Wired IEMs
Moondrop JIU
74Good
$19
Full review dataMoondrop JIU vs Sennheiser IE 800 S: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sennheiser IE 800 S comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sennheiser IE 800 S - Great overall at around $38.
Wired IEMs
Sennheiser IE 800 S
78Great
$38
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Moondrop JIU
Sound7.5
Value8.0
Sennheiser IE 800 S
Sound8.5
Value6.0
Specifications
| Spec | Moondrop JIU | Sennheiser IE 800 S |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $19 | $38 |
| HearWiki score | 74 / 100 · Good | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2023 | 2017 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 10mm High-performance Dynamic Driver | Extra Wide Band (XWB) drivers |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 7 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-35kHz | 5Hz-46.5kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | No |
| Design | ||
| Weight | - | 8 g |
| Detachable cable | No | Yes |
| USB-C | Yes | No |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | - |
| Call noise reduction | DSP microphone | - |
What reviewers said
Moondrop JIU
The Moondrop JIU is an affordable wired USB-C earphone that delivers surprisingly polished sound for its price, with a well-tuned dynamic driver and a DSP microphone for calls. It's a sensible pick for casual listeners who value simplicity, though its non-detachable cable and occasionally bright treble may deter some. Overall, it offers solid value within the still-narrow field of DSP-equipped budget IEMs.
- Pro:Excellent tuning for the price
- Pro:Good technical performance for a budget model
- Pro:USB-C connectivity with DSP mic for clear calls
- Con:Treble can be overly bright for some
- Con:Fixed cable cannot be replaced
- Con:Not an elite technical performer
Sennheiser IE 800 S
The Sennheiser IE 800 S is a compact, high-end wired in-ear that impresses with its detailed, spacious sound and refined tuning, thanks to its single 7mm XWB driver. While it offers strong build quality and comfort, its premium price tag, noticeable cable noise, and some design quirks may give potential buyers pause.
- Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and expansive soundstage
- Pro:Natural, cohesive tuning with strong sub-bass
- Pro:Very small and lightweight for comfortable extended wear
- Con:High price that may not fully match performance
- Con:Noticeable cable microphonics
- Con:Not a neutral or linear frequency response
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