1MORE Triple Driver E1001
Technics EAH-AZ80
What Buyers Say
1MORE Triple Driver E1001
The 1More Triple Driver in-ear monitors deliver exceptional clarity and a neutral sound profile that rivals much pricier audiophile gear. Users praise the premium unboxing experience, titanium build, and comfortable memory foam ear tips, though a few note the volume control feels cheap. While bass lovers may find them less punchy, the balanced highs and mids make vocals and instruments shine. Overall, these earphones are considered an incredible value for under $100.
Pros
- Exceptional clarity and detail
- Neutral, balanced sound signature
- Premium titanium build quality
- Comfortable memory foam ear tips
- Luxurious unboxing experience
Cons
- Cheap-feeling volume control module
- Less punchy bass for bass lovers
- Slightly heavy due to titanium build
Technics EAH-AZ80
The Technics EAH-AZ10 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, featuring clear separation, wide soundstage, and natural tuning that rivals higher-end models. Users praise the comfortable and secure fit, effective noise cancellation that doesn't muddy the audio, and impressive battery life lasting up to 7 hours. However, a few critical reviews highlight poor touch controls that are unresponsive, and one user experienced a significant volume imbalance after 1.5 years, with the company offering only a 10% discount on a replacement rather than a fix. Overall, these are highly recommended for audiophiles and daily use, but potential buyers should be aware of possible durability and control issues.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with clear separation
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Effective noise cancellation without audio degradation
- Impressive battery life up to 7 hours
- Great call quality
Cons
- Unresponsive touch controls
- Volume imbalance after extended use
- Poor customer service for defects
- Bulky design for some users
- ANC not sufficient in very loud environments
Scores
Specifications
| 1MORE Triple Driver E1001 | Technics EAH-AZ80 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-tip | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 9 sets of included ear tip sizes | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | 0.02 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | hybrid | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 7 mm | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 3★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | 1MORE Triple Driver in-Ear Earphones Hi-Res High Fidelity Headphones Warm Bass, Spacious Reproduction, High Resolution, Mic in-Line Remote Smartphones/PC/Tablet - Silver/Gray | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 7 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 Minutes for 1.1 Hours |
| Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 16 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Capacity | — | 85 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Alexa, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Technics Audio Connect |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
1MORE Triple Driver E1001
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong sound (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong anc (74th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average affordability (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ80
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average affordability (11th percentile)11th %ile
Pricing
1MORE Triple Driver E1001 offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 37 specs.
