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TRN MT1 Pro vs TRUTHEAR GATE: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the TRN MT1 Pro vs TRUTHEAR GATE, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

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.

  • TRN MT1 Pro
  • TRUTHEAR GATE
HearWiki score
-
82
Sound
-
7.5
Value
-
8.5
Price (USD)
$15
$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

The TRUTHEAR GATE 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.

  • MT1 Pro2020
  • GATE20244 yr newer

Specifications

MT1 ProGATE
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$15
$22
HearWiki score
Not scored
82
Released
2020
2024
Availability
Discontinued
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
22 Ω
28 Ω
Sensitivity
106 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

What reviewers said

TRN MT1 Pro

The TRN MT1 Pro is a budget-friendly wired IEM with a single 10mm dynamic driver, designed for easy use with phones and other portable devices. It features a semi-open back cavity for balanced sound pressure and a detachable 2-pin cable for future upgrades. Available in three color options, it targets listeners seeking a simple, affordable entry into Hi-Fi audio.

  • Pro:Easy to drive from phones
  • Pro:Detachable 2-pin cable
  • Pro:Semi-open design for airy sound
  • Con:No noise cancellation
  • Con:Single driver limits detail
  • Con:Basic build at this price

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

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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