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Featured IEMs
7.9
Ziigaat Horizon
Community impressions describe robust sub-bass from the dynamic driver, clean mids from the BAs, and airy treble from the planar tweeters, with multiple listeners highlighting a notably expansive soundstage.
6.6
SIMGOT EG280
On tonality and performance, the EG280 is pitched for positional accuracy and clarity—marketing materials emphasize “seamless frequency transition” and game-oriented EQ options
8.7
AFUL Dawn-X
AFUL’s house sound shows up here in its most polished form: Dawn-X is a tribrid (1DD + 8BA + 4EST + bone conduction) flagship at $1,300 that prioritizes consistent fit and execution over flash.
8.8
Fiio FX17
Tonally, the FX17 comes across as warm-neutral / mild U-shape: bass is tight and controlled rather than boosted, mids are natural with good timbre, and treble is smooth yet extended without obvious glare.
7.9
Ziigaat Horizon
Community impressions describe robust sub-bass from the dynamic driver, clean mids from the BAs, and airy treble from the planar tweeters, with multiple listeners highlighting a notably expansive soundstage.
6.6
SIMGOT EG280
On tonality and performance, the EG280 is pitched for positional accuracy and clarity—marketing materials emphasize “seamless frequency transition” and game-oriented EQ options
8.7
AFUL Dawn-X
AFUL’s house sound shows up here in its most polished form: Dawn-X is a tribrid (1DD + 8BA + 4EST + bone conduction) flagship at $1,300 that prioritizes consistent fit and execution over flash.
8.8
Fiio FX17
Tonally, the FX17 comes across as warm-neutral / mild U-shape: bass is tight and controlled rather than boosted, mids are natural with good timbre, and treble is smooth yet extended without obvious glare.
Primary Ranking Lists
Top IEMs based on all Reviews (Aggregated Ranking)
| Rank | IEM | Aggregated Score |
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| #1 | Subtonic STORM | 9.2 |
| #2 | Brise Audio Fugaku | 9.1 |
| #3 | Softears Enigma | 9 |
| #4 | Elysian Annihilator 2023 | 9 |
| #5 | Fort Ears Mefisto | 9 |
| #6 | PMG Audio Apx SE | 8.9 |
| #7 | Thieaudio Valhalla | 8.9 |
| #8 | Elysian Annihilator 2021 | 8.9 |
| #9 | Canpur CP622B | 8.8 |
| #10 | Fiio FX17 | 8.8 |
Most user favorited IEMs
| Rank | IEM | Favorites |
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| #1 | Aful Performer 5+2 | 16 |
| #2 | Xenns Top Pro | 14 |
| #3 | Crinear Daybreak | 13 |
| #4 | Nicehck Rockies | 11 |
| #5 | Ziigaat Odyssey | 10 |
| #6 | ThieAudio Monarch MK4 | 10 |
| #7 | Aful Explorer | 9 |
| #8 | Kiwi Ears Astral | 9 |
| #9 | Softears Volume S | 9 |
| #10 | Hisenior Mega5-EST | 8 |
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New Reviews
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| Goldplanar GL-AMT16
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8 |
| Ziigaat Horizon
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6.8 |
| Moondrop Blessing 3 Aqua
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7.8 |
| Moondrop Blessing 3 Aqua
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8.3 |
| HIDIZS MP143
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7.2 |
| Hercules Audio Noah
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8 |
| KZ Duet
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6 |
| Yu9 Que
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8 |
| Ikko Activebuds
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6.5 |
| Ziigaat Horizon
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8.8 |
New User Reviews
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NiceHCK F1 Pro
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F filipe | 9 |
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Hisenior Mega5-EST
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W wpzdm | 7.9 |
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Yu9 Que
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Endoki
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8.5 |
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Melody Wings Venus
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B Bell | 8.5 |
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64 Audio Tia Trio
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W wpzdm | 7.9 |
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Gizaudio x Binary Chopin
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M MrLivre | 8.5 |
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Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro
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W wpzdm | 7 |
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Truthear x Crinacle Zero:Red
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W wpzdm | 7 |
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Letshuoer S12
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W wpzdm | 6.8 |
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Seeaudio Yume II
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W wpzdm | 7.2 |
Featured IEMs
7.2
Ziigaat Odyssey 2
The ZiiGaat x Hangout.Audio Odyssey 2 is a hybrid 1DD+3BA IEM that pairs a new bio-cellulose dynamic driver with three Knowles armatures, aiming for a balanced, reference-leaning presentation.
8
Nicehck Rockies
The NiceHCK Rockies deliver a cohesive sound signature centered around a powerful yet controlled bass response that avoids bleeding into the mids. Its natural midrange ensures vocals and instruments retain authenticity without artificial thickening
8.7
Dunu Glacier
Compared to competitors like the Thieaudio Prestige Limited or Monarch MkIII, the Glacier carves its own niche with its unparalleled sense of space and effortless presentation. It doesn’t compete on technical aggression but instead offers a transportive, almost spiritual listening experience.
7.3
Crinear Daybreak
The CrinEar Daybreak delivers a well-balanced sound signature tuned to the IEF Preference 2025 curve, offering natural tonality with a controlled bass boost and detailed mids.
