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Meze Audio Alba vs Twistura Woodnote: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Twistura Woodnote comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Twistura Woodnote - Great overall at around $160.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Twistura Woodnote leads on 2 of 4 measures.

  • Meze Audio Alba
  • Twistura Woodnote
HearWiki score
72
82
Sound
7.5
8.5
Value
8.0
8.0
Price (USD)
$160
$160

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

Twistura Woodnote (2025) against Meze Audio Alba (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.

  • Alba2024
  • Woodnote20251 yr newer

Specifications

AlbaWoodnote
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$160
$160
HearWiki score
72
82
Released
2024
2025
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
1DD
10 mm driver
Driver type
dynamic
-
Driver configuration
1DD
-
Driver size
10.8 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
-
Impedance
32 Ω
18 Ω
Sensitivity
109 dB/mW
-
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Weight
14 g
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
Connector
2-pin 0.78 mm
2-pin 0.78 mm

What reviewers said

Meze Audio Alba

The Meze Audio Alba is a lightweight, wired single-dynamic-driver IEM that delivers a mildly V-shaped, engaging sound with solid build quality and strong comfort. It performs well as an entry-level option around its price point, offering coherent tonality and good value, though its treble can be slightly intense and the stock cable may frustrate some users. Overall, it's a capable, well-rounded choice for those seeking a natural yet lively listen without extra features like noise cancellation.

  • Pro:Comfortable and featherlight design
  • Pro:Coherent, engaging sound signature
  • Pro:Good build quality for the price
  • Con:Treble can run a bit hot for sensitive listeners
  • Con:Included cable is awkward to handle
  • Con:Stock ear tips may not suit everyone

Twistura Woodnote

The Twistura Woodnote is a wired single-dynamic-driver IEM that delivers a warm, natural, and musical sound while remaining technically capable, with particularly strong imaging. Its standout feature is an interchangeable nozzle system that lets listeners shift the tuning from bass-heavy to a cleaner, more treble-focused profile, adding versatility. With excellent build quality, comfort, and a generous accessory set, it presents a compelling value for around $160.

  • Pro:Versatile tuning via interchangeable nozzles and ear tips
  • Pro:Warm, engaging, and natural sound with good detail retrieval
  • Pro:Excellent build quality and comfortable fit
  • Con:No active noise cancellation, so isolation depends entirely on fit and tips
  • Con:Stock tuning may be too warm for those seeking a neutral or bright signature
  • Con:Requires tip rolling or nozzle swapping to fully unlock its potential

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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