Aful Explorer VS Fiio FD 15

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

Aful Explorer and Fiio FD 15 are in-ear monitors. Aful Explorer costs $120 while Fiio FD 15 costs $150. Fiio FD 15 is $30 more expensive. Both score 7.3 from reviewers. Fiio FD 15 has significantly better mids with a 2-point edge, Aful Explorer has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, Aful Explorer has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and Fiio FD 15 has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Aful Explorer
7.3 /10
Jaytiss Score
Fiio FD 15
7.3 /10
Score gap: 0.0
Metric Aful Explorer Fiio FD 15
Mids 5 7
Treble 7 6
Soundstage 6 7
Dynamics 7 5
Tonality 6.3 6.3
Technicalities 7 6
Take these comparisons with a grain of salt—we don't have enough Aful Explorer and Fiio FD 15 reviews saved yet to provide an unbiased result.

Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Fiio FD 15 reviewed by

Jaytiss 7.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech
Balanced and even. Solid set that is mid focused.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: A- Treble: B Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: A-

Aful Explorer Details

Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA

Tuning Type: Neutral with Bass Boost

Brand: AFUL Top AFUL IEMs

Price (Msrp): $120

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Fiio FD 15 Details

Driver Configuration:

Tuning Type: n/a

Brand: FiiO Top FiiO IEMs

Price (Msrp): $150

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Aful Explorer Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

A-
  • You get a controlled, composed performance, marrying decent clarity with a still-modest sense of space. A safe technical performer for the price bracket.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble A-
The treble is exquisitely tuned, combining crystal detail with relaxed delivery. Micro-details emerge effortlessly.
Dynamics A-
You get outstanding dynamic agility, from subtle nuances to big hits. Impact comes with quick recovery.
Soundstage B
You can map the ensemble with confidence thanks to solid spacing and coherent depth layering. Ambient effects feel believable.

Fiio FD 15 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Mids A-
Midrange performance is excellent, with natural timbre and great detail. Vocals feel lifelike and full-bodied.
Treble B
Treble is articulate and clean, adding excitement without harshness. It adds sparkle without harshness.
Dynamics C+
Dynamic performance is decent, delivering respectable macro swings with limited nuance. There's a fair amount of macrodynamic swing.
Soundstage A-
Excellent spatial presentation that is wide, deep, and tall with precise instrument placement. Width, depth, and height all feel expanded.

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