Best Universal IEM Headphones under $5050
1. BLON BL-03 IEM
#1 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Punches WAY above it's weight $$ wise. Exceptional detail, imaging and bass. Plain and simple I hear things with these that I do not hear from my ZSX10 Pro, TinT2,..." Read More
2. Tin HiFi T2 IEM
#2 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Excellent. I hate you Zeos" Read More
3. Tanchjim Ola Hi-Fi IEM
#3 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
For discerning listeners with both an ear and an eye for quality, the Tanchjim Ola is an IEM stands out. For starters, its aerospace-grade aluminum enclosures look and... Read More
4. Massdrop x NuForce EDC In-Ear Monitors
#4 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"These IEMs are amazing. The response is very flat and they work really well when monitoring audio from my camcorder, what I currently use them for. The only nitpick I..." Read More
5. Massdrop x HiFiMAN RE-00
#5 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
Back in 2007, HiFiMAN released a line of earphones so impressive, it rocketed the still-new company to the ranks of some of the most respected names in the audiophile... Read More
6. Massdrop x NuForce EDC3 In-Ear Monitors
#6 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"*UPDATED, SEE BOTTOM OF POST* I've owned my EDC3's for just over 5 months now, and I use them nearly every day. They are extremely comfortable, easy to drive, and..." Read More
7. Massdrop x HIFIMAN Bolt In-Ear Monitors
#7 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Pros: Very punchy bass, Excellent noise isolation, L shape jack, Flat cable, Solid housing, only $10 Cons: Mids/Treble is lacking, Cable coating feels cheap. From..." Read More
8. MEE Audio Pinnacle Blue Box
#8 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Did you ever sit down at a grand piano and play a handful of really really loud keys in the first or second octave? The strings rumble, and the whole room is..." Read More
9. Tin Audio T2 Pro IEM
#9 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"This is the second product I received from Massdrop after a pair of Hifiman HE4XX headphones. I wanted to buy the original Tin Audio T2 since I read online a bunch of..." Read More
10. MEE audio 2nd-Generation IEM Blue Box
#10 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"I wound up with the default M6 (clear). Sound isn't the greatest, but they've become my go-to iem for sleeping. Super lightweight and comfortable. If they break, I'll..." Read More
11. Massdrop x MEE audio Pinnacle PX IEMs
#11 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Specific bliss! At first listen I was kind of disappointed. Most of my other IEMs I throw on, plug into my phone and get immediate satisfaction from whatever song I..." Read More
12. MEE Audio Sport-Fi M6 Earphones
#12 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Great case, waterproof, comfortable-sound makes Jay Z sound like Jay Pharoah. 5 star case, 5 star value, no star sound Under $10 for waterproofish earbuds (don't call..." Read More
13. MEE audio Pinnacle P2 IEM
#13 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Needs some improvements to be perfect. Well, I use p2 earphones witt fiio btr3 bluetooth adapter, so i bought a short fiio lc-3.5as cabble with mmcx for 15 usd. And..." Read More
14. Etymotic Research ER20 Earplugs
#14 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Don't ever use foam plugs for concerts. I wear these for clubbing. Fantastic if you want to preserve your hearing" Read More
15. Brainwavz S1 Earphones
#15 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
Apart from sound quality, the two main complaints against most cheap ear buds are the cheesy plastic housing and the easily shredded cord. Solving both of those issues... Read More
16. Brainwavz S5 Earphones
#16 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
Entry level IEMs can fall short in a lot of ways. Maybe the build quality isn't up to your expectations, or the lack of tip choices makes it difficult to find a... Read More
17. Blue Ever Blue 328R Earbuds
#17 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
Delivering a warm, smooth sound, the Blue Ever Blue 328R earbuds boast an extended bass, well-textured mids, and clean highs. For even further clarity, patented HDSS... Read More
18. NSMO Jr. Gaming IEM
#18 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"After using them for a few days its apparent they are way under priced. Genuinely. Plugging them into my Razer Blade 15, which has a mediocre Dac at best, they sound..." Read More
19. Beyerdynamic DX 120 iE Earphones
#19 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
When searching for bass heavy earphones, it’s important to find ones that don’t distort the sound. For some high performance buds that give your bass some oomph, go... Read More
20. First Harmonic IEB6 IEM with Mic
#20 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
From First Harmonic, the passion project of Thinksound founders Aaron Fournier and Mike Tunney, the IEB6 IEM stands out for its neutral sound signature and the... Read More
21. Massdrop x Noble Luxe In-Ear Monitors
#21 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"I have been holding off on writing this review for a while. I’ve had these headphones for about 2 months now and have been using them primarily out of my MacBook Pro..." Read More
22. TFZ Galaxy T2 IEM
#22 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"From my experience, this is the only choice for a sub-$50 U / V shaped IEM. Recently bought KZ ZS7, and found them sounding stuffy and very rolled off highs, with..." Read More
23. Macaw GT600S IEM
#23 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Honestly very impressed with these, and at 40 dollars, what the hell?? These compete admirably with my dunu dn 2002's, a 450 something dollar Iem! The dunu has to take..." Read More
24. SoundMAGIC PL50 IEMs
#24 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Great for the price. I know bluetooth earbuds are the thing now but if you're willing to deal with wires you probably can't get a better set of earbuds for $25" Read More
25. NSMO 3D Triple-Driver Gaming IEM
