Soundcore Life Q20

Soundcore Life Q20

Soundcore
90 Overall Score
vs
Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-S986

Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-S986

Skullcandy
81 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Soundcore Life Q20

87 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews

Users overwhelmingly praise these headphones for their exceptional value, comfort, and impressive noise cancellation at a budget price. Battery life is a standout feature, with one user reporting 60% charge remaining after two weeks of use. A few minor complaints include the headphones being slightly heavy and the lack of a clear power indicator light. Overall, the sentiment is highly positive, with most reviewers recommending them as a top budget pick.

Pros
  • Exceptional value for money
  • Impressive noise cancellation
  • Long battery life
  • Comfortable for extended wear
  • Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
  • Slightly heavy on the head
  • No clear power indicator light
  • Noise cancelling not confirmed for wired mode
👍 Value for money 8
👍 Noise cancellation 7
👍 Battery life 5
👍 Comfort 5
👍 Sound quality 6
👍 Bluetooth pairing 4

Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-S986

92 out of 100 low confidence 6 reviews

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
👍 Bass quality 5
👍 Battery life 3
👍 Comfort 4
👍 Noise cancellation 4
👍 Build quality 2
👍 Sound quality 3

Scores

Budget
Soundcore
87
Skullcandy
76
Gaming
Soundcore
83
Skullcandy
68
Work
Soundcore
78
Skullcandy
65
Studio
Soundcore
77
Skullcandy
66
Music
Soundcore
76
Skullcandy
65
Commute
Soundcore
73
Skullcandy
70
Calls
Soundcore
66
Skullcandy
60

Specifications

Soundcore Life Q20Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-S986
Design
Form Factorover-earover-ear
Open/Closedclosedclosed
Foldable✓✓
Weight0.26 kg★0.33 kg
Ear Cushionmemory foam—
Headbandmemory foam—
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size40 mm40 mm
Drivers44
Freq Min16 Hz★—
Freq Max40 kHz★20 kHz
Impedance16 Ω32 Ω
Sensitivity105 dB★100 dB
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsFoldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouchSkullcandy 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
Noise Control
ANC✓✓
ANC Typehybridadjustable 4-mic active noise canceling
Transparency✓✓
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.05.2★
ProfilesA2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP—
Multipoint✓✓
Wired Connector3.5mm3.5mm
Detachable Cable✓★✗
Cable Length1.2000000476837158 m—
Range15 m★—
Battery
Battery Life60 hrs60 hrs
Charge Time2 hrs1 hrs★
Fast Charging5 minutes for 4 hours of listening10 minutes of charging gives you 4 hours of listening
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count44
NC Mic✓✓
Boom Mic✗—
Detachable Mic✗—
Features
Voice AