
7Hz x Crinacle Zero: 2 vs Sivga SM100: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the 7Hz x Crinacle Zero: 2 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 83. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Score breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
7Hz x Crinacle Zero: 2 leads on 4 of 4 measures.
- 7Hz x Crinacle Zero: 2
- Sivga SM100
Specifications
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $25
- $39
- HearWiki score
- 83
- 63
- Released
- 2023
- 2026
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 1DD
- 10 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver configuration
- 1DD
- -
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- -
- 20 Hz - 40 kHz
- Impedance
- 32 Ω
- 27 Ω
- Sensitivity
- -
- 107 dB/mW
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- -
- Weight
- -
- 7 g
- Water resistance
- -
- none
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- USB-C
- -
- No
- Connector
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
- Microphones
- -
- 1
What reviewers said
7Hz x Crinacle Zero: 2
The 7Hz x Crinacle Zero: 2 is a budget-friendly wired IEM that delivers a warm, fun sound signature with excellent tuning for its price. It's a highly recommended value pick that balances musicality with solid everyday performance, making it a worthy successor in the affordable audio space.
- Pro:Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Pro:Warm, enjoyable tuning
- Pro:Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin cable
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Not a technical showcase
- Con:Limited to wired use
Sivga SM100
The Sivga SM100 is a budget-friendly wired IEM that punches above its price with an open, cohesive sound and impressive detail retrieval. Its controlled bass and clear mids make for a well-rounded listen, though it doesn't dig exceptionally deep in the sub-bass and the treble rolls off at the top. With a lightweight build and a detachable 2-pin cable, it's a solid option for those seeking a neutral-ish, comfortable fit under $40.
- Pro:Excellent value for the price
- Pro:Open, cohesive sound with good detail
- Pro:Controlled bass and clear mids
- Con:Limited sub-bass extension
- Con:Treble rolls off at the top
- Con:No water resistance or USB-C option
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