IVE, aespa, NewJeans, and LE SSERAFIM are the four biggest 4th-generation K-pop girl groups. Here is how they compare in style, sound, and commercial performance.
Category
IVE
aespa
NewJeans
LE SSERAFIM
Debut
Dec 2021
Nov 2020
Aug 2022
May 2022
Members
6
4
5
5
Company
Starship
SM Ent.
ADOR/HYBE
SOURCE/HYBE
Concept
Teen-fresh, confident
Metaverse, futuristic
Y2K retro, effortless
Fearless, self-empowered
Sound
Catchy pop hooks
Genre-bending experimental
Stripped-back pop/R&B
Dance-pop, EDM
Fandom
DIVE
MY
Bunnies
FEARNOT
Biggest Hit
LOVE DIVE
Next Level
Ditto
FEARLESS
Strength
Hit consistency
Vocal power & concept
Cultural impact
Performance & image
Which Group Should You Start With?
IVE if you like catchy, feel-good pop with confident energy.
aespa if you like experimental sounds and sci-fi concepts.
NewJeans if you like effortless, trendy pop with retro vibes.
LE SSERAFIM if you like polished dance-pop with empowering themes.
FAQ
Who is the biggest 4th gen girl group?
By album sales, IVE and aespa lead. By viral impact and cultural reach, NewJeans has had exceptional influence since debut.
What is the difference between IVE and aespa?
IVE focuses on confident teen-fresh pop with catchy hooks. aespa leans into futuristic concepts with genre-bending production and a metaverse storyline.