Shokz OpenFit Pro
Shokz
69 Overall Score
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Technics EAH-AZ100
Technics
100 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Shokz OpenFit Pro
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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
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Specifications
| Shokz OpenFit Pro | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | open-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-hook, true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.10 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dual-diaphragm dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SHOKZ OpenFit Pro Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds with Open-Ear Noise Reduction, Optimised for Dolby Atmos, Deep Bass, 50H Playtime, AI-Powered Clear Calls for Work, Sport, Bluetooth 6.1, IP55, White | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Open-Ear Noise Reduction | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 12 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10-minute charge gives up to 4 hours of playtime | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | 28 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Shokz App | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Shokz OpenFit Pro
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
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
Verdict
Winner: Technics EAH-AZ100
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 39 specs.