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KZ EDA vs TRUTHEAR GATE: which should you buy?

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

Our pick: TRUTHEAR GATE - Outstanding overall at around $22.

Score breakdown

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

TRUTHEAR GATE leads on 4 of 4 measures.

  • KZ EDA
  • TRUTHEAR GATE
HearWiki score
59
82
Sound
5.8
7.5
Value
5.6
8.5
Price (USD)
$32
$22

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

TRUTHEAR GATE (2024) against KZ EDA (2023). These are 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.

  • EDA2023
  • GATE20241 yr newer

Specifications

EDAGATE
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$32
$22
HearWiki score
59
82
Released
2023
2024
Availability
Still sold new
Still sold new
Driver
10 mm dynamic
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
10 Hz - 45 kHz
Sound signature
u-shaped
-
Impedance
34 Ω
28 Ω
Sensitivity
112.5 dB/mW
122 dB/mW
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
-
122
Active noise cancelling
No
No
Controls
buttons
buttons
Weight
-
2.7 g
Water resistance
IPX4
-
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
-
No
Connector
3.5 mm
2-pin 0.78 mm
Microphones
-
1

What reviewers said

KZ EDA

The KZ EDA is an ultra-affordable wired IEM offered in three distinct tunings within a single package, letting listeners pick a balanced, bass-heavy, or alternative flavor to match their taste. It delivers impressive tonal balance and comfort for the price, making it a versatile budget pick, though its technical performance and distortion handling are modest rather than exceptional.

  • Pro:Excellent value for the price
  • Pro:Three distinct tunings in one package
  • Pro:Comfortable fit and good tonal balance
  • Con:Notable distortion at higher volumes
  • Con:Technical performance is limited
  • Con:Tuning differences may not suit all listeners

TRUTHEAR GATE

The Truthear GATE is a wired, ultra-budget in-ear monitor that delivers surprisingly mature tuning and solid detail for its low price. It offers a balanced sound with good sub-bass extension, though it has a few tonal quirks and ergonomic compromises. Overall, it's a strong value pick for budget-conscious listeners seeking a natural, no-frills listening experience.

  • Pro:Excellent tuning and clarity for the price
  • Pro:Good sub-bass extension and overall balance
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for most ears
  • Con:Slightly lean and thin lower-midrange
  • Con:Treble can be rough or lacking refinement
  • Con:Ergonomics could be better for some users

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

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