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1MORE E1001 vs Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red - Outstanding overall at around $65.

Score breakdown

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

Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red leads on 3 of 5 measures.

  • 1MORE E1001
  • Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red
HearWiki score
78
82
Sound
8.0
8.1
Calls
6.2
-
Value
8.5
8.8
Price (USD)
$52
$65

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 Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red is 5 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 5 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • E10012018
  • x Crinacle Zero Red20235 yr newer

Specifications

E1001x Crinacle Zero Red
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$52
$65
HearWiki score
78
82
Released
2018
2023
Availability
Still sold new
Still sold new
Driver
1DD + 2BA hybrid
2DD
Driver type
hybrid
dynamic
Driver configuration
1DD + 2BA
2DD
Driver size
16 mm
-
Drivers per side
3
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
-
Impedance
32 Ω
17.5 Ω
Sensitivity
99 dB/mW
-
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Controls
buttons
-
Weight
18 g
-
Water resistance
none
-
USB-C
No
-
Microphones
1
-

What reviewers said

1MORE E1001

The 1MORE E1001 is a hybrid triple-driver wired earphone that combines one dynamic and two balanced armature drivers for a detailed, balanced sound at a budget-friendly price. It features a sturdy metal build, a comfortable fit, and a generous accessory bundle, making it a strong value pick for its class. While its tuning is praised for being polished and versatile, its cable tends to transmit noise and its soundstage is somewhat intimate.

  • Pro:Excellent value for a triple-driver hybrid
  • Pro:Comfortable, secure fit for long listening sessions
  • Pro:Solid metal construction with premium feel
  • Con:Noticeable cable microphonics
  • Con:Soundstage is relatively small
  • Con:Instrument separation is only average

Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red

This wired in-ear monitor pairs a 10 mm and a 7.8 mm dynamic driver in a dual-driver setup, tuned for a warm, natural sound signature. It’s designed to be comfortable for extended listening, making it a solid pick for those who prefer a relaxed, non-fatiguing presentation. With no ANC, it relies on passive isolation from its fit.

  • Pro:Warm, natural tuning for long sessions
  • Pro:Dual dynamic drivers for rich bass and detail
  • Pro:Comfortable fit for extended wear
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Requires a source with enough power (17.5 ohm impedance)
  • Con:Bulky shell may not suit small ears

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

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