Wired IEMs
Kiwi Ears KE4
81Outstanding
$200
Full review dataKiwi Ears KE4 vs Letshuoer x Gizaudio Galileo: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Kiwi Ears KE4 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 KE4 - Outstanding overall at around $199.
Wired IEMs
Letshuoer x Gizaudio Galileo
69Good
$110
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Kiwi Ears KE4 leads on 3 of 4 measures.
- Kiwi Ears KE4
- Letshuoer x Gizaudio Galileo
HearWiki score
81
69
Sound
8.6
7.8
Value
8.6
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Price (USD)
$200
$110
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 KE4 (2024) against Letshuoer x Gizaudio Galileo (2023). 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.
- KE420241 yr newer
- x Gizaudio Galileo2023
Specifications
KE4x Gizaudio Galileo
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $200
- $110
- HearWiki score
- 81
- 69
- Released
- 2024
- 2023
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 2DD + 2BA hybrid
- hybrid
- Driver type
- hybrid
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 2DD + 2BA
- -
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 4
- -
- Impedance
- 28 Ω
- 14 Ω
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- -
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- -
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- -
What reviewers said
Kiwi Ears KE4
The Kiwi Ears KE4 is a hybrid IEM that delivers a balanced, smooth sound signature with a touch of added bass and treble sparkle, making it a versatile choice for many genres. It offers solid clarity and a comfortable fit, though its tuning leans relaxed rather than aggressive, and it lacks the ultimate resolving power of pricier models. Overall, it's a polished performer around the $200 mark that suits listeners who prefer a neutral yet slightly warm presentation.
- Pro:Well-balanced tuning with a relaxing character
- Pro:Rich lower mids and airy treble
- Pro:Comfortable fit for long sessions
- Con:Sub-bass can feel a bit overpowering at times
- Con:Limited dynamics and resolving power compared to top-tier IEMs
- Con:Accessories are minimal
Letshuoer x Gizaudio Galileo
The Galileo is a hybrid in-ear monitor that prioritizes a natural, balanced midrange over flashy tuning, offering a refined and easygoing listen for its price point. While its technical abilities are solid, they don't push boundaries, making it a dependable choice for those who value tonal accuracy over showy detail.
- Pro:Well-balanced, natural midrange tuning
- Pro:Refined and smooth overall sound
- Pro:Good value for its price range
- Con:Not groundbreaking in technical performance
- Con:Lacks extra features like noise cancellation
- Con:May not appeal to those seeking a more energetic or V-shaped sound
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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