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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.

Our pick: Moondrop Blessing 2 - Great overall at around $222.

Score breakdown

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

FiiO FA7S
Sound8.0
Value7.5
Moondrop Blessing 2
Sound8.5
Value8.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of FiiO FA7S vs Moondrop Blessing 2
SpecFiiO FA7SMoondrop Blessing 2
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$170$222
HearWiki score78 / 100 · Great84 / 100 · Great
Released20212020
Audio
Driver6 balanced armature drivers1 dynamic driver + 4 balanced armatures
Driver size-10 mm
Drivers per side65
Frequency response10Hz-40kHz9Hz-37kHz
Impedance18 Ω22 Ω
Sensitivity111 dB/mW117 dB/mW
Wireless
Multipoint pairing-No
Features
Active noise cancelling-No
Design
Weight8.4 g-
Detachable cableYesYes
USB-CNo-

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

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

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