JBL Tune Flex 2
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
JBL Tune Flex 2
The JBL earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, battery life, and compact design, with some comparing them favorably to more expensive brands like Sony. However, a significant number of reviewers report serious issues with noise cancellation effectiveness, connectivity problems, and short lifespan, leading to frustration and disappointment.
Pros
- Good sound quality
- Long battery life
- Compact and portable case
- Comfortable fit
- Customizable EQ in app
Cons
- Ineffective noise cancellation
- Connectivity drops and sync issues
- Short lifespan / durability problems
- Poor fit for some ears
- Lack of bass
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
Scores
Specifications
| JBL Tune Flex 2 | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.00 kg★ | 0.01 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 13 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6, HFP 1.8 | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | 10 m |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 1 hour playback | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 48 hrs★ | 28 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, SmartThings | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | JBL Headphones App | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Tune Flex 2
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average affordability (29th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 3 of 40 specs.