NuForce HEM1 and Aful Explorer are in-ear monitors. NuForce HEM1 costs $150 while Aful Explorer costs $120. NuForce HEM1 is $30 more expensive. Aful Explorer holds a decisive 3.1-point edge in reviewer scores (4 vs 7.1).
Insights
Metric | NuForce HEM1 | Aful Explorer |
---|---|---|
Bass | 4 | 6.5 |
Mids | 4 | 6.2 |
Treble | 4 | 6.8 |
Details | 4 | 6.5 |
Soundstage | 4 | 7 |
Imaging | 4 | 6.5 |
Dynamics | 4 | 7 |
Tonality | 4.5 | 7 |
Technicalities | 4 | 6.6 |
NuForce HEM1 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
4Unfavorable
Aful Explorer Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7.1Generally Favorable
Reviews Comparison
NuForce HEM1 (more reviews)
NuForce HEM1 reviewed by Crin
Crin Youtube Channel
Aful Explorer (more reviews)
Aful Explorer reviewed by Z-Reviews
Aful Explorer reviewed by Super* Review
Super* Review original ranking
Super* Review Youtube ChannelAful Explorer reviewed by Jaytiss
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Aful Explorer reviewed by Audionotions
Aful Explorer reviewed by Smirk Audio
Aful Explorer reviewed by Gizaudio Axel
Gizaudio Axel original ranking
Gizaudio Axel Youtube ChannelAful Explorer reviewed by Shuwa-T
Aful Explorer reviewed by Jays Audio
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
NuForce HEM1 Details
Driver Configuration:
Tuning Type: Neutral
Price (Msrp): $150
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Aful Explorer Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA
Tuning Type: bass-boosted neutral
Brand: AFUL Top AFUL IEMs
Price (Msrp): $120
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NuForce HEM1 User Review Score
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NuForce HEM1 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
4.2Gaming Grade
C-Aful Explorer Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
6.7Gaming Grade
B+NuForce HEM1 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
C-- Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Aful Explorer Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A-- Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.
Average Technical Grade
B+- Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
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