Beats Powerbeats Pro 2
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
Beats Powerbeats Pro 2
The Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds are overwhelmingly well-received, with users praising their excellent sound quality, secure fit, and strong noise cancellation. Many reviewers highlight the comfortable over-ear hooks that keep the buds in place during workouts, as well as the impressive battery life and seamless connectivity with iPhones. A few users mention discomfort for small ears or with glasses, and one criticizes the extra cost for a wall plug, but these are minor compared to the overall positive sentiment.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Secure fit for workouts
- Strong noise cancellation
- Impressive battery life
- Comfortable over-ear hooks
Cons
- Uncomfortable for small ears
- Uncomfortable with glasses
- Extra cost for wall plug
- Not loud enough
- No EQ control
Technics EAH-AZ100
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds, praising the exceptional sound quality, especially with LDAC and Dolby Atmos, and the surprisingly effective AI-powered call noise cancellation that blocks out background noise like screaming kids or car washes. Comfort, customization via the app, and solid battery life are also highlighted. The only potential downside mentioned is the high price, but most feel the premium features justify the cost.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with LDAC
- AI-powered call noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for long wear
- Customizable EQ via app
- Solid battery life
Cons
- High price point
- ANC slightly weaker than AZ80
Scores
Specifications
| Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | Dual Ear True Wireless with Ear Clip/Hook | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L, XL | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.08 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 10 hrs | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hours | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 45 hrs★ | 28 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Beats App | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Beats Powerbeats Pro 2
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong mic (87th percentile)87th %ile
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 39 specs.
