Starkey Omega AI 20 vs 24 — Real-world experiences?
I’m 51 and have had hearing loss for years, but I’m finally taking the plunge and getting hearing aids.
Right now I’m leaning toward the Starkey Omega AI 20 or the Starkey Omega AI 24 mRIC Hearing Aid, but I’m struggling to decide if the jump to the 24 is actually worth it in real-world use.
My lifestyle is kind of mixed:
I work from home, so I’m not in loud office environments daily
But I’m very social
We go to restaurants often
We also do game nights with 6–8 people, and group conversations are where I struggle the most
From what I understand, the 24 is supposed to perform better in noisy/group settings, but I’d love to hear from actual users instead of marketing material.
For anyone who has tried both (or chose one over the other):
Did you notice a meaningful difference in restaurants or group conversations?
Is the 24 noticeably better with speech clarity in noise?
Any regrets going with the 20 or paying extra for the 24?
Would really appreciate any real-world feedback. Thanks!