Moondrop SSR VS Kbear KB02

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Moondrop SSR and Kbear KB02 are in-ear monitors. Moondrop SSR costs $40 while Kbear KB02 costs $40. Kbear KB02 holds a decisive 1.8-point edge in reviewer scores (4.5 vs 6.3). Kbear KB02 carries a user score of 6. Kbear KB02 has significantly better mids with a 1.3-point edge, Kbear KB02 has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, Kbear KB02 has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge and Kbear KB02 has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

Insights

Metric Moondrop SSR Kbear KB02
Bass 4 6.3
Mids 3.7 5
Treble 3 4
Details 4.2 6.3
Soundstage 5 6
Imaging 4 6.3
Dynamics 3 6
Tonality 3.7 6.4
Technicalities 4.3 6

Moondrop SSR Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision Nymz
Crin Shuwa-T
Super* Review

Average Reviewer Score:

4.5

Unfavorable

Kbear KB02 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Kois Archive Audio Amigo Jaytiss Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

6.3

Mixed to Positive

Reviews Comparison

Moondrop SSR (more reviews)

Moondrop SSR reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 7* * score rescaled + normalized
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Moondrop SSR reviewed by Crin

Crin 4.5 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
B- Tech
Probably as close as one can get to "true DF", though it's extremely shouty as a result.

Crin original ranking

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Moondrop SSR reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 4.1 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
C Tech
Overly spicy upper midrange and treble

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

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

Moondrop SSR reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 3.6 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
C- Tech
Shouty thanks to 13dB of pinna compensation, but excellent note definition and imaging for the price.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: C+ Mids: D Treble: D Dynamics: D Details: C+ Imaging: C+

Moondrop SSR reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 3.1 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
D Tech
Shoutfest and too much energy uptop for my likes, but good bass and technicalities for the price.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

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

Kbear KB02 (more reviews)

Kbear KB02 reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 6.8 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A+ Tech
Rating: B+ | Value: ⭐⭐⭐ | Gaming: 🎮 | Comfort: 9 fun bone conduction for bass mids and treble not the best

Kois Archive original ranking

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Kbear KB02 reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 6 * score rescaled + normalized
Bone conduction on the cheap. Buzzy, springy tonalty that makes for fun bass, but carries a little too much tonal affectation. Like a baby Kinera Plutus Beast

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Kbear KB02 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C- Tech
Nice little banger of a set. Bone Conductor iem.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: B Soundstage: B
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Kbear KB02 reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.3 * score rescaled + normalized
11 community members have rated the KBear KB02 at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Moondrop SSR User Review Score

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Kbear KB02 User Review Score

Average User Scores

Average User Score:

Based on 1 user reviews

6

Mixed to Positive

Moondrop SSR Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.1

Gaming Grade

C-

Kbear KB02 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.1

Gaming Grade

B

Moondrop SSR 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

C-
  • Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
Bass C-
It keeps the low end tidy, though energy and weight remain limited. It favors balance over excitement.
Mids D+
Expect a rollercoaster midrange where coloration constantly distracts. Complex vocals turn metallic and unnatural.
Treble D
Treble response is uneven, jumping between dull spots and sharp peaks. Peaks poke out unpredictably.
Dynamics D
The presentation feels restrained, with transients arriving blunted and slow. Rhythms lack the expected drive.
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-
Separation is good enough for casual listening yet misses audiophile precision. Depth remains limited but present.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

Kbear KB02 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.

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 region sounds agreeable overall, delivering clarity without flashiness. Slight warmth keeps things easy-going.
Treble C-
Treble is adequate overall, though its texture can feel coarse. Longer sessions may expose grain.
Dynamics B
You get confident dynamics that track both macro swings and rhythmic drive. There's life in every crescendo.
Soundstage B
The presentation supplies a believable venue outline where each instrument owns its pocket of space. The stage opens up nicely for live cuts.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

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6

Balanced V-shaped tuning.

Tuning: C+ Tech: A+ Bass: A+ Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: A+ Details: C+ Imaging: A+
Pros
Very technical driver super economical.
Cons
Sometimes something noisy.

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