Plugfones Guardian Plus PGP-UY vs Technics EAH-AZ80
Plugfones Guardian Plus PGP-UY
Technics EAH-AZ80
What Buyers Say
Plugfones Guardian Plus PGP-UY
These earplug-style headphones are a hit among welders and motorcyclists who need hearing protection and music. Users praise the noise isolation, comfort under helmets, and surprising bass, but some report durability issues and finicky volume controls. The replaceable ear tips and inline mic are appreciated, though the basic version without controls is preferred by some.
Pros
- Excellent noise isolation as earplugs
- Comfortable under motorcycle helmet
- Surprisingly good bass response
- Replaceable ear tips for hygiene
- Inline microphone and volume controls
Cons
- Volume control randomly changes level
- Durability issues after months of use
- Sticks out slightly from ears under helmet
- No clear left/right marking
- Silicone tips provide poor sound and isolation
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
| Plugfones Guardian Plus PGP-UY | Technics EAH-AZ80 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-tip | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | ComforTiered Foam & Silicone plugs | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | — | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | 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 | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Alexa, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Technics Audio Connect |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Plugfones Guardian Plus PGP-UY
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong affordability (67th percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Strong mic (65th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average comfort (27th percentile)
- Below average sound (27th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st 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
Plugfones Guardian Plus PGP-UY offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 21 of 35 specs.
