Technics EAH-AZ100-N
JLab Epic Pods EBEPPODSBLK50WEB
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
The Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, particularly with LDAC and Dolby Atmos. Users highlight the surprisingly effective AI-powered call noise cancellation, which blocks out background noise like screaming children or car washes. Comfort and customization via the app are also praised, though some note the ANC is slightly weaker than the previous AZ80 model.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with LDAC
- AI-powered call noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for hours
- Customizable EQ via app
- Effective ANC and pass-through modes
Cons
- High price point ($300)
- ANC slightly weaker than AZ80
- Touch controls take getting used to
JLab Epic Pods EBEPPODSBLK50WEB
The JLab Epic Pods ANC earbuds receive strong praise for their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and long battery life. Many users find them a great value compared to premium brands like Apple and Samsung, with comfortable fit and useful app features. However, some reviewers report issues with call quality, overly sensitive touch controls, and a confusing app interface, while a few experienced hardware failures. Overall, they are highly recommended for music and everyday use, but may not be ideal for frequent phone calls.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Great value for money
Cons
- Poor call quality
- Overly sensitive touch controls
- Confusing app interface
- Bulky fit for long sessions
- Hardware failure risk
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | JLab Epic Pods EBEPPODSBLK50WEB | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | stem |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | s |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | balanced armature |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | LDAC, AAC |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs | 0.17000000178813934 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | 10 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs | 40 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | JLab App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
JLab Epic Pods EBEPPODSBLK50WEB
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
Pricing
JLab Epic Pods EBEPPODSBLK50WEB offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 38 specs.
