Aful Explorer and Kiwi Ears Quartet use 1DD+2BA and 2DD+2BA driver setups respectively. Aful Explorer costs $120 while Kiwi Ears Quartet costs $110. Aful Explorer is $10 more expensive. Aful Explorer holds a decisive 2-point edge in reviewer scores (7.3 vs 5.2). Aful Explorer has significantly better bass with a 2-point edge, Aful Explorer has significantly better mids with a 1.7-point edge, Aful Explorer has significantly better treble with a 4.2-point edge, Aful Explorer has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge, Aful Explorer has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge, Aful Explorer has significantly better details with a 2.5-point edge and Aful Explorer has significantly better imaging with a 2.3-point edge.
Insights
Metric | Aful Explorer | Kiwi Ears Quartet |
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Bass | 6.5 | 4.5 |
Mids | 6.2 | 4.5 |
Treble | 6.8 | 2.7 |
Details | 6.5 | 4 |
Soundstage | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Imaging | 6.5 | 4.3 |
Dynamics | 7 | 4 |
Tonality | 7.1 | 4.8 |
Technicalities | 6.9 | 3.8 |
Aful Explorer Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7.3Generally Favorable
Kiwi Ears Quartet Aggregated Review Score
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Average Reviewer Score:
5.2Mixed to Negative
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Aful Explorer Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA
Tuning Type: Neutral with Bass Boost
Brand: AFUL Top AFUL IEMs
Price (Msrp): $120
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Kiwi Ears Quartet Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+2BA
Tuning Type: V-Shaped, Basshead
Brand: Kiwi Ears Top Kiwi Ears IEMs
Price (Msrp): $110
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Aful Explorer Gaming Score

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6.9Gaming Grade
B+Kiwi Ears Quartet Gaming Score

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A-- A smooth, agreeable balance keeps the presentation engaging without obvious flaws. Only sensitive ears will nitpick the bumps.
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B+- The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
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C- Tonality remains inconsistent, with uneven peaks and dips that disrupt musical flow. You'll constantly notice peaks or dips pulling focus.
Average Technical Grade
D+- Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
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