It depends on what you value most. Allure adds native Android streaming and built-in hands-free calling plus a slightly higher tuned speech-in-quiet score (4.3/5 vs 4.1/5), but MOMENT measured better on tuned feedback handling (4.0/5 vs 1.7/5) and music streaming (3.5/5 vs 2.7/5) for about $1,000 less.
Widex Allure vs. Widex MOMENT
Check out our comparison of the Widex Allure vs Widex MOMENT. 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.
Allure is Widex's newer, pricier flagship with built-in hands-free calling and Android streaming, while the older MOMENT costs about $1,000 less and actually measured better on tuned feedback stability and music streaming in our lab.
Allure
Choose the Widex Allure if you want Widex's newest flagship, with true MFi hands-free calling built into the aid itself, Android streaming without an accessory, and the highest-ranked sound quality Widex currently sells — and you're willing to pay roughly $1,000 more per pair for it.
MOMENT
Choose the Widex MOMENT if you want to spend about $1,000 less per pair, still get an "A" SoundGrade tuned result with strong feedback handling (4.0/5) and better lab music streaming (3.5/5 vs. 2.7/5), and don't need hands-free calling built into the aid.
What actually separates them
AI summarizedHands-free calling and Android streaming
SpecAllure's hardware supports Made for iPhone hands-free calling and native Android streaming (ASHA/Bluetooth LE); MOMENT requires an accessory for hands-free calls and its Bluetooth Audio spec lists MFi only, so Android users don't get direct streaming.
Tuned-fit feedback stability
Lab measuredAfter professional tuning, MOMENT held a strong 4.0/5 on feedback handling while Allure's tuned feedback score fell to 1.7/5, a real-world difference in how often whistling/squealing could occur after fitting.
Lab music streaming score
Lab measuredMOMENT measured 3.5/5 on music streaming versus Allure's 2.7/5, so listeners who stream a lot of music may notice better quality from MOMENT despite it being the older platform.
Price
PriceMOMENT runs about $1,000 less per pair than Allure, a meaningful gap for buyers who don't need Allure's newer chip and connectivity extras.
Product Overview
Allure
MOMENT
Form Factor
Expert Rating
Score
4.4
Score
4.5
User Rating
5.01 reviews
2.914 reviews
Hearing Loss Level
MildModerateSevere
MildModerateSevere
Product Features
Hands-freeRechargeableiPhoneAndroidTelecoilIP68
RechargeableiPhoneAndroidIP68
Expert Ratings
Compare comprehensive test results and expert opinions.
Allure
MOMENT
HearingTracker Score
Allure
4.4ABOVE AVERAGE
Widex Allure is the brand’s most refined take yet on natural sound, pairing its signature low-delay PureSound approach with stronger speech processing and an excellent HearAdvisor A SoundGrade that places it among the top tier of prescription hearing aids, though it’s currently limited in styles and still waiting on key firmware updates like Auracast.
Read full reviewMOMENT
4.5EXCELLENT
The Widex MOMENT is a flagship hearing aid line known for its superior sound quality and advanced AI-driven personalization features, including ZeroDelay™ and PureSound™ technologies that offer natural sound processing. Suitable for a wide range of hearing losses, these hearing aids are available in various styles, including rechargeable options, and are highly rated for music streaming and listening in noisy environments.
Read full reviewHearAdvisor SoundScore
Allure
4.7EXCELLENT
Widex Allure RIC 440 achieved a SoundScore of 4.7/5 and a SoundGrade of A in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #7 of 39 Prescription Hearing Aid devices tested. The Prescription Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 4.19/5.
MOMENT
4.6EXCELLENT
Widex Moment achieved a SoundScore of 4.6/5 and a SoundGrade of A in HearAdvisor lab testing. It ranked #9 of 39 Prescription Hearing Aid devices tested. The Prescription Hearing Aid category average SoundScore was 4.19/5.
Build Quality
Allure
4.9EXCELLENT
Widex Allure hearing aids have an impressive build quality, featuring a top-of-the-line IP68 ingress rating and a sturdy tabletop charging base.
MOMENT
5.0EXCELLENT
Widex Moment hearing aids have an impressive build quality, featuring a top-of-the-line IP68 ingress rating and an robust portable charging case.
Battery
Allure
3.7AVERAGE
Moment Allure offer 25 hour all-day rechargeable battery life, with an impressive 7 hours of streaming. Recharging Allure will take around 4 hours and there is also a quick charge feature where 30 minutes of charge provides an additional 4 hours of power.
MOMENT
4.5EXCELLENT
Moment Sheer sRic offer an all-day 29 hour rechargeable battery life, with a slightly longer 4 hour recharge time.
