Moondrop QUARK2 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.

Moondrop QUARK2
Tangzu Waner S.G

HearWiki score

Sound

6.8

8.0

Calls

4.5

Value

8.0

9.5

Price (USD)

$20

$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

The Moondrop QUARK2 is 2 years newer, but it is 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.

QUARK220242 yr newer
Waner S.G2022

Specifications

QUARK2Waner S.G

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $20; $19
HearWiki score: 73; 82
Released: 2024; 2022
Availability: Still sold new; Still sold new
Driver: 7.8 mm dynamic; 10 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 7.8 mm; 10 mm
Drivers per side: 1; -
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz; -
Impedance: 16 Ω; 20 Ω
Active noise cancelling: No; -
Controls: buttons; -
Weight: -; 4 g
USB-C: Yes; -
Connector: USB-C; -
Microphones: 1; -

Specification comparison of Moondrop QUARK2 vs Tangzu Waner S.G
Spec	Moondrop QUARK2	Tangzu Waner S.G
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$20	$19
HearWiki score	73 / 100 Great	82 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2024	2022
Audio
Driver	7.8 mm dynamic	10 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	7.8 mm	10 mm
Drivers per side	1	-
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	-
Impedance	16 Ω	20 Ω
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	-
Controls	buttons	-
Design
Weight	-	4 g
USB-C	Yes	-
Connector	USB-C	-
Calls
Microphones	1	-

What reviewers said

Moondrop QUARK2

The Moondrop QUARK2 is a budget-friendly wired USB-C earphone built around a compact 7.8mm dynamic driver, offering a straightforward plug-and-play experience with an inline microphone and buttons for control. It delivers a well-balanced sound profile for its price, making it a practical choice for casual listening on devices with USB-C ports. Its lightweight design and integrated DSP help maximize performance without needing extra gear.

Pro:Compact and lightweight design
Pro:Good sound quality for the low price
Pro:Simple plug-and-play USB-C connectivity

Con:No active noise cancellation
Con:Limited to wired USB-C use
Con:Basic build and features

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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