Wired IEMs
CrinEar Daybreak
84Outstanding
$170
Full review dataCrinEar Daybreak vs Kiwi Ears Quartet: 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
Kiwi Ears Quartet
67Good
$110
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
CrinEar Daybreak leads on 3 of 4 measures.
- CrinEar Daybreak
- Kiwi Ears Quartet
HearWiki score
84
67
Sound
8.8
6.9
Value
9.2
7.4
Price (USD)
$170
$110
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 2 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.
- Daybreak20252 yr newer
- Quartet2023
Specifications
DaybreakQuartet
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $170
- $110
- HearWiki score
- 84
- 67
- Released
- 2025
- 2023
- Availability
- Sold new
- Still sold new
- Driver
- 1DD + 2BA tribrid
- 2DD + 2BA hybrid
- Driver type
- tribrid
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 1DD + 2BA
- 2DD + 2BA
- Driver size
- -
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 3
- 4
- Impedance
- 20 Ω
- 32 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 105 dB/mW
- 110 dB/mW
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- -
- Weight
- -
- 4 g
- Connector
- -
- 2-pin 0.78 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
Kiwi Ears Quartet
The Kiwi Ears Quartet is a wired hybrid IEM that pairs dual dynamic drivers with dual balanced armatures for a lively, well-balanced sound at a budget-friendly price. Its build and included cable are competitive for the class, and the tuning offers a distinct character that suits listeners seeking an engaging yet configurable presentation. While not universally ideal for all tastes, it delivers strong value for those wanting solid technical performance without a high outlay. Its lightweight 4-gram design and standard 0.78mm 2-pin connector add to its practical appeal.
- Pro:Engaging, balanced hybrid tuning with good detail retrieval
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable build at just 4 grams
- Pro:Standard 0.78mm 2-pin connector allows easy cable swapping
- Con:Tuning may not suit listeners preferring a neutral or dark signature
- Con:No active noise cancellation, so isolation relies on fit and tips
- Con:Stock cable, while decent, may not satisfy those seeking premium accessories
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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