#25 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Absolutely amazing at this price point. I'm not the most experienced audiophile - $200 is the upper limit of what I can spend on headphones, and I think my most..." Read More
26. OSTRY KC06 IEMs
#26 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Great bass. These were great. They have since been replaced when one of the sides went out after 2 years of use. The cable was hard to tangle even when jammed in a..." Read More
27. Echobox Audio Finder X1 IEMs
#27 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"EchoBox Audio Finder X1 IEM I like them. I think they are very good earphones for the price. I love the Bass. It remands me of car stereos!, but it is a bit too bright..." Read More
28. SoundMAGIC PL21 IEM
#28 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
Trying to find budget IEMs that deliver great sound can sometimes seem impossible, especially when you’re on the prowl for something bass heavy. Put down those cheap... Read More
29. KZ ZS10 Pro IEM
#29 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Very Impressive. If your experiences in personal audio includes the likes of Astell and Kern or Audeze then these probably are not for you, although they may just..." Read More
30. Alpha & Delta KS1 IEM
#30 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Amazing! Upon arrival, looking at the packaging it is okay. but when I got to the accessories, I was surprised with the amount of ear tips that was given. After..." Read More
31. Mee Audio X7 Plus Bluetooth IEM
#31 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
Compatible with the new iPhone 7, the X7 Plus Bluetooth IEM is ideal for use on the go. Even on a run or at the gym, these sweat-proof headphones remain secure thanks... Read More
32. KZ ZS6 IEM
#32 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
The sequel to the popular KZ ZS5, the Z6S continues the company’s history of producing some of the best values in IEMs today. This model features four drivers (two... Read More
33. OE Audio MMCX & 0.78mm 2-Pin IEM Adapters
#33 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"small, not affect sound. Pros: Small, not affect sound, solid. Cons: Spins around, not cheap." Read More
34. Final Audio Design E500 IEM
#34 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"$20 sounds like $200. TLDR: Try finding better $20-30 headphones shipped anywhere else I had yet to put in a cheap pair of earbuds and say "wow, this sounds good."..." Read More
35. Alpha & Delta D6 IEM
#35 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Excellent Quality and Value Way Beyond It's Price. The D6 IEM is an excellent value for those of us who listen to a variety of music and enjoy a balanced sound..." Read More
36. Tripowin TP10 IEM
#36 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Шляпа конечно. Лучше чем KZ. Больше люблю Shuoer Tape" Read More
37. Thinksound ts01.1 Walnut Exclusive Launch
#37 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
From Thinksound, a small company that’s built its name on clear, detailed audio and a commitment to sustainability, the ts01.1 earphones deliver admirably on both... Read More
38. BLON BL-05s IEM
#38 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"I love them. Look, these are my first IEMs and my only other point of reference are the classic in ears from apple and my Bose QC IIs. Compared to those, these are..." Read More
39. Tin Hifi T2 Plus
#39 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Amazing value for the price. Not at all an audiophile, nowhere even close, so take that into consideration when reading this review. I was doing a little digging..." Read More
40. BLON BL-05 IEM
#40 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Better. I got caught up in the hype surrounding the BLON BL-03 when they first came out. There was no telling what animal they were made to fit. The cables were poor..." Read More
41. KZ ZSX IEM
#41 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Excellent! Build and design: I really like it. They are solid, and very well made, pretty much just as good as the $1,000 acrylic IEMs that I’ve tried. They seem..." Read More
42. Effect Audio Origin IEM Cable
#42 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"The best entry cable. Good quality and sound, also looks very dope. Much better than Aliexpress's shitty stuff." Read More
43. Geek Wold GK3 IEM
#43 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Impressive! FOR the price, these are really good. Fits ear perfectly!" Read More
44. TFZ Live 1 IEM
#44 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Great for the price, my new travel IEMs. I love these for most genres, and because they are so affordable I don't mind being rough with them and just tossing them in..." Read More
45. TFZ S2 Pro IEM
#45 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Superb. First reviewer. Bass: good, some thump without too much, treble: good, not piercing, mids: there, with soundstage. These are not the most clear, relaxing, or..." Read More
46. Beyerdynamic DX 160 iE Premium IEM
#46 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
Comfortable fit, noise isolation, and deep bass response—the Beyerdynamic DX 160 iE premium in-ear monitors have it all, plus a flat, tangle-free cable that can adjust... Read More
47. Sennheiser MOMENTUM In-Ear IEM
#47 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"Nothing but fire. Considering the price of these I would say they are 100% worth, the sound quality is amazing for IEMs" Read More
48. Massdrop Blue Box: NuForce Wireless IEMs
#48 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
"BE6i - very good built quality and full of add-ons. sound signature very balanced, nice but definitely not for bass-heads" Read More
49. Brainwavz B150 IEMs
#49 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
Designed with sound quality and comfort in mind, the Brainwavz B150 IEMs feature a single balanced-armature driver tuned to provide accurate sound reproduction with... Read More
50. Shozy Zero Earphone
#50 in Best Universal IEM Headphones under $50 of 50 products
One of Head-Fi’s most hyped IEMs, the new Shozy Zero follows the same winning formula as the company’s stir-causing Alien portable player from a couple years back:... Read More
