FiiO F3 vs Tangzu Waner S.G: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the FiiO F3 vs Tangzu Waner S.G, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Wired IEMs

FiiO F3

Not yet scored

$25

Full review data

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

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

Tangzu Waner S.G leads on 5 of 5 measures.

FiiO F3
Tangzu Waner S.G

HearWiki score

Sound

8.0

Calls

4.5

Value

9.5

Price (USD)

$25

$19

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 Tangzu Waner S.G 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.

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Waner S.G20224 yr newer

Specifications

F3Waner S.G

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $25; $19
HearWiki score: Not scored; 82
Released: 2018; 2022
Availability: Discontinued; Still sold new
Driver: 11 mm dynamic; 10 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 11 mm; 10 mm
Drivers per side: 1; -
Frequency response: 15 Hz - 20 kHz; -
Impedance: 40 Ω; 20 Ω
Sensitivity: 98 dB/mW; -
Active noise cancelling: No; -
ANC type: none; -
Transparency mode: No; -
Companion app: No; -
Custom EQ: No; -
Wear detection: No; -
Controls: buttons; -
Weight: 19.6 g; 4 g
USB-C: No; -
Microphones: 1; -

Specification comparison of FiiO F3 vs Tangzu Waner S.G
Spec	FiiO F3	Tangzu Waner S.G
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$25	$19
HearWiki score	Not scored	82 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2018	2022
Audio
Driver	11 mm dynamic	10 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	11 mm	10 mm
Drivers per side	1	-
Frequency response	15 Hz - 20 kHz	-
Impedance	40 Ω	20 Ω
Sensitivity	98 dB/mW	-
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	-
ANC type	none	-
Transparency mode	No	-
Companion app	No	-
Custom EQ	No	-
Wear detection	No	-
Controls	buttons	-
Design
Weight	19.6 g	4 g
USB-C	No	-
Calls
Microphones	1	-

What reviewers said

FiiO F3

The FiiO F3 is an affordable wired in-ear monitor built around an 11mm dynamic driver, delivering a subtle bass boost with clean midrange response. It comes with swappable faceplates, a three-button inline remote with a single mic, and a travel pouch for portability.

Pro:Slight bass emphasis for engaging sound
Pro:Clear and natural midrange
Pro:Interchangeable faceplates for customization

Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
Con:No app support or custom EQ
Con:Lacks USB-C connectivity (wired only)

Tangzu Waner S.G

The Tangzu Waner S.G is a budget-friendly wired IEM with a compact, lightweight build and a 10mm dynamic driver. Its tuning leans warm and smooth, offering a relaxed, music-first sound that punches well above its price point for everyday listening.

Pro:Warm, easygoing sound signature
Pro:Very lightweight and compact
Pro:Detachable 0.78mm two-pin cable

Con:No active noise cancellation
Con:Lacks water resistance
Con:Not for those seeking technical detail

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