Technics EAH-A800
JBL Tour One M2
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-A800
The Technics EAH-A800 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, which many users compare favorably to wired headphones, especially when using the LDAC codec. Reviewers praise the comfortable fit, effective ANC, and the ability to create an immersive soundstage with clear stereo separation. However, a few users report durability concerns, such as the headband material loosening within a month and faulty components after a year, while others suggest minor improvements like larger ear cups and more EQ bands.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Immersive soundstage with stereo separation
- LDAC codec support for high-quality audio
Cons
- Durability concerns with headband material
- Faulty components after a year
- Ear cups could be slightly bigger
- Headband feels hard on scalp
- Only 5 EQ bands (wants more)
JBL Tour One M2
The JBL Tour One M2 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their excellent noise cancellation, impressive sound quality, and comfortable design. Users frequently compare them favorably to more expensive brands like Bose and Sony, noting great value for the price. However, some users report durability concerns with the rotating parts and plastic finish, and a few find the touch controls overly sensitive or the maximum volume insufficient for very loud listening.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable for long use
- Good value for money
- Effective ANC for travel
Cons
- Durability issues with rotating parts
- Plastic finish peeling
- Touch controls too sensitive
- Maximum volume not loud enough
- Accidental button presses
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-A800 | JBL Tour One M2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.27 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | super-soft earpads | Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | 10 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 34 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB | 117 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | JBL Tour One M2 - Wireless Over-Ear True Adaptive Noise Cancelling Headphones, 4-mic Superior Calls with Voice Control, JBL's Legendary Pro Sound & Spatial Sound, Fast Pair Enabled (Champagne) |
| Surround | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-S Silver | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Silver | Over Ear | Over | JBL Tour One M2 - Wireless Over-Ear True Adaptive Noise Cancelling Headphones, 4-mic Superior Calls with Voice Control, JBL's Legendary Pro Sound & Spatial Sound, Fast Pair Enabled (Champagne) | JBL T |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Dual Hybrid feedforward & feedback | True Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1 m | — |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 50 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours | 10 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Alexa | Google Assistant, Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Technics Audio Connect | JBL Headphones |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
JBL Tour One M2
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
Pricing
Technics EAH-A800 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 39 specs.
