Wired IEMs
Hisenior Mega5EST
84Outstanding
$650
Full review dataHisenior Mega5EST vs Shanling ME800: which should you buy?
Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Hisenior Mega5EST vs Shanling ME800, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.
Score breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Hisenior Mega5EST leads on 4 of 4 measures.
- Hisenior Mega5EST
- Shanling ME800
HearWiki score
84
-
Sound
9.1
-
Value
8.3
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Price (USD)
$650
$780
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 Hisenior Mega5EST 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.
- Mega5EST20232 yr newer
- ME8002021
Specifications
Mega5ESTME800
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $650
- $780
- HearWiki score
- 84
- Not scored
- Released
- 2023
- 2021
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 1DD + 2BA + 2EST tribrid
- 6-driver hybrid
- Driver type
- tribrid
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 1DD + 2BA + 2EST
- -
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 6 mm
- Drivers per side
- 5
- 6
- Impedance
- 25 Ω
- 16 Ω
- Sensitivity
- -
- 112 dB/mW
- Active noise cancelling
- -
- No
- ANC type
- -
- none
- Transparency mode
- -
- No
- Companion app
- -
- No
- Custom EQ
- -
- No
- Wear detection
- -
- No
- Controls
- -
- none
- Weight
- 6 g
- -
- Water resistance
- -
- IPX0
- Detachable cable
- -
- Yes
- USB-C
- -
- No
- Connector
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
- MMCX
What reviewers said
Hisenior Mega5EST
The Hisenior Mega5EST is a premium wired tribrid IEM that pairs a dynamic driver, dual balanced armatures, and dual electrostatic drivers for a cohesive, engaging sound. Its tuning leans toward musical enjoyment rather than clinical analysis, wrapped in a lightweight, well-built shell with a generous accessory set. The overall presentation is balanced and easy to listen to, making it a versatile choice for those seeking high-end performance without fatigue.
- Pro:Engaging, pleasure-oriented tuning that remains balanced and cohesive
- Pro:Premium build quality with a lightweight, comfortable fit
- Pro:Includes a robust accessory set and quality cable
- Con:Shell color may not perfectly match the faceplates aesthetically
- Con:Tuning favors broad appeal over extreme technical precision
- Con:No active noise cancellation, limiting isolation to passive means
Shanling ME800
The Shanling ME800 is a wired in-ear monitor designed for audiophiles, featuring a six-driver hybrid configuration that combines multiple driver types for detailed sound reproduction. It has a detachable MMCX cable for easy replacement or upgrades, but lacks wireless connectivity, active noise cancellation, and any onboard controls or app support.
- Pro:Hybrid 6-driver setup offers rich, layered sound
- Pro:Detachable MMCX cable allows for custom aftermarket upgrades
- Pro:Low 16-ohm impedance makes it easy to drive with most sources
- Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
- Con:No onboard controls or app support for adjustments
- Con:No USB-C or wireless connectivity, limiting modern convenience
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