Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC

The Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC delivers best-in-class noise canceling and a ridiculous 60-hour battery, plus that signature adjustable bass you can feel. Comfort is a serious weak spot and sound quality is just average. Worth it for bass lovers, especially under $200.

The ANC here is genuinely best-in-class, sitting in the 98th percentile of everything we've tested. Bose's QuietControl tech with six mics does serious work. Battery life is also a standout at 60 hours with ANC off, and the rapid charge is legit. Connectivity is excellent too, with BT 5.3, multipoint, and Auracast support. But the sound is middle of the pack at the 49th percentile. The Crusher bass is fun, don't get me wrong, but it can overwhelm everything else if you crank it. And comfort is rough, landing in the 15th percentile. At 374 grams, these are heavy, and you'll feel it after an hour or two.

Against the Sony ULT WEAR, the Crusher 1080 has better battery life and more aggressive bass, but Sony wins on comfort and overall sound balance. The Sennheiser Momentum M5AEBT is a different beast entirely, far more refined sound but less fun and pricier. The Technics EAH-A800 offers better build quality and comfort, though its ANC can't touch this. If you want the most comfortable option in this range, the JBL Tune 670NC or TOZO HT3 are lighter and easier to wear for long sessions, but they don't have the Crusher's party trick.

Pricing is all over the place in the US, ranging from $180 to $275 across three listings. That's a $95 spread, which is wild. At the low end, you're getting top-tier ANC and battery for a very reasonable price. At the high end, you're paying Bose money for a Skullcandy build. If you can find it closer to $180, it's a solid deal. Just don't expect premium comfort at any price.

Skullcandy teamed up with Bose for the Crusher 1080 ANC, and it's a weirdly perfect match. You get Skullcandy's signature adjustable bass that rattles your skull, paired with Bose's noise canceling and spatial audio tech. It's a party in a headphone, but with some actual refinement behind it.

The headline numbers are strong. 60 hours of battery with ANC off, 50 with it on, and a 10-minute quick charge gets you 4 hours back. ANC performance is top of the charts in our database, and connectivity is nearly flawless with BT 5.3, multipoint, and LE Audio. But comfort is a real problem, and the sound profile won't please everyone.

Skip these if comfort is your top priority. At 374 grams with a 15th percentile comfort score, they'll wear on you during long sessions. Also skip if you need accurate, neutral sound for mixing or critical listening, the Crusher bass colors everything and studio performance is near the bottom of our rankings.

Buy this if you want skull-rattling bass and top-shelf ANC in one package. It's a fun headphone that doesn't skimp on the tech. Just know that comfort is a real issue, and if you're looking for accurate, studio-grade sound, this isn't it. For bass heads who want to feel their music and block out the world, it's a strong pick, especially if you can snag it at the lower end of that price range.