Tangzu Wan'er S.G 2 vs TRUTHEAR GATE: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Tangzu Wan'er S.G 2 vs TRUTHEAR GATE, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Wired IEMs

Tangzu Wan'er S.G 2

Not yet scored

$20

Full review data

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

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

TRUTHEAR GATE leads on 3 of 4 measures.

Tangzu Wan'er S.G 2
TRUTHEAR GATE

HearWiki score

Sound

7.5

Value

8.5

Price (USD)

$20

$22

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

Tangzu Wan'er S.G 2 (2025) against TRUTHEAR GATE (2024). 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.

Wan'er S.G 220251 yr newer
GATE2024

Specifications

Wan'er S.G 2GATE

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $20; $22
HearWiki score: Not scored; 82
Released: 2025; 2024
Availability: Sold new; Still sold new
Driver: 10 mm dynamic; 10 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 10 mm; 10 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 1
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz; 10 Hz - 45 kHz
Impedance: 19 Ω; 28 Ω
Sensitivity: 113.5 dB/mW; 122 dB/mW
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms): -; 122
Active noise cancelling: No; No
Controls: buttons; buttons
Weight: -; 2.7 g
Detachable cable: Yes; Yes
USB-C: No; No
Connector: -; 2-pin 0.78 mm
Microphones: -; 1

Specification comparison of Tangzu Wan'er S.G 2 vs TRUTHEAR GATE
Spec	Tangzu Wan'er S.G 2	TRUTHEAR GATE
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$20	$22
HearWiki score	Not scored	82 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2025	2024
Audio
Driver	10 mm dynamic	10 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	10 mm	10 mm
Drivers per side	1	1
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	10 Hz - 45 kHz
Impedance	19 Ω	28 Ω
Sensitivity	113.5 dB/mW	122 dB/mW
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)	-	122
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	No
Controls	buttons	buttons
Design
Weight	-	2.7 g
Detachable cable	Yes	Yes
USB-C	No	No
Connector	-	2-pin 0.78 mm
Calls
Microphones	-	1

What reviewers said

Tangzu Wan'er S.G 2

The Tangzu Wan'er S.G 2 is a budget-friendly wired in-ear monitor built around a single 10mm dynamic driver. It offers a straightforward, no-frills listening experience with a detachable cable and physical button controls, making it a solid pick for those seeking an affordable, traditional IEM setup without active noise cancellation.

Pro:Very affordable price point
Pro:Detachable cable for easy replacement or upgrades
Pro:High sensitivity (113.5 dB) makes it easy to drive from any source

Con:No active noise cancellation
Con:Limited to wired connection only
Con:Average frequency response range (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

TRUTHEAR GATE

The Truthear GATE is a wired, ultra-budget in-ear monitor that delivers surprisingly mature tuning and solid detail for its low price. It offers a balanced sound with good sub-bass extension, though it has a few tonal quirks and ergonomic compromises. Overall, it's a strong value pick for budget-conscious listeners seeking a natural, no-frills listening experience.

Pro:Excellent tuning and clarity for the price
Pro:Good sub-bass extension and overall balance
Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for most ears

Con:Slightly lean and thin lower-midrange
Con:Treble can be rough or lacking refinement
Con:Ergonomics could be better for some users

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