It depends on your hearing loss and how much clinical support you want. The Enhance Pro 30 is worth the difference if you have moderate to severe loss and want a professional fine-tuning 17 adjustment bands plus features like telecoil and tinnitus relief; if your loss is mild to moderate and you're fine self-fitting, the RIC700 covers the essentials for much less.
Jabra Enhance Pro 30 vs. Yeasound RIC700
Check out our comparison of the Jabra Enhance Pro 30 vs Yeasound RIC700. 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.
This is a straight tradeoff between a professionally-fitted, feature-rich Jabra Enhance Pro 30 for more complex or severe hearing loss and a self-fit, budget Yeasound RIC700 for straightforward mild-to-moderate loss at a fraction of the cost.
Enhance Pro 30
Choose the Jabra Enhance Pro 30 if you have moderate to severe hearing loss, want a hearing professional fine-tuning your device with 17 adjustment bands, and value features like telecoil, tinnitus relief, and Auracast broadcast support that a basic OTC device doesn't offer.
RIC700
Choose the Yeasound RIC700 if you have mild to moderate hearing loss, want to self-fit and manage cost, and are comfortable with a simpler feature set at roughly $1,300 less per pair than the Enhance Pro 30.
What actually separates them
AI summarizedCare model: professional fitting vs. self-fit
SpecThe Enhance Pro 30 is a prescription device fitted and adjusted by a hearing professional, which suits buyers who want ongoing clinical support and fine-tuning; the RIC700 is bought and self-fit without a professional, which suits buyers who want to set up and manage the device themselves.
Price gap
PriceThe RIC700 costs roughly $1,300 less per pair than the Enhance Pro 30, a major factor if you don't need prescription-level features or clinical support.
Feature depth for complex hearing loss
SpecThe Enhance Pro 30 adds telecoil, tinnitus relief, AI noise removal, multiple noise-reduction and wind-reduction settings, and supports severe hearing loss; the RIC700 covers only mild to moderate loss with basic noise reduction and directionality.
Adjustment precision
SpecThe Enhance Pro 30 offers 17 adjustment bands for a hearing professional to fine-tune to your audiogram, a level of clinical customization the RIC700's preset-based design isn't built to match.
Product Overview
Enhance Pro 30
RIC700
Form Factor
Form FactorThis type of hearing aid sits behind the ear. A wire runs along the top of the ear and down to a speaker sitting inside the ear canal. An custom-fitted mold may be required.
Form FactorThis type of hearing aid sits behind the ear. A wire runs along the top of the ear and down to a speaker sitting inside the ear canal. An custom-fitted mold may be required.
Expert Rating
N/A
Score
4.2
User Rating
4.05 reviews
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Hearing Loss LevelHearing Loss LevelThis represents HearingTracker's best guess on suitability. Please consult a licensed audiologist to confirm your own candidacy for this device.
MildModerateSevere
MildModerate
Product Features
Hands-freeRechargeableiPhoneAndroidIP68
Rechargeable
Expert Ratings
Compare comprehensive test results and expert opinions.
Enhance Pro 30
RIC700
HearingTracker Score
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
HearAdvisor SoundScore
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
RIC700
4.1ABOVE AVERAGE
Yeasound RIC700 achieved a SoundScore of 4.15/5 and a SoundGrade of A in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #11 of 61 OTC Hearing Aid devices tested. The OTC Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 3.47/5.
Build Quality
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
RIC700
4.1AVERAGE
Yeasound RIC700 Plus have an ingress protection rating of IPX8. They appear well-built and approach the feel of a prescription hearing aid.
Battery
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
RIC700
4.6EXCELLENT
RIC700 Plus last up to 31 hours per charge and take around 3 hours to recharge. You can expect shorter battery life while streaming, although the batteries should still last all day.
Bluetooth
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
RIC700
4.5EXCELLENT
RIC700 Plus offer wireless control and streaming with Bluetooth. While we could not test this on Android, functionality was fairly good on iOS with a few noted drawbacks.
App Features
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
RIC700
3.3BELOW AVERAGE
RIC700 Plus offer fairly good sound customization for a preset-based OTC hearing aid. I liked the addition of a 3-band equalizer and access to controls over noise reduction and microphone settings.
Comfort
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
RIC700
5.0EXCELLENT
I found RIC700 Plus very comfortable thanks to their small design and lightweight.
Design
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
RIC700
5.0EXCELLENT
Yeasound RIC700 Plus look like modern receiver-in-canal hearing aids and could easily be mistaken for prescription devices.
Value
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
RIC700
4.8EXCELLENT
Yeasound RIC700 has a value score of 4.8/5 based on lab performance and public display price.
Handling
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
RIC700
4.5EXCELLENT
I experienced a few hiccups using the iYeasound mobile app. Otherwise, RIC700 Plus were easy to use and get in my ears, though you may need some practice if you have not worn receiver-in-canal devices before.
Pro Support
Enhance Pro 30
Not yet rated by our experts
RIC700
1.0BELOW AVERAGE
Yeasound offers remote assistance from their technical support team. To our knowledge, they are not offering audiologic support from licensed providers at this time.
