Truthear Nova VS Kiwi Ears Aether
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Truthear Nova and Kiwi Ears Aether are in-ear monitors. Truthear Nova costs $150 while Kiwi Ears Aether costs $170. Kiwi Ears Aether is $20 more expensive. Kiwi Ears Aether holds a slight 0.1-point edge in reviewer scores (6.7 vs 6.8). Truthear Nova has better mids with a 0.8-point edge, Kiwi Ears Aether has significantly better treble with a 1.4-point edge, Truthear Nova has better dynamics with a 0.8-point edge and Kiwi Ears Aether has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Truthear Nova | Kiwi Ears Aether |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 7 | 6.8 |
| Mids | 6.8 | 6 |
| Treble | 6.6 | 8 |
| Details | 7.3 | 6.8 |
| Soundstage | 7 | 7.5 |
| Imaging | 7 | 6.8 |
| Dynamics | 6.8 | 6 |
| Tonality | 6.8 | 7 |
| Technicalities | 6.8 | 7.5 |
Truthear Nova Aggregated Review Score
Truthear Nova Average Reviewer Scores
Kiwi Ears Aether Aggregated Review Score
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Truthear Nova Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA
Tuning Type: harman
Price (Msrp): $150
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Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $170
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Truthear Nova User Review Score
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Truthear Nova Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
6.8Gaming Grade
B+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
ATruthear Nova 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
B+- Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
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.
Truthear Nova Reviews
Truthear Nova reviewed by:
Fresh Reviews
5.5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Truthear Nova reviewed by: Super* Review
6*
* score normalized
A little bit thin and shrill sounding. Hexa costs half as much and it's the better IEM.Super* Review original ranking
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Truthear Nova reviewed by: Smirk Audio
6.9
Reviewer Score
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Truthear Nova reviewed by: Jays Audio
7
Reviewer Score
NEED FOAM TIPS makes the treble smooth and clear. Very clean harman sound with smooth but well extended treble/one of the best treble under $200, no roll-off. The pinnacle of trying not to offend anyone, but light bass/low-end; another harman. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Truthear Nova reviewed by: Tim Tuned
6.5
Reviewer Score
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Truthear Nova reviewed by: Jaytiss
7.3
Reviewer Score
Nice set, great bass. Too much upper mids. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Truthear Nova reviewed by: Gizaudio Axel
6.5
Reviewer Score
A solid reference. Harman-style sound signature with solid sub-bass, clean forward vocals, smooth treble extension, and great detail. Could use more bass, vocals can feel lean and a bit intense at times.Gizaudio Axel original ranking
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Truthear Nova reviewed by: Shuwa-T
6.8
Reviewer Score
Overall clean sounding, works well with quicker pop genres (Jpop/Kpop) Male vocals recessed, does not work well with the other half of Jpop/Kpop. Lower midrange suffers from thinner note weight (tuning)
Kiwi Ears Aether Reviews
Kiwi Ears Aether reviewed by: 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
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Kiwi Ears Aether reviewed by:
Fresh Reviews
6.5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Kiwi Ears Aether reviewed by: Z-Reviews
6.8
* score normalized
Kiwi Ears Aether reviewed by: Super* Review
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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Kiwi Ears Aether reviewed by: Jays Audio
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
Kiwi Ears Aether reviewed by: Jaytiss
7.9
Reviewer Score
Not for bassheads, but one of the best planars I've ever heard. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
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