Wired IEMs
Tangzu Waner S.G
82Outstanding
$19
Full review dataTangzu Waner S.G vs TRN Earphone 2: 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
TRN Earphone 2
57Average
$12
Full review dataScore 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.
- Tangzu Waner S.G
- TRN Earphone 2
HearWiki score
82
57
Sound
8.0
6.0
Calls
4.5
-
Value
9.5
7.0
Price (USD)
$19
$12
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 Tangzu Waner S.G is 4 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 4 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.
- Waner S.G20224 yr newer
- Earphone 22018
Specifications
Waner S.GEarphone 2
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $19
- $12
- HearWiki score
- 82
- 57
- Released
- 2022
- 2018
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 10 mm dynamic
- 14.2 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 14.2 mm
- Drivers per side
- -
- 1
- Frequency response
- -
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Impedance
- 20 Ω
- 32 Ω
- Sensitivity
- -
- 107 dB/mW
- Active noise cancelling
- -
- No
- Controls
- -
- buttons
- Weight
- 4 g
- 6 g
- Water resistance
- -
- IPX4
- Detachable cable
- -
- Yes
- USB-C
- -
- No
- Connector
- -
- 3.5 mm
- Model code
- -
- TRN EMA
What reviewers said
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
TRN Earphone 2
The TRN Earphone 2 is a budget-friendly wired in-ear monitor featuring a single 14.2mm dynamic driver, delivering a straightforward listening experience. With a lightweight build, detachable cable, and IPX4 water resistance, it aims for practicality and everyday use. Sound quality leans toward a balanced presentation, though some may find the treble a bit forward.
- Pro:Very affordable price point
- Pro:Comfortable and lightweight fit
- Pro:Detachable cable for easy replacement
- Con:Treble can sound harsh at times
- Con:No inline microphone or remote
- Con:Limited accessory package
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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