Fiio FH3 VS Padsmith IEM

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

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Fiio FH3 and Padsmith IEM use 1DD+2BA and 1DD+1Planar driver setups respectively. Fiio FH3 costs $130 while Padsmith IEM costs $120. Fiio FH3 is $10 more expensive. Padsmith IEM holds a decisive 1.8-point edge in reviewer scores (5.2 vs 7). Padsmith IEM has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Fiio FH3 has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and Padsmith IEM has significantly better soundstage with a 2-point edge.

Insights

Metric Fiio FH3 Padsmith IEM
Bass 5.3 7
Mids 4 5
Treble 3.8 4
Details 4.5 7
Soundstage 5 7
Imaging 4.8 7
Dynamics 7 6
Tonality 4.3 6.7
Technicalities 4.3 6

Fiio FH3 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz Precogvision
Shuwa-T Crin
Jaytiss
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

5.2

Mixed to Negative

Padsmith IEM Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews
Z-Reviews Jaytiss
Kois Archive
Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

7

Generally Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Fiio FH3 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C- Tech
Bass, but at what cost? Everything.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: A- Soundstage: C+

Padsmith IEM reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C- Tech
Packaged like theiaudio iem... lol this hobby.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: B Soundstage: A-
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Fiio FH3 (more reviews)

Fiio FH3 reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 8.5* * score rescaled + normalized
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Fiio FH3 reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 5.1 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
B- Tech
Comment: Bass boosted neutral tuning. Narrow soundstage

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

Bass: B- Mids: C- Treble: C Soundstage: C+ Details: B Imaging: B-

Fiio FH3 reviewed by Crin

Crin 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B- Tech
Does come off as sort of a broken FH5, but the FH5 elements are mostly there.

Crin original ranking

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Fiio FH3 reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 3.5 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
D Tech
My first IEM. Bad coherency and timbre. Good techs, bad tuning for my library. IMO, there are better and cheaper options out there.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

Bass: C+ Mids: D Treble: D Details: D Imaging: C-

Fiio FH3 reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 3 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
D Tech
Bloated bass and general congestion issues.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel

Padsmith IEM (more reviews)

Padsmith IEM reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 8 * score rescaled + normalized
An EM6L, but with toned down top end. Gorgeous shells. Microplanar instead of Balanced Armature. Great Details and Imaging. Acessories are a little barebones

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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 7 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
A+ Tech
Rating: A- | Value: ⭐ | Gaming: 🎮 | Comfort: 9 nice planar micro details midbass a little much

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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 6.8 * score rescaled + normalized
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Padsmith IEM reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Better in COD

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Fiio FH3 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

4.3

Gaming Grade

C-

Padsmith IEM Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

5.7

Gaming Grade

B-

Fiio FH3 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

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

C-
  • Details smear quickly, leaving the presentation cramped and low on definition. You'll notice smearing on even moderately layered songs.
Bass C+
The bass offers steady support without stepping into the spotlight. There's just enough punch for everyday playlists.
Mids C-
The mids sound serviceable but rough around the edges, needing polish. Occasional glare can creep into upper mids.
Treble D+
Treble response is uneven, jumping between dull spots and sharp peaks. Peaks poke out unpredictably.
Dynamics A-
It delivers crisp, authoritative dynamics that keep music thrilling. Subtle level shifts are clearly conveyed.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width and a modest step forward in depth perception. There's a mild sense of width to enjoy.
Details C
Average resolution that reveals the basics while missing many of the subtleties. It reveals enough to stay engaging.
Imaging C
Average imaging delivers reasonable localization while still lacking pinpoint specificity. You get a reasonable idea of placement.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

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.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble C-
Treble performance is average, audible but short on refinement. There's acceptable presence but limited finesse.
Dynamics B
Expect energetic dynamics that bring music to life without harshness. It injects enthusiasm into fast music.
Soundstage A-
Immersion steps up dramatically as width, depth, and height integrate into a cohesive hologram. Everything sounds naturally spaced.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

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