JBL Tune Flex
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
JBL Tune Flex
The JBL Tune Flex earbuds receive mixed reviews. While many users praise the sound quality, bass, and value for money, a significant number report serious issues with charging, connectivity, and fit. Durability is a standout positive, with several accounts of surviving washes and months outdoors, but reliability problems like uneven charging and random disconnections are common complaints.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Powerful bass
- Good value for money
- Excellent durability
- Comfortable fit for some
Cons
- Charging issues
- Poor fit for many ears
- Connectivity problems
- Unreliable ANC
- Touch controls too sensitive
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 Flex | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Large, Medium, Small | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.01 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.6, HFP 1.7 | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10min = 2hrs | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 28 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | JBL Headphones App | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Tune Flex
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong mic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average affordability (27th percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Pricing
JBL Tune Flex offers 6.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 40 specs.
