Technics EAH-AZ100
EarFun Free 2S
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
EarFun Free 2S
The EarFun earbuds are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, comfortable fit, and impressive battery life, especially considering their low price. Users highlight the value compared to more expensive brands like Jabra and Samsung, noting strong bass and clear highs after using the equalizer app. However, some drawbacks include a lack of active noise cancellation, a physical button that can be awkward, and occasional connectivity issues with the left earbud. Overall, they are recommended for music lovers on a budget, but not ideal for phone calls or those with smaller ears.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality after EQ
- Great value for money
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Impressive battery life
- Stable Bluetooth connection
Cons
- No active noise cancellation
- Physical button can be awkward
- Occasional left earbud disconnection
- Not ideal for phone calls
- Large size may not fit small ears
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100 | EarFun Free 2S | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | — |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | 7 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | EarFun Free 2S Wireless Earbuds, [Upgraded Version] Bluetooth Earbuds with Deep Bass, 4 Mics for Clear Call, Customizable EQ App, IPX7 Waterproof in-Ear Headphones, 30H Playtime, Wireless Charging |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | 10 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs | 30 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | EarFun App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX7 |
Pros & Cons
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
EarFun Free 2S
- Strong mic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong battery (77th percentile)
- Below average sound (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average comfort (27th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
EarFun Free 2S offers 3.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 39 specs.
