Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 vs Edifier W240TN: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 - Outstanding overall at around $99.

True Wireless

Cambridge Audio Melomania A100

86Outstanding

$99

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True Wireless

Edifier W240TN

66Good

$93

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Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

Cambridge Audio Melomania A100
Edifier W240TN

HearWiki score

Sound

9.0

7.3

Noise cancelling

7.8

6.9

Battery

8.5

7.1

Calls

8.0

5.2

Value

9.6

5.2

Price (USD)

$99

$93

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

New platform

Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 (2025) against Edifier W240TN (2022). The Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.3, Top codec aptX Lossless against SBC and ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid.

Melomania A10020253 yr newer
W240TN2022

What differsMelomania A100W240TN

Bluetooth: 5.4; 5.3
Top codec: aptX Lossless; SBC
ANC type: Adaptive; Hybrid
Multipoint pairing: Yes; No
Wireless charging: Yes; No
Water resistance: IPX5; IP55

Level on: USB-C, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

Melomania A100W240TN

Type: True Wireless; True Wireless
Price (USD): $99; $93
HearWiki score: 86; 66
Released: 2025; 2022
Availability: Sold new; Discontinued
Driver: 10 mm dynamic; 2-driver hybrid
Driver type: dynamic; hybrid
Driver size: 10 mm; 10 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 2
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz; 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance: 25 Ω; 24 Ω
Sensitivity: -; 92 dB/mW
Bluetooth: 5.4; 5.3
Codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LDAC; SBC
Multipoint pairing: Yes; No
Wireless range: -; 10 m
Battery life: 11 h; 8.5 h
Battery life (ANC on): 6.5 h; 7 h
Battery incl. case: 39 h; 25.5 h
Full charge time: 66 min; 90 min
Quick charge: 10 min → 3.2 h; -
Wireless charging: Yes; No
Active noise cancelling: Yes; Yes
ANC type: adaptive; hybrid
Transparency mode: Yes; Yes
Companion app: Yes; Yes
Custom EQ: Yes; Yes
Wear detection: No; No
Controls: touch; buttons
Voice assistant: Google Assistant, Siri; Yes
Weight: 9.4 g; 11.6 g
Case weight: 38.7 g; 39.6 g
Water resistance: IPX5; IP55
Foldable: -; No
Detachable cable: -; No
USB-C: Yes; Yes
Pad material: silicone; -
Microphones: 6; 4
Call noise reduction: Yes; Yes
Call NR technology: -; ENC

Specification comparison of Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 vs Edifier W240TN
Spec	Cambridge Audio Melomania A100	Edifier W240TN
Type	True Wireless	True Wireless
Price (USD)	$99	$93
HearWiki score	86 / 100 Outstanding	66 / 100 Good
Released	2025	2022
Audio
Driver	10 mm dynamic	2-driver hybrid
Driver type	dynamic	hybrid
Driver size	10 mm	10 mm
Drivers per side	1	2
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	25 Ω	24 Ω
Sensitivity	-	92 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth	5.4	5.3
Codecs	SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LDAC	SBC
Multipoint pairing	Yes	No
Wireless range	-	10 m
Battery
Battery life	11 h	8.5 h
Battery life (ANC on)	6.5 h	7 h
Battery incl. case	39 h	25.5 h
Full charge time	66 min	90 min
Quick charge	10 min → 3.2 h	-
Wireless charging	Yes	No
Features
Active noise cancelling	Yes	Yes
ANC type	adaptive	hybrid
Transparency mode	Yes	Yes
Companion app	Yes	Yes
Custom EQ	Yes	Yes
Wear detection	No	No
Controls	touch	buttons
Voice assistant	Google Assistant, Siri	Yes
Design
Weight	9.4 g	11.6 g
Case weight	38.7 g	39.6 g
Water resistance	IPX5	IP55
Foldable	-	No
Detachable cable	-	No
USB-C	Yes	Yes
Pad material	silicone	-
Calls
Microphones	6	4
Call noise reduction	Yes	Yes
Call NR technology	-	ENC

What reviewers said

Cambridge Audio Melomania A100

The Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 are true wireless earbuds that deliver a versatile feature set at a mid-range price. They combine adaptive active noise cancellation with high-resolution wireless audio support, including LDAC and aptX Lossless, along with a comfortable, water-resistant design. With a lengthy total battery life and convenient extras like wireless charging and multipoint, they aim to be a well-rounded daily companion.

Pro:Excellent codec support including LDAC and aptX Lossless
Pro:Adaptive ANC and transparency mode for flexible listening
Pro:Long total battery life with wireless charging case

Con:Battery life drops significantly with ANC enabled
Con:Touch controls may take time to master
Con:No mention of ear tips or fit accessories in specs

Edifier W240TN

The Edifier W240TN are true wireless earbuds that deliver a rich, detailed sound through a dual-driver setup, supported by effective hybrid active noise cancellation and a lengthy battery life. With physical buttons, an IP55 rating, and a comfortable fit, they offer a practical and budget-friendly package for everyday listening, though they stick to the basic SBC codec and lack some modern conveniences like wireless charging and multipoint connectivity. Overall, they stand out as a strong value pick under $100 for those prioritizing audio quality and battery endurance.

Pro:Lush and detailed sound from dual drivers
Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
Pro:Excellent battery life with case (up to 25.5 hours)

Con:Only supports SBC codec, no AAC or aptX
Con:No wireless charging or multipoint pairing
Con:Call quality is average at best

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