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JVC EH-Z1500 vs. Orka Two

Check out our comparison of the JVC EH-Z1500 vs Orka Two. 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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Summary

Product Description

The JVC EH-Z1500 OTC Hearing Aid is a high-quality, over-the-counter device designed to enhance hearing clarity and comfort for users with mild to moderate hearing loss. It features advanced sound processing technology, a discreet design, and easy-to-use controls, making it an excellent choice for those seeking an affordable hearing solution.

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Product Description

The Orka Two hearing aids offer sleek, modern design and advanced wireless features, including Bluetooth connectivity and hands-free calling for both iOS and Android devices. However, despite their AI-based noise reduction technology, they underperform in noisy environments and come with a relatively high price tag of $1,899, making them less ideal for those with severe hearing loss or those who require extensive in-person care.

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Form Factor
Tube
Form Factor
RITE
User Rating
User Rating
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
  • Mild
  • Moderate
Hearing Loss Level
Suitable For
  • Mild
  • Moderate

Scoring

Build Quality
4.3Above average
Build Quality
4.5Above average
Battery
4.3Above average
Battery
3.5Below average
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
5.0Above average
App Features
4.3Above average
App Features
4.0Above average
Comfort
3.5Below average
Comfort
5.0Above average
Design
3.5Below average
Design
5.0Above average
Value
3.9Above average
Value
3.5Average
Handling
4.0Below average
Handling
4.7Above average
SoundScore
3.9Above average
SoundScore
3.8Above average
Pro Support
3.0Above average
Pro Support
3.0Above average

Audio Files

Busy Café
Open Ear-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Initial Fitting-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Tuned Fitting-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Busy Café
Open Ear-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Initial Fitting-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Tuned Fitting-noisy
00:00 / 00:00
Quiet Office
Open Ear-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Initial Fitting-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Tuned Fitting-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Quiet Office
Open Ear-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Initial Fitting-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Tuned Fitting-quiet
00:00 / 00:00
Streaming Music
Open Ear-music
00:00 / 00:00
Streaming Music
Open Ear-music
00:00 / 00:00
Initial Fitting-music
00:00 / 00:00
Tuned Fitting-music
00:00 / 00:00
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

At Home Hearing Screener
At Home Hearing Screener
  • Health App
Battery Charger
Battery Charger
  • Charging case
Power Pack
Power Pack
  • Charging case
Remote Adjustments
  • Tuned Hearing App
Remote Adjustments
  • Health App
Remote Control
  • Tuned Hearing App
Remote Control
  • Health App
  • Charging case
Smartphone App
  • Tuned Hearing App
Smartphone App
  • Health App

Software

AI Noise Removal
AI Noise Removal
AI Adaptive DeNoise
Directionality
Directionality
Adaptive Beamforming
Environmental Adaptation
Environmental Adaptation
Full Automatic Environment Classifier
Feedback Suppression
Feedback Suppression
Yes
Noise Reduction
Noise Reduction
Yes
Self-fitting
  • Tuned based on hearing test through device
Self-fitting
Wind Noise Reduction
Yes
Wind Noise Reduction

Hardware

Bluetooth® Audio
Bluetooth® Audio
Protocol
  • Bluetooth® (A2DP)
  • Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
Disposable Batteries
Battery Size
312
Disposable Batteries
Hands-Free Calling
Hands-Free Calling
Protocol
  • Bluetooth® (HFP)
IP Rating (Liquid)
7
IP Rating (Liquid)
6
IP Rating (Solid)
6
IP Rating (Solid)
Push Button
Push Button Options
  • Program control
Push Button
Rechargeable Batteries
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Tap Controls
Tap Controls
Tap Options
  • Accept/end calls
Telecoil
Yes
Telecoil
Volume Rocker
Yes
Volume Rocker