FiiO FX17 vs Letshuoer EJ07: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the FiiO FX17 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 83. 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.
FiiO FX17 leads on 3 of 4 measures.
- FiiO FX17
- Letshuoer EJ07
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?
The FiiO FX17 is 7 years newer, but it is 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. For 7 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.
- FX1720267 yr newer
- EJ072019
Specifications
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $1,500
- $900
- HearWiki score
- 83
- 60
- Released
- 2026
- 2019
- Availability
- Sold new
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 1DD + 4BA + 8EST tribrid
- tribrid
- Driver type
- tribrid
- tribrid
- Driver configuration
- 1DD + 4BA + 8EST
- -
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 13
- -
- Impedance
- 16 Ω
- 17 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 99 dB/mW
- -
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- Weight
- 12.2 g
- -
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- -
- Connector
- 4.4 mm balanced
- -
What reviewers said
FiiO FX17
The FiiO FX17 is a premium wired tribrid IEM that combines a 10mm dynamic driver, four balanced armatures, and eight electrostatic drivers per side for a detailed, multi-layered sound. Its titanium shell and five-way crossover aim to deliver a refined, high-resolution listening experience, while the included 4.4mm balanced cable offers versatility for audiophile setups.
- Pro:Precision-milled titanium shell for durability and resonance control
- Pro:Hybrid driver array (1DD + 4BA + 8EST) offers expansive treble and dynamic bass
- Pro:Swappable plugs on the cable provide flexible connectivity
- Con:No active noise cancellation, requiring a quiet environment or isolation tips
- Con:High price point may limit accessibility
- Con:16-ohm impedance may need a powerful source for optimal performance
Letshuoer EJ07
The Letshuoer EJ07 is a wired tribrid in-ear monitor that delivers strong technical performance, particularly in separation and layering, with a clean, resolving character that suits vocals and guitars. Its tuning leans clinical and specialized, with a lighter sub-bass and subdued highs, which may not appeal to all listeners. While it excels in clarity and detail, its high price and some cable quirks make it a niche choice rather than a universal recommendation.Pros: ["Excellent separation and layering for complex tracks", "Resolving and detailed treble extension", "Clean, well-defined midrange for vocals and guitars", "Solid build quality with a premium feel"], "cons": ["Clinical tuning that may lack warmth", "Sub-bass presence is limited", "Treble can sound subdued or rolled-off", "High asking price relative to overall value"]}
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