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GK KUNTEN vs Tanchjim ONE: which should you buy?

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

Our pick: GK KUNTEN - Great overall at around $13.

Score breakdown

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

GK KUNTEN leads on 4 of 4 measures.

  • GK KUNTEN
  • Tanchjim ONE
HearWiki score
82
71
Sound
7.5
7.0
Value
8.5
8.0
Price (USD)
$13
$25

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 GK KUNTEN 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.

  • KUNTEN20252 yr newer
  • ONE2023

Specifications

KUNTENONE
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$13
$25
HearWiki score
82
71
Released
2025
2023
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
10 mm dynamic
1DD
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver configuration
-
1DD
Driver size
10 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
-
1
Impedance
43 Ω
16 Ω
Sensitivity
109 dB/mW
-
Active noise cancelling
No
No
Detachable cable
Yes
-
Connector
2-pin 0.78 mm
2-pin 0.78 mm

What reviewers said

GK KUNTEN

The GK KUNTEN is a budget-friendly wired IEM that punches well above its price point, offering engaging and well-tuned sound with solid technical performance. It's a standout value for those seeking an affordable, all-round earphone, though it has a few minor tonal quirks.

  • Pro:Excellent value for the price
  • Pro:Engaging and well-balanced tuning
  • Pro:Strong technical performance for its class
  • Con:Treble can be bright on some tracks
  • Con:Upper mids may sound shouty at times
  • Con:No noise cancellation (wired only)

Tanchjim ONE

The Tanchjim ONE is a budget-friendly wired IEM that offers a well-balanced, easy-going sound signature with solid construction for its price. It excels in comfort and imaging, making it a reliable everyday choice, though it may not be the most detailed option for complex tracks or for listeners seeking extra treble sparkle.

  • Pro:Balanced and pleasant tuning
  • Pro:Solid build quality for the price
  • Pro:Comfortable fit and good imaging
  • Con:Limited refinement on busy tracks
  • Con:Not the most detailed or nuanced sound
  • Con:DSP version may sound unusual to some

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

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