Meze 109 PRO PRIMAL vs Verum 2: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Verum 2 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Verum 2 - Outstanding overall at around $499.

Over-Ear

Score breakdown

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

Verum 2 leads on 4 of 4 measures.

Meze 109 PRO PRIMAL
Verum 2

HearWiki score

Sound

8.5

8.9

Value

5.8

9.0

Price (USD)

$800

$500

Specifications

109 PRO PRIMAL2

Type: Over-Ear; Over-Ear
Price (USD): $800; $500
HearWiki score: 79; 85
Released: 2022; 2025
Availability: Still sold new; Sold new
Driver: 50 mm dynamic; 105 mm planar magnetic
Driver type: dynamic; planar
Driver size: 50 mm; 105 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 1
Frequency response: 5 Hz - 30 kHz; -
Impedance: 40 Ω; 8 Ω
Sensitivity: 112 dB/mW; 96 dB/mW
Active noise cancelling: -; No
ANC type: -; none
Transparency mode: -; No
Companion app: -; No
Custom EQ: -; No
Wear detection: -; No
Voice assistant: -; No
Weight: 375 g; 450 g
Detachable cable: -; Yes
USB-C: -; No
Pad material: -; fabric
Connector: 3.5 mm; 3.5 mm
Balanced connection: -; Yes
Call noise reduction: -; No

Specification comparison of Meze 109 PRO PRIMAL vs Verum 2
Spec	Meze 109 PRO PRIMAL	Verum 2
Type	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Price (USD)	$800	$500
HearWiki score	79 / 100 Great	85 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2022	2025
Audio
Driver	50 mm dynamic	105 mm planar magnetic
Driver type	dynamic	planar
Driver size	50 mm	105 mm
Drivers per side	1	1
Frequency response	5 Hz - 30 kHz	-
Impedance	40 Ω	8 Ω
Sensitivity	112 dB/mW	96 dB/mW
Features
Active noise cancelling	-	No
ANC type	-	none
Transparency mode	-	No
Companion app	-	No
Custom EQ	-	No
Wear detection	-	No
Voice assistant	-	No
Design
Weight	375 g	450 g
Detachable cable	-	Yes
USB-C	-	No
Pad material	-	fabric
Connector	3.5 mm	3.5 mm
Balanced connection	-	Yes
Calls
Call noise reduction	-	No

What reviewers said

Meze 109 PRO PRIMAL

The Meze 109 PRO PRIMAL is a wired, open-back-style over-ear headphone that pairs a 50 mm dynamic driver with a lightweight 375 g frame for a comfortable fit. It delivers a wide, immersive soundstage and is easy to drive thanks to its 40-ohm impedance and high 112 dB sensitivity, making it a versatile choice for home listening. With a strong build and engaging tuning, it offers a polished high-end experience that balances musicality with detail.

Pro:Easy to drive with most sources
Pro:Open, expansive soundstage
Pro:Lightweight and comfortable design

Con:Requires a wired connection only
Con:May not suit those seeking a neutral reference sound
Con:Pricey for casual listeners

Verum 2

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