1MORE E1001 vs Kiwi Ears Belle: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the 1MORE E1001 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 80. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: 1MORE E1001 - Great overall at around $52.

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

1MORE E1001 leads on 3 of 5 measures.

1MORE E1001
Kiwi Ears Belle

HearWiki score

Sound

8.5

7.2

Calls

6.0

Value

8.0

Price (USD)

$52

$30

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

The Kiwi Ears Belle is 7 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price. For 7 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

E10012018
Belle20257 yr newer

Specifications

E1001Belle

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $52; $30
HearWiki score: 80; 76
Released: 2018; 2025
Availability: Discontinued; Sold new
Driver: 1DD + 2BA hybrid; 1DD
Driver type: hybrid; dynamic
Driver configuration: 1DD + 2BA; 1DD
Driver size: 16 mm; 10 mm
Drivers per side: 3; 1
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 40 kHz; -
Impedance: 32 Ω; 32 Ω
Sensitivity: 99 dB/mW; -
Active noise cancelling: No; -
Controls: buttons; -
Weight: 18 g; -
Water resistance: none; -
USB-C: No; -
Microphones: 1; -

Specification comparison of 1MORE E1001 vs Kiwi Ears Belle
Spec	1MORE E1001	Kiwi Ears Belle
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$52	$30
HearWiki score	80 / 100 Great	76 / 100 Great
Released	2018	2025
Audio
Driver	1DD + 2BA hybrid	1DD
Driver type	hybrid	dynamic
Driver configuration	1DD + 2BA	1DD
Driver size	16 mm	10 mm
Drivers per side	3	1
Frequency response	20 Hz - 40 kHz	-
Impedance	32 Ω	32 Ω
Sensitivity	99 dB/mW	-
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	-
Controls	buttons	-
Design
Weight	18 g	-
Water resistance	none	-
USB-C	No	-
Calls
Microphones	1	-

What reviewers said

1MORE E1001

The 1MORE E1001 is a wired hybrid in-ear monitor that pairs a 16mm dynamic driver with two balanced armatures to deliver a rich, detailed sound signature at a budget-friendly price. Its all-metal build, comfortable fit, and generous accessory package make it a compelling pick for listeners seeking premium features without the premium cost. While its tuning is generally balanced and engaging, it does have some minor limitations in soundstage width and cable handling.

Pro:Excellent value for a triple-driver hybrid design
Pro:Solid all-metal construction with a premium feel
Pro:Comfortable, secure fit for extended listening

Con:Cable is prone to noticeable microphonics
Con:Soundstage feels somewhat narrow and intimate
Con:Instrument separation is only average for the price

Kiwi Ears Belle

The Kiwi Ears Belle is a budget-friendly wired IEM that prioritizes a warm, bass-rich, and vocal-forward sound signature over analytical precision. It offers a comfortable, compact fit and solid build quality, making it a low-risk pick for everyday listening, though it trades some treble detail for a smooth, forgiving presentation. Its performance and included accessories make it feel more premium than its modest price suggests.

Pro:Warm, engaging bass response
Pro:Clean and vocal-forward midrange
Pro:Comfortable, compact shell for long sessions

Con:Treble extension is restrained, limiting air and sparkle
Con:Soundstage depth and layering are only average
Con:Not for listeners seeking high detail or analytical tuning

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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