JBL Tune 220TWS
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
JBL Tune 220TWS
The JBL earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, comfort, and workout suitability, but a significant number report severe battery issues, poor microphone performance, and build quality defects like cracking or rubber pieces falling off. The left earbud failing to hold charge is a recurring complaint, and customer service experiences have been disappointing for some.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit for workouts
- Good bass and surround sound
- Affordable alternative to AirPods
- Single bud use possible
Cons
- Battery life shorter than advertised
- Left earbud fails to hold charge
- Poor microphone in wind
- Build quality issues (cracking, rubber falling off)
- No battery percentage indicator
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
| JBL Tune 220TWS | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.06 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Lightweight, Microphone Included, Universal Phone Control | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.5, HFP 1.6 | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | Yes | Bluetooth |
| Range | 15.199999809265137 m★ | 10 m |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 3 hrs | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | Sleek, convenient charging case with a shape inspired by a river stone, a soft body, and a curved li | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | micro-USB | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 19 hrs | 28 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | micro-USB | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | iOS, Android | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Tune 220TWS
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Strong sound (69th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average battery (16th percentile)16th %ile
- 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
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 40 specs.
