Shure

SE215 Black

A entry-level pick in the in-ear monitors line-up, with In-Ear Monitors (IEMs) up front.

50/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
In-Ear Monitors (IEMs)
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Why we rate it

  • Scores 50/100
  • Built for the job
  • No detachable cable
Score profile

Where the SE215 Black wins and loses

Scored against the in-ear monitors (iems) class
OverallValueFuture-proo…505045
Overall spec score
50
Value position
50
Future-proofing
45
Head to head

SE215 Black vs SteelSeries Arctis Gamebuds

Highlighted cell = better in that row
OverallValueFuture-proo…
SE215 BlackArctis Gamebuds
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Overall score50 /10050 /100
Who it's for

Is the SE215 Black right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable in-ear monitor for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need detachable cable, in which case a higher-tier in-ear monitor is the better call.

Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the SE215 Black worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other in-ear monitors, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.

What stands out on the SE215 Black?

Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the in-ear monitors class.

How does it compare to the Moondrop LAN II?

The Moondrop LAN II scores 52/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.