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1MORE E1001 vs Moondrop SSP: 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
Moondrop SSP
Sound7.0
Value7.5

Specifications

Specification comparison of 1MORE E1001 vs Moondrop SSP
Spec1MORE E1001Moondrop SSP
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$52$40
HearWiki score82 / 100 · Great72 / 100 · Good
Released20182020
Audio
Driver1 dynamic + 2 balanced armature hybridBeryllium-Coated Dome + PU Suspension Ring
Driver size16 mm-
Drivers per side31
Frequency response20Hz-40kHz20Hz-20kHz
Impedance32 Ω16 Ω
Sensitivity99 dB/mW94 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetoothnone-
Multipoint pairingNo-
Features
Active noise cancellingNo-
Controlsbuttonsnone
Design
Weight18 g-
Water resistancenone-
Detachable cable-Yes
USB-CNo-
Calls
Microphones1-

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

Moondrop SSP

The Moondrop SSP is a budget-friendly single-dynamic-driver IEM that offers a balanced, warm, and cohesive tuning, making it a safe and broadly appealing choice for its price. It features solid build quality, comfortable fit, and good mids, but it requires a powerful source to shine and has limitations in treble extension, soundstage depth, and technical refinement, particularly in complex tracks.

  • Pro:Balanced and warm tuning
  • Pro:Solid build quality
  • Pro:Comfortable fit
  • Con:Needs a powerful source
  • Con:Limited treble extension and clarity
  • Con:Soundstage is not very deep

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

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