Skip to content
HearWiki

Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 vs Pamu Slide: 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.

Score 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
Pamu Slide
Sound6.0
Battery7.0
Calls2.4
Value5.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 vs Pamu Slide
SpecCambridge Audio Melomania M100Pamu Slide
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$93$49
HearWiki score82 / 100 · Great55 / 100 · Average
Released20242019
Audio
Driver10mmdynamic
Driver size10 mm6 mm
Drivers per side22
Frequency response-20Hz-20kHz
Impedance-16 Ω
Sensitivity-97 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth5.35.0
Bluetooth version5.35.0
CodecsSBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX LosslessSBC, AAC, aptX
Multipoint pairingYesNo
Wireless range-10 m
Battery
Battery life16 h10 h
Battery life (ANC on)10 h-
Battery incl. case52 h60 h
Full charge time150 min90 min
Quick charge10 min = 1.5 h ANC on; 10 min = 2.4 h ANC off5 min = 1 h
Wireless chargingYesNo
Features
Active noise cancellingYes-
ANC typeadaptive-
Transparency modeYes-
Companion appYes-
Custom EQYes-
Wear detectionYes-
Controlstouchtouch
Voice assistantSiri / Google Assistant-
Design
Weight6.65 g7 g
Case weight53.3 g-
Water resistanceIPX4IPX6
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones62

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

Pamu Slide

The Pamu Slide offers a comfortable fit and solid battery life, but its sound quality is only average and its charging case is excessively large. While the earpieces are comfortable and the battery performance is a highlight, the overall package feels risky compared to better-performing alternatives at a similar price point.

  • Pro:Comfortable earpieces
  • Pro:Excellent battery life with case
  • Pro:Mid-centric sound profile
  • Con:Bulky charging case
  • Con:Mediocre sound quality
  • Con:Risky purchase due to competition

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

Compare something else

Swap either side out, or start again from the picker.