Wired IEMs
1MORE H1037
82Great
$59
Full review data1MORE H1037 vs KZ ZA12: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the 1MORE H1037 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: 1MORE H1037 - Great overall at around $59.
Wired IEMs
KZ ZA12
68Good
$65
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
1MORE H1037
Sound8.5
Value9.0
KZ ZA12
Sound7.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | 1MORE H1037 | KZ ZA12 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $59 | $65 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2024 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 2 balanced armatures + 1 dynamic driver | 2 dynamic drivers + 4 balanced armature drivers |
| Driver size | - | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | - | 6 |
| Frequency response | - | 20Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 45 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 103 dB/mW |
| Features | ||
| Controls | - | both |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 18 g | - |
| USB-C | - | No |
| Model code | Quad Driver In-Ear Headphones P40 | - |
What reviewers said
1MORE H1037
This wired in-ear model combines a dynamic driver with two balanced armatures to produce a warm, detailed sound with robust bass and natural mids. Its sturdy construction and comfortable fit make it suitable for daily use, though its soundstage is somewhat limited. At around sixty dollars, it offers impressive performance for critical listening and includes a generous accessory package.
- Pro:Warm, detailed audio with strong bass
- Pro:Sturdy build quality
- Pro:Comfortable and stable fit
- Con:Limited soundstage
- Con:No noise cancellation
- Con:Wired only, requires device with headphone jack or dongle
KZ ZA12
The KZ ZA12 is a wired hybrid IEM that leans toward a neutral, analytical sound signature, offering clear mids and detailed treble with solid technical performance for its price. Its tuning is flexible, but the bass may feel light for some, and the bright top end can occasionally sound harsh. Build and fit are decent, though the design has a few practical quirks.
- Pro:Neutral, analytical tuning with clear mids and crisp treble
- Pro:Strong detail retrieval and technical ability for the price
- Pro:Tunable sound via included nozzles
- Con:Bass quantity is limited and may not satisfy bass lovers
- Con:Treble can be peaky or sibilant on some tracks
- Con:Sensitive to source pairing
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