Technics EAH-AZ100-N
DCMEKA A09B-HG01
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
DCMEKA A09B-HG01
These budget IEMs deliver impressive sound quality that rivals far more expensive models like the Shure SE225, with many users praising the bass response and overall clarity. Comfort is generally good, though some find the fit painful and the ear hooks awkward. Build quality is decent for the price, but the lack of foam tips and poor noise isolation are common complaints, especially for drummers. Overall, they offer exceptional value for casual listening and monitoring, but may not suit everyone's needs.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Strong bass response
- Comfortable fit for many users
- Good value for money
- Clear and crisp stereo sound
Cons
- Poor noise isolation for drummers
- Uncomfortable fit for some users
- No foam ear tips included
- Short cable length
- No cable cinch clasp
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | DCMEKA A09B-HG01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | large, medium, small |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | in Ear Monitor Headphones, HiFi Stereo IEM Earphones, Dynamic Dual Driver Wired Earbuds with Detachable Cable, Noise Canceling Headset for Singers Musicians Drummers Audiophile (Blue, No Mic) |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
DCMEKA A09B-HG01
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong sound (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average connectivity (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 20 of 39 specs.