Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Skullcandy Crusher Evo
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 Evo
The Skullcandy Hesh Evo headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their powerful bass, comfort, and value. Users describe the bass as like having a subwoofer on your head, and many appreciate the adjustable EQ. However, a few verified buyers report durability issues, defective units with only one speaker working, and pairing problems, with one noting the seller charges for return shipping on defective items.
Pros
- Powerful bass like a subwoofer
- Comfortable and lightweight
- Good value for money
- Adjustable bass/EQ
- Quick Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Durability issues after few uses
- Defective units with one speaker only
- Pairing problems with devices
- Seller charges for return of defective items
- Not clearly marked as older generation
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Skullcandy Crusher Evo | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | Leatherette |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | adjustable headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 100 dB★ |
| Max SPL | — | 100 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | Skullcandy Crusher Evo Wireless Bluetooth Headphones with Multi-Sensory Bass, Noise Isolating Over-Ear Fit, Flat Black (Renewed) |
| 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 | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 0.9143999814987183 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 40 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 1 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | 10 Minutes for 4 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | Skullcandy App |
| 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 Evo
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong battery (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 41 specs.