7.2
Ziigaat Odyssey 2
The ZiiGaat x Hangout.Audio Odyssey 2 is a hybrid 1DD+3BA IEM that pairs a new bio-cellulose dynamic driver with three Knowles armatures, aiming for a balanced, reference-leaning presentation.
8
Nicehck Rockies
The NiceHCK Rockies deliver a cohesive sound signature centered around a powerful yet controlled bass response that avoids bleeding into the mids. Its natural midrange ensures vocals and instruments retain authenticity without artificial thickening
8.7
Dunu Glacier
Compared to competitors like the Thieaudio Prestige Limited or Monarch MkIII, the Glacier carves its own niche with its unparalleled sense of space and effortless presentation. It doesn’t compete on technical aggression but instead offers a transportive, almost spiritual listening experience.
7.3
Crinear Daybreak
The CrinEar Daybreak delivers a well-balanced sound signature tuned to the IEF Preference 2025 curve, offering natural tonality with a controlled bass boost and detailed mids.
More Ranking Lists
Best IEMs based on User-Score
| Rank | IEM | User Score |
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| #1 | EPZ P50 | 9.5 |
| #2 | Night Oblivion Butastur | 9.3 |
| #3 | Fiio FX17 | 9.1 |
| #4 | ThieAudio Monarch MK4 | 9 |
| #5 | Dunu Glacier | 9 |
| #6 | Alpha Omega Omega | 9 |
| #7 | Nicehck Rockies | 9 |
| #8 | Campire Audio Clara Ti | 8.8 |
| #9 | Gizaudio x Binary Chopin | 8.7 |
| #10 | KZ PRX | 8.5 |
Best IEMs based on Gaming-Score
| Rank | IEM | Gaming Score |
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| #1 | ThieAudio Monarch MK4 | 8.7 |
| #2 | Ziigaat Horizon | 8.7 |
| #3 | Kiwi Ears Astral | 8.6 |
| #4 | Softears Volume S | 8.4 |
| #5 | Ziigaat Arcanis | 8.4 |
| #6 | Aful Cantor | 8.3 |
| #7 | Nicehck Rockies | 8.2 |
| #8 | Fiio FA19 | 8.1 |
| #9 | Simgot ET142 | 8.1 |
| #10 | AFUL Dawn-X | 8.1 |
Featured IEMs
8.5
ThieAudio Monarch MK4
Sonically, the IMPACT² dual dynamic drivers deliver textured, powerful bass in either mode, while redesigned electrostatic drivers enable treble that extends smoothly to 40kHz without harshness
7.6
ZiiGaat Crescent
The ZiiGaat Crescent combines a dual dynamic driver setup—using PET and LCP diaphragms in an isobaric configuration—with Knowles balanced armatures for mids and treble. This hybrid approach delivers a distinct analog-inspired character, emphasizing textured bass with a 10dB sub-bass shelf that avoids midrange bloat.
7.9
Xenns Top Pro
Technically, the IEM performs strongly for its price, offering a wide soundstage and precise imaging that creates a convincing sense of space. Resolution is impressive in uncongested passages, though micro-detail retrieval falls short of higher-tier competitors.
6.2
Truthear Pure
The Truthear Pure builds on the foundation of its predecessor, the Hexa, refining the 1DD+3BA driver configuration for a more cohesive sound. It offers punchier bass and a more solid midrange compared to the Hexa, addressing previous criticisms about thinness in the lower mids.
8.5
ThieAudio Monarch MK4
Sonically, the IMPACT² dual dynamic drivers deliver textured, powerful bass in either mode, while redesigned electrostatic drivers enable treble that extends smoothly to 40kHz without harshness
7.6
ZiiGaat Crescent
The ZiiGaat Crescent combines a dual dynamic driver setup—using PET and LCP diaphragms in an isobaric configuration—with Knowles balanced armatures for mids and treble. This hybrid approach delivers a distinct analog-inspired character, emphasizing textured bass with a 10dB sub-bass shelf that avoids midrange bloat.
7.9
Xenns Top Pro
Technically, the IEM performs strongly for its price, offering a wide soundstage and precise imaging that creates a convincing sense of space. Resolution is impressive in uncongested passages, though micro-detail retrieval falls short of higher-tier competitors.
6.2
Truthear Pure
The Truthear Pure builds on the foundation of its predecessor, the Hexa, refining the 1DD+3BA driver configuration for a more cohesive sound. It offers punchier bass and a more solid midrange compared to the Hexa, addressing previous criticisms about thinness in the lower mids.
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IEM Community
Reviewer Rankings
| Reviewer | IEMs Reviewed | |
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Audio Amigo | 98 |
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Audionotions | 118 |
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Bad Guy Good Audio | 54 |
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Crin | 1063 |
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Fox Told Me So | 10 |
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Fresh Reviews | 100 |
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Gizaudio Axel | 147 |
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Head-Fi.org | 444 |
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Jays Audio | 323 |
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Jaytiss | 433 |
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Kois Archive | 92 |
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Nymz | 148 |
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Paul Wasabii | 39 |
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Precogvision | 362 |
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Shuwa-T | 275 |
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Smirk Audio | 103 |
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Super* Review | 416 |
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Tim Tuned | 160 |
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Yifang | 119 |
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Z-Reviews | 271 |
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