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Campfire Audio Astrolith - Dual Planar IEM vs Kinera Thorking: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Kinera Thorking comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Kinera Thorking - Outstanding overall at around $2499.

Score breakdown

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

Neither pulls ahead overall - they trade wins across the measures.

  • Campfire Audio Astrolith - Dual Planar IEM
  • Kinera Thorking
HearWiki score
80
81
Sound
9.0
9.2
Value
6.4
6.0
Price (USD)
$2,200
$2,500

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

Kinera Thorking (2025) against Campfire Audio Astrolith - Dual Planar IEM (2024). 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.

  • Astrolith - Dual Planar IEM2024
  • Thorking20251 yr newer

Specifications

Astrolith - Dual Planar IEMThorking
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$2,200
$2,500
HearWiki score
80
81
Released
2024
2025
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
2× 14.2 mm planar magnetic
1DD + 6BA + 4EST tribrid
Driver type
planar
tribrid
Driver configuration
-
1DD + 6BA + 4EST
Driver size
14.2 mm
-
Drivers per side
2
11
Frequency response
5 Hz - 25 kHz
5 Hz - 50 kHz
Impedance
8.2 Ω
10 Ω
Sensitivity
94 dB/mW
-
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Voice assistant
No
-
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
Connector
4.4 mm balanced
2-pin 0.78 mm
Balanced connection
-
Yes

What reviewers said

Campfire Audio Astrolith - Dual Planar IEM

The Campfire Audio Astrolith is a premium dual-planar IEM that delivers a fast, clear, and highly detailed sound with impressive staging and technical precision. Its nearly flat impedance and very low distortion make it a strong performer, though it benefits from quality sources and has a couple of minor ergonomic quirks. Overall, it's a notable step forward in the brand's planar lineup, offering a cohesive and resolving listen for those seeking top-tier wired performance.

  • Pro:Exceptional speed and clarity across the frequency range
  • Pro:Very low distortion and flat impedance for consistent performance
  • Pro:Wide, well-defined soundstage with precise imaging
  • Con:Slight mid-bass bloom can color certain tracks
  • Con:Stock ear tips are not very good and may need replacement
  • Con:Best results require a high-quality source or amplifier

Kinera Thorking

The Kinera Thorking is a flagship tribrid IEM with a treble-focused, reference-style tuning that delivers airy highs, strong separation, and excellent imaging. Its lean bass and dry lower midrange may not suit bass lovers, but it excels with classical music and scales well with better amplification. Built with premium materials and a detachable 2-pin cable, it offers a transparent, cohesive sound for treble enthusiasts.

  • Pro:Excellent treble extension and airiness
  • Pro:Strong technical performance in staging and separation
  • Pro:Premium build and design quality
  • Con:Lean bass may polarize listeners
  • Con:Dry lower midrange can feel less engaging
  • Con:Accessories not as premium for the price

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

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