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Audicus Omni 2 Expert Review
Our lab tested the Audicus Omni 2 using standardized electroacoustic measurements and simulated real-world listening conditions. Below you will find our independent assessment of this behind-the-ear OTC hearing aid's performance across five key metrics.
Dr. Steve Taddei, Au.D. — Lab Director & Reviewer
Dr. Abram Bailey, Au.D. — Fact Checker / Editor
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Bottom Line
Our Verdict on the Audicus Omni 2
The verdict card below presents our overall assessment of the Audicus Omni 2 based on comprehensive lab testing. This summary reflects how the device performed across our standardized measurement protocol for OTC hearing aids.
The Audicus Omni 2 is a premium OTC hearing aid with strong speech clarity and versatile streaming, best for users prioritizing sound quality over budget.
Top 6% of OTC Hearing Aid- Strong speech in quiet4.2/5, +1.38 vs category
- Excellent feedback handling4.5/5
- Music streaming well above average+1.68 vs category
- Speech in noise only mixed in absolute terms2.3/5
- Premium price point in the OTC category
Audicus Omni 2 Score Breakdown
The score card below displays the Audicus Omni 2's performance across five independent lab metrics. Each bar represents our measured results for speech clarity, noise performance, own-voice comfort, feedback control, and music streaming.
How clearly speech comes through in calm, one-on-one surroundings.
Speech understanding against loud background noise — the toughest everyday test.
How natural your own voice sounds while wearing the aids, without a boomy, plugged-up quality.
Sound quality of music streamed to the hearing aids over Bluetooth.
Resistance to the whistling and squealing caused by acoustic feedback.
Scores use HearAdvisor’s public scoring scale and are based on measurements from our acoustic test chamber.
Fit Performance
Audicus Omni 2 Lab Test Summary
We evaluated the Audicus Omni 2 in both Initial and Tuned fit conditions to measure performance before and after adjustment. The summary card below shows how each configuration performed against prescriptive targets.
Out of the box with an open dome configuration, the Audicus Omni 2 achieves a normalized Initial Score of 4.6/5. Speech in quiet performs strongly at 4.1/5, while speech in noise scores 2.3/5—above the category average but mixed in absolute terms. Music streaming impresses at 4.1/5, and feedback handling is excellent at 4.5/5. Own-voice comfort is solid at 3.0/5. This initial fit configuration delivers strong performance without requiring adjustment, making it accessible for self-fitting consumers.
What is HearAdvisor's Initial Fit?
The Initial Fit approximates the most likely settings and eartips for a typical moderate hearing loss. Results are measured across the same 72 acoustic scenes in our custom-built lab, then scored on a 5-star scale using an auditory model.
Amplification Data
Audicus Omni 2 Insertion Gain Measurements
The graph below shows the Audicus Omni 2's measured insertion gain compared to prescriptive targets across the frequency range. This visualization reveals how closely the device's amplification matches established fitting guidelines.
Audio Samples
Audicus Omni 2 Manikin Recordings
Below are audio samples captured through our acoustic test manikin while wearing the Audicus Omni 2. Compare these recordings against the unaided reference to hear the device's effect on speech and environmental sounds.
Test Configuration
Audicus Omni 2 Lab Notes
The documentation below details the specific test conditions and device settings used during our evaluation of the Audicus Omni 2. These notes ensure transparency and reproducibility of our measurement procedures.
Initial Fitting | Tuned Fitting | |
|---|---|---|
| Ear Coupling | Open Dome | Open Dome |
