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1MORE E1001 vs KZ PR3: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the 1MORE E1001 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

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

Score breakdown

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

1MORE E1001
Sound8.5
Calls6.0
Value8.0
KZ PR3
Sound7.5
Value8.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of 1MORE E1001 vs KZ PR3
Spec1MORE E1001KZ PR3
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$52$47
HearWiki score82 / 100 · Great72 / 100 · Good
Released20182023
Audio
Driver1 dynamic + 2 balanced armature hybridPlanar
Driver size16 mm13.2 mm
Drivers per side31
Frequency response20Hz-40kHz20Hz-40kHz
Impedance32 Ω15 Ω
Sensitivity99 dB/mW98 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetoothnone-
Multipoint pairingNo-
Features
Active noise cancellingNo-
Controlsbuttonsbuttons
Design
Weight18 g-
Water resistancenone-
USB-CNo-
Calls
Microphones11

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

KZ PR3

The KZ PR3 is a budget-friendly planar in-ear monitor that punches above its weight in raw technical performance, offering impressive detail retrieval, crisp imaging, and a wide soundstage for the price. However, its tuning leans bright and lean, with a thin bass response and occasional upper-mid peakiness that can make it sound harsh or fatiguing, making it a great choice for analytical listeners but not for those seeking a warm or natural sound.

  • Pro:Excellent resolution and micro-detail
  • Pro:Wide, well-defined soundstage
  • Pro:Fast, precise transient response
  • Con:Bright, potentially fatiguing treble
  • Con:Thin mid-bass and low-end weight
  • Con:Upper-mid shoutiness on some tracks

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

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