Moondrop Aria Snow Edition vs Sivga Lyrebird: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Sivga Lyrebird comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Sivga Lyrebird - Outstanding overall at around $149.

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

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

Sivga Lyrebird leads on 3 of 4 measures.

Moondrop Aria Snow Edition
Sivga Lyrebird

HearWiki score

Sound

7.5

8.4

Value

5.8

9.0

Price (USD)

$80

$150

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

The Sivga Lyrebird is 4 years newer, but it is 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. For 4 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

Aria Snow Edition2022
Lyrebird20264 yr newer

Specifications

Aria Snow EditionLyrebird

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $80; $150
HearWiki score: 69; 81
Released: 2022; 2026
Availability: Discontinued; Sold new
Driver: 10 mm dynamic; 4-driver hybrid
Driver type: dynamic; hybrid
Driver size: 10 mm; 10 mm
Drivers per side: -; 4
Frequency response: -; 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance: 32 Ω; 14 Ω
Active noise cancelling: -; No
Weight: -; 6.5 g
Detachable cable: Yes; Yes
USB-C: -; No
Connector: -; 4.4 mm balanced
Balanced connection: -; Yes

Specification comparison of Moondrop Aria Snow Edition vs Sivga Lyrebird
Spec	Moondrop Aria Snow Edition	Sivga Lyrebird
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$80	$150
HearWiki score	69 / 100 Good	81 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2022	2026
Audio
Driver	10 mm dynamic	4-driver hybrid
Driver type	dynamic	hybrid
Driver size	10 mm	10 mm
Drivers per side	-	4
Frequency response	-	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	32 Ω	14 Ω
Features
Active noise cancelling	-	No
Design
Weight	-	6.5 g
Detachable cable	Yes	Yes
USB-C	-	No
Connector	-	4.4 mm balanced
Balanced connection	-	Yes

What reviewers said

Moondrop Aria Snow Edition

The Moondrop Aria Snow Edition is a wired in-ear monitor featuring a 10mm dynamic driver with a first-generation DLC composite diaphragm. It comes with a detachable silver-plated oxygen-free-copper cable, offering a refined sound signature in a budget-friendly package. With no active noise cancellation, it relies on passive isolation from its fit.

Pro:Detachable cable for easy replacement
Pro:Dynamic driver with DLC diaphragm for detailed sound
Pro:Affordable price point for the performance

Con:No active noise cancellation
Con:Requires a source with sufficient power due to 32 ohm impedance
Con:Cable may be prone to tangling

Sivga Lyrebird

The Sivga Lyrebird is a wired quad-driver hybrid IEM that delivers a lively, well-separated sound with punchy bass and smooth treble, appealing to both music lovers and gamers. Its lightweight, comfortable build and premium construction add to its value, though the 4.4mm balanced-only connection may require an adapter for many users. Overall, it offers strong technical performance for the price, with minor caveats in sub-bass depth and tuning for certain genres.

Pro:Excellent soundstage and instrument separation
Pro:Energetic, engaging tuning with smooth treble
Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for long sessions

Con:4.4mm balanced plug limits compatibility without adapter
Con:Sub-bass depth could be stronger
Con:Tuning less convincing with heavier music

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

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