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Technics EAH-AZ100 vs Xround Voca: 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.

  • Technics EAH-AZ100
  • Xround Voca
HearWiki score
86
53
Sound
9.2
6.2
Noise cancelling
8.6
5.5
Battery
8.7
7.2
Calls
7.8
7.6
Value
8.1
-
Price (USD)
$250
$140

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?

Mixed generations

Technics EAH-AZ100 (2025) against Xround Voca (2022). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Technics EAH-AZ100 brings LE Audio (LC3), while the Xround Voca answers with ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. The Xround Voca answers on convenience features: it adds Water resistance IP55 against IPX4.

  • EAH-AZ10020253 yr newer
  • Voca2022
What differsEAH-AZ100Voca

Platform

LE Audio (LC3)
Yes
No
ANC type
Hybrid
Adaptive

Everyday features

Water resistance
IPX4
IP55

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

Specifications

EAH-AZ100Voca
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$250
$140
HearWiki score
86
53
Released
2025
2022
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
10 mm dynamic
9 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10 mm
9 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
10 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
16 Ω
Sensitivity
-
94 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
12 h
9 h
Battery life (ANC on)
10 h
9 h
Battery incl. case
28 h
27 h
Full charge time
120 min
90 min
Quick charge
15 min → 1.2 h
15 min → 1 h
Wireless charging
Yes
Yes
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
adaptive
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
Yes
-
Controls
touch
-
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
11.8 g
5 g
Case weight
42 g
40 g
Water resistance
IPX4
IP55
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
2
6
Microphone type
MEMS
MEMS

What reviewers said

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

Xround Voca

The Xround Voca are wireless earbuds that deliver adaptive noise cancellation, a solid 9-hour battery life, and support for high-quality LDAC audio. They feature a compact 9mm driver, Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint, and a rugged IP55 build, making them a versatile option for daily use. With wireless charging and a transparent mode, they pack a lot of convenience into a lightweight design.

  • Pro:Adaptive ANC with transparency mode
  • Pro:Excellent battery life with case (27 hours)
  • Pro:LDAC support for high-res audio
  • Con:Sensitivity is relatively low (94 dB/mW)
  • Con:No mention of low-latency gaming mode
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium

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

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