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Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 vs Mpow T5/ M5: 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.

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
  • Mpow T5/ M5
HearWiki score
86
54
Sound
9.0
7.0
Noise cancelling
7.8
-
Battery
8.5
4.0
Calls
8.0
4.5
Value
9.6
-
Price (USD)
$99
$60

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 Mpow T5/ M5 (2019). The Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 5.0 and Top codec aptX Lossless against aptX.

  • Melomania A10020256 yr newer
  • T5/ M52019
What differsMelomania A100T5/ M5

Platform

Bluetooth
5.4
5.0
Top codec
aptX Lossless
aptX

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Wireless charging
Yes
No
USB-C
Yes
No
Water resistance
IPX5
IPX7

Specifications

Melomania A100T5/ M5
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$99
$60
HearWiki score
86
54
Released
2025
2019
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
10 mm dynamic
6 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10 mm
6 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
25 Ω
16 Ω
Sensitivity
-
90 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.4
5.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LDAC
AAC, aptX
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
11 h
3.5 h
Battery life (ANC on)
6.5 h
-
Battery incl. case
39 h
35 h
Full charge time
66 min
120 min
Quick charge
10 min → 3.2 h
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
Yes
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
-
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
touch
-
Voice assistant
Google Assistant, Siri
-
Weight
9.4 g
-
Case weight
38.7 g
-
Water resistance
IPX5
IPX7
USB-C
Yes
No
Pad material
silicone
-
Model code
-
MPBH322BB
Microphones
6
2
Microphone type
-
MEMS
Call noise reduction
Yes
Yes
Call NR technology
-
cVc 8.0

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

Mpow T5/ M5

The Mpow T5/M5 is a budget-friendly true wireless earbud that delivers lively and well-rounded sound for its price. It supports Bluetooth 5.0 with AAC and aptX codecs, and includes active noise cancellation, though the fit may require some adjustment for a secure seal.

  • Pro:Energetic, balanced sound signature
  • Pro:Good value for the price
  • Pro:Supports AAC and aptX codecs
  • Con:Fit may take time to get used to
  • Con:Battery life per charge is short at 3.5 hours
  • Con:No USB-C or wireless charging

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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