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Hidizs MS2 PRO vs Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red: 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.

Neither pulls ahead overall - they trade wins across the measures.

  • Hidizs MS2 PRO
  • Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red
HearWiki score
79
78
Sound
8.0
8.1
Value
9.0
8.8
Price (USD)
$87
$65

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 Hidizs MS2 PRO 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.

  • MS2 PRO20252 yr newer
  • x Crinacle Zero Red2023

Specifications

MS2 PROx Crinacle Zero Red
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$87
$65
HearWiki score
79
78
Released
2025
2023
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
1DD + 1BA hybrid
2DD
Driver type
hybrid
dynamic
Driver configuration
1DD + 1BA
2DD
Driver size
10.2 mm
-
Drivers per side
2
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
-
Impedance
17 Ω
17.5 Ω
Sensitivity
111 dB/mW
-
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Controls
buttons
-
Weight
10 g
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
USB-C
No
-
Connector
4.4 mm balanced
-

What reviewers said

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

Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red

This wired in-ear monitor is a joint effort with a well-known audio tuner, featuring a pair of dynamic drivers (10mm and 7.8mm) to deliver a warm, easygoing sound. Its tuning focuses on comfort and naturalness, making it a solid pick for extended listening without fatigue. It lacks any noise-canceling features, relying purely on physical isolation from its fit.

  • Pro:Warm, non-fatiguing tuning for long sessions
  • Pro:Dual dynamic drivers add depth and texture
  • Pro:Balanced natural timbre across frequencies
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Requires a good seal for optimal bass
  • Con:May not suit fans of aggressive treble

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

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