
Kiwi Ears KE4 vs Ziigaat Luna: 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.
Score 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
- Ziigaat Luna
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?
Ziigaat Luna (2025) against Kiwi Ears KE4 (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
- Luna20251 yr newer
Specifications
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $200
- $380
- HearWiki score
- 84
- 73
- Released
- 2024
- 2025
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 2DD + 2BA hybrid
- 6BA
- Driver type
- hybrid
- balanced-armature
- Driver configuration
- 2DD + 2BA
- 6BA
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- -
- Drivers per side
- 4
- 6
- Impedance
- 28 Ω
- 26 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
Ziigaat Luna
The Ziigaat Luna is a wired, all-balanced-armature IEM that delivers a fast, clean, and highly detailed sound with impressive treble extension and imaging. Its tuning is refined and technical, though its bass is controlled rather than punchy, and the timbre may not suit those used to dynamic drivers. It's a strong choice for listeners prioritizing resolution and precision in a comfortable shell.
- Pro:Excellent micro-detail and treble extension
- Pro:Strong imaging and instrument separation
- Pro:Fast, clean, and precise presentation
- Con:Bass lacks weight and slam
- Con:Sub-bass presence is reduced
- Con:Balanced-armature timbre may sound unnatural to some
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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