TOZO Crystal Pods
Audio-Technica ATH-EQ300M PL
What Buyers Say
TOZO Crystal Pods
The TOZO Crystal Pods and NC20 earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, comfortable fit, and impressive battery life at an affordable price point. Users highlight the effective active noise cancellation, customizable EQ via the TOZO app, and reliable call quality with multiple microphones. A few minor criticisms include the app's limitations during calls, occasional fit issues for small ears, and the lack of a battery indicator on some models, but overall sentiment is highly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Long battery life
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- App limitations during calls
- Fit issues for small ears
- No battery indicator on some models
- Touch controls prone to accidental touches
- Microphone quality could be better for price
Audio-Technica ATH-EQ300M PL
These Audio-Technica clip-on headphones are praised for their excellent value, decent sound quality, and unique, sleek design that hangs around the neck. Users appreciate the lightweight build and open-ear design that allows ambient awareness, though some note audio bleed and potential discomfort with the plastic ear clips during extended wear. Overall, they are recommended for casual listening and those who like the style, but not for audiophiles seeking isolated sound.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Decent sound quality for casual listening
- Unique and sleek design
- Lightweight and comfortable for short wear
- Open-ear design allows ambient awareness
Cons
- Audio bleeds significantly
- Plastic ear clips can cause discomfort over time
- Flimsy cable management slider
- Not suitable for audiophiles
- Open design not private in quiet areas
Scores
Specifications
| TOZO Crystal Pods | Audio-Technica ATH-EQ300M PL | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-tip |
| Ear Tips | Medium | — |
| Weight | 0.04 kg | 0.02 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 20 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | — |
| Surround | Stereo, Surround | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 7 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10-minute charge gives 2+ hours of play | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 35 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Other | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | TOZO App | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX5 | — |
Pros & Cons
TOZO Crystal Pods
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Audio-Technica ATH-EQ300M PL
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong sound (72nd percentile)
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
TOZO Crystal Pods
No current pricing available
Audio-Technica ATH-EQ300M PL
Verdict
Scores 82 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 22 of 37 specs.
