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Kiwi Ears Astral vs Letshuoer Astralis: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Kiwi Ears Astral comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Kiwi Ears Astral - Great overall at around $299.

Score breakdown

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

Kiwi Ears Astral leads on 3 of 4 measures.

  • Kiwi Ears Astral
  • Letshuoer Astralis
HearWiki score
81
73
Sound
8.6
7.7
Value
8.3
8.0
Price (USD)
$300
$190

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

Letshuoer Astralis (2026) against Kiwi Ears Astral (2025). These are 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.

  • Astral2025
  • Astralis20261 yr newer

Specifications

AstralAstralis
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$300
$190
HearWiki score
81
73
Released
2025
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
1DD + 6BA hybrid
15.5 mm planar magnetic
Driver type
hybrid
planar
Driver configuration
1DD + 6BA
-
Driver size
10 mm
15.5 mm
Drivers per side
7
-
Impedance
23 Ω
-
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Water resistance
IPX4
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
Connector
-
2-pin 0.78 mm

What reviewers said

Kiwi Ears Astral

The Kiwi Ears Astral is a hybrid wired IEM that blends a dynamic driver with six balanced armatures, delivering a bass-forward yet detailed sound with smooth highs and a natural midrange. While it offers strong clarity, good instrument separation, and a comfortable fit for many, its large shells may cause fatigue over long sessions, and the mid-bass and lower midrange could feel leaner than some listeners prefer. Overall, it's a well-rounded performer in the $300 range, though not perfectly neutral due to its elevated low end and relaxed treble.

  • Pro:Deep, impactful sub-bass with good control
  • Pro:Clear and detailed treble without harshness
  • Pro:Natural midrange with good instrument separation
  • Con:Large shells may reduce comfort during extended listening
  • Con:Limited included eartip selection
  • Con:Mid-bass punch and lower midrange can seem thin

Letshuoer Astralis

The Letshuoer Astralis is a wired in-ear monitor featuring a 15.5 mm fifth-generation planar magnetic driver, designed for high-fidelity listening with portable or balanced audio gear. It uses a standard 2-pin connector and lacks active noise cancellation, focusing purely on sound quality for audiophiles.

  • Pro:Large planar driver for detailed, low-distortion sound
  • Pro:Wired design ensures stable, lossless audio transmission
  • Pro:Compatible with balanced sources for enhanced performance
  • Con:No active noise cancellation, so external noise may intrude
  • Con:Requires a quality source to fully utilize its capabilities
  • Con:Limited to wired use, not convenient for wireless setups

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

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