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CrinEar Daybreak vs Hidizs MP145 Limited Golden Titanium Edition: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the CrinEar Daybreak comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: CrinEar Daybreak - Outstanding overall at around $170.

Score breakdown

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

CrinEar Daybreak leads on 4 of 4 measures.

  • CrinEar Daybreak
  • Hidizs MP145 Limited Golden Titanium Edition
HearWiki score
84
77
Sound
8.8
8.1
Value
9.2
4.8
Price (USD)
$170
$340

Specifications

DaybreakMP145 Limited Golden Titanium Edition
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$170
$340
HearWiki score
84
77
Released
2025
2024
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
1DD + 2BA tribrid
14.5 mm planar magnetic
Driver type
tribrid
planar
Driver configuration
1DD + 2BA
-
Driver size
-
14.5 mm
Drivers per side
3
1
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
20 Ω
30 Ω
Sensitivity
105 dB/mW
104 dB/mW
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Controls
-
none
Weight
-
9.5 g
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
-
No
Connector
-
4.4 mm balanced

What reviewers said

CrinEar Daybreak

The CrinEar Daybreak is a wired tribrid IEM that delivers a well-balanced, reference-style sound with a focus on accurate reproduction and natural mids. It performs admirably across various genres, though its stock cable and occasionally shouty upper mids may not suit everyone.

  • Pro:Balanced, neutral-leaning tuning
  • Pro:Natural and lifelike midrange
  • Pro:Strong bass texture with sub-bass emphasis
  • Con:Stock cable feels cheap
  • Con:Can sound shouty on certain tracks
  • Con:Not the most exciting or dynamic presentation

Hidizs MP145 Limited Golden Titanium Edition

The Hidizs MP145 Limited Golden Titanium Edition is a premium planar magnetic IEM with a 14.5 mm driver, offering a refined acoustic signature compared to the standard model. It delivers richer, more open sound with improved bass texture, clearer mids, and smoother treble, while remaining easy to drive due to its high sensitivity and moderate impedance. The lightweight build and detachable 4.4 mm balanced cable enhance its versatility for critical listening.

  • Pro:Refined, richer sound with improved clarity
  • Pro:Easy to drive with any source
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable design
  • Con:Limited availability as a special edition
  • Con:No inline controls or microphone
  • Con:Requires a balanced source for best performance

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

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