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EPZ X TIPSY STAR ONE vs Hidizs MS2 PRO: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Hidizs MS2 PRO comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 79. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Hidizs MS2 PRO - Great overall at around $87.

Score breakdown

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

Hidizs MS2 PRO leads on 3 of 4 measures.

  • EPZ X TIPSY STAR ONE
  • Hidizs MS2 PRO
HearWiki score
67
79
Sound
7.2
8.0
Value
6.9
9.0
Price (USD)
$70
$87

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

Hidizs MS2 PRO (2025) against EPZ X TIPSY STAR ONE (2024). These are 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.

  • X TIPSY STAR ONE2024
  • MS2 PRO20251 yr newer

Specifications

X TIPSY STAR ONEMS2 PRO
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$70
$87
HearWiki score
67
79
Released
2024
2025
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
1DD
1DD + 1BA hybrid
Driver type
dynamic
hybrid
Driver configuration
1DD
1DD + 1BA
Driver size
10 mm
10.2 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
64 Ω
17 Ω
Sensitivity
-
111 dB/mW
Active noise cancelling
-
No
Controls
-
buttons
Weight
-
10 g
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
-
No
Connector
2-pin 0.78 mm
4.4 mm balanced

What reviewers said

EPZ X TIPSY STAR ONE

This wired in-ear monitor, a collaboration between EPZ and Tipsy, features a custom 10 mm dual-cavity dynamic driver with an LCP+PU diaphragm. It's tuned for live streaming, stage monitoring, and critical listening, offering a detailed and engaging sound signature. With a detachable 2-pin cable and a 64-ohm impedance, it's a solid choice for those seeking a reliable, performance-focused IEM around $70.

  • Pro:Clear and detailed sound for monitoring and critical listening
  • Pro:Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin cable allows for easy upgrades
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for extended sessions
  • Con:Requires a decent source due to 64-ohm impedance
  • Con:No noise cancellation, so not ideal for noisy environments
  • Con:Single dynamic driver may lack the extreme treble extension of multi-driver setups

Hidizs MS2 PRO

The Hidizs MS2 PRO is a budget-friendly hybrid IEM pairing a 10.2mm dynamic driver with a custom balanced armature for a bass-forward yet technically capable sound. It offers adjustable tuning via included nozzle filters, letting you tweak the response to taste, while its comfortable, well-built shell and detachable cable add everyday practicality. Though engaging and versatile for the price, it has a slightly recessed midrange and can sound bright or sharp in the upper frequencies on certain tracks.

  • Pro:Engaging, bass-forward sound with good impact
  • Pro:Adjustable tuning filters for sound customization
  • Pro:Strong imaging and technical performance for the price
  • Con:Midrange can feel slightly recessed or thin
  • Con:Upper mids and treble may occasionally come across as piercing
  • Con:No wireless or multipoint features, purely wired 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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