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Ziigaat Arcanis 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.

Score breakdown

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

Ziigaat Horizon leads on 4 of 4 measures.

  • Ziigaat Arcanis
  • Ziigaat Horizon
HearWiki score
76
83
Sound
8.2
8.6
Value
7.0
8.2
Price (USD)
$400
$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.

  • Arcanis2025
  • Horizon2025

Specifications

ArcanisHorizon
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$400
$330
HearWiki score
76
83
Released
2025
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
2DD + 5BA hybrid
1DD + 2BA + 2PL tribrid
Driver type
hybrid
tribrid
Driver configuration
2DD + 5BA
1DD + 2BA + 2PL
Driver size
10 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
7
5
Impedance
12 Ω
24 Ω
Active noise cancelling
No
No
Detachable cable
-
Yes
Connector
-
2-pin 0.78 mm

What reviewers said

Ziigaat Arcanis

The Ziigaat Arcanis is a wired hybrid IEM that delivers a refined, balanced sound with a slightly bright tilt, thanks to its seven-driver setup. It excels at vocal clarity, imaging, and overall technical performance, making it a strong contender in its price bracket. However, its barebones accessory kit and occasional driver flex hold it back from being a complete package.

  • Pro:Excellent imaging and soundstage
  • Pro:Natural and engaging midrange
  • Pro:Smooth treble with good extension
  • Con:Barebones accessory package
  • Con:Occasional driver flex
  • Con:Limited micro-detail retrieval

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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