TINHIFI T5S VS Kiwi Ears ETUDE

TINHIFI T5S and Kiwi Ears ETUDE are in-ear monitors. TINHIFI T5S costs $129 while Kiwi Ears ETUDE costs $119. TINHIFI T5S is $10 more expensive. Kiwi Ears ETUDE holds a decisive 1.7-point edge in reviewer scores (5.3 vs 7). Kiwi Ears ETUDE has significantly better mids with a 1-point edge, Kiwi Ears ETUDE has significantly better treble with a 2-point edge and Kiwi Ears ETUDE has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge.

Jaytiss Score

TINHIFI T5S

5.3 /10

Jaytiss Score

Kiwi Ears ETUDE

7 /10

Score gap: 1.7

Metric	TINHIFI T5S	Kiwi Ears ETUDE
Mids	5	6
Treble	3	5
Soundstage	6	6
Dynamics	5	7
Tonality	4.3	6
Technicalities	3	5

Take these comparisons with a grain of salt—we don't have enough TINHIFI T5S and Kiwi Ears ETUDE reviews saved yet to provide an unbiased result.

Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

TINHIFI T5S reviewed by

5.3 Reviewer Score

C- Tuning

D Tech

Great tonal balance, only lacks in imaging and highs.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel

Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B

Kiwi Ears ETUDE reviewed by

7 Reviewer Score

B Tuning

C+ Tech

This is a unique sound, for neutral I prefere Airoso.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel

Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B

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Tuning Type: n/a

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Driver Configuration: 1DD+3BA+1VT

Tuning Type: V-Shaped

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TINHIFI T5S Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

C-

It struggles with balance, producing a lumpy response that rarely sounds coherent. Genre hopping highlights glaring inconsistencies.

Average Technical Grade

Textural information blurs together, making the stage feel pinched and gray. Instrument edges blur together frequently.

Mids C+

Midrange performance is decent, offering balanced presence without major flaws. It works well for casual background listening.

Treble D

Highs feel erratic, with dips and spikes that make the signature unpredictable. It alternates between splashy and dull.

Dynamics C+

Expect solid impact overall, even if finer gradations feel a touch smoothed. Micro-details could still be sharper.

Soundstage B

You can map the ensemble with confidence thanks to solid spacing and coherent depth layering. Ambient effects feel believable.

Kiwi Ears ETUDE Scorings

Average Tunign Grade

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

Average Technical Grade

C+

The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.

Mids B

It offers engaging mid frequencies with pleasing clarity and layering. Details emerge without becoming harsh.

Treble C+

Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.

Dynamics A-

The system snaps into action with precision, highlighting every swell. Recordings feel energetic and alive.

Soundstage B

A satisfying balance of width and depth yields a stage that feels organized and engaging. Imaging lines up with the intended mix.

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