Wired IEMs
Hisenior Mega5EST
84Outstanding
$650
Full review dataHisenior Mega5EST vs Westone B30: which should you buy?
Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Hisenior Mega5EST vs Westone B30, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.
Wired IEMs
Westone B30
Not yet scored
$450
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Hisenior Mega5EST leads on 3 of 4 measures.
- Hisenior Mega5EST
- Westone B30
HearWiki score
84
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Sound
9.1
-
Value
8.3
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Price (USD)
$650
$450
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 Hisenior Mega5EST is 3 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 3 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.
- Mega5EST20233 yr newer
- B302020
Specifications
Mega5ESTB30
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $650
- $450
- HearWiki score
- 84
- Not scored
- Released
- 2023
- 2020
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 1DD + 2BA + 2EST tribrid
- 3× balanced armature
- Driver type
- tribrid
- balanced-armature
- Driver configuration
- 1DD + 2BA + 2EST
- -
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- -
- Drivers per side
- 5
- 3
- Frequency response
- -
- 15 Hz - 18 kHz
- Impedance
- 25 Ω
- 30 Ω
- Sensitivity
- -
- 107 dB/mW
- Active noise cancelling
- -
- No
- ANC type
- -
- none
- Transparency mode
- -
- No
- Companion app
- -
- No
- Custom EQ
- -
- No
- Wear detection
- -
- No
- Controls
- -
- buttons
- Weight
- 6 g
- -
- Water resistance
- -
- IPX4
- Detachable cable
- -
- Yes
- USB-C
- -
- No
- Connector
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
- MMCX
What reviewers said
Hisenior Mega5EST
The Hisenior Mega5EST is a premium wired tribrid IEM that pairs a dynamic driver, dual balanced armatures, and dual electrostatic drivers for a cohesive, engaging sound. Its tuning leans toward musical enjoyment rather than clinical analysis, wrapped in a lightweight, well-built shell with a generous accessory set. The overall presentation is balanced and easy to listen to, making it a versatile choice for those seeking high-end performance without fatigue.
- Pro:Engaging, pleasure-oriented tuning that remains balanced and cohesive
- Pro:Premium build quality with a lightweight, comfortable fit
- Pro:Includes a robust accessory set and quality cable
- Con:Shell color may not perfectly match the faceplates aesthetically
- Con:Tuning favors broad appeal over extreme technical precision
- Con:No active noise cancellation, limiting isolation to passive means
Westone B30
The Westone B30 is a wired in-ear monitor built around three balanced armature drivers, aimed at professionals and audiophiles seeking a precise, detailed sound. It offers a detachable MMCX cable and an IPX4 rating for sweat and splash resistance, making it a durable choice for critical listening on the go.
- Pro:Detailed and accurate sound from triple balanced armature drivers
- Pro:Detachable MMCX cable allows easy replacement or upgrade
- Pro:IPX4 water resistance protects against sweat and light rain
- Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
- Con:Requires a wired connection, no Bluetooth or USB-C
- Con:No companion app or custom EQ options
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