Shure SE215 vs Audio-Technica ATH-E70

Buy the Shure SE215 for everyday listening, commuting and gym use: its single dynamic driver gives a warm, bass-forward sound, it blocks up to 37 dB of noise, and the Kevlar-reinforced MMCX cable is easy to replace. Buy the Audio-Technica ATH-E70 for critical listening and monitoring: three balanced armature drivers deliver more detail and separation, and the shells weigh just 9 g without the cable. The SE215 is the tougher, more forgiving all-rounder; the E70 is the more accurate, more fragile tool.

• Choose the Shure SE215 if you want a durable, sweat-resistant in-ear for commuting, travel or the gym with strong passive isolation and a cheap-to-replace cable.
• Choose the Audio-Technica ATH-E70 if you monitor recordings, mix, or want the extra detail and instrument separation of a triple balanced armature design.