Beats Tour (1st generation) vs Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red - Outstanding overall at around $65.

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red leads on 3 of 4 measures.

Beats Tour (1st generation)
Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red

HearWiki score

Sound

4.7

8.1

Value

8.8

Price (USD)

$46

$65

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

The Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red is 12 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price. For 12 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

Tour (1st generation)2011
x Crinacle Zero Red202312 yr newer

Specifications

Tour (1st generation)x Crinacle Zero Red

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $46; $65
HearWiki score: 30; 82
Released: 2011; 2023
Availability: Discontinued; Still sold new
Driver: dynamic; 2DD
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver configuration: -; 2DD
Drivers per side: -; 2
Impedance: -; 17.5 Ω
Active noise cancelling: No; -
Weight: 20 g; -

Specification comparison of Beats Tour (1st generation) vs Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red
Spec	Beats Tour (1st generation)	Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$46	$65
HearWiki score	30 / 100 Weak	82 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2011	2023
Audio
Driver	dynamic	2DD
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver configuration	-	2DD
Drivers per side	-	2
Impedance	-	17.5 Ω
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	-
Design
Weight	20 g	-

What reviewers said

Beats Tour (1st generation)

The Beats Tour (1st gen) are lightweight, wired in-ear headphones that prioritize portability and the brand's recognizable style. They deliver a lively, dynamic sound with a bass-forward character that is supported by a snug fit rather than active noise cancellation. While they excel in audio clarity and comfort for their size, their sound isolation is limited, allowing outside noise to interfere with the listening experience.

Pro:Compact and lightweight design
Pro:Lively, detailed sound with strong bass
Pro:Comfortable snug fit

Con:Lacks active noise cancellation
Con:Weak sound isolation
Con:Outside noise can detract from bass response

Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red

This wired in-ear monitor pairs a 10 mm and a 7.8 mm dynamic driver in a dual-driver setup, tuned for a warm, natural sound signature. It’s designed to be comfortable for extended listening, making it a solid pick for those who prefer a relaxed, non-fatiguing presentation. With no ANC, it relies on passive isolation from its fit.

Pro:Warm, natural tuning for long sessions
Pro:Dual dynamic drivers for rich bass and detail
Pro:Comfortable fit for extended wear

Con:No active noise cancellation
Con:Requires a source with enough power (17.5 ohm impedance)
Con:Bulky shell may not suit small ears

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

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