MOONDROP ARIA 2 vs Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red: which should you buy?

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

Our pick: Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red - Outstanding overall at around $65.

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

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

Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red leads on 4 of 4 measures.

MOONDROP ARIA 2
Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red

HearWiki score

Sound

8.0

8.1

Value

7.2

8.8

Price (USD)

$90

$65

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 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.

ARIA 22023
x Crinacle Zero Red2023

Specifications

ARIA 2x Crinacle Zero Red

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $90; $65
HearWiki score: 79; 82
Released: 2023; 2023
Availability: Still sold new; Still sold new
Driver: dynamic; 2DD
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver configuration: -; 2DD
Drivers per side: -; 2
Impedance: 33 Ω; 17.5 Ω
Active noise cancelling: No; -
Weight: 12 g; -
Connector: 2-pin 0.78 mm; -

Specification comparison of MOONDROP ARIA 2 vs Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red
Spec	MOONDROP ARIA 2	Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$90	$65
HearWiki score	79 / 100 Great	82 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2023	2023
Audio
Driver	dynamic	2DD
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver configuration	-	2DD
Drivers per side	-	2
Impedance	33 Ω	17.5 Ω
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	-
Design
Weight	12 g	-
Connector	2-pin 0.78 mm	-

What reviewers said

MOONDROP ARIA 2

The MOONDROP ARIA 2 is a wired dynamic IEM that delivers clear, detailed sound with a balanced tuning, making it a strong value around the $90 mark. Its ceramic-coated driver and solid build quality contribute to good imaging and a spacious soundstage, though the fit and bright upper mids may not suit everyone.

Pro:Excellent clarity and detail for the price
Pro:Solid build quality and comfortable design
Pro:Good soundstage and imaging

Con:Large nozzle may be uncomfortable for some
Con:Bass is lean and not for bassheads
Con:Upper midrange can sound shouty

Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red

This wired in-ear monitor pairs a 10 mm and a 7.8 mm dynamic driver in a dual-driver setup, tuned for a warm, natural sound signature. It’s designed to be comfortable for extended listening, making it a solid pick for those who prefer a relaxed, non-fatiguing presentation. With no ANC, it relies on passive isolation from its fit.

Pro:Warm, natural tuning for long sessions
Pro:Dual dynamic drivers for rich bass and detail
Pro:Comfortable fit for extended wear

Con:No active noise cancellation
Con:Requires a source with enough power (17.5 ohm impedance)
Con:Bulky shell may not suit small ears

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

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