Denon PerL Pro
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
Denon PerL Pro
The Denon Perl Pro earbuds receive high praise for their outstanding sound quality, especially after personalized tuning via the app, with many users calling them the best they've heard. However, several verified reviewers report serious reliability issues, including one earbud dying within weeks and the charging case failing to deliver the advertised battery life. Customer service for warranty claims is also criticized as slow and unhelpful. Overall, the sound is exceptional, but build quality and support are major concerns.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Personalized tuning via app
- Comfortable for long wear
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
Cons
- Reliability issues (earbud dying)
- Charging case underperforms
- Poor customer service
- App requires personal info
- Social mode muffled voice
Technics EAH-AZ100
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
Scores
Specifications
| Denon PerL Pro | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L, Foam | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, SBC | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1 hrs★ | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1 Hour | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 32 hrs★ | 28 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Denon PerL | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Denon PerL Pro
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Pricing
Denon PerL Pro
No current pricing available
Technics EAH-AZ100
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 2 of 39 specs.
