KZ EDX Pro VS Kinera Celest Rue

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KZ EDX Pro and Kinera Celest Rue use 2DD and 1x Dynamic (6mm) driver setups respectively. KZ EDX Pro costs $15 while Kinera Celest Rue costs $13. KZ EDX Pro is $2 more expensive. KZ EDX Pro holds a decisive 1.1-point edge in reviewer scores (5 vs 3.9). Kinera Celest Rue has significantly better bass with a 2.6-point edge, Kinera Celest Rue has significantly better mids with a 3-point edge, Kinera Celest Rue has significantly better treble with a 2.9-point edge and Kinera Celest Rue has significantly better dynamics with a 1.8-point edge.

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Metric KZ EDX Pro Kinera Celest Rue
Bass 4 6.6
Mids 3 6
Treble 3 5.9
Details 3 3.9
Imaging 3 3.9
Dynamics 4 5.8
Tonality 3.3 6
Technicalities 3.3 5.8
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KZ EDX Pro Aggregated Review Score

IEMR Normalized Score

Precogvision
Super* Review Head-Fi.org

IEMR Normalized Score

5

Mixed to Negative

Reviewer Average Score

5.3

Mixed to Negative

Kinera Celest Rue Aggregated Review Score

IEMR Normalized Score

Audio Amigo
Paul Wasabii

IEMR Normalized Score

3.9

Poor

Reviewer Average Score

4.2

Unfavorable

Reviews Comparison

KZ EDX Pro (more reviews)

KZ EDX Pro reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 6* * score rescaled + normalized
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KZ EDX Pro reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 3.2 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
D Tech
Surprisingly extended treble and good bass dynamics for the price. Just crappy tuning per usual.

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

KZ EDX Pro reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.7 * score rescaled + normalized
5 community members have rated the KZ EDX Pro at an average of 3.6/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Generally Favorable.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Kinera Celest Rue (more reviews)

Kinera Celest Rue reviewed by Paul Wasabii

Paul Wasabii 6.3 * Score computed by IEMRanking.com
B Tuning
B- Tech
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Tiny shell, ultra-budget price and a big bass shelf make it a fun entry-level pick. Vocals stay acceptable but bass dominates when present. Very small and comfortable shell with fun, bassy tuning at around $13, easy to drive. Bass frequently overwhelms mids and treble; limited technicalities and dynamics with basic accessories.
Youtube Video Summary

Celest Rue targets the tiny-shell, tiny-budget crowd: a 3D-printed resin shell that disappears in the ear, a basic SPC cable and white silicone tips, and a claimed 6 mm micro dynamic driver. Tuning is unapologetically bass-forward with a big shelf; when a track carries kick or sub, that becomes the focus. Vocals remain intact but thicker, and because the small driver is relatively quick in attack and decay, the presentation is less muddy than the graph implies.

This is a fun, bassy $13 set for newcomers who value comfort and low cost over technical fireworks. It does not move as much air as a 10 mm driver, so slam and stage scale are modest, and the right side of the curve (upper mids/treble) trails the left in energy. For bass-lean tracks it reads as a relaxed V, but whenever drums or sub-bass appear, Rue shifts the spotlight decisively to the low end.

Bass: B+ Mids: B Treble: B- Dynamics: B-

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Kinera Celest Rue reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 2 * score rescaled + normalized
Extremely comfortable, small, well built IEM. Small Driver leads to a sort of veiled sound. I had 2 units, 1 of which arrived broken.

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KZ EDX Pro User Review Score

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KZ EDX Pro Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

3.3

Gaming Grade

D

Kinera Celest Rue Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.9

Gaming Grade

B-

KZ EDX Pro Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D
  • The tuning lacks refinement, jumping between dull and shouty without settling. Vocals frequently sound off-kilter.

Average Technical Grade

D
  • Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
Bass C-
Bass stays subdued, content to hover in the background. It keeps things tidy, yet unremarkable.
Mids D
Midrange is highly uneven, veering between shouty peaks and hollow dips. Tonality swings between shouty and withdrawn.
Treble D
Highs feel erratic, with dips and spikes that make the signature unpredictable. It alternates between splashy and dull.
Dynamics C-
Dynamics are average—competent yet lacking real excitement. It keeps music listenable but uninspiring.
Details D
It can follow the main lines but loses composure once arrangements become busy. Fine articulation is frequently glossed over.
Imaging D
It sketches positions loosely while allowing outlines to blur. Instrument outlines remain fuzzy.
Gaming D
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

Kinera Celest Rue 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-
  • It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.
Bass B+
The bass brings healthy impact, complementing mixes without overpowering them. It keeps up with faster passages cleanly.
Mids B
Midrange presence is good, delivering clear vocals and solid texture. Voices come through with pleasing clarity.
Treble B-
The top end is tidy and serviceable, adding air without overdoing it. Extension is decent for casual listening.
Dynamics B-
Dynamic performance is decent, delivering respectable macro swings with limited nuance. There's a fair amount of macrodynamic swing.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

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