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1MORE H1023 vs TRN Earphone 4: 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
TRN Earphone 4
Sound7.0
Value6.5

Specifications

Specification comparison of 1MORE H1023 vs TRN Earphone 4
Spec1MORE H1023TRN Earphone 4
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$88$87
HearWiki score84 / 100 · Great68 / 100 · Good
Released20242019
Audio
Driver2 balanced armatures + 1 dynamic driverhybrid
Driver size-10 mm
Drivers per side-4
Frequency response-20Hz-40kHz
Impedance32 Ω22 Ω
Sensitivity-105 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth-none
Codecs-LDAC, SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairingNoNo
Battery
Wireless charging-No
Features
Active noise cancellingNo-
ANC type-none
Transparency mode-No
Companion app-No
Custom EQ-No
Wear detection-No
Design
Weight18 g7 g
USB-C-No
Model code-TRN MT4

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

TRN Earphone 4

The TRN MT4 is a hybrid in-ear monitor that pairs two Knowles balanced armatures with two dynamic drivers, delivering a clean, spacious, and highly detailed sound signature. It prioritizes technical performance—such as strong detail retrieval—over a warm or bass-heavy tuning, making it a solid choice for analytical listening. With a comfortable fit and lightweight build, it offers good value around its price point, though it lacks wireless features and app support.

  • Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and clarity
  • Pro:Spacious, clean soundstage
  • Pro:Comfortable and lightweight fit
  • Con:Not ideal for bass-heavy or warm sound preferences
  • Con:No Bluetooth or app support
  • Con:Limited control options

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

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