Wired IEMs
Kiwi Ears KE4
84Outstanding
$200
Full review dataKiwi Ears KE4 vs Moondrop STARFIELD II: which should you buy?
Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Kiwi Ears KE4 vs Moondrop STARFIELD II, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.
Wired IEMs
Moondrop STARFIELD II
Not yet scored
$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
- Moondrop STARFIELD II
HearWiki score
84
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Sound
8.6
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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 Moondrop STARFIELD II (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
- STARFIELD II2023
Specifications
KE4STARFIELD II
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $200
- $110
- HearWiki score
- 84
- Not scored
- Released
- 2024
- 2023
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 2DD + 2BA hybrid
- 10 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- hybrid
- dynamic
- Driver configuration
- 2DD + 2BA
- -
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 4
- -
- Impedance
- 28 Ω
- 15 Ω
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- -
- Detachable cable
- 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 STARFIELD II
The Starfield II is a wired in-ear monitor featuring a 10mm dynamic driver with a magnesium-lithium alloy dome for low distortion, delivering a balanced and detailed sound signature. It connects via a standard 0.78mm two-pin cable, making it easy to swap aftermarket cables. Priced around $110, it's a solid choice for listeners seeking a refined, neutral-tuned IEM without active noise cancellation.
- Pro:Low-distortion dynamic driver for clean audio
- Pro:Detachable 0.78mm two-pin cable for easy upgrades
- Pro:Comfortable fit for extended listening
- Con:No noise cancellation, so ambient sound leaks in
- Con:Requires a separate amplifier for best performance
- Con:Cable may be stiff for some users
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