Technics EAH-AZ100
Avantree ADHF-027-BLK
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-AZ100
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds, praising the exceptional sound quality, especially with LDAC and Dolby Atmos, and the surprisingly effective AI-powered call noise cancellation that blocks out background noise like screaming kids or car washes. Comfort, customization via the app, and solid battery life are also highlighted. The only potential downside mentioned is the high price, but most feel the premium features justify the cost.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with LDAC
- AI-powered call noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for long wear
- Customizable EQ via app
- Solid battery life
Cons
- High price point
- ANC slightly weaker than AZ80
Avantree ADHF-027-BLK
Users praise the extra-long coiled cord for providing freedom of movement during video recording, gaming, or office work, and many note the comfortable fit and clear sound quality. However, a few reviewers report durability issues with the adapter connector failing within a month, and one audiophile criticizes the audio as muffled and poor compared to cheaper alternatives. The clip is also mentioned as fragile, and the cord weight can pull earbuds out unless clipped to clothing.
Pros
- Extra-long coiled cord
- Comfortable fit
- Clear sound quality
- Good for video recording
- Great value for price
Cons
- Adapter connector fails within a month
- Audio quality muffled for some
- Clip breaks easily
- Cord weight pulls earbuds out
- Earbuds don't stay in without clip
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100 | Avantree ADHF-027-BLK | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | — |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.04 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 13 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | Avantree Long Cord Earbuds for TV & PC, 18ft / 5.5m Extension Cable Earphones with Mic & Extra Long Spring Coil Wire, Metal Stereo in-Ear Wired Bass Headphones for 3.5mm Audio Output Devices - HF027 |
| 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 | 3.5mm |
| 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★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| 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
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- Strong social proof (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong comfort (73rd percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (34th percentile)
Pricing
Technics EAH-AZ100
Avantree ADHF-027-BLK
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 39 specs.
