Fiio FD 15 VS Padsmith IEM
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Fiio FD 15 and Padsmith IEM are in-ear monitors. Fiio FD 15 costs $150 while Padsmith IEM costs $120. Fiio FD 15 is $30 more expensive. Fiio FD 15 holds a slight 0.3-point edge in reviewer scores (7.3 vs 7). Fiio FD 15 has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, Fiio FD 15 has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge and Padsmith IEM has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Fiio FD 15 | Padsmith IEM |
|---|---|---|
| Mids | 7 | 5 |
| Treble | 6 | 4 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 7 |
| Dynamics | 5 | 6 |
| Tonality | 6.3 | 6.7 |
| Technicalities | 6 | 6 |
Fiio FD 15 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7.3Generally Favorable
Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7Generally Favorable
Reviews Comparison
Fiio FD 15 reviewed by Jaytiss
7.3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Jaytiss
6.3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM (more reviews)
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Audio Amigo
8
* score rescaled + normalized
Audio Amigo Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Kois Archive
7
Reviewer Score
Kois Archive Youtube Channel
Padsmith IEM reviewed by Z-Reviews
6.8
* score rescaled + normalized
Padsmith IEM reviewed by
Fresh Reviews
5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming
Score
Fiio FD 15 Details
Driver Configuration:
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: FiiO Top FiiO IEMs
Price (Msrp): $150
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Padsmith IEM Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+1Planar
Tuning Type: Neutral, Warm
Price (Msrp): $120
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Fiio FD 15 User Review Score
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Fiio FD 15 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.1Gaming Grade
BPadsmith IEM Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
5.7Gaming Grade
B-Fiio FD 15 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B- A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.
Average Technical Grade
B- An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Padsmith IEM Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B+- The tuning leans easygoing, yet occasional unevenness nudges it away from greatness. A bit of EQ polish can smooth things nicely.
Average Technical Grade
B- An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
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