Technics EAH-A800
FIO MOTUS FM20-purple
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-A800
The Technics EAH-A800 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, which many users compare favorably to wired headphones, especially when using the LDAC codec. Reviewers praise the comfortable fit, effective ANC, and the ability to create an immersive soundstage with clear stereo separation. However, a few users report durability concerns, such as the headband material loosening within a month and faulty components after a year, while others suggest minor improvements like larger ear cups and more EQ bands.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Immersive soundstage with stereo separation
- LDAC codec support for high-quality audio
Cons
- Durability concerns with headband material
- Faulty components after a year
- Ear cups could be slightly bigger
- Headband feels hard on scalp
- Only 5 EQ bands (wants more)
FIO MOTUS FM20-purple
The Fio Motus headphones are widely praised for their comfort, especially for users with ear piercings or glasses, and for delivering impressive sound quality and noise cancellation at a budget-friendly price. Battery life is consistently highlighted as excellent, with many users reporting long usage between charges. However, some reviewers note that the sound can be overly bass-heavy for music and that connectivity issues may arise after several months of use. Overall, the value for money is considered outstanding, particularly when purchased on sale.
Pros
- Excellent comfort for long wear
- Great noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Good value for money
- Lightweight and well-padded
Cons
- Bass-heavy sound for music
- Connectivity issues after months
- Only SBC/AAC codec support
- Earcups slightly shallow
- ANC only passable for some
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-A800 | FIO MOTUS FM20-purple | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.27 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | super-soft earpads | protein leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 34 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | — |
| Surround | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-K Black | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Black | Over Ear | Over E | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Dual Hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1 m | — |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 130 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours | 10 min for 12 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Alexa | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Technics Audio Connect | FIO MOTUS APP |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
FIO MOTUS FM20-purple
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong sound (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 37 specs.