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1MORE H1023 vs Etymotic ER2XR Earphones: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the 1MORE H1023 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: 1MORE H1023 - Great overall at around $88.

Score breakdown

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

1MORE H1023
Sound8.5
Value8.5
Etymotic ER2XR Earphones
Sound8.0
Value8.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of 1MORE H1023 vs Etymotic ER2XR Earphones
Spec1MORE H1023Etymotic ER2XR Earphones
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$88$140
HearWiki score84 / 100 · Great78 / 100 · Great
Released2024-
Audio
Driver2 balanced armatures + 1 dynamic driversingle dynamic driver
Drivers per side-1
Frequency response-flat mids and highs, emphasized bass
Impedance32 Ω15 Ω
Sensitivity-96 dB/mW
Wireless
Multipoint pairingNoNo
Battery
Wireless charging-No
Features
Active noise cancellingNoNo
ANC type-none
Transparency mode-No
Companion app-No
Custom EQ-No
Wear detection-No
Controls-buttons
Design
Weight18 g2 g
Detachable cable-Yes
USB-C-No

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

Etymotic ER2XR Earphones

The ER2XR is a wired in-ear monitor with a single dynamic driver that delivers a naturally balanced sound with a slight bass emphasis and warm tilt, making it a strong value for detail-focused listeners. It is easy to drive from portable sources thanks to its low impedance and decent sensitivity, and offers excellent passive noise isolation. However, its deep-insertion fit can be uncomfortable for some, and the cable tends to pick up noise.

  • Pro:Accurate, detailed sound with a mild bass boost
  • Pro:Easy to drive from phones and portable players
  • Pro:Strong passive noise isolation
  • Con:Deep fit may be uncomfortable for some ears
  • Con:Cable microphonics are noticeable
  • Con:No inline controls or app support

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

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