FiiO FA7S vs Moondrop Blessing 2: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Moondrop Blessing 2 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Score breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Specifications
| Spec | FiiO FA7S | Moondrop Blessing 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $170 | $222 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2021 | 2020 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 6 balanced armature drivers | 1 dynamic driver + 4 balanced armatures |
| Driver size | - | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 6 | 5 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-40kHz | 9Hz-37kHz |
| Impedance | 18 Ω | 22 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 111 dB/mW | 117 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | - | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | No |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 8.4 g | - |
| Detachable cable | Yes | Yes |
| USB-C | No | - |
What reviewers said
FiiO FA7S
The FiiO FA7S is a six-balanced-armature in-ear monitor with a triple crossover, designed to deliver a technically ambitious and well-controlled sound across lows, mids, and highs. It offers a detailed, balanced presentation with a wide soundstage and robust build, though its tuning and fit may not suit every listener, especially at higher volumes. Priced around $340, it stands out as a strong performer in its price range for those seeking an all-BA design with natural timbre.
- Pro:Detailed and well-balanced sound with a wide soundstage
- Pro:Natural timbre in lows and mids with good control
- Pro:Sturdy build quality and generous accessory package
- Con:Fit may be uncomfortable for some users
- Con:Tuning is less ideal for high-volume listening
- Con:Presentation differs notably from FiiO's dynamic driver models
Moondrop Blessing 2
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is a hybrid in-ear monitor that delivers a balanced, highly detailed sound with excellent imaging and separation for its price. It's easy to drive, comfortable, and offers a neutral tuning that appeals to critical listeners, though it falls short of flagship-level refinement in stage size and midrange timbre.
- Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and imaging
- Pro:Neutral, well-balanced tuning
- Pro:Easy to drive with high sensitivity
- Con:Midrange timbre can sound slightly unnatural
- Con:Soundstage is not particularly wide
- Con:No noise cancellation or wireless features
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