DUNU Vulkan vs SIMGOT SUPERMIX 5: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the SIMGOT SUPERMIX 5 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: SIMGOT SUPERMIX 5 - Great overall at around $220.

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

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

SIMGOT SUPERMIX 5 leads on 4 of 4 measures.

DUNU Vulkan
SIMGOT SUPERMIX 5

HearWiki score

Sound

7.2

8.5

Value

7.0

7.5

Price (USD)

$380

$220

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 SIMGOT SUPERMIX 5 is 4 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 4 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

Vulkan2022
SUPERMIX 520264 yr newer

Specifications

VulkanSUPERMIX 5

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $380; $220
HearWiki score: 66; 82
Released: 2022; 2026
Availability: Discontinued; Sold new
Driver: 2DD + 4BA hybrid; 1DD + 2BA hybrid
Driver type: hybrid; hybrid
Driver configuration: 2DD + 4BA; 1DD + 2BA
Driver size: 8 mm; -
Drivers per side: 6; 3
Impedance: 15 Ω; 19 Ω
Active noise cancelling: No; -
Weight: 17 g; -
Detachable cable: -; Yes
Connector: -; 2-pin 0.78 mm

Specification comparison of DUNU Vulkan vs SIMGOT SUPERMIX 5
Spec	DUNU Vulkan	SIMGOT SUPERMIX 5
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$380	$220
HearWiki score	66 / 100 Good	82 / 100 Great
Released	2022	2026
Audio
Driver	2DD + 4BA hybrid	1DD + 2BA hybrid
Driver type	hybrid	hybrid
Driver configuration	2DD + 4BA	1DD + 2BA
Driver size	8 mm	-
Drivers per side	6	3
Impedance	15 Ω	19 Ω
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	-
Design
Weight	17 g	-
Detachable cable	-	Yes
Connector	-	2-pin 0.78 mm

What reviewers said

DUNU Vulkan

The DUNU Vulkan is a hybrid wired IEM with a warm-neutral sound signature, offering a smooth and enjoyable listen rather than a technically dominant one. It features solid build quality, generous accessories, and a spacious soundstage, though its bass is slightly softened and treble can occasionally feel harsh. Overall, it presents good value for its price tier, but it does not stand out as a leader in resolution or absolute tonal accuracy.

Pro:Warm-neutral tuning that is easy to like
Pro:Impressive accessory package and build quality
Pro:Good soundstage and imaging for the price

Con:Bass lacks some punch and definition
Con:Treble can be slightly harsh at times
Con:Timbre may not suit acoustic music perfectly

SIMGOT SUPERMIX 5

The SIMGOT SUPERMIX 5 is a wired hybrid IEM that pairs a dynamic driver with dual balanced armatures to deliver a tactile, mildly warm sound. It offers well-controlled physical bass, clear vocals, and smooth, non-fatiguing treble, making it a polished and engaging listen. While its technical performance is strong for the price, the midrange could use a bit more richness, and the bone-conduction driver can occasionally be distracting during movement.

Pro:Physical, well-controlled bass
Pro:Smooth, non-fatiguing treble
Pro:Clear vocal reproduction

Con:Midrange lacks some depth
Con:Bone-conduction driver can be distracting
Con:Not ideally suited for active use

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

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