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1MORE H1023 vs EPZ P40: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the EPZ P40 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: EPZ P40 - Great overall at around $160.

Score breakdown

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

1MORE H1023 leads on 2 of 4 measures.

  • 1MORE H1023
  • EPZ P40
HearWiki score
82
82
Sound
8.5
8.5
Value
8.5
8.0
Price (USD)
$130
$160

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 EPZ P40 is 2 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.

  • H10232024
  • P4020262 yr newer

Specifications

H1023P40
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$130
$160
HearWiki score
82
82
Released
2024
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
1DD + 3BA hybrid
2DD + 1PL + 1PZT tribrid
Driver type
hybrid
tribrid
Driver configuration
1DD + 3BA
2DD + 1PL + 1PZT
Drivers per side
4
4
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
-
Impedance
32 Ω
14 Ω
Active noise cancelling
No
No
Weight
18.5 g
-
Connector
3.5 mm
2-pin 0.78 mm
Model code
E1010
-
Microphones
1
-
Microphone type
MEMS
-

What reviewers said

1MORE H1023

These wired in-ear headphones combine a dynamic driver with dual balanced armatures for a rich, detailed sound that excels at its price point. The build feels premium and the included accessories are generous, making them a strong choice for budget-conscious audiophiles. Their main limitation is a narrow soundstage typical of in-ear designs, but overall they deliver performance that rivals more expensive models.

  • Pro:Excellent sound quality for the price
  • Pro:Premium build and design
  • Pro:Generous accessory bundle
  • Con:Limited soundstage due to in-ear fit
  • Con:No noise cancellation
  • Con:Wired only, no wireless option

EPZ P40

The EPZ P40 is a wired tribrid IEM that delivers a clean, technically strong sound with excellent midrange presence, controlled bass, and precise imaging for its price. While it shines in resolution and transparency, its tuning can feel sharp or cold to some ears, and it falls just short of class-leading treble refinement. Overall, it's a compelling option under $200 for listeners who value clarity and detail over warmth.

  • Pro:Excellent midrange clarity and vocal presence
  • Pro:Tight, well-defined bass response
  • Pro:Strong technical performance with precise imaging
  • Con:Treble lacks some extension and refinement
  • Con:Tuning may come across as sharp or shouty
  • Con:Limited included eartips

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

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