Jabra Evolve2 Buds
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
Jabra Evolve2 Buds
The Jabra earbuds receive mixed feedback. Users praise the multipoint connectivity for seamlessly switching between work calls and music, making them ideal for remote work. However, a significant complaint is the aggressive sleep mode that causes audio delays after brief silences, rendering them frustrating for video and voice chat. While some find them worth the price, others warn of persistent firmware update issues and a design flaw that has plagued Jabra products for years.
Pros
- Multipoint connectivity for work and music
- Seamless call switching between devices
- Great for remote work and Teams
- Comfortable alternative to headsets
- Good sound quality when active
Cons
- Aggressive sleep mode causing audio delays
- Audio cutouts after brief silence
- Frustrating for video and voice chat
- Persistent firmware update issues
- Design flaw present for years
Technics EAH-AZ100
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds, praising the exceptional sound quality, especially with LDAC and Dolby Atmos, and the surprisingly effective AI-powered call noise cancellation that blocks out background noise like screaming kids or car washes. Comfort, customization via the app, and solid battery life are also highlighted. The only potential downside mentioned is the high price, but most feel the premium features justify the cost.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with LDAC
- AI-powered call noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for long wear
- Customizable EQ via app
- Solid battery life
Cons
- High price point
- ANC slightly weaker than AZ80
Scores
Specifications
| Jabra Evolve2 Buds | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | Dual Ear True Wireless Earbud | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 6 mm | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 80 Hz | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 8 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.6, HFP 1.7, HSP 1.2, SPP 1.2 | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | 20 m★ | 10 m |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1 Hour | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 25 hrs | 28 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Jabra Evolve2 Buds
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (9th percentile)9th %ile
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
Pricing
Technics EAH-AZ100 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 39 specs.
