Technics EAH-AZ100
Sennheiser IE 600
What Buyers Say
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
Sennheiser IE 600
The Sennheiser IE 600 delivers exceptional sound quality with detailed, lively audio and strong bass, but many users report significant issues with the stock ear tips and cable. While the sound is praised as top-tier and endgame for many, the out-of-box experience is marred by poor accessories and a notable risk of defects, with one user experiencing a left channel failure within two weeks. Customer service for defects has been described as frustrating, requiring extra shipping costs and lacking clear instructions.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Detailed and lively audio
- Powerful bass without sacrificing clarity
- Excellent instrument separation
- Comfortable for long listening sessions
Cons
- Poor stock ear tips
- Stiff and low-quality cable
- Risk of defects (e.g., left channel failure)
- Frustrating customer service for defects
- Extra cost for aftermarket ear tips
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100 | Sennheiser IE 600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-hook |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | 7 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 47 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 18 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 118 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | Sennheiser IE 600 In-Ear Audiophile Headphones - TrueResponse Transducers for Equisitely Neutral Sound, Includes balanced cable, Gray, Black |
| 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★ | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| 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
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Sennheiser IE 600
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 40 specs.