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Bose SoundTrue In-Ear Headphones vs Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Bose SoundTrue In-Ear Headphones vs Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

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

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

  • Bose SoundTrue In-Ear Headphones
  • Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red
HearWiki score
-
82
Sound
-
8.1
Value
-
8.8
Price (USD)
$70
$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 10 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 10 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • SoundTrue In-Ear Headphones2013
  • x Crinacle Zero Red202310 yr newer

Specifications

SoundTrue In-Ear Headphonesx Crinacle Zero Red
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$70
$65
HearWiki score
Not scored
82
Released
2013
2023
Availability
Discontinued
Still sold new
Driver
dynamic
2DD
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver configuration
-
2DD
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Impedance
-
17.5 Ω
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Controls
buttons
-
Weight
18.5 g
-
Detachable cable
No
-
USB-C
No
-
Microphones
1
-

What reviewers said

Bose SoundTrue In-Ear Headphones

These wired in-ear earphones from Bose prioritize a secure, comfortable fit with their StayHear tips, making them a solid choice for daily listening on Apple devices. They include a basic in-line remote and microphone for calls or media control, plus a carry case for protection on the go. With a single dynamic driver, they deliver a straightforward, no-frills audio experience without active noise cancellation.

  • Pro:Secure and comfortable StayHear tips
  • Pro:Simple wired connection with in-line controls
  • Pro:Lightweight design at just 18.5 grams
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Non-detachable cable
  • Con:Limited to a single dynamic driver

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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