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FiiO FW3 vs Technics EAH-AZ100: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the FiiO FW3 vs Technics EAH-AZ100, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

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

Technics EAH-AZ100 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • FiiO FW3
  • Technics EAH-AZ100
HearWiki score
-
86
Sound
-
9.2
Noise cancelling
-
8.6
Battery
-
8.7
Calls
-
7.8
Value
-
8.1
Price (USD)
$130
$250

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

Technics EAH-AZ100 (2025) against FiiO FW3 (2021). The Technics EAH-AZ100 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.0, LE Audio (LC3) and ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing, Transparency mode and Water resistance (IPX4).

  • FW32021
  • EAH-AZ10020254 yr newer
What differsFW3EAH-AZ100

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
5.3
LE Audio (LC3)
No
Yes
ANC type
None
Hybrid

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Water resistance
Not rated
IPX4

Level on: Top codec, USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

FW3EAH-AZ100
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$130
$250
HearWiki score
Not scored
86
Released
2021
2025
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
10 mm dynamic
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
16 Ω
Sensitivity
106 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.0
5.3
Codecs
aptX Adaptive, LHDC
SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Latency
100 ms
-
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
21 h
12 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
10 h
Battery incl. case
-
28 h
Full charge time
100 min
120 min
Quick charge
-
15 min → 1.2 h
Wireless charging
-
Yes
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
none
hybrid
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
buttons
touch
Voice assistant
Yes
Yes
Weight
60 g
11.8 g
Case weight
44.8 g
42 g
Water resistance
none
IPX4
Foldable
No
-
Detachable cable
No
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
-
2
Microphone type
-
MEMS

What reviewers said

FiiO FW3

The FiiO FW3 true wireless earbuds prioritize sound quality with a 10mm carbon-based dynamic driver and support for high-resolution LHDC and aptX Adaptive codecs. They come with a 10-band parametric EQ and a low-latency gaming mode, though they lack ANC and water resistance. With a total battery life of up to 21 hours, they are a solid choice for audiophiles on a budget.

  • Pro:Supports high-quality LHDC and aptX Adaptive codecs
  • Pro:Includes a 10-band parametric EQ for customization
  • Pro:Low-latency gaming mode for better sync
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No water resistance rating
  • Con:No multipoint connectivity

Technics EAH-AZ100

The Technics EAH-AZ100 are premium true wireless earbuds that deliver rich, detailed sound through a 10mm dynamic driver, with support for high-resolution LDAC streaming. They combine effective hybrid active noise cancellation with a comfortable, IPX4-rated design, plus smart features like multipoint pairing and wireless charging for versatile daily use. With up to 12 hours of playtime on a single charge, they are built to last through long listening sessions.

  • Pro:Excellent sound quality with LDAC support
  • Pro:Strong hybrid ANC and transparency modes
  • Pro:Long battery life with wireless charging case
  • Con:Premium price point
  • Con:Touch controls may be overly sensitive
  • Con:No aptX codec support

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