Technics EAH-AZ100-N
MEE audio M6-R3
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
The Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, particularly with LDAC and Dolby Atmos. Users highlight the surprisingly effective AI-powered call noise cancellation, which blocks out background noise like screaming children or car washes. Comfort and customization via the app are also praised, though some note the ANC is slightly weaker than the previous AZ80 model.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with LDAC
- AI-powered call noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for hours
- Customizable EQ via app
- Effective ANC and pass-through modes
Cons
- High price point ($300)
- ANC slightly weaker than AZ80
- Touch controls take getting used to
MEE audio M6-R3
The MEE audio M6 wired earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise their durability, comfortable over-ear fit, and good sound quality for the price, especially for exercise and audiobooks. However, several reviews report issues with the microphone failing, cheap ear-loop wires, and a stiff cord, with some units breaking within weeks.
Pros
- Good sound quality for the price
- Comfortable over-ear fit
- Durable with L-shaped plug
- Stays in ears during exercise
- Volume control and pause/play
Cons
- Microphone fails or has echo
- Cheap and flimsy ear-loop wires
- Stiff and inflexible cord
- Breaks within weeks for some
- Earbud orientation may be defective
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | MEE audio M6-R3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | 6 sets of eartips |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.02 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | 3.5 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | MEE Audio M6 Sport Wired Earbuds, in Ear Headphones, 3-Button Remote, Sweatproof Earphones for Running/Gym/Workouts with Memory Wire Earhooks, Headset Microphone, 3.5mm Jack Plug (Black) |
| 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★ | proprietary |
| 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 | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
MEE audio M6-R3
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average sound (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
MEE audio M6-R3 offers 5.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 39 specs.
