Technics EAH-AZ100
Back Bay Audio Tempo 30
What Buyers Say
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
Back Bay Audio Tempo 30
The Back Bay Tempo 30 earbuds are generally well-received, especially for their impressive bass, comfortable fit for small ears, and excellent value at around $50. Users praise the clear sound quality, easy pairing, and effective noise cancellation, though some report durability issues like earbuds failing after months or volume imbalances. Connectivity can be finicky with limited Bluetooth range and occasional dropouts, and the touch controls are overly sensitive for some.
Pros
- Impressive bass with bass boost mode
- Comfortable fit for small ears
- Excellent value for money at ~$50
- Clear sound quality
- Easy pairing and connectivity
Cons
- Limited Bluetooth range (~60-70 feet)
- Occasional audio dropouts
- Overly sensitive touch controls
- Durability issues (earbud failure after months)
- Volume imbalance in one earbud over time
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100 | Back Bay Audio Tempo 30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | Rounded tips (earbud tips) |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | Extra-Small to XXL |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.04 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | Back Bay Audio Wireless Earbuds for Small Ears, Award-Winning Sound w/Bass Mode, Durable Sweatproof Bluetooth Earbuds, Comfortable for All Ears |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Range | 10 m★ | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs | 32 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | iOS |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX7 |
Pros & Cons
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
Back Bay Audio Tempo 30
- Strong connectivity (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average sound (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 39 specs.