KZ Krila 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 4 of 5 measures.

KZ Krila
Tangzu Waner S.G

HearWiki score

Sound

6.8

8.0

Calls

4.5

Value

8.7

9.5

Price (USD)

$17

$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

KZ Krila (2023) against Tangzu Waner S.G (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.

Krila20231 yr newer
Waner S.G2022

Specifications

KrilaWaner S.G

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $17; $19
HearWiki score: 72; 82
Released: 2023; 2022
Availability: Still sold new; Still sold new
Driver: 1DD + 1BA hybrid; 10 mm dynamic
Driver type: hybrid; dynamic
Driver configuration: 1DD + 1BA; -
Driver size: 10 mm; 10 mm
Drivers per side: 2; -
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 40 kHz; -
Impedance: 28 Ω; 20 Ω
Sensitivity: 106 dB/mW; -
Active noise cancelling: No; -
Weight: -; 4 g
USB-C: No; -
Connector: 3.5 mm; -

Specification comparison of KZ Krila vs Tangzu Waner S.G
Spec	KZ Krila	Tangzu Waner S.G
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$17	$19
HearWiki score	72 / 100 Great	82 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2023	2022
Audio
Driver	1DD + 1BA hybrid	10 mm dynamic
Driver type	hybrid	dynamic
Driver configuration	1DD + 1BA	-
Driver size	10 mm	10 mm
Drivers per side	2	-
Frequency response	20 Hz - 40 kHz	-
Impedance	28 Ω	20 Ω
Sensitivity	106 dB/mW	-
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	-
Design
Weight	-	4 g
USB-C	No	-
Connector	3.5 mm	-

What reviewers said

KZ Krila

The KZ Krila is a budget hybrid IEM pairing a 10mm dynamic driver with a balanced armature, delivering impressive technical performance and a well-balanced sound signature that punches above its price class. Its solid build and comfortable fit make it a strong contender for budget audiophiles, though a touch of treble brightness and limited tuning switch impact are minor caveats.

Pro:Exceptional value for the price
Pro:Excellent build quality
Pro:Well-balanced sound with strong technicalities

Con:Slight treble harshness
Con:Tuning switches have modest effect

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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