Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2
RØDE NTH-100M
What Buyers Say
Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2
The Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their powerful, adjustable bass and excellent sound quality. Users praise the long 60-hour battery life, comfortable fit, and premium build quality, often comparing them favorably to more expensive brands like Beats and Sony. While the noise canceling is noted as not perfect, the immersive audio experience more than compensates for most users.
Pros
- Powerful adjustable bass
- Excellent sound quality
- Long 60-hour battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Premium build quality
Cons
- Noise canceling not perfect
- Requires app for best audio
RØDE NTH-100M
The RODE NTH-100M headphones receive generally positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and build. Users appreciate the clear microphone and noise isolation, making them suitable for podcasting, editing, and conferencing. However, some report durability issues like broken headbands or wire shorts, and the fit can be tight or cause discomfort after long use. A few users experienced allergic reactions to the ear cushion material or found the microphone less effective for professional setups.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable ear cushions
- Clear microphone
- Good noise isolation
- Sturdy build quality
Cons
- Heavy weight causes ear pain
- Tight fit initially
- Durability issues (broken headband, wire short)
- Microphone not working for some
- Allergic reaction to ear cushion material
Scores
Specifications
| Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 | RØDE NTH-100M | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.33 kg★ | 0.36 kg |
| Ear Cushion | leather | Alcantara, memory foam |
| Headband | — | Alcantara |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 35 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 8 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Max SPL | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 Wireless Over-Ear Bluetooth Headphones with Multi-Sensory Bass, Active Noise Cancelling, Up to 60 Hours Battery, Microphone for iPhone Android - True Black | RØDE NTH-100M Professional Over-ear Headset for Media, Broadcast, Podcasting, Content Creation, Streaming, Working From Home,Black |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adjustable | — |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 2.4000000953674316 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 Minutes for 4 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Alexa | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Skullcandy App | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
RØDE NTH-100M
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong sound (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 78 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 41 specs.
