Technics EAH-AZ100
Hikapa X9 bitine-002
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
Hikapa X9 bitine-002
These budget wireless earbuds have won over most users with their impressive noise cancellation, secure fit during exercise, and long battery life. The sound quality is praised as smooth and clear once a good ear tip seal is achieved. The main drawback is the poor microphone quality, which makes them unsuitable for phone calls. Overall, they are considered excellent value for the price, especially with attentive seller support.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Secure fit during exercise
- Long battery life
- Smooth and clear sound
- Great value for money
Cons
- Poor microphone for calls
- Stock ear tips may not fit large ears
- Touch controls easily activated accidentally
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100 | Hikapa X9 bitine-002 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | round soft silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.07 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | X9 Wireless Earbuds Bluetooth 5.3 Headphones Waterproof Stereo Earphones in Ear Touch Control with Microphone Headset with Deep Bass for Sport, Gaming and Running(White) |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | ENC |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | Type C fast charging |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs | 48 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | 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 | IPX7 |
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
Hikapa X9 bitine-002
- Strong battery (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong anc (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong connectivity (75th percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Hikapa X9 bitine-002 offers 9.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 39 specs.
