Wired IEMs
Kiwi Ears KE4
81Outstanding
$200
Full review dataKiwi Ears KE4 vs Xenns Mangird Tea Pro: 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
Xenns Mangird Tea Pro
78Great
$360
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Neither pulls ahead overall - they trade wins across the measures.
- Kiwi Ears KE4
- Xenns Mangird Tea Pro
HearWiki score
81
78
Sound
8.6
9.0
Value
8.6
8.7
Price (USD)
$200
$360
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
Both shipped in 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.
- KE42024
- Mangird Tea Pro2024
Specifications
KE4Mangird Tea Pro
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $200
- $360
- HearWiki score
- 81
- 78
- Released
- 2024
- 2024
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 2DD + 2BA hybrid
- 2DD + 6BA hybrid
- Driver type
- hybrid
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 2DD + 2BA
- 2DD + 6BA
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- -
- Drivers per side
- 4
- 8
- Impedance
- 28 Ω
- -
- Active noise cancelling
- 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 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
Xenns Mangird Tea Pro
This wired universal IEM combines two dynamic drivers with six balanced-armature drivers in a hybrid setup, using custom dynamics and upgraded armatures to deliver a detailed, multi-driver listening experience. It's designed for audiophiles who want a versatile, non-custom option with a detachable cable and standard 2-pin connectivity.
- Pro:Hybrid 8-driver design offers rich layering and detail
- Pro:Detachable 2-pin cable allows easy aftermarket upgrades
- Pro:Custom dynamic drivers enhance low-end punch and texture
- Con:No active noise cancellation for noisy environments
- Con:Requires a wired source, limiting portability convenience
- Con:Hybrid tuning may not suit those preferring single-driver coherence
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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