HZSOUND Heart Mirror Pro vs Meze Audio Alba: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Meze Audio Alba comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 80. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Meze Audio Alba - Great overall at around $159.

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

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

Meze Audio Alba leads on 3 of 4 measures.

HZSOUND Heart Mirror Pro
Meze Audio Alba

HearWiki score

Sound

7.0

8.2

Value

6.1

7.8

Price (USD)

$80

$160

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 Meze Audio Alba 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.

Heart Mirror Pro2022
Audio Alba20242 yr newer

Specifications

Heart Mirror ProAudio Alba

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $80; $160
HearWiki score: 65; 80
Released: 2022; 2024
Availability: Discontinued; Still sold new
Driver: -; 10.8 mm dynamic
Driver type: -; dynamic
Driver size: -; 10.8 mm
Drivers per side: -; 1
Frequency response: -; 15 Hz - 25 kHz
Sound signature: -; warm
Impedance: -; 32 Ω
Sensitivity: -; 109 dB/mW
Active noise cancelling: -; No
Weight: -; 14 g
Detachable cable: -; Yes
USB-C: -; Yes
Connector: -; 2-pin 0.78 mm

Specification comparison of HZSOUND Heart Mirror Pro vs Meze Audio Alba
Spec	HZSOUND Heart Mirror Pro	Meze Audio Alba
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$80	$160
HearWiki score	65 / 100 Good	80 / 100 Great
Released	2022	2024
Audio
Driver	-	10.8 mm dynamic
Driver type	-	dynamic
Driver size	-	10.8 mm
Drivers per side	-	1
Frequency response	-	15 Hz - 25 kHz
Sound signature	-	warm
Impedance	-	32 Ω
Sensitivity	-	109 dB/mW
Features
Active noise cancelling	-	No
Design
Weight	-	14 g
Detachable cable	-	Yes
USB-C	-	Yes
Connector	-	2-pin 0.78 mm

What reviewers said

HZSOUND Heart Mirror Pro

This wired IEM features a single 10 mm carbon nanotube dynamic driver and a detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin cable, housed in a compact shell. It delivers a warm, bass-forward sound signature, making it a more consumer-friendly tuning than its predecessor, ideal for casual listening across genres.

Pro:Warm, engaging bass response
Pro:Detachable standard 2-pin cable
Pro:Compact and comfortable fit

Con:No noise cancellation
Con:Bass may overpower detail for some
Con:Limited accessory bundle

Meze Audio Alba

The Meze Audio Alba is a lightweight, wired IEM that delivers a well-rounded, mildly V-shaped sound with impressive bass and clear separation for its price. It's easy to drive thanks to its high sensitivity, and the included USB-C adapter adds practical convenience, making it a strong value pick for everyday listening. Build quality is solid and the fit is comfortable, though a few minor quirks like the cable and stock tips keep it from being flawless.

Pro:Engaging, well-tuned sound with good bass
Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for long sessions
Pro:Easy to drive without a separate amplifier

Con:Cable and stock ear tips could be improved
Con:Treble may be slightly forward for some
Con:No built-in microphone

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

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