Moondrop Crescent VS Ziigaat Nuo

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

Moondrop Crescent and Ziigaat Nuo are in-ear monitors. Moondrop Crescent costs $30 while Ziigaat Nuo costs $30. Moondrop Crescent holds a clear 0.5-point edge in reviewer scores (6.3 vs 5.9).

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Metric Moondrop Crescent Ziigaat Nuo
Mids 6.3 5
Treble 6.3 3
Soundstage 6.3 6
Dynamics 6.3 4
Tonality 7 5.7
Technicalities 5.8 4
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Moondrop Crescent Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Average Reviewer Score:

6.3

Mixed to Positive


Ziigaat Nuo Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Average Reviewer Score:

5.9

Mixed


Reviews Comparison

Moondrop Crescent (more reviews)

Moondrop Crescent reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 8* * score rescaled + normalized

Moondrop Crescent reviewed by Crin

Crin 6 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
C+ Tech
Well-executed V-ish signature that's neither harsh nor bloated.

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Moondrop Crescent reviewed by Web Search

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Web Search 5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B+ Tech

The Moondrop Crescent features a distinctive brass housing that gives it premium heft but also makes it notably heavy, potentially affecting comfort during extended wear. Its non-detachable cable and basic accessories—including subpar stock eartips that often require replacement—highlight cost-cutting compromises. Isolation is mediocre due to vented designs, though build quality otherwise feels robust for the price.

Sonically, the Crescent adheres closely to the Harman target response, delivering a balanced signature with a slight bass boost that avoids bloat while maintaining textured lows. Its midrange leans transparent but can thin male vocals, and treble extends cleanly without harshness, though upper-mids occasionally verge on shouty. Technical performance impresses for its tier, with strong imaging and a wide soundstage, though detail retrieval lags behind pricier hybrids.

Discontinued and increasingly hard to find, the Crescent remains a value standout for its natural timbre and cohesive tuning, outperforming many peers under $50. Its need for aftermarket tips and amplification to maximize potential are notable drawbacks, but it retains cult appeal for its musicality.


Ziigaat Nuo (more reviews)

Ziigaat Nuo reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 7.5 * score rescaled + normalized

Ziigaat Nuo reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 6 * score rescaled + normalized
A sort of middle-ground tuning compared to the other budget single DD sets. Not as warm or bassy as the Zero:2. Not as bright as the Gate, not as vocal forward as the Wan'Er 2. Right in the middle. Try to get it on sale.

Audio Amigo original ranking

Audio Amigo Youtube Channel

Ziigaat Nuo reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score

Ziigaat Nuo reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 4.8 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
D Tech
Probably my budget pick under 30. But just strech for 35 for EW200.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

Ziigaat Nuo reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Woohoo another harman/df! Very similar to the G10, but cheaper with heftier note-weight. Clean budget Harman, highlights vocals very nicely. Can be sharp.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

Ziigaat Nuo reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7 * score rescaled + normalized
12 community members have rated the ZiiGaat Nuo at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Moondrop Crescent User Review Score

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Moondrop Crescent Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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Gaming Score

6.1

Gaming Grade

B

Ziigaat Nuo Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4

Gaming Grade

C-

Moondrop Crescent Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • The tonal character feels settled and versatile, with just a few gentle bumps. You can listen for hours without fatigue.

Average Technical Grade

B-
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

Ziigaat Nuo 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

C-
  • The tuning renders a cramped window into the music, with nuance fading fast. Expect grainy textures to creep in.
Mids C+
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble D
Treble response is uneven, jumping between dull spots and sharp peaks. Peaks poke out unpredictably.
Dynamics C-
Dynamics are average—competent yet lacking real excitement. It keeps music listenable but uninspiring.
Soundstage B
Lateral spread stretches comfortably while front/back cues start to feel convincing. You can trace front-to-back movement.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

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