Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-Q740
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
What Buyers Say
Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-Q740
The Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 XT headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their powerful bass and solid noise cancellation, though some users report issues with fit and build quality. Verified buyers praise the thumping bass and battery life, but a few complain about poor performance or missing accessories. Overall, they are seen as great for bass lovers but may not suit everyone's comfort needs.
Pros
- Powerful bass
- Good noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable ear cushions
- Solid build quality
Cons
- ANC not as effective as advertised
- No way to reduce bass vibration
- Weak headband tension causes slipping
- Ear cups sit on ears not over them
- Bluetooth and mic connectivity issues
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
The Sony ULT WEAR headphones deliver impressive noise cancellation and powerful bass via the ULT button, with many users praising the long battery life and comfortable fit. Sound quality improves significantly after using the companion app to customize the EQ, though some find the default sound muddy and the ULT bass boost overwhelming. A few long-term users report scratchy audio after two years, and the headphones are noted as bulky for some.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Powerful bass with ULT button
- Long battery life (up to 30 hours)
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Default sound is muddy without EQ
- ULT bass boost can be overwhelming
- Bulky design for some users
- Scratchy audio reported after 2 years
- Not ideal for gym use (fall off)
Scores
Specifications
| Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-Q740 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.41 kg | 0.26 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | — | thermo-foaming |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 314 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Adjustable | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.800000190734863 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | Rapid Charge | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 5★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | Skull-iQ App | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-Q740
- Strong mic (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong battery (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong anc (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average comfort (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average sound (25th percentile)
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
Pricing
Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-Q740
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 37 specs.
