Technics EAH-AZ100
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ
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
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ earbuds deliver exceptional sound quality with rich detail and texture, praised by many as the best they've heard from a Bluetooth device. However, the experience is marred by significant software issues including unreliable Bluetooth connectivity, a slow and limited app, and frustrating on-ear controls that initially lacked track skipping. Build quality and design are premium, but battery life and noise cancellation are merely adequate, and the earbuds are noted to be quite large.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build and design
- Comfortable with memory foam tips
- Good noise cancellation
- Slim and pocketable charging case
Cons
- Unreliable Bluetooth connectivity
- Frustrating on-ear controls
- Slow and limited app
- Large earbud size
- Mediocre noise cancellation vs competitors
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | XS, S, M, L + foam tips |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.07 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | Compact, finely tuned drivers |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 6★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 17 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ - Active Noise Cancelling Wireless in-Ear Earphones with 6 Microphones, up to 20 Hours of Playtime, Black |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 6.5 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | 20 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | 20 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Bang & Olufsen App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP54 |
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
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 39 specs.