Best Active Nearfield Monitors 2026
Top-rated active nearfield monitors 2026 - expert picks for every budget and skill level
Last updated: February 11, 2026 • Next update: February 18, 2026
#1
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4.5/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor Pro
Critical Listening
Mix Position
Studio Monitoring
Key Feature:
• Wide range of professional options
✓ PROS
- • Wide range of professional options
- • Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
✗ CONS
- • Requires AC power for each speaker
- • Limited upgrade flexibility
IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor ProActive 2-Way MonitorEquipped with: 3" woofer/midrange driver with bass reflex...
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4.5/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 599394
$611
#2
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4.8/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
KS Digital A200 MK2 left
by
KS Digital
Studio Monitoring
Critical Listening
Professional Studio
Key Feature:
• Excellent for mix translation
✓ PROS
- • Accurate frequency response
- • Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
✗ CONS
- • Limited upgrade flexibility
- • Expensive professional models
KS Digital A200 MK2 leftActive 3-Way Midfield Studio MonitorLeft monitorFIRTEC technology10" Woofer3"...
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4.8/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 506489
$2,859
#3
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4.7/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
EVE Audio EXO 25
by
EVE Audio
Studio Monitoring
Critical Listening
Mix Position
Key Feature:
• Excellent for mix translation
✓ PROS
- • Professional studio standard
- • Accurate frequency response
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • Requires AC power for each speaker
EVE Audio EXO 25Active 2-Way MonitorDrivers: One 5" (130 mm) woofer with coated aluminum (CAL) diaphragm and one...
⭐
4.7/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 617209
$637
#4
⭐
5.0/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Kali Audio IN-8 White 2nd Wave
by
Kali Audio
Critical Listening
Mix Position
Professional Studio
Key Feature:
• Wide range of professional options
✓ PROS
- • Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
- • Professional studio standard
✗ CONS
- • Professional models can be large
- • Expensive professional models
Kali Audio IN-8 White 2nd WaveActive Nearfield Monitor3-Way system with coaxial midrange / tweeterDrivers: 8"...
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5.0/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 562120
$439
#5
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4.7/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Monkey Banana Turbo 8 black
Professional Studio
Studio Monitoring
Critical Listening
Key Feature:
• Wide range of professional options
✓ PROS
- • Wide range of professional options
- • Professional studio standard
✗ CONS
- • Limited upgrade flexibility
- • Requires AC power for each speaker
Monkey Banana Turbo 8 blackActive Nearfield MonitorWoofer: 8 inch magnetically shielded polypropylene / ceramic...
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4.7/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 274241
$406
#6
⭐
5.0/5
(17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Kali Audio IN-5 White
by
Kali Audio
Mix Position
Critical Listening
Studio Monitoring
Key Feature:
• Professional studio standard
✓ PROS
- • Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
- • Professional studio standard
✗ CONS
- • Professional models can be large
- • Requires AC power for each speaker
Kali Audio IN-5 WhiteActive Nearfield Monitor3-Way system with coaxial midrange / tweeterDrivers: 5" woofer4"...
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5.0/5
(17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 524239
$384
#7
⭐
4.7/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Dynaudio LYD-48 White Left
by
Dynaudio
Mix Position
Critical Listening
Studio Monitoring
Key Feature:
• Wide range of professional options
✓ PROS
- • Professional studio standard
- • Wide range of professional options
✗ CONS
- • Limited upgrade flexibility
- • May require acoustic treatment
Dynaudio LYD-48 White LeftActive 3-Way Near / Midfield MonitorLeft monitor8" Woofer4" Mid Range...
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4.7/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 406869
$1,209
#8
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4.9/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Teenage Engineering OD-11
Professional Studio
Critical Listening
Studio Monitoring
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for mix translation
- • Professional studio standard
✗ CONS
- • Limited upgrade flexibility
- • May require acoustic treatment
Teenage Engineering OD-11Wireless cloud speakerBased on the legendary Carlsson speaker from 1974Equipped with a...
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4.9/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 383639
$1,088
#9
⭐
4.7/5
(10 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
EVE Audio EXO 28
by
EVE Audio
Professional Studio
Mix Position
Studio Monitoring
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for mix translation
- • Accurate frequency response
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • Requires AC power for each speaker
EVE Audio EXO 28Active 2-Way MonitorDrivers: One 8" (200 mm) woofer with coated aluminum (CAL) cone and one EXO...
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4.7/5
(10 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 617216
$989
#10
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4.7/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
ADAM Audio A7V
by
ADAM Audio
Mix Position
Professional Studio
Critical Listening
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
✓ PROS
- • Wide range of professional options
- • Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
✗ CONS
- • May require acoustic treatment
- • Professional models can be large
ADAM Audio A7VActive 2-Way Bass Reflex Nearfield MonitorDrivers: 7" MLM wooferrotatable X-ART tweeter + HPS...
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4.7/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 540683
$659
#11
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4.5/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
ADAM Audio T5V M-Control Bundle
by
ADAM Audio
Critical Listening
Professional Studio
Studio Monitoring
Key Feature:
• Wide range of professional options
✓ PROS
- • Professional studio standard
- • Excellent for mix translation
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • Limited upgrade flexibility
ADAM Audio T5V M-Control Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, 2x ADAM Audio T5V*Active Nearfield Monitor*Equipped with:...
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4.5/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 593766
$428
#12
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4.4/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
EVE Audio SC204
by
EVE Audio
Studio Monitoring
Professional Studio
Mix Position
Key Feature:
• Accurate frequency response
✓ PROS
- • Professional studio standard
- • Excellent for mix translation
✗ CONS
- • Limited upgrade flexibility
- • Professional models can be large
EVE Audio SC204Active 2-Way Studio MonitorFrequency range (-3db): 64 Hz - 21 kHzTweeter: AMT RS1Mid-woofer: 100 mm...
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4.4/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 292683
$395
#13
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5.0/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Kali Audio LP-UNF White
by
Kali Audio
Studio Monitoring
Professional Studio
Critical Listening
Key Feature:
• Wide range of professional options
✓ PROS
- • Accurate frequency response
- • Wide range of professional options
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • Requires AC power for each speaker
Kali Audio LP-UNF WhiteActive Desktop Monitor Speaker SystemWith USB and BluetoothTouch-volume controlBoundary EQ for...
⭐
5.0/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 604916
$373
#14
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4.7/5
(35 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
EVE Audio SC3070 SoundID Bundle
by
EVE Audio
Critical Listening
Studio Monitoring
Professional Studio
Key Feature:
• Accurate frequency response
✓ PROS
- • Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
- • Professional studio standard
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • Professional models can be large
EVE Audio SC3070 SoundID Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, EVE Audio SC3070 right*Active 3-Way Near Midfield Monitor...
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4.7/5
(35 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 601883
$3,453
#15
⭐
4.9/5
(12 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Genelec 8331 AM
by
Genelec
Critical Listening
Professional Studio
Mix Position
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for mix translation
- • Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • Limited upgrade flexibility
Genelec 8331 AMActive 3-Way Studio MonitorEquipped with: 2 Oval woofers 5.13" x 2.13" and coax mid-tweeters...
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4.9/5
(12 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 502407
$2,386
How to Choose the Best Active Nearfield Monitors
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced active nearfield monitors typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
