IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ100's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids 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
Technics EAH AZ100 have a weight of 11.8g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to transport.
The Bose SoundSport Free, at 18.2g
weigh more than the Technics EAH AZ100 with a difference of 6.4g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ100 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds .
Bose SoundSport Free also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the two earbuds .
Technics EAH AZ100 are resistant to sweat
Bose SoundSport Free's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Technics EAH AZ100 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Bose SoundSport Free also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise.
ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
Technics EAH AZ100 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.
The Technics EAH AZ100 sit well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment sounds well as preventing the device music from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The Technics EAH AZ100 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the loudness of 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Technics EAH AZ100's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.
Bose SoundSport Free's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
The Technics EAH AZ100's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. Bose SoundSport Free's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
Technics EAH AZ100 can 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
Bose SoundSport Free's battery life is
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 7 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, and the Technics EAH AZ100's case has a full charge of 18 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging 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 recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
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 alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. Bose SoundSport Free too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
The Technics EAH AZ100 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Technics EAH AZ100 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers 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 that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Technics EAH AZ100 will work fine with your iPad. 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.
The 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 can reach a high bitrate of 990kbps, providing high-resolution audio. Technics EAH AZ100 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the desired sound.
The Technics EAH AZ100 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
The Technics EAH AZ100 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .
When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Technics EAH AZ100 have a find earbuds feature. Bose SoundSport Free too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your device to help you find them.
Technics EAH AZ100 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Bose SoundSport Free too support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. Technics EAH AZ100 support multipoint of 3 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Technics EAH AZ100 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Bose SoundSport Free too support this function.
It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. With the Technics EAH AZ100, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. The Bose SoundSport Free also have a control panel on them.
The Technics EAH AZ100 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Bose SoundSport Free too support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.
The Technics EAH AZ100 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily damage them. Bose SoundSport Free also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
