Wired IEMs
CrinEar Daybreak
84Outstanding
$170
Full review dataCrinEar Daybreak vs Hidizs MS4: 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.
Wired IEMs
Hidizs MS4
52Average
$230
Full review dataScore 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 MS4
HearWiki score
84
52
Sound
8.8
6.5
Value
9.2
4.8
Price (USD)
$170
$230
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 CrinEar Daybreak is 3 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 3 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.
- Daybreak20253 yr newer
- MS42022
Specifications
DaybreakMS4
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $170
- $230
- HearWiki score
- 84
- 52
- Released
- 2025
- 2022
- Availability
- Sold new
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 1DD + 2BA tribrid
- 1DD + 3BA hybrid
- Driver type
- tribrid
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 1DD + 2BA
- 1DD + 3BA
- Driver size
- -
- 10.2 mm
- Drivers per side
- 3
- 4
- Frequency response
- -
- 15 Hz - 40 kHz
- Impedance
- 20 Ω
- 12 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 105 dB/mW
- 112 dB/mW
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- Weight
- -
- 18 g
- Detachable cable
- -
- Yes
- Connector
- -
- 3.5 mm
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 MS4
The Hidizs MS4 is a wired hybrid in-ear monitor that pairs a 10.2mm dynamic driver with three balanced armatures for a spacious, detailed sound. Its build quality and accessory bundle are highlights, though the tuning leans relaxed and the low end can be less defined than some might prefer. It offers good value for its price point, but the larger shells may not suit all ears.
- Pro:Strong build quality and premium materials
- Pro:Rich accessory package included
- Pro:Spacious and engaging soundstage with good detail
- Con:Bass can feel slightly slow or muddy
- Con:Overall tuning may be too relaxed for some listeners
- Con:Large shells may be uncomfortable for smaller 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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