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Hidizs MP145 vs Moondrop Aria: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Hidizs MP145 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Hidizs MP145 - Great overall at around $207.

Score breakdown

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

Hidizs MP145
Sound8.5
Value8.0
Moondrop Aria
Sound8.5
Value8.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Hidizs MP145 vs Moondrop Aria
SpecHidizs MP145Moondrop Aria
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$207$116
HearWiki score84 / 100 · Great82 / 100 · Great
Released20232021
Audio
Driver14.5mm Ultra-large Planar Magnetic Driver10 mm LCP liquid crystal polymer dynamic driver
Driver size14.5 mm10 mm
Drivers per side11
Frequency response20Hz-40kHz5Hz-36kHz
Impedance30 Ω32 Ω
Sensitivity104 dB/mW122 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth-none
Multipoint pairing-No
Features
Active noise cancelling-No
Companion app-No
Custom EQ-No
Wear detection-No
Controls-none
Design
Weight19 g12 g
Detachable cableYes-
USB-CNoNo

What reviewers said

Hidizs MP145

The Hidizs MP145 is a wired planar magnetic IEM featuring a large 14.5mm driver, delivering a spacious and detailed sound with impressive bass and treble extension. It offers strong technical performance and excellent value for its price, though it requires a capable source to shine due to its lower sensitivity. Overall, it's a well-regarded option for enthusiasts seeking a lively and layered listening experience.

  • Pro:Spacious soundstage with excellent layering
  • Pro:Detailed treble and impactful bass
  • Pro:Great overall value for a planar IEM
  • Con:Needs more power than typical phones provide
  • Con:Low sensitivity can be demanding on weak sources
  • Con:Relatively large and heavy for an IEM

Moondrop Aria

The Moondrop Aria is a wired in-ear monitor that delivers a balanced, neutral-leaning sound with a touch of warmth and extra bass punch, making it a strong performer for its price. It's easy to drive from most devices thanks to its high sensitivity and 32-ohm impedance, and it offers solid build quality with a removable 2-pin cable. However, it lacks features like noise cancellation and controls, and its isolation is only average, so it's not ideal for noisy commutes.

  • Pro:Excellent tonal balance with natural midrange timbre
  • Pro:High sensitivity makes it easy to drive from phones
  • Pro:Solid build quality with removable 2-pin cable
  • Con:Average isolation, not suited for loud environments
  • Con:Cable is prone to tangling and transmits some noise
  • Con:No inline controls or microphone

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

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