Shokz OpenComm Opencomm2 vs Technics EAH-AZ100
Shokz OpenComm Opencomm2
Shokz
28 Overall Score
vs
Technics EAH-AZ100
Technics
100 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Shokz OpenComm Opencomm2
No customer feedback yet
Technics EAH-AZ100
88 out of 100 medium confidence 28 reviews
The Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, with users highlighting deep bass, clear highs, and immersive audio. Comfort, battery life, and noise cancellation are also frequently commended, though some users note the price is high and volume could be louder. A few minor issues like Bluetooth LE disconnects and initial multi-device pairing were mentioned, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Deep immersive bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Excellent battery life
Cons
- High price point
- Limited maximum volume
- Bluetooth LE disconnects
- Initial multi-device pairing issues
- Plastic exterior
Sound quality 12
Bass performance 6
Noise cancellation 5
Comfort 6
Battery life 5
Value for money 4
Scores
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Travel
Music
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Gaming
Fitness
Budget
Specifications
| Shokz OpenComm Opencomm2 | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | In Ear | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | โ | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.04 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | bone conduction | dynamic |
| Driver Size | โ | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | โ | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 ฮฉ | 16 ฮฉ |
| Sensitivity | 96 dB★ | โ |
| Hi-Res Audio | โ | โ★ |
| Codecs | โ | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | โ | Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | โ | โ★ |
| ANC Type | โ | adaptive |
| Transparency | โ | โ★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | โ | โ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | โ | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | โ | โ★ |
| Wired Connector | โ | Bluetooth |
| Range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | โ | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | โ | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | โ | 28 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | โ | โ★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | โ | โ |
| Mic Count | โ | 6★ |
| NC Mic | โ | โ★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | โ | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | โ | โ |
| App | โ | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | โ | โ |
| Gaming Mode | โ | โ |
| Bone Conduction | โ★ | โ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Shokz OpenComm Opencomm2
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Below average battery (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average affordability (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Pricing
Shokz OpenComm Opencomm2
No current pricing available
Technics EAH-AZ100
Verdict
Winner: Technics EAH-AZ100
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 40 specs.