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1MORE H1023 vs FiiO FD3: 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
FiiO FD3
Sound7.5
Value8.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of 1MORE H1023 vs FiiO FD3
Spec1MORE H1023FiiO FD3
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$88$100
HearWiki score84 / 100 · Great76 / 100 · Great
Released20242021
Audio
Driver2 balanced armatures + 1 dynamic driver12mm dynamic driver with DLC diamond diaphragm
Driver size-12 mm
Drivers per side-1
Frequency response-10Hz-40kHz
Impedance32 Ω32 Ω
Sensitivity-111 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth-5.x
Multipoint pairingNoNo
Features
Active noise cancellingNoNo
Controls-buttons
Design
Weight18 g7 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

FiiO FD3

The FiiO FD3 is a budget-friendly wired IEM that pairs a 12mm DLC dynamic driver with a semi-open design to deliver punchy, dynamic sound that's easy to drive from any source. It stands out with a premium-feeling build, a generous accessory set, and a light, comfortable fit, making it a strong pick for those stepping back into wired audio. Tuning varies slightly with ear tips and sound tubes, but overall it offers solid resolution and value.

  • Pro:Excellent price-to-performance ratio
  • Pro:Easy to drive with any device
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for long sessions
  • Con:No wireless or ANC options
  • Con:Tuning can get bright or boomy depending on tips
  • Con:Standard and Pro versions differ only by cable

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

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