Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

Bowers & Wilkins
97 Overall Score
vs
Skullcandy Crusher Evo Wireless

Skullcandy Crusher Evo Wireless

Skullcandy
55 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

87 out of 100 high confidence 60 reviews

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
👍 Sound quality 45
👍 Build quality 30
👍 Comfort 25
🤔 Noise cancelling 20
👍 Battery life 15
👎 Price 12

Skullcandy Crusher Evo Wireless

92 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews

The Skullcandy Crusher Evo headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional bass, comfort, and build quality. Users praise the adjustable sensory bass, long battery life, and rapid charging, with many noting the headphones' durability even after heavy daily use. A few minor concerns about clamping force and default bass-heavy tuning are mentioned, but overall sentiment is highly favorable.

Pros
  • Exceptional adjustable bass
  • Long battery life
  • Rapid charging
  • Comfortable fit
  • Durable build quality
Cons
  • Slight clamping force
  • Default bass-heavy tuning
  • No charging brick included
👍 Bass quality 9
👍 Battery life 6
👍 Build quality 7
👍 Comfort 6
👍 Sound quality 8
👍 Charging speed 4

Scores

Gaming
Bowers & Wilkins
91
Skullcandy
45
Budget
Bowers & Wilkins
90
Skullcandy
53
Studio
Bowers & Wilkins
89
Skullcandy
44
Music
Bowers & Wilkins
86
Skullcandy
59
Work
Bowers & Wilkins
83
Skullcandy
43
Calls
Bowers & Wilkins
74
Skullcandy
36
Commute
Bowers & Wilkins
72
Skullcandy
53

Specifications

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2Skullcandy Crusher Evo Wireless
Design
Form Factorover-earover-ear
Open/Closedclosedclosed
Foldable✗✓★
Weight0.30 kg★0.40 kg
Ear CushionLeather—
HeadbandAluminum, Leather—
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size40 mm40 mm
Drivers13★
Impedance—32 Ω
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsAAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBCSkullcandy Crusher Evo Wireless Bluetooth Headphones with Multi-Sensory Bass, Noise Isolating Over-Ear Fit, Up to 40 Hours Battery, Microphone for iPhone Android - Asphalt
SurroundBowers & 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 Typeadaptive—
Transparency✓✓
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.3★—
ProfilesA2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP—
Multipoint✓★—
Wired Connector3.5mm—
Detachable Cable✓★—
Cable Length1.2000000476837158 m—
Battery
Battery Life30 hrs40 hrs★
Charge Time2 hrs★—
Fast Charging15 Minutes for 7 Hours10 Minute Charge = 4 Hours Playtime
ChargingUSB-C★—
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count8★—
NC Mic✓★—
Boom Mic✗—
Detachable Mic✓★—
Features
Voice AssistantSiri—
Touch Controls✗—
AppBowers & Wilkins MusicSkullcandy App
Volume Limiting✗—

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 Wireless

  • Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong anc (85th percentile)85th %ile
  • Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
  • Below average build (34th percentile)

Verdict

★ Winner: Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 36 specs.

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Better at:

WorkCallsMusicBudgetGamingStudioCommute