Technics EAH-AZ100 vs DCMEKA A09Pro
Technics EAH-AZ100
DCMEKA A09Pro
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
DCMEKA A09Pro
These budget IEMs deliver impressive sound quality that rivals much pricier models, with clear audio, strong bass, and good comfort. However, durability is a concern—some units have glue failures and cable tangling issues. Noise isolation is decent for casual use but insufficient for loud environments like drumming. Overall, they offer excellent value for the price if you can overlook the build flaws.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Comfortable fit with over-ear loops
- Strong bass response
- Clear and accurate audio
- Good value compared to expensive brands
Cons
- Poor noise isolation for loud environments
- Glue failure causing parts to detach
- Cables tangle easily
- Short cord length for running
- No cinch clasp for wires
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100 | DCMEKA A09Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.04 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | 9.199999809265137 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 108 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | Dual Driver IEMs for Gaming - 9.2mm+6mm HiFi in-Ear Monitors with Detachable MMCX, 4N Silver-Plated OFC Cable & Noise-Isolating Ear Tips (Wired Earbuds for Music/Studio) |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | 3.5mm |
| 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★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
DCMEKA A09Pro
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong sound (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
DCMEKA A09Pro offers 2.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 40 specs.