Lab Recordings
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Enhance Pro 30
RIC700
Busy CafeBusy CafeSpeech intelligibility improvement in loud environments
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Enhance Pro 30
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RIC700
Quiet OfficeQuiet OfficeSpeech intelligibility improvement in quiet and moderate environments
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Enhance Pro 30
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RIC700
Streaming MusicStreaming MusicStreaming music provides a full range of bass and treble
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Enhance Pro 30
Lab recordings not yet available
RIC700
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
RIC700
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.
None
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.
None
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
None
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.
None
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.
None
Hardware
Enhance Pro 30
RIC700
Bluetooth® AudioBluetooth® AudioThis hearing aid is capable of streaming Bluetooth® audio certain phones and/or devices.
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
- Bluetooth® Auracast™
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
Disposable BatteriesDisposable BatteriesCommon disposable batteries last anywhere from a few days to two weeks or more. For more information Google "how long do hearing aid batteries last" and click on the Hearing Tracker link.
13
No
Hands-Free CallingHands-Free CallingIt is possible to have a hands-free phone call with this hearing aid. You are not required to hold the phone up to your mouth.
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Accessory required (Android)
No
IP RatingIP RatingIP Ratings rate sealing effectiveness of hearing aids against intrusion from foreign solid matter (dirt, dust) and moisture.
IP68
IPx8
Mic + Speaker In EarMic + Speaker In EarPlacing a microphone in the ear allows hearing aids to measure the effect that your pinna (outer ear) has on the sound arriving at your eardrum. This may allow the hearing aid to better emulate the natural sound of your ear.
Yes
No
Push ButtonPush ButtonThe hearing aid features a push button which allows toggling across different sound processing programs
- Program control
- Volume Control
No
Rechargeable BatteriesRechargeable BatteriesCharge your batteries overnight in a docking station and get a full day's use (in most cases) of battery life the following day.
Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion
Tap ControlsTap ControlsThe hearing aid may be controlled by physically tapping it with your fingers.
- Accept/end calls
No
TelecoilTelecoilThe hearing aid is able to pick up audio from landline telephones or public audio systems without using its acoustic microphones. This minimizes background noise and improves clarity and understanding, even over great distances. At performing arts venues, events, government meetings, etc., look for assistive listening systems (hearing loop, FM, and infrared systems), which must be provided at no cost under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other international regulations.
Yes
No
Volume RockerVolume RockerA volume rocker or wheel to allows the adjustment of volume with a finger.
Yes
Yes
Software Features
Enhance Pro 30
RIC700
Adjustment BandsAdjustment BandsThese are frequency-divided sections that can be adjusted in a hearing aid in order to amplify sounds. Although there are rarely more than 10 frequencies measured in a hearing assessment, having more bands that can be adjusted may allow for improved speech understanding and user comfort.
17
No
AI Noise RemovalAI Noise RemovalArtificial Intelligence is utilized to remove or modify background noise from the sound signal to help isolate speech for better speech understanding.
Intelligent FocusIntelligent FocusFour-microphone binaural beamforming directionality with DNN-based noise reduction.
No
DirectionalityDirectionalityDepending on the types and number of microphones a hearing aid has, the hearing aid may be able to boost sounds from specific directions (by reducing sounds from other directions). This can be helpful to focus on a speaker directly in front of the hearing aid user, as well as to give the user information about where different sounds are coming from.
Binaural beamformingBinaural beamformingBeamforming frequency range of 250-5000Hz.Clear FocusClear FocusFour-microphone binaural beamforming directionality with ReSound's Noise Tracker II for noise reduction.Synchronized SoftSwitching™Synchronized SoftSwitching™SoftSwitching (synchronized between ears) uses sound level and speech detection algorithms to decide when directionality is likely to be advantageous in a certain listening environment. It also offers the same four selections of MultiScope beamwidth settings: the default AutoScope, Narrow, Medium and Wide. The SoftSwitching mode differs from MultiScope Adaptive Directionality in that it uses slower transitions between directional settings and the omnidirectional setting, which is sometimes more comfortable and preferable among certain hearing aid users.
Yes
Environmental AdaptationEnvironmental AdaptationThe hearing aid can detect different acoustical environments, like speech in noise, and adjust the sound of the hearing aid accordingly to drive comfort or speech understanding, etc.
360 All Around360 All AroundA microphone steering system that selects the best listening mode even in unstable background noiseEnvironmental Optimizer IIEnvironmental Optimizer IIThe Environmental Optimizer II automatically adjusts both gain and Noise Tracker II’s speech-in-noise settings according to the listening environment.
No
ExpansionExpansionExpansion reduces audibility for very soft sounds. This can help to remove microphone noise, which is generated by soft environmental sounds.
3 settings
No
Feedback SuppressionFeedback SuppressionIf any sound amplified by the hearing aid escapes the ear canal, it may reach the hearing aid’s own microphone and cause a harsh whistling noise. Some hearing aids are able to recognize when this feedback occurs and reduce or eliminate it.