Bluetooth
Allure
5.0EXCELLENT
Widex Allure hearing aids are Bluetooth compatible with both iOS and Android devices, allowing for audio streaming and hands-free calling. While they do not currently offer Auracast, they are future ready with Bluetooth LE audio.
MOMENT
5.0EXCELLENT
Widex Moment Sheer sRIC hearing aids are Bluetooth compatible with both iOS and Android devices, allowing for audio streaming and hands-free calling.
App Features
Allure
4.0AVERAGE
The Widex Moment app is all around impressive with its modern, high-contrast appearance and comprehensive features, including sound customization options like a multi-band equalizer. The app also offers dedicated tinnitus features which can be optimized with your hearing care provider.
MOMENT
5.0EXCELLENT
The Widex Moment app is all around impressive with its modern, high-contrast appearance and comprehensive features, including sound customization options like a multi-band equalizer. The app also offers dedicated tinnitus features which can be optimized with your hearing care provider.
Comfort
Allure
5.0EXCELLENT
I found Sheer sRIC very comfortable due to their smaller size and ergonomic design. Your hearing care provider should help fit them with optimal comfort and hearing benefit.
MOMENT
5.0EXCELLENT
I found Sheer sRIC very comfortable due to their smaller size and ergonomic design. Your hearing care provider should help fit them with optimal comfort and hearing benefit.
Design
Allure
5.0EXCELLENT
Sheer sRIC have a modern design and are available in a range of colors from discrete to bold. Personally, I appreciate how Widex hearing aids have a smoother shape and a subtly textured feel.
MOMENT
5.0EXCELLENT
Sheer sRIC have a modern design and are available in a range of colors from discrete to bold. Personally, I appreciate how Widex hearing aids have a smoother shape and a subtly textured feel.
Value
Allure
3.4BELOW AVERAGE
Widex Allure RIC 440 has a value score of 3.3/5 based on lab performance and public display price.
MOMENT
3.5BELOW AVERAGE
Widex Moment has a value score of 3.5/5 based on lab performance and public display price.
Handling
Allure
5.0EXCELLENT
I did not run into any issues while using Widex Moment Sheer hearing aids. They are very easy to use once setup by your hearing care provider. First-time users may need some practice to get accustomed to inserting the receiver-in-ear style properly.
MOMENT
5.0EXCELLENT
I did not run into any issues while using Widex Moment Sheer hearing aids. They are very easy to use once setup by your hearing care provider. First-time users may need some practice to get accustomed to inserting the receiver-in-ear style properly.
Pro Support
Allure
5.0EXCELLENT
You should receive quality hearing care and support from your provider. Telehealth, or remote care options, are also available though this requires some extra setup with a separate app and necklace dongle.
MOMENT
5.0EXCELLENT
You should receive quality hearing care and support from your provider. Telehealth, or remote care options, are also available though this requires some extra setup with a separate app and necklace dongle.
Lab Recordings
Listen to direct output recordings from our acoustic test lab.
Allure
MOMENT
Busy Cafe
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Allure
MOMENT
Quiet Office
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Allure
MOMENT
Streaming Music
Hear this scene unaided, for comparison
Allure
MOMENT
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
Allure
MOMENT
Battery Charger
Charge n Clean+1
The new Charge n Clean charger offers a stylish design and combines charging with automatic UV-C sanitization and drying for added hygiene. It features LED indicators, a 4-hour full charge, 30-minute fast charge, and runs a maintenance cycle while charging. It eliminates up to 99.9% of bacteria, yeast, and viruses and connects via USB-C.
Standard Charger
The new standard charger delivers hassle-free, reliable charging in a compact, stylish design. It features LED indicators, a 4-hour full charge, 30-minute fast charge, and convenient USB-C connectivity.
Charger
The Widex charger comes with brushed anodized aluminum casing, drop-in charging wells, and LED-indicators for charging status.
Bluetooth Streamer
None
SoundConnect
Widex SoundConnect streams audio from your computer directly to your hearing aids.
FM System
None
FM+DEX+2
Remote Control
RC-DEX
RC-DEX allows you to adjust the volume and switch between programs without directly touching your hearing aids. It features three simple buttons and is small enough to fit on a keychain, making it convenient to carry and use. As you activate its functions, verbal or tone cues in your hearing aids confirm your selections, and an LED indicator on the remote lights up during operation.
RC-DEX
RC-DEX allows you to adjust the volume and switch between programs without directly touching your hearing aids. It features three simple buttons and is small enough to fit on a keychain, making it convenient to carry and use. As you activate its functions, verbal or tone cues in your hearing aids confirm your selections, and an LED indicator on the remote lights up during operation.
