True Wireless
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100
82Great
$93
Full review dataCambridge Audio Melomania M100 vs JLab Flex Open Earbuds Teal: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 - Great overall at around $93.
True Wireless
JLab Flex Open Earbuds Teal
62Average
$50
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery9.0
Calls7.0
Value8.0
JLab Flex Open Earbuds Teal
Sound6.0
Battery7.0
Calls6.5
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 | JLab Flex Open Earbuds Teal |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $93 | $50 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 62 / 100 · Average |
| Released | 2024 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 10mm | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 12 mm |
| Driver size | - | 12mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | - | 20-20,000 Hz |
| Impedance | - | 12 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | -38 dB ±1 dB |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Latency | - | 200 ms |
| Wireless range | - | 9.1 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 16 h | 7 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 10 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 52 h | 21 h |
| Full charge time | 150 min | 120 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 1.5 h ANC on; 10 min = 2.4 h ANC off | 10 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | 2-mic ENC |
| ANC type | adaptive | none |
| Transparency mode | Yes | No |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri / Google Assistant | Yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 6.65 g | 6 g |
| Case weight | 53.3 g | 36.8 g |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 4 |
| Call noise reduction | - | ENC |
| Microphone | - | 4 x MEMS |
What reviewers said
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100
The Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 are feature-packed true wireless earbuds that deliver a warm, easy-going sound and a long list of modern conveniences. With adaptive ANC, aptX Lossless support, and a combined 52-hour battery life, they offer strong overall value for listeners who prioritize versatility and endurance. While their performance is solid for the price, some compromises in noise cancellation and transparency modes keep them from being flawless.
- Pro:Very long total battery life with quick-charge support
- Pro:Broad codec support including aptX Lossless
- Pro:Effective adaptive noise cancellation for the price
- Con:ANC performance is decent but not class-leading
- Con:Transparency mode is relatively weak
- Con:No specified frequency range from the manufacturer
JLab Flex Open Earbuds Teal
These open-ear wireless earbuds offer a lightweight, secure fit with a 12mm dynamic driver and Bluetooth 5.4 for stable connectivity. They deliver around 21 hours of total playback with the charging case, plus IPX4 sweat resistance and multipoint pairing, making them a practical budget pick for active listeners. With touch controls and a custom EQ via the app, they balance essential features at an approachable price.
- Pro:Long total battery life with case
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable open design
- Pro:Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint support
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:No transparency mode
- Con:Average latency for video use
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