DFS Ultra IIIDFS Ultra IIIReduces feedback while preserving amplification without compromising sound quality.
No
Frequency LoweringFrequency LoweringUnderstanding certain speech sounds is dependent on the high frequency parts of these sounds. For individuals with high frequency hearing loss, this feature can take high frequency speech information and move it to lower frequencies where it will be audible.
Sound ShaperSound ShaperSound Shaper is the only frequency compression technology that moves high-frequency sounds down in the spectrum while maintaining a proportional relationship between input and output frequencies. So Sound Shaper improves the audibility of speech cues that would otherwise be lost, while maintaining the best sound quality possible.
No
Listening ProgramsListening ProgramsNumber of manually accessible listening programs (using push button, remote, app, or other switching method)
Fully flexible programs: 4Fully flexible programsCustom listening programs
No
New User AdaptationNew User AdaptationProvider may set the hearing aid to gradually get louder over the first few weeks or months of a new hearing aid fitting. This can be convenient for new users who want to experience maximum benefit without making a lot of trips to the provider for tune ups.
Synchronized Acceptance ManagerSynchronized Acceptance ManagerSynchronized Acceptance Manager gives a gradual and automatic increase of the gain in the hearing aid over time.
No
Noise ReductionNoise ReductionThis feature uses modern hearing aids’ processing power to examine the incoming sound signal, determine if noise is present and reduce the volume of the troublesome sound to increase comfort.
NoiseTracker™ II: 5 settingsNoiseTracker™ IINoiseTracker II uses a technology called spectral subtraction. Spectral subtraction works by subtracting the short-term noise spectrum from the signal, leaving only the speech portion behind ... ReSound’s NoiseTracker II is able to use spectral subtraction successfully because the Environmental Classifier has identified speech and noise so precisely.
Yes
Sudden Loud Noise ReductionSudden Loud Noise ReductionThis feature detects loud sounds and reduces their volume to a comfortable level. Though not a replacement for hearing protection, this technology can greatly improve listener comfort.
Impulse Noise Reduction: 3 settingsImpulse Noise ReductionThis feature detects loud sounds and reduces their volume to a comfortable level. Though not a replacement for hearing protection, this technology can greatly improve listener comfort.
No
Tinnitus ReliefTinnitus ReliefTinnitus, or ringing in the ears, can be addressed by hearing aids in several different ways, such as introducing a soft therapeutic signal or targeted notched noise.
Tinnitus Sound GeneratorTinnitus Sound GeneratorThe tinnitus sound generator administers sounds that make the disturbing noise less noticeable and draw your attention away from the tinnitus.
No
Wind Noise ReductionWind Noise ReductionAs wind blows against the microphones of hearing aids, unpleasant noise may be generated. Some hearing aids have the ability to recognize this wind noise and reduce its level. Such reductions may also affect the audibility of desired sounds, like speech.
Wind Guard: 3 settingsWind GuardWhen no wind noise is found, the hearing aid constantly updates and stores the sound input levels in each Warp band. Then, when wind is present, WindGuard calculates the amount of gain reduction needed to return to the stored level of the specific bands affected by wind noise.
No
Bottom Line
AI summarizedThe Verdict
If your hearing loss is more than mild-to-moderate, or you want a hearing professional adjusting your device over time using 17 fine-grained bands plus extras like telecoil and tinnitus relief, the Enhance Pro 30's higher price buys real clinical depth.
It's sold only through Costco Hearing Centers, so factor that into your shopping plan.
Which is right for you?
If your loss is mild to moderate and you're comfortable managing your own hearing aid without a professional, the RIC700 covers the basics — rechargeable battery, IPx8 water resistance, directionality, noise reduction — at roughly $1,300 less per pair, making it the pragmatic pick for straightforward cases on a budget.
Before you buy
AI summarizedBook an audiogram before the Jabra fitting
The Enhance Pro 30's 17 adjustment bands only pay off if a professional fine-tunes them to your actual hearing loss, so bring or get a current audiogram.
Check your loss level against the RIC700's range
The RIC700 is built for mild to moderate hearing loss only, so confirm your loss falls in that range before buying since it's not designed for severe cases.
Test the RIC700's setup and return window yourself
Since the RIC700 is self-fit with no professional involved, use its trial period to judge sound quality and fit, and see an audiologist first if you're unsure whether your loss is mild-to-moderate or more severe.
Frequently Asked Questions
AI summarizedNo, the Enhance Pro 30 is sold exclusively through Costco Hearing Centers. The Yeasound RIC700 is not tied to any single retailer in our data.
No, the RIC700 is designed for mild to moderate hearing loss only. If you have severe hearing loss, the Jabra Enhance Pro 30 supports that level and adds a professional fitting to match.
No. The Enhance Pro 30 is a prescription device fitted and adjusted by a hearing professional, while the RIC700 is an OTC device you set up and self-fit without one.
Both the Enhance Pro 30 and RIC700 support Made for iPhone (MFi) connectivity, so iPhone streaming is available on either. The Enhance Pro 30 additionally offers Android streaming and hands-free calling accessories, which the RIC700 does not.