Kiwi Ears Belle vs TRN Medusa: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Kiwi Ears Belle comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 79. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Kiwi Ears Belle - Great overall at around $30.

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

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

Kiwi Ears Belle leads on 4 of 4 measures.

Kiwi Ears Belle
TRN Medusa

HearWiki score

Sound

7.6

7.0

Value

9.1

7.3

Price (USD)

$30

$50

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

Kiwi Ears Belle (2025) against TRN Medusa (2024). 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.

Belle20251 yr newer
Medusa2024

Specifications

BelleMedusa

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $30; $50
HearWiki score: 79; 66
Released: 2025; 2024
Availability: Sold new; Discontinued
Driver: 1DD; 1DD
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver configuration: 1DD; 1DD
Driver size: 10 mm; 12 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 1
Impedance: 32 Ω; 30 Ω
Detachable cable: -; Yes
Connector: -; 2-pin 0.78 mm

Specification comparison of Kiwi Ears Belle vs TRN Medusa
Spec	Kiwi Ears Belle	TRN Medusa
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$30	$50
HearWiki score	79 / 100 Great	66 / 100 Good
Released	2025	2024
Audio
Driver	1DD	1DD
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver configuration	1DD	1DD
Driver size	10 mm	12 mm
Drivers per side	1	1
Impedance	32 Ω	30 Ω
Design
Detachable cable	-	Yes
Connector	-	2-pin 0.78 mm

What reviewers said

Kiwi Ears Belle

The Kiwi Ears Belle is a budget-friendly wired IEM that prioritizes a warm, bass-rich, and vocal-forward sound signature over analytical precision. It offers a comfortable, compact fit and solid build quality, making it a low-risk pick for everyday listening, though it trades some treble detail for a smooth, forgiving presentation. Its performance and included accessories make it feel more premium than its modest price suggests.

Pro:Warm, engaging bass response
Pro:Clean and vocal-forward midrange
Pro:Comfortable, compact shell for long sessions

Con:Treble extension is restrained, limiting air and sparkle
Con:Soundstage depth and layering are only average
Con:Not for listeners seeking high detail or analytical tuning

TRN Medusa

The TRN Medusa is a budget-friendly single-dynamic-driver in-ear monitor with a fun, bass-forward sound signature that leans warm to slightly V-shaped. It delivers punchy lows, forward mids, and energetic treble, making it engaging for bass lovers, though complex tracks may not be fully resolved and midrange body feels a bit lean. With a detachable modular cable and solid accessories, it offers good value for those seeking an exciting yet affordable listening experience.

Pro:Punchy, elevated bass with good impact
Pro:Engaging warm-to-V-shaped tuning
Pro:Detachable 0.78 mm cable with modular options

Con:Midrange body can feel thin or recessed
Con:Struggles with very complex or dense music
Con:No noise cancellation or isolation features

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

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