TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red VS Kiwi Ears Foretza

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TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red and Kiwi Ears Foretza are in-ear monitors. TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red costs $55 while Kiwi Ears Foretza costs $60. Kiwi Ears Foretza is $5 more expensive. TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red holds a decisive 1.4-point edge in reviewer scores (5.9 vs 4.5). TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red has better mids with a 0.9-point edge, TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red has significantly better treble with a 3.8-point edge, TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and Kiwi Ears Foretza has slightly better soundstage with a 0.3-point edge.

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Metric TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red Kiwi Ears Foretza
Bass 6.2 4.5
Mids 5.9 5
Treble 5.8 2
Details 4.8 4.5
Soundstage 5.8 6
Imaging 4.8 4.5
Dynamics 5 4
Tonality 5.9 4.5
Technicalities 5.4 2

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Jaytiss Shuwa-T Jays Audio
Tim Tuned Audionotions Gizaudio Axel
Z-Reviews Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

5.9

Mixed


Kiwi Ears Foretza Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

4.5

Generally Unfavorable


TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red User Review Score

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TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.5

Gaming Grade

B-

Kiwi Ears Foretza Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

2.8

Gaming Grade

D-

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B-
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass B
Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.
Mids B-
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble B-
Decent treble with acceptable extension and detail. Can sound slightly unrefined but avoids being harsh or sibilant.
Dynamics C+
Decent dynamic performance. Good macro-contrast but micro-dynamics could be more nuanced. Satisfactory impact.
Soundstage B-
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width. Some depth perception but height dimension remains underdeveloped.
Details C
Average resolution - reveals basic elements but misses subtleties. Satisfactory for casual listening but lacks refinement.
Imaging C
Average imaging - reasonable localization but lacks specificity. Instruments have general positions but lack pinpoint accuracy.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

Kiwi Ears Foretza Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • Significantly flawed tuning. Noticeable frequency imbalances and unnatural timbre distract from music. Lacks versatility across recordings.

Average Technical Grade

E+
  • Noticeably blurred or congested. Struggles with basic instrument separation; details are lost in simple tracks. Feels "flat" and one-dimensional.
Mids C+
Decent midrange performance - balanced but unremarkable. Adequate clarity for most genres without notable flaws.
Treble E+
Treble is noticeably dark and lacking extension. Cymbals lack shimmer and high-frequency details are obscured.
Dynamics C-
Average dynamics - passable but unexciting. Transients are rounded and micro-dynamics lack refinement.
Soundstage B
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Gaming D-
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency.

TRUTHEAR x Crinacle Zero Red Reviews

Reviewed by: Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 7 * score normalized
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Reviewed by: Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
Pros: Balanced tuning, smooth and natural timbre, good stage. Cons: Can use more micro details.

Tim Tuned original ranking

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Bass: A+ Mids: S Treble: A-

Reviewed by: Audionotions

Audionotions 6 Reviewer Score
IMHO no one really needs anything more than this. Impecable tuning. Techs are competitive with anything under $100. Only true knock I have against this is that the nozzle is pretty bad - long and thick, which may be a problem for some. It certainly makes putting eartips on them very difficult. Previously Owned

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Reviewed by: Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 6 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B- Tech
Great balanced, smooth tuning. Needs more bass for my taste, can be a bit soft at times.

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Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 5.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C+ Tech
I think this is massivly overhyped, but it's not terrible and a great value with impedance adapters

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B

Reviewed by: Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 5.7 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B Tech
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Bass: B- Mids: C Treble: B Soundstage: B- Details: B Imaging: B+

Reviewed by: Jays Audio

Jays Audio 5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B- Tech
Great all-rounder, IEF-harman. Bass is a bit pillowy.

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Reviewed by: Nymz

Nymz 4.3 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
D Tech
Brilliant tonal balance with the option to for extra bass. A bargain at its price point.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

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

Kiwi Ears Foretza Reviews

Reviewed by: Jaytiss

Jaytiss 4.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
E+ Tech
Tuning is a little wonky, but overall not terrible so far. Full review is possible.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: E+ Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B

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