Jabra Enhance Select M Series vs. Lexie Powered by Bose

Compare the Jabra Enhance Select M1, M2, and M3 hearing aids in the Jabra Enhance Select M Series.

This rechargeable device offers iPhone and Android call streaming, a new recharging case, and an in-app hearing test for personalized sound customization.

Jabra Enhance Select M3 achieved a SoundScore of 4.0/5 and a SoundGrade of A in HearAdvisor lab testing. The OTC Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 3.69/5.

Lexie B2 Plus achieved a SoundScore of 4.4/5 and a SoundGrade of A in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #7 of 65 OTC Hearing Aid devices tested. The OTC Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 3.68/5.

Jabra hearing aids share technology from GN Resound and generally have fantastic build quality. M3 is no exception with an ingress rating of IP68 and the standard robust portable charging case.

Lexie claims all of their products have an IP rating of 67 which is near the maximal egress protection for hearing aids. Beyond this, I found B2 well built with a good button click feel and robust portable charging case.

M3 offers full-day 24 hour battery life, which is unchanged from the previous Enhance 700 model. The case also holds roughly 3 addition charges of on-the-go power.

Lexie B2 has a reported battery life of 18 hours so it should last all-day for most people. It takes only 3 hours to recharge in its case which also doubles as a portable charger thanks to the internal power-bank.

Bluetooth was straightforward and reliable, working seamlessly without any issues. This is what I've come to expect with Jabra hearing aids. M3 also supports Auracast Bluetooth technology, which is step ahead many other hearing aids.

B2 does offer audio streaming though it is unfortunately limited to iOS devices. I found B2’s streamed audio quality mediocre but it is a useful feature to have for those of use using Apple products.

The Jabra Enhance App offers a useful set of features, providing plenty of freedom to personalize your sound beyond the default programming.

The phone app is one of my favorite features of B2. It is simple and visually pleasing while offering excellent personalization. Lexie has recently added an in-app hearing test making it even better.

Jabra M3 are very comfortable given their shockingly small and lightweight design. The button are also larger than many OTC products making setting changes easier.

B2 is a rather sleek receiver-in-canal (RIC) hearing aid. I found its comfort similar to that of prescription hearing aids and experienced no issues wearing it long-term (even with glasses).

Jabra has done a nice job redesigning prescription technology for the direct-to-consumer market. M3 shares the same shockingly discrete "microRIE" design as the previous Select 700 model.

Lexie B2 offers a sleek design similar to modern prescription hearing aids from major manufacturers. One potential downside is that it is only available in Gray, with no other color options.

Jabra Enhance Select M3 has a value score of 3.3/5 based on lab performance and public display price.

Lexie B2 Plus has a value score of 4.2/5 based on lab performance and public display price.

I found M3 easy to use, though receiver-in-canal devices can take practice at the start. Pro support can assist, and the charging case is one of the best on the market.

I had no issues adjusting B2 with the app or rocker switch. I found the physical buttons sufficiently large and tactile offering a good click feel when depressed.

Jabra has arguably the best pro support offering among OTC devices. They provide 3 years of telehealth audiologic services including remote programming and video appointments. While I'd prefer in-person appointments, Jabra continues to bridge the gap given the limitations of remote care.

One downside to Lexie B2 is that you are limited to phone or email based technical support. Fortunately, B2 and their phone app are fairly user-friendly and you will likely not need regular assistance.