Elgin Rumble M2.3
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
Elgin Rumble M2.3
The Elgin Rumble Gen 2 earphones are praised for excellent noise reduction, comfort, and long battery life (12-14 hours). Users appreciate the USB-C charging and improved build over the previous generation. However, some report subpar build quality for the price, with rubber parts falling off and a warranty replacement being an older model. Sound quality is generally good but not outstanding for some.
Pros
- Excellent noise reduction
- Long battery life (12-14 hours)
- USB-C charging
- Comfortable fit
- Improved build over Gen 1
Cons
- Subpar build quality for price
- Rubber parts falling off
- Warranty replacement was older model
- Sound quality could be better
- Connectivity range slightly less than Gen 1
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
| Elgin Rumble M2.3 | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | in_ear | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | s | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.22 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | Custom Driver | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Elgin Rumble Gen 2 Bluetooth Earbuds, 31 dB Noise Reduction with Fusion Tips, IP67 Waterproof Wireless Earplugs, OSHA Compliant ANSI Certified Hearing Protection, 20 Hour Battery, Noise Canceling Mic | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 20 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | 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 | IP67 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Elgin Rumble M2.3
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (76th percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average battery (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 39 specs.