Technics EAH-AZ100-N
Audiovance Vibes VB202MC
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
Audiovance Vibes VB202MC
The Vibes 202 wired earbuds receive mostly positive feedback for their sound quality, comfort, and build. However, a few users report microphone issues and one experienced audio cutting out, while another found them uncomfortable. Overall, they are praised as a great wired alternative to wireless earbuds, especially for gaming and video watching.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Great noise isolation
- Durable braided cable
- Good value for money
Cons
- Microphone issues on calls
- Audio cuts out on one side
- Uncomfortable for some users
- Only USB-C connector included
- No interchangeable cable ends
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | Audiovance Vibes VB202MC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-hook |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 8 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 23 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | Vibes 202MC USB-C Wired Earbuds - USBC HiFi in Ear Headphones for iPhone 17/16/15 - Noise Isolating Ear Buds w/ Mic - Clear Sound, Deep Bass & Comfort-Fit Earphones - Silver Plated Cord, Carrying Case |
| 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 | — |
| 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 | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 1 |
| 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-N
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Audiovance Vibes VB202MC
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (79th percentile)
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Audiovance Vibes VB202MC offers 2.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 39 specs.
