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KZ ZVX Pro vs Sivga SM100: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Sivga SM100 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Sivga SM100 - Great overall at around $35.

Score breakdown

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

KZ ZVX Pro
Sound7.0
Value8.0
Sivga SM100
Sound8.0
Value8.5

Specifications

Specification comparison of KZ ZVX Pro vs Sivga SM100
SpecKZ ZVX ProSivga SM100
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$19$35
HearWiki score68 / 100 · Good78 / 100 · Great
Released20242026
Audio
DriverInner Magnetic Dynamic Driversingle dynamic driver, dual-chamber PU + sapphire-like ceramic composite diaphragm
Driver size10 mm10 mm
Drivers per side11
Frequency response20Hz-40kHz20Hz-40kHz
Impedance18 Ω27 Ω
Sensitivity105 dB/mW107 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth-none
Multipoint pairingNoNo
Features
Active noise cancellingNo-
Controlsnone-
Design
Weight-7 g
Water resistance-none
Detachable cableYesYes
USB-CNoNo
Calls
Microphones-1

What reviewers said

KZ ZVX Pro

The KZ ZVX Pro is a budget-friendly wired IEM built with a sturdy all-metal shell and a detachable cable for easy upgrades. It delivers punchy, textured bass with solid extension, along with good imaging and soundstage for its price, though its tuning leans slightly away from neutral and has a notable peak around 8 kHz. Passive isolation is just average, making it less ideal for noisy environments.

  • Pro:Punchy, textured bass with strong extension
  • Pro:Good imaging and soundstage for the price
  • Pro:Durable all-metal construction
  • Con:Minor 8 kHz peak can add brightness
  • Con:Tuning is not perfectly neutral
  • Con:Passive isolation is only average

Sivga SM100

The Sivga SM100 is a budget-friendly single-dynamic-driver IEM that punches above its price class with an open, cohesive sound signature. It delivers impressive detail retrieval and well-controlled bass for the cost, though it does compromise on sub-bass depth and top-end airiness. Overall, it's a solid pick for listeners who value clarity and balance over extreme extension.

  • Pro:Excellent clarity and detail for the price
  • Pro:Balanced, cohesive tuning with controlled bass
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable with detachable cable
  • Con:Sub-bass extension is limited
  • Con:Treble rolls off noticeably in the upper frequencies
  • Con:No wireless or multipoint connectivity options

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

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