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NICEHCK TEARS 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.

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.

  • NICEHCK TEARS
  • Tangzu Waner S.G
HearWiki score
79
82
Sound
7.5
8.0
Calls
-
4.5
Value
9.3
9.5
Price (USD)
$29
$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 NICEHCK TEARS is 3 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. For 3 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • TEARS20253 yr newer
  • Waner S.G2022

Specifications

TEARSWaner S.G
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$29
$19
HearWiki score
79
82
Released
2025
2022
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
dynamic
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
-
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
-
Impedance
20 Ω
20 Ω
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Weight
-
4 g
Connector
2-pin 0.78 mm
-

What reviewers said

NICEHCK TEARS

The NICEHCK TEARS is a budget-friendly wired IEM that delivers surprisingly mature sound for its price, featuring a single dynamic driver with controlled bass and clear treble. Its tuning leans mildly V-shaped, offering broad genre versatility and an open, well-separated soundstage that exceeds expectations at this level. While the build uses lightweight plastic and the accessory kit is modest, the overall tonal balance and comfort make it a compelling pick for cost-conscious listeners.

  • Pro:Excellent value for the price
  • Pro:Controlled, deep bass response
  • Pro:Wide soundstage with good separation
  • Con:Plastic build feels less premium
  • Con:Upper mids can become sharp on some tracks
  • Con:Sparse accessory kit

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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