Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-S986
What Buyers Say
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
The Bowers & Wilkins PX8 S2 headphones are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, premium build, and comfort. Users highlight the detailed, balanced audio, luxurious materials, and effective ANC, though some note that ANC is not the best in class and the price is high. A few minor complaints include the bulky case, control placement, and call quality, but overall, these are considered top-tier headphones for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build materials
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price
- ANC not best in class
- Bulky carrying case
- Controls placement awkward
- Call quality average
Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-S986
The SkullCandy Crusher ANC 2 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from verified purchasers. Users praise the adjustable haptic bass, exceptional battery life, and comfortable fit for extended wear. The active noise cancellation is effective for most environments, though some note it is not total soundproofing. A few minor complaints include the lack of track skip buttons and a soft carrying case.
Pros
- Adjustable haptic bass
- Exceptional battery life
- Comfortable for long wear
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Clear and balanced sound
Cons
- No track skip buttons
- Soft carrying case instead of hard shell
- Bass cannot be reduced to near-zero
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-S986 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 0.33 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | — |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 100 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | 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 - Black/Asphalt |
| Surround | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, High-Res Playback, 30H Playtime with Quick Charge Support, Bluetooth Headphones, Onyx Black | Bowers | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adjustable 4-mic |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 1 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | 10 minutes of charging gives you 4 hours of listening |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | Skull-iQ |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-S986
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
Pricing
Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-S986 offers 3.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 39 specs.