COM-DEX App+1
TONELINK App+1
MOMENT App
The WIDEX MOMENT App allows you to personalize your listening experience by adjusting the volume, pitch, and directional focus of your hearing aids. The app allows you to create custom programs and use SoundSense Learn AI technology.
Smartphone App
Allure App
The Widex Allure app is a powerful companion for Widex hearing aid users, designed to enhance accessibility, personalization, and control. With features like real-time sound adjustments, battery status, AI-powered assistants, and a customizable equalizer, users can fine-tune their hearing experience to match specific environments. The app also includes helpful guides, troubleshooting support, Apple Watch compatibility, and a "Find My Hearing Aids" function to locate misplaced devices. It supports audio streaming on both iOS and compatible Android devices and offers a seamless, intuitive interface for greater independence and confidence.
None
Smartphone Streamer + Hands Free
None
COM-DEX
A neck-worn streamer that delivers high-quality sound from any Android phone or Bluetooth device to Widex hearing aids.
TV Streamer
TV PLAY 2
TV PLAY 2 streams audio wirelessly from your TV directly to your Widex hearing aids.
TV-DEX
TV PLAY
TV PLAY streams audio wirelessly from your TV directly to your Widex hearing aids.
Hardware
Allure
MOMENT
Bluetooth® Audio
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Android (ASHA)
Hands-Free Calling
- Made for iPhone (MFi)
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
- Accessory required
IP Rating
IP68
IP68
Push Button
- Program control
- Volume Control
- Program control
- Volume Control
Rechargeable Batteries
Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion
Tap Controls
- Accept/end calls
No
Telecoil
Yes
No
Software Features
Allure
MOMENT
Adjustment Bands
15
15
Dedicated Streaming Compressor
Yes
No
Directionality
High Definition Locator: 15
High Definition Locator: 15
Ear Simulation
Digital Pinna
Digital Pinna
Environmental Adaptation
Sound Classifier Categories: 11
Fluid Sound Analyzer: 11 (IE)
Extended Input Dynamic Range
True-Input Technology
True-Input Technology
Feedback Suppression
Dynamic Feedback Controller
No
Frequency Lowering
No
Audibility Extender
High Pitch Boost
No
High-frequency boost
Listening Programs
5
5
Machine Learning
No
SoundSense AdaptSoundSense Learn
Noise Reduction
YesSoft-level noise reduction
YesSoft-level noise reduction
Phone in Stereo
No
Phone+
Processing Channels
15
15
Spatial Noise Cancellation
No
- InterEar
- Real-time
Sudden Loud Noise Reduction
Hammer DetectorTruSound Softener4 Modes
Hammer DetectorTruSound Softener
Tinnitus Relief
No
- InterEar
Unique Amplification Strategy
Allure PureSound™Speech Enhancer ProPremiumTruAcoustics™
Enhanced Dynamic Range Compression (EDRC)PureSound™ with ZeroDelay™TruAcoustics™Variable Speed CompressionInterEar
Wind Noise Reduction
Smartwind Manager: Premium
Smartwind Manager
Bottom Line
AI summarizedThe Verdict
This is less a story of Allure being a straightforward upgrade than a genuine tradeoff: Allure brings newer connectivity (native Android streaming, built-in hands-free calling) and a slightly higher tuned speech-in-quiet score, but our lab measured its tuned feedback handling falling to 1.7/5 and its music streaming trailing MOMENT's 2.7/5 to 3.5/5.
If connectivity and having Widex's latest chip matter most to you, Allure's roughly $1,000 premium is justifiable; if you stream a lot of music or want proven feedback stability after tuning, MOMENT remains the stronger performer on those specific measures for less money.
Which is right for you?
Neither device should be bought on brand reputation alone — ask your provider to walk through both tuned lab profiles above, since the "newer" model doesn't win on every axis here.
What to ask at your fitting
AI summarizedAsk about tuned feedback performance
Allure's feedback handling dropped to 1.7/5 after tuning in our lab, so have your audiologist check for whistling once your fit is finalized, especially with vented domes.
Test hands-free calling if you're on Android
Allure supports Android streaming and hands-free natively, while MOMENT needs an accessory for hands-free calls — confirm which matters to your daily phone use before deciding.
Compare real-ear measurement results side by side
Allure's tuned speech-in-quiet reached 4.3/5 versus MOMENT's 4.1/5, but ask your provider to run real-ear measurement on both before committing to the $1,000 price gap.