Wired IEMs
1MORE H1023
84Great
$88
Full review data1MORE H1023 vs TRUTHEAR NOVA: 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.
Wired IEMs
TRUTHEAR NOVA
76Great
$170
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
1MORE H1023
Sound8.5
Value8.5
TRUTHEAR NOVA
Sound7.8
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | 1MORE H1023 | TRUTHEAR NOVA |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $88 | $170 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 76 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2024 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 2 balanced armatures + 1 dynamic driver | 1DD + 4BA |
| Driver size | - | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | - | 5 |
| Frequency response | - | 8Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 14.8 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 123 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 18 g | 5.6 g |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
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
TRUTHEAR NOVA
The TRUTHEAR NOVA is a five-driver hybrid IEM that delivers a well-balanced, detailed sound with strong imaging and a smooth yet lively treble, making it a solid value in the mid-priced range. Its sub-bass is enjoyable and separation is impressive, but the lower mids can feel thin, and the stock cable is a weak point. The shell is also on the larger side, which may affect comfort for some listeners.
- Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and separation
- Pro:Well-balanced tuning with smooth treble
- Pro:Good sub-bass presence and imaging
- Con:Thin lower mids and occasional upper-mid glare
- Con:Stock cable is underwhelming
- Con:Large shell may cause fit issues
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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