Shokz OpenFit Air 2 vs Technics EAH-AZ100: which should you buy?

Key differences

Not enough for an overall lead: the Shokz OpenFit Air 2 is ahead on water resistance only.

• Water resistance: IP55 vs IPX4Shokz OpenFit Air 2: IP55 (IP55 (earbuds)) ConfirmedSourceTechnics EAH-AZ100: IPX4 (IPX4 (earbuds only, not the charging case)) ConfirmedSource
• Weight: 7.2 g vs 5.9 gShokz OpenFit Air 2: 7.2 g (7.2 g per earbud) ConfirmedSourceTechnics EAH-AZ100: 5.9 g (5.9 g per earbud) ConfirmedSource

From each maker's own specifications. A point is listed only when both makers state a figure and the two differ; a point either maker does not state is left out, never guessed. Two figures measured under different conditions are shown side by side, not compared.

Who should buy which

• The Shokz OpenFit Air 2 Guide names it for travel and noisy calls.Travel: Eight hours per charge, 36 with the case, and 10 minutes on the charger buys 3 more hours. ConfirmedSourceNoisy calls: Your voice stays clear in busy places thanks to dual microphones and AI noise reduction. Source linkedSource
• The Technics EAH-AZ100 Guide names it for high-res music and air travel.High-res music: The Magnetic Fluid Driver keeps distortion low and bass accurate, and the sound is engagingly musical. Source linkedSourceAir travel: Adaptive noise cancelling adjusts in real time to keep ambient noise out on the flight. Source linkedSource

From what each Guide names the product best for. Both Guides also name fitness.