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1MORE H1023 vs EPZ Q5: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the 1MORE H1023 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: 1MORE H1023 - Great overall at around $130.

Score breakdown

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

1MORE H1023 leads on 3 of 4 measures.

  • 1MORE H1023
  • EPZ Q5
HearWiki score
82
71
Sound
8.5
7.5
Value
8.5
8.0
Price (USD)
$130
$78

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

1MORE H1023 (2024) against EPZ Q5 (2023). These are 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.

  • H102320241 yr newer
  • Q52023

Specifications

H1023Q5
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$130
$78
HearWiki score
82
71
Released
2024
2023
Availability
Discontinued
Discontinued
Driver
1DD + 3BA hybrid
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
hybrid
dynamic
Driver configuration
1DD + 3BA
-
Driver size
-
10 mm
Drivers per side
4
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
-
Impedance
32 Ω
26 Ω
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Weight
18.5 g
-
Connector
3.5 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 Q5

The EPZ Q5 is a budget-friendly single-dynamic-driver IEM that delivers impressive technical performance, including strong detail, imaging, and an airy, spacious presentation. Its bright, U-shaped tuning offers excellent clarity but leans treble-forward, which can introduce sibilance or glare for sensitive listeners. It's a solid value pick for those who enjoy a lively, resolving sound, though it won't suit everyone's tonal preferences.

  • Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and transparency
  • Pro:Good imaging and soundstage for the price
  • Pro:Sturdy build and generous accessory package
  • Con:Bright, treble-forward sound may cause sibilance
  • Con:Thinner timbre and recessed lower mids
  • Con:Polarizing tuning not universally safe

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

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