KZ EDX ULTRA vs Tangzu Waner S.G: which should you buy?

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

Our pick: Tangzu Waner S.G - Outstanding overall at around $19.

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

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

Tangzu Waner S.G leads on 5 of 5 measures.

KZ EDX ULTRA
Tangzu Waner S.G

HearWiki score

Sound

5.8

8.0

Calls

4.5

Value

5.7

9.5

Price (USD)

$22

$19

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

Both shipped in 2022. 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.

EDX ULTRA2022
Waner S.G2022

Specifications

EDX ULTRAWaner S.G

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $22; $19
HearWiki score: 57; 82
Released: 2022; 2022
Availability: Still sold new; Still sold new
Driver: 10 mm dynamic; 10 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 10 mm; 10 mm
Impedance: 26 Ω; 20 Ω
Active noise cancelling: No; -
Weight: -; 4 g
Detachable cable: Yes; -

Specification comparison of KZ EDX ULTRA vs Tangzu Waner S.G
Spec	KZ EDX ULTRA	Tangzu Waner S.G
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$22	$19
HearWiki score	57 / 100 Average	82 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2022	2022
Audio
Driver	10 mm dynamic	10 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	10 mm	10 mm
Impedance	26 Ω	20 Ω
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	-
Design
Weight	-	4 g
Detachable cable	Yes	-

What reviewers said

KZ EDX ULTRA

The KZ EDX Ultra is a budget-friendly wired IEM with a lively, bass-forward V-shaped sound and a comfortable, well-built design that belies its low price. It offers strong value for the money, though its uneven tuning and less refined treble and mids hold it back from competing with pricier options.

Pro:Excellent value for the price
Pro:Solid build quality and comfortable fit
Pro:Punchy, engaging bass response

Con:Recessed mids can feel distant
Con:Treble can be rough or fatiguing at times
Con:Limited resolution and soundstage

Tangzu Waner S.G

The Tangzu Waner S.G is a budget-friendly wired IEM with a compact, lightweight build and a 10mm dynamic driver. Its tuning leans warm and smooth, offering a relaxed, music-first sound that punches well above its price point for everyday listening.

Pro:Warm, easygoing sound signature
Pro:Very lightweight and compact
Pro:Detachable 0.78mm two-pin cable

Con:No active noise cancellation
Con:Lacks water resistance
Con:Not for those seeking technical detail

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

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