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Campfire Audio Andromeda 10 vs THIEAUDIO Monarch MKIV: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the THIEAUDIO Monarch MKIV comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: THIEAUDIO Monarch MKIV - Outstanding overall at around $1149.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

THIEAUDIO Monarch MKIV leads on 4 of 4 measures.

  • Campfire Audio Andromeda 10
  • THIEAUDIO Monarch MKIV
HearWiki score
80
84
Sound
9.1
9.4
Value
7.2
7.6
Price (USD)
$1,800
$1,150

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

Campfire Audio Andromeda 10 (2026) against THIEAUDIO Monarch MKIV (2025). These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price.

  • Andromeda 1020261 yr newer
  • Monarch MKIV2025

Specifications

Andromeda 10Monarch MKIV
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$1,800
$1,150
HearWiki score
80
84
Released
2026
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
10× balanced armature
2DD + 6BA + 2EST tribrid
Driver type
balanced-armature
tribrid
Driver configuration
-
2DD + 6BA + 2EST
Driver size
-
8 mm
Drivers per side
10
10
Frequency response
5 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Impedance
8.5 Ω
-
Sensitivity
94 dB/mW
-
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Controls
buttons
-
USB-C
Yes
-
Connector
4.4 mm balanced
-

What reviewers said

Campfire Audio Andromeda 10

The Andromeda 10 is a premium, easy-to-drive flagship IEM that prioritizes balance, detail, and spaciousness over heavy bass, offering a refined and comfortable listening experience. It features a modernized design with a modular cable system and updated ergonomics, though its sub-bass is a bit restrained and it can pick up source noise on some equipment. Overall, it's a musical and natural-sounding choice for enthusiasts who value texture and separation in their audio.

  • Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and layering
  • Pro:Spacious, well-separated soundstage
  • Pro:Comfortable and modern ergonomics
  • Con:Sub-bass depth is somewhat restrained
  • Con:Moderate passive isolation
  • Con:Can reveal noise from less clean sources

THIEAUDIO Monarch MKIV

This flagship in-ear monitor packs a ten-driver hybrid setup—pairing dual 8mm dynamics with six balanced armatures and two electrostatic tweeters—to deliver a reference-grade, studio-neutral signature. It also offers a switchable RUMBLE mode for those who prefer a more pronounced low-end, catering to both purists and bass enthusiasts. The wired-only design focuses on audiophile-grade sound without active noise cancellation.

  • Pro:Reference-neutral tuning with optional bass boost
  • Pro:Layered, detailed treble from dual electrostats
  • Pro:Solid build and premium fit for long sessions
  • Con:No wireless or ANC options
  • Con:Large shell may not suit smaller ears
  • Con:Requires a quality source to shine fully

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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