Wired in-ear monitors from Moondrop, DUNU, Tanchjim, Softears, FiiO and other makers, compared by driver setup, impedance, sensitivity, cable plugs and price.
DUNU Titan S2 IEMs — read reviewA single dynamic driver IEM in a dual-chamber housing with a dual-magnetic circuit, listed at $63.20. The page gives 16Ω@1kHz and 107dB/mW and describes a swappable plug system with 3.5mm and 4.4mm plugs in the package.
SIVGA Que Beryllium IEMs — read reviewA single dynamic driver IEM with a 10mm beryllium diaphragm and maple wood face covers, listed at $74.90. The specification section gives 32Ω and 108dB and a 0.78mm 2-pin cable with a 3.5mm single-ended termination.
FiiO FP3 Planar IEMs — read reviewA planar magnetic IEM with a 14.5mm driver and a 1um diaphragm, listed at $89.99 in Rosewood or Black walnut. The specification section gives 36Ω@1kHz, 105dB/mW and 10Hz-40kHz, and the cable uses 0.78mm 2-pin connectors.
Fosi Audio IM4 IEMs — read reviewA single dynamic driver IEM with open-back aluminum alloy shells, listed at $93.34 in Black or Silver. The specification section gives 21Ω, 109dB, 20Hz-20kHz and 7g per earbud, with a 3.5mm gold-plated plug.
SIVGA Que UTG Glass Diaphragm IEMs — read reviewA single 10mm dynamic driver in-ear monitor with a flat glass diaphragm, listed at $94.90. It suits buyers who want a 0.78mm 2-pin cable with both 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm single-ended plugs named in the package.
iBasso IT01X 1DD MMCX IEMs — read reviewA single dynamic driver in-ear monitor that the page describes with brass cavities and a replaceable MMCX cable, listed at $99.99 against a crossed-out $139.99. The page gives 16Ohms and 108dB/mW, which suits buyers who want a stated sensitivity reference and MMCX connectors.
QoA Affinity 10mm Dynamic IEMs — read reviewA single 10mm dynamic driver in-ear monitor with a titanium-coated PEN diaphragm, listed at $99.99 in Carbon Black or Galactic Grey. It suits buyers who want a 22Ω set on a 2-pin cable ending in a 3.5mm plug, in either color.
JUZEAR Defiant Gamefidelity IEMs — read reviewA 1DD+3BA hybrid in-ear monitor, listed at $104.99 with a crossed-out $109.99. The page says it keeps the original Defiant's sound signature and adds an in-line microphone cable with Type-C and 3.5mm plugs, which suits gamers who want a mic.
JUZEAR FIESTA 1DD+3BA Hybrid IEMs — read reviewA 1DD + 3BA hybrid in-ear monitor that the page says was co-designed with Vivir Digital, listed at $114.99 with a crossed-out $119.99. The page says two cables come in the package, a 3.5mm one with an in-line microphone and a 4.4mm balanced one, which suits buyers who want both plugs.
DUNU Kima 2 Raven Teal IEMs — read reviewA Raven Teal special edition of DUNU's Kima 2, a single dynamic driver IEM with a DLC composite dome diaphragm, listed at $119.99. Aimed at buyers who want a 0.78mm 2-pin cable with swappable 3.5mm and 4.4mm plugs and a sensitivity figure that names its reference.
KEFINE Quatio Hybrid IEMs — read reviewA four-driver hybrid IEM with two dynamic and two balanced armature drivers per side, listed at $129.99 with three nozzle sets. It suits buyers who want a 0.78mm 2-pin cable, a modular 3.5mm and 4.4mm plug system and a listed 32Ω impedance.
TRN Whale Shark IEMs — read reviewAn IEM with three dynamic drivers and one planar magnetic driver per side, listed at $129.99 with 15 pairs of ear tips. A fit for buyers who want swappable 3.5mm and 4.4mm plugs, three nozzle sets and a listed 16Ω impedance.
Moondrop Starfield III IEMs — read reviewA dual dynamic driver IEM with a 10mm wood-dome driver and a 7.8mm DLC dome driver per side, listed at $149.99. Aimed at buyers who want swappable USB Type-C, 3.5mm and 4.4mm plugs and the 32-band PEQ the page ties to the USB-C connection.
Softears Studio2 2BA IEMs — read reviewA two balanced armature IEM with a closed-back design and a 3.5mm single-ended cable, listed at $159 with a crossed-out $169. The page lists 86Ω@1kHz and 127dB/Vrms and describes it as a stage monitor, so it suits buyers who want that kind of design.
SIVGA Lyrebird Quad-Driver IEMs — read reviewA hybrid IEM with four driver types per side (dynamic, balanced armature, micro planar and piezoelectric ceramic), listed at $164 with a 4.4mm balanced cable. It suits buyers who want a 0.78mm 2-pin connector and wooden face panels at that price.
KINERA Phoenixcall 2.0 Tribrid IEMs — read reviewA six-driver tribrid IEM with two dynamic, two balanced armature and two planar drivers per side, listed at $169 in four hand-painted colors. It suits buyers who want swappable 3.5mm and 4.4mm plugs on a 0.78mm 2-pin cable.
KEFINE Arnar Hybrid IEMs — read reviewA dual-driver hybrid IEM with a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver and a Knowles balanced armature, listed at $189 with swappable stainless steel nozzles and 3.5mm and 4.4mm plugs. It suits buyers who want 13Ω and 107dB±3dB listed on the page.
DUNU x KOTO ITO 2DD + 2BA IEMs — read reviewA quad-driver hybrid IEM with two dynamic drivers and two balanced armatures, listed at $189.99 with 37Ω@1kHz, 105dB/mW and a stated 6.5g per side. It suits buyers who want swappable 3.5mm and 4.4mm plugs on a 4-core cable.
TRN Mermaid Hybrid IEMs — read reviewA four-driver hybrid IEM with a 10mm glass diaphragm dynamic driver, a Knowles 33518 balanced armature and two 6mm planar drivers per side, listed from $199.99 in Purple or Green. It suits buyers who want 32Ω±15% and 109dB/mW on the page.
DUNU PRS 6 MEMS Tribrid IEMs — read reviewA MEMS-equipped tribrid IEM from DUNU, listed at $249 with a custom 10mm dynamic driver, four balanced armatures and titanium faceplates. It suits buyers who want both 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm single-ended plugs and a stated 43Ω impedance.
Meizu UR LIVE Special Edition IEMs — read reviewAn in-ear monitor that the page lists with four Knowles balanced armature units per side, at $249 with a silver-plated OFC cable and a 3.5mm plug. It suits buyers who want a stated 18 Ohms impedance and a 2-pin connector; the page text gives no pin spacing.
Unique Melody From The Start IEMs — read reviewThis Unique Melody IEM pairs a single dynamic driver with hand-painted face panels and is listed at $249.99 with a 4.4mm balanced plug and a 0.78mm 2-pin connector. It suits buyers who use a 4.4mm balanced source and want a stated 23.8Ω impedance.
Binary Dynaquattro IEMs — read reviewAn in-ear monitor with three dynamic drivers (10mm, 8mm, 6.8mm) and a 6mm passive diaphragm, listed at $250.99. It suits buyers who want 3.5mm and 4.4mm plugs in the package and a page that states 23Ω and 111dB/Vrms.
NICEHCK Himalaya Titanium IEMs — read reviewA single dynamic driver in-ear monitor with a 10mm dual-magnetic, dual-layer CNT driver in titanium-alloy shells, listed at $329. It suits buyers who want 2.5mm, 3.5mm and 4.4mm plugs in one cable and three sets of acoustic filters; the page gives 22Ω and 110dB/mW.