IP ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ100's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. Compared to the Technics EAH AZ100, Bose SoundSport Free have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
The Technics EAH AZ100 have a weight of 11.8g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
The Bose SoundSport Free, at 18.2g
are heavier than the Technics EAH AZ100 by of 6.4g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ100 are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
Bose SoundSport Free also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. Technics EAH AZ100 have sweat resistance
Bose SoundSport Free's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Technics EAH AZ100 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Technics EAH AZ100's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Bose SoundSport Free also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
The Technics EAH AZ100 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise. The Technics EAH AZ100 sit well in place, creating a sound covering that tones down your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both Bose SoundSport Free, and Technics EAH AZ100 have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
Technics EAH AZ100 have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound made by the device. Bose SoundSport Free driver unit is 10mm in diameter,
making both Bose SoundSport Free, and Technics EAH AZ100 similar in how loud their sound can get
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. Technics EAH AZ100's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Bose SoundSport Free's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal bass
The Technics EAH AZ100's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
Bose SoundSport Free's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
Technics EAH AZ100 produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Bose SoundSport Free
The Technics EAH AZ100's battery life is 12 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Bose SoundSport Free's battery life is
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 7 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the vendor, and Technics EAH AZ100's case is said to have a full charge of 18 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.
Bose SoundSport Free's charging case has a battery life of 10 hours,
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 8 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ100's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods. Bose SoundSport Free takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ100
Technics EAH AZ100 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery.
Its lights display the charging state of your device and charging case. Bose SoundSport Free too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The Technics EAH AZ100 use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
The Technics EAH AZ100 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Bose SoundSport Free has a Bluetooth version of 4.1,
older than that of Technics EAH AZ100
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Technics EAH AZ100 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Bose SoundSport Free have a maximum range of 9.1meters,
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 0.9meters
Technics EAH AZ100 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Technics EAH AZ100 will work fine with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. Technics EAH AZ100 support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony
which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz.
It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio. The Technics EAH AZ100 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. Technics EAH AZ100 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
Technics EAH AZ100 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Technics EAH AZ100 have a find earbuds feature. Bose SoundSport Free too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to find them.
The Technics EAH AZ100 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Bose SoundSport Free too support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes. Technics EAH AZ100 have a multipoint of 3 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. Technics EAH AZ100 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Bose SoundSport Free too have the mute function.
It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. The Technics EAH AZ100, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Bose SoundSport Free too have a control panel on them.
The Technics EAH AZ100 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. Bose SoundSport Free too support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
The Technics EAH AZ100 come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Bose SoundSport Free also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
