Jabra Enhance Select 300 vs. Phonak Audéo Lumity

The Jabra Enhance Select 300 is a mid-level, over-the-counter (OTC) receiver-in-canal (RIC) hearing aid introduced in late 2023, designed for adults with mild to moderate hearing loss.

Phonak Lumity Bluetooth Hearing Aids are advanced devices designed to enhance speech clarity and reduce background noise, featuring AutoSense OS™ 5.0 and StereoZoom 2.0 technology. These hearing aids offer hands-free connectivity for both iOS and Android devices, are rechargeable, and come in various models to suit different hearing needs and preferences.

Jabra Enhance Select 300 achieved a SoundScore of 4.1/5 and a SoundGrade of A in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #17 of 65 OTC Hearing Aid devices tested. The OTC Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 3.68/5.

Phonak Audéo Lumity achieved a SoundScore of 4.1/5 and a SoundGrade of A in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #23 of 39 Prescription Hearing Aid devices tested. The Prescription Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 4.19/5.

Quality is fantastic when it comes to Jabra hearing aids as they share technology from GN Resound. Select 300 have a solid ingress rating of IP68 and the portable charging case will have no problems handling daily use.

Phonak Audeo Lumity RT have an excellent build quality with a robust, portable charging case and a high ingress rating of IP68.

Jabra have really stepped up their game with a 30 hour battery life, ensuring you get through the day even with streaming. The case also holds enough power for 3 addition charges which is plenty for a weekend excursion.

Lumity last around 16 hours, longer without any streaming, and should offer all-day battery life for many. It should take 3 hours for a full recharge which is similar to other prescription devices.

Bluetooth was straightforward and reliable, working seamlessly without any issues. While the streamed audio quality has improved, it needs work before I'd consider it hi-fidelity.

Phonak Lumity are compatible with both iOS and Android, offering wireless audio streaming and hands-free calls.

The Jabra Enhance App mirrors the useful features available in Resounds medical hearing aid app. I found it to offer plenty of options to personalize audio quality beyond the custom programming.

I found the MyPhonak Hearing Aid app easy to use with many useful features, including health and fitness tracking.

I found 300 very comfortable given their smaller lightweight design. The button also has an improved ridge for easier use compared to previous generations.

Phonak Lumity were extremely comfortable and lightweight in my ears. In general, hearing care providers can make numerous physical changes to prescription hearing aids to improve comfort.

Jabra has done a nice job redesigning prescription technology for the direct-to-consumer market. Select 300 is sleek, with a range of stylish colors, and sat discretely behind my ear.

Lumity are modern and sleek, though they are not the smallest hearing aids on the prescription market. They are also available in 11 different colors allowing you to customize the look of your hearing aids.

Jabra Enhance Select 300 has a value score of 3.9/5 based on lab performance and public display price.

Phonak Audéo Lumity has a value score of 3.2/5 based on lab performance and public display price.

300 are easy to use, though receiver-in-canal devices might take a bit of practice. Pro support can assist, and the easy charging case makes on-the-go charging a breeze.

Lumity are easy to use and adjust using either the large multi-function button or MyPhonak app. I had no issues making adjustments with either.

Jabra has arguably the best pro support offering among OTC devices, providing telehealth with hearing care providers, remote programming, and tech support.

Prescription hearing aids like Lumity are fit by hearing care providers so you should receive quality care. The MyPhonak app also opens the possibility for remote programming and virtual follow-up appointments.