Thieaudio Voyager 3 VS Kiwi Ears Aether
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Thieaudio Voyager 3 and Kiwi Ears Aether are in-ear monitors. Thieaudio Voyager 3 costs $160 while Kiwi Ears Aether costs $170. Kiwi Ears Aether is $10 more expensive. Kiwi Ears Aether holds a decisive 2.8-point edge in reviewer scores (4 vs 6.8). Kiwi Ears Aether has significantly better mids with a 3-point edge, Kiwi Ears Aether has significantly better treble with a 5-point edge and Kiwi Ears Aether has significantly better dynamics with a 3-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Thieaudio Voyager 3 | Kiwi Ears Aether |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 3 | 6.8 |
| Mids | 3 | 6 |
| Treble | 3 | 8 |
| Details | 3 | 6.8 |
| Soundstage | 4 | 7.5 |
| Imaging | 3 | 6.8 |
| Dynamics | 3 | 6 |
| Tonality | 4 | 7 |
| Technicalities | 4.3 | 7.5 |
Thieaudio Voyager 3 Aggregated Review Score
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Kiwi Ears Aether Aggregated Review Score
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Thieaudio Voyager 3 Details
Driver Configuration: 3BA
Tuning Type: Warm V-shape
Brand: ThieAudio Top ThieAudio IEMs
Price (Msrp): $160
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Kiwi Ears Aether Details
Driver Configuration:
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: Kiwi Ears Top Kiwi Ears IEMs
Price (Msrp): $170
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Thieaudio Voyager 3 User Review Score
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Thieaudio Voyager 3 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-Kiwi Ears Aether Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
7.5Gaming Grade
AThieaudio Voyager 3 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.
Kiwi Ears Aether 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
A- Good technical performance. Clear separation and decent detail retrieval across various tracks. Soundstage shows reasonable width and depth.
Thieaudio Voyager 3 Reviews
5
Reviewer Score
Slightly esoteric signature that somewhat works. Crin Youtube Channel
3
Reviewer Score
One usable setting; leave it at 01 to get the upper-mids back. Precogvision Youtube Channel
Kiwi Ears Aether Reviews
7.9
Reviewer Score
Not for bassheads, but one of the best planars I've ever heard. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
7
Reviewer Score
Clean, balanced, with slight air boost in the treble. Bass sounds like a DD with great texture. Cheaper better tuned P5+2. Not as smooth as Timeless 2 with more dynamic contrast with a slight sizzle from the treble boost. Good value for a planar. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
6.8
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Gizaudio Axel
2025-07-25
6.5
Reviewer Score
One of the best planar IEMs out there. The treble is smoother and easier on the ears than most planars. Balanced sound with clean bass, smooth mids, and detailed treble. Great clarity, wide soundstage, and natural timbre for a planar. Bass might be a bit light, and treble can be a little forward for some.Gizaudio Axel original ranking
Gizaudio Axel Youtube Channel
6.5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
6*
* score normalized
A little bit spicy in the treble (like the other planars). Relaxed upper mid-range. Warmer tuning than S12. It's a decent IEMSuper* Review original ranking
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