JBL Vibe Flex JBLVFLEXBEGAM
Technics EAH-AZ80
What Buyers Say
JBL Vibe Flex JBLVFLEXBEGAM
The JBL Vibe Flex earbuds are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, comfortable fit, and impressive battery life, especially given the affordable price. Users appreciate the easy pairing, compact charging case, and the free app with customizable EQ. However, a few reviewers note the lack of active noise canceling, occasional crackling at high volume, and long stems that can interfere with earrings or small ears. Overall, they are seen as a great value alternative to premium brands like Apple and Beats.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Impressive battery life
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
- Compact charging case
Cons
- No active noise canceling
- Crackling at high volume
- Long stems may interfere with earrings
- Uncomfortable for small ears
- Touch controls take getting used to
Technics EAH-AZ80
The Technics EAH-AZ10 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, featuring clear separation, wide soundstage, and natural tuning that rivals higher-end models. Users praise the comfortable and secure fit, effective noise cancellation that doesn't muddy the audio, and impressive battery life lasting up to 7 hours. However, a few critical reviews highlight poor touch controls that are unresponsive, and one user experienced a significant volume imbalance after 1.5 years, with the company offering only a 10% discount on a replacement rather than a fix. Overall, these are highly recommended for audiophiles and daily use, but potential buyers should be aware of possible durability and control issues.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with clear separation
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Effective noise cancellation without audio degradation
- Impressive battery life up to 7 hours
- Great call quality
Cons
- Unresponsive touch controls
- Volume imbalance after extended use
- Poor customer service for defects
- Bulky design for some users
- ANC not sufficient in very loud environments
Scores
Specifications
| JBL Vibe Flex JBLVFLEXBEGAM | Technics EAH-AZ80 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | 0.04 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | JBL Vibe Flex True Wireless Earbuds – Bluetooth Earphones with Deep Bass Sound, IP54 Water & Dust Resistant, Long Battery Life, Voice Assistant Compatible, Open-Ear Design (Beige) | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 Minutes for 1.1 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 32 hrs★ | 16 hrs |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Capacity | — | 85 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | Alexa, Siri |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | dedicated app | Technics Audio Connect |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Vibe Flex JBLVFLEXBEGAM
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (76th percentile)
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (67th percentile)
- Below average battery (22nd percentile)
- Below average sound (28th percentile)
- Below average affordability (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ80
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average affordability (10th percentile)10th %ile
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 36 specs.