Wired IEMs
Softears Studio 2
59Average
$170
Full review dataSoftears Studio 2 vs Ziigaat Horizon: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Ziigaat Horizon comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 83. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Ziigaat Horizon - Great overall at around $329.
Wired IEMs
Ziigaat Horizon
83Great
$330
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Ziigaat Horizon leads on 3 of 4 measures.
- Softears Studio 2
- Ziigaat Horizon
HearWiki score
59
83
Sound
6.5
8.6
Value
6.0
8.2
Price (USD)
$170
$330
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
Both shipped in 2025. 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.
- Studio 22025
- Horizon2025
Specifications
Studio 2Horizon
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $170
- $330
- HearWiki score
- 59
- 83
- Released
- 2025
- 2025
- Availability
- Sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- -
- 1DD + 2BA + 2PL tribrid
- Driver type
- -
- tribrid
- Driver configuration
- -
- 1DD + 2BA + 2PL
- Driver size
- -
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- -
- 5
- Impedance
- -
- 24 Ω
- Active noise cancelling
- -
- No
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- Connector
- -
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
What reviewers said
Softears Studio 2
The Softears Studio 2 is a wired in-ear monitor featuring dual balanced-armature drivers, designed primarily for stage use, professional monitoring, and casual listening. It offers a detachable cable for easy replacement or customization, but lacks active noise cancellation, so isolation relies on the fit and passive sealing.
- Pro:Dual balanced-armature drivers for clear, accurate sound
- Pro:Detachable cable adds convenience and upgrade potential
- Pro:Versatile for stage monitoring and everyday music enjoyment
- Con:No active noise cancellation, so ambient noise may leak in
- Con:Balanced-armature tuning may not suit bass-heavy listeners
- Con:Requires proper ear tip fit for optimal isolation and seal
Ziigaat Horizon
The Ziigaat Horizon is a wired tribrid IEM that delivers impressive technical performance for its price, featuring a spacious, holographic soundstage and strong detail retrieval. Its W-shaped tuning balances clarity and engagement, though its energetic treble and lighter bass impact may not suit everyone. While the sound quality is a standout, the build and accessories feel less premium than the audio performance.
- Pro:Excellent technical ability and detail retrieval
- Pro:Large, holographic soundstage with strong imaging
- Pro:Well-executed W-shaped tuning that balances fun and precision
- Con:Treble can become fatiguing or slightly sibilant for sensitive listeners
- Con:Mid-bass punch is limited, with bass more technical than physical
- Con:Build quality feels somewhat cheap for the price
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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