Wired IEMs
Kiwi Ears KE4
84Outstanding
$200
Full review dataKiwi Ears KE4 vs Moondrop Blessing 2: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Kiwi Ears KE4 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 84. 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
Moondrop Blessing 2
67Good
$330
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Kiwi Ears KE4 leads on 4 of 4 measures.
- Kiwi Ears KE4
- Moondrop Blessing 2
HearWiki score
84
67
Sound
8.6
8.1
Value
8.6
5.8
Price (USD)
$200
$330
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 Kiwi Ears KE4 is 4 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 4 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.
- KE420244 yr newer
- Blessing 22020
Specifications
KE4Blessing 2
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $200
- $330
- HearWiki score
- 84
- 67
- Released
- 2024
- 2020
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 2DD + 2BA hybrid
- 1DD + 4BA hybrid
- Driver type
- hybrid
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 2DD + 2BA
- 1DD + 4BA
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 4
- 5
- Frequency response
- -
- 9 Hz - 37 kHz
- Impedance
- 28 Ω
- 22 Ω
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
What reviewers said
Kiwi Ears KE4
The Kiwi Ears KE4 is a wired hybrid IEM that offers a balanced, relaxing sound with a distinct twist on the popular 'New Meta' tuning, adding extra bass and treble sparkle. It delivers solid midrange clarity and a comfortable fit, making it a versatile choice for many genres, though its smooth presentation may not excite those seeking aggressive or highly dynamic sound.
- Pro:Well-balanced hybrid tuning with rich lower mids and airy treble
- Pro:Comfortable fit and broad genre versatility
- Pro:Good resolution and clarity for its price
- Con:Sub-bass can get overpowering at times
- Con:Limited resolving power and dynamic impact
- Con:Smooth tuning may feel less exciting than V-shaped alternatives
Moondrop Blessing 2
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is a highly regarded hybrid in-ear monitor that blends a dynamic driver with four balanced armatures to deliver a neutral, detailed sound signature. It offers impressive imaging, separation, and a wide soundstage for its price, making it a strong value pick for critical listeners. While it lacks noise cancellation and some may find its midrange timbre slightly dry, it remains a benchmark for performance under $350.
- Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and clarity
- Pro:Neutral, well-balanced tuning
- Pro:Great imaging and soundstage width
- Con:Midrange timbre can sound slightly dry or unnatural
- Con:Soundstage depth is somewhat limited
- Con:No noise cancellation or wireless functionality
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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