FiiO FX17 vs Westone MACH 60: 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.

Our pick: FiiO FX17 - Outstanding overall at around $1499.

Wired IEMs

FiiO FX17

83Outstanding

$1,500

Full review data

Wired IEMs

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
Westone MACH 60

HearWiki score

Sound

9.0

6.6

Value

6.0

3.8

Price (USD)

$1,500

$1,210

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

The FiiO FX17 is 4 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 4 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

FX1720264 yr newer
MACH 602022

Specifications

FX17MACH 60

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $1,500; $1,210
HearWiki score: 83; 50
Released: 2026; 2022
Availability: Sold new; Discontinued
Driver: 1DD + 4BA + 8EST tribrid; 6× balanced armature
Driver type: tribrid; balanced-armature
Driver configuration: 1DD + 4BA + 8EST; -
Driver size: 10 mm; -
Drivers per side: 13; 6
Frequency response: -; 8 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance: 16 Ω; 35 Ω
Sensitivity: 99 dB/mW; -
Active noise cancelling: No; No
Controls: -; none
Weight: 12.2 g; 3 g
Detachable cable: Yes; Yes
USB-C: -; No
Connector: 4.4 mm balanced; MMCX

Specification comparison of FiiO FX17 vs Westone MACH 60
Spec	FiiO FX17	Westone MACH 60
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$1,500	$1,210
HearWiki score	83 / 100 Outstanding	50 / 100 Weak
Released	2026	2022
Audio
Driver	1DD + 4BA + 8EST tribrid	6× balanced armature
Driver type	tribrid	balanced-armature
Driver configuration	1DD + 4BA + 8EST	-
Driver size	10 mm	-
Drivers per side	13	6
Frequency response	-	8 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	16 Ω	35 Ω
Sensitivity	99 dB/mW	-
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	No
Controls	-	none
Design
Weight	12.2 g	3 g
Detachable cable	Yes	Yes
USB-C	-	No
Connector	4.4 mm balanced	MMCX

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

Westone MACH 60

The Westone MACH 60 delivers a balanced, natural sound signature with impressive vocal clarity and smooth treble, wrapped in an exceptionally comfortable, lightweight shell. Its six balanced armature drivers provide strong detail and realistic staging, though it benefits from a quality source to avoid sounding flat. Overall, it's a versatile, technically capable IEM for critical listening sessions.

Pro:Balanced and natural tuning
Pro:Excellent comfort for long wear
Pro:Strong detail retrieval and vocal imaging

Con:Pricey for the feature set
Con:Can sound flat with weaker sources
Con:No included controls or wireless options

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

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