Wired IEMs
Moondrop Blessing 2
84Great
$222
Full review dataMoondrop Blessing 2 vs TRUTHEAR NOVA: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Moondrop Blessing 2 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Moondrop Blessing 2 - Great overall at around $222.
Wired IEMs
TRUTHEAR NOVA
76Great
$170
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Moondrop Blessing 2
Sound8.5
Value8.0
TRUTHEAR NOVA
Sound7.8
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Moondrop Blessing 2 | TRUTHEAR NOVA |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $222 | $170 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 76 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2020 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 1 dynamic driver + 4 balanced armatures | 1DD + 4BA |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 5 | 5 |
| Frequency response | 9Hz-37kHz | 8Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | 22 Ω | 14.8 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 117 dB/mW | 123 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | - | 5.6 g |
| Detachable cable | Yes | Yes |
What reviewers said
Moondrop Blessing 2
The Moondrop Blessing 2 is a hybrid in-ear monitor that delivers a balanced, highly detailed sound with excellent imaging and separation for its price. It's easy to drive, comfortable, and offers a neutral tuning that appeals to critical listeners, though it falls short of flagship-level refinement in stage size and midrange timbre.
- Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and imaging
- Pro:Neutral, well-balanced tuning
- Pro:Easy to drive with high sensitivity
- Con:Midrange timbre can sound slightly unnatural
- Con:Soundstage is not particularly wide
- Con:No noise cancellation or wireless features
TRUTHEAR NOVA
The TRUTHEAR NOVA is a five-driver hybrid IEM that delivers a well-balanced, detailed sound with strong imaging and a smooth yet lively treble, making it a solid value in the mid-priced range. Its sub-bass is enjoyable and separation is impressive, but the lower mids can feel thin, and the stock cable is a weak point. The shell is also on the larger side, which may affect comfort for some listeners.
- Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and separation
- Pro:Well-balanced tuning with smooth treble
- Pro:Good sub-bass presence and imaging
- Con:Thin lower mids and occasional upper-mid glare
- Con:Stock cable is underwhelming
- Con:Large shell may cause fit issues
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