automatic mode switching, volume controls, and app integration, it provides flexible, high-quality sound input across a wide variety of listening environments
Micro Mic
A matchbook-sized remote wireless microphone that lets you hear from a distance up to 80 feet away.
Multi Mic++3
The Multi-Mic+ is a versatile wireless accessory designed to help hearing aid users hear more clearly in challenging situations. It can be clipped onto clothing or worn on a lanyard to pick up a speaker’s voice and stream it directly to compatible hearing aids, or it can be placed on a table to capture group conversations in “table mode.” In addition to acting as a remote microphone, the Multi-Mic+ connects to other audio sources through a built-in telecoil, FM receiver (optional), or a standard 3.5 mm line-in cable, allowing users to stream sound from loop systems, FM transmitters, computers, TVs, or other devices. With a streaming range of up to 25 meters (82 feet), automatic mode switching, volume controls, and app integration, it provides flexible, high-quality sound input across a wide variety of listening environments
Smartphone App
ReSound Smart 3D app+2
Adjusts sound, volume and balance settings, tinnitus settings, and allows your provider to make remote adjustments to your hearing aid programs.
ReSound Smart 3D app+2
Adjusts sound, volume and balance settings, tinnitus settings, and allows your provider to make remote adjustments to your hearing aid programs.
TV Streamer
Unite TV Streamer 2
Streams stereo sound from the television directly to your hearing aids from up to 22 feet away.
ReSound TV Streamer+
The ReSound TV-Streamer+, which supports Bluetooth Auracast, streams high-quality sound with speech clarity directly to your hearing aids at the volume you prefer.
Unite TV Streamer 2
Streams stereo sound from the television directly to your hearing aids from up to 22 feet away.
ReSound TV Streamer+
The ReSound TV-Streamer+, which supports Bluetooth Auracast, streams high-quality sound with speech clarity directly to your hearing aids at the volume you prefer.
Hardware
Enhance Pro 30
Vivia
Bluetooth® Audio
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
- Bluetooth® Auracast™
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
- Bluetooth® Auracast™
Hands-Free Calling
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Accessory required (Android)
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Accessory required (Android)
IP Rating
IP68
IP68
Mic + Speaker In Ear
Yes
Yes
Push Button
- Program control
- Volume Control
- Program control
- Volume Control
Rechargeable Batteries
Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion
Tap Controls
- Accept/end calls
- Accept/end calls
Software Features
Enhance Pro 30
Vivia
Adjustment Bands
17
14
AI Noise Removal
Intelligent Focus
No
Directionality
Binaural beamformingClear FocusSynchronized SoftSwitching™
All Access DirectionalityBinaural beamformingFront FocusSynchronized SoftSwitching™
Environmental Adaptation
360 All AroundEnvironmental Optimizer II
Environmental Optimizer
Expansion
3 settings
3 settings
Feedback Suppression
DFS Ultra III
DFS Ultra III
Frequency Lowering
Sound Shaper
Sound Shaper
Listening Programs
Fully flexible programs: 4
Fully flexible programs: 4
New User Adaptation
Synchronized Acceptance Manager
Synchronized Acceptance Manager
Noise Reduction
NoiseTracker™ II: 5 settings
NoiseTracker™ II: 4 settings
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
Impulse Noise Reduction: 3 settings
Impulse Noise Reduction: 3 settings
Tinnitus Relief
Tinnitus Sound Generator
Tinnitus Sound Generator
Wind Noise Reduction
Wind Guard: 3 settings
Wind Guard: 3 settings
Bottom Line
AI summarizedThe Verdict
If budget matters and you want a professional to have more room to fine-tune your fit, the Jabra Enhance Pro 30 is the stronger value at about $2,100 less per pair, with more adjustment bands (17 vs.
14) — though it does mean buying through Costco Hearing Centers.
Which is right for you?
If a smaller, more discreet device with excellent all-day battery life is worth paying up for, the ReSound Vivia justifies its higher price for buyers who prioritize form factor and battery over saving money.
What to ask at your fitting
AI summarizedAsk about fine-tuning needs at fitting
If you have a complex or asymmetric loss, discuss with your fitter whether the Enhance Pro 30's extra adjustment bands (17 vs. 14) would meaningfully improve your fit over the Vivia.
Confirm Costco access for the Enhance Pro 30
Since the Enhance Pro 30 is sold exclusively through Costco Hearing Centers, check that a location and membership work for your schedule before committing.
Compare real-world battery habits
If all-day streaming without a mid-day charge matters to you, ask your fitter how the Vivia's battery life compares to the Enhance Pro 30 in your typical use case.