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Jabra Elite 8 Active vs Technics EAH-AZ100: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Technics EAH-AZ100 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Technics EAH-AZ100 - Outstanding overall at around $250.

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.

  • Jabra Elite 8 Active
  • Technics EAH-AZ100
HearWiki score
75
86
Sound
7.8
9.2
Noise cancelling
7.2
8.6
Battery
8.2
8.7
Calls
7.3
7.8
Value
6.2
8.1
Price (USD)
$150
$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 Jabra Elite 8 Active (2023). The Technics EAH-AZ100 is the newer platform here: Top codec LC3 against AAC, LE Audio (LC3) and ANC type Hybrid against Feed-forward.

  • Elite 8 Active2023
  • EAH-AZ10020252 yr newer
What differsElite 8 ActiveEAH-AZ100

Platform

Top codec
AAC
LC3
LE Audio (LC3)
No
Yes
ANC type
Feed-forward
Hybrid

Everyday features

Wear detection
No
Yes
Water resistance
IP68
IPX4

Level on: Bluetooth, Multipoint pairing, Wireless charging, USB-C, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

Elite 8 ActiveEAH-AZ100
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$150
$250
HearWiki score
75
86
Released
2023
2025
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
6 mm dynamic
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
6 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
-
16 Ω
Sensitivity
118 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.3
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Battery life
14 h
12 h
Battery life (ANC on)
8 h
10 h
Battery incl. case
56 h
28 h
Full charge time
-
120 min
Quick charge
5 min → 1 h
15 min → 1.2 h
Wireless charging
Yes
Yes
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
feedforward
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Controls
touch
touch
Voice assistant
Yes
Yes
Weight
10 g
11.8 g
Case weight
46.4 g
42 g
Water resistance
IP68
IPX4
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
6
2

What reviewers said

Jabra Elite 8 Active

The Jabra Elite 8 Active are rugged wireless earbuds with strong water and dust protection, plus effective feedforward noise cancellation. They offer a long-lasting battery, multipoint Bluetooth 5.3, and a customizable sound via the app, making them a solid choice for active users. With touch controls, wireless charging, and a compact build, they balance durability with everyday convenience.

  • Pro:Excellent IP68 durability for workouts and weather
  • Pro:Long battery life with case, supports wireless charging
  • Pro:Reliable multipoint and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity
  • Con:Only SBC and AAC codecs, no high-res options
  • Con:Feedforward ANC may not block all low-frequency noise
  • Con:Touch controls can be finicky during intense activity

Technics EAH-AZ100

The Technics EAH-AZ100 are high-end true wireless earbuds that combine adaptive noise cancellation with a 10mm dynamic driver for rich sound, supporting LDAC and AAC codecs. They deliver up to 12 hours of playback on a single charge (10 with ANC), extend to 28 hours with the case, and offer multipoint pairing for up to three devices. With IPX4 sweat resistance, wireless charging, and touch controls, they're a versatile premium option.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life, even with ANC engaged
  • Pro:Multipoint connectivity for up to three devices
  • Pro:Supports high-resolution LDAC audio
  • Con:Premium price point
  • Con:No ear tips included in the box
  • Con:Touch controls may take time to master

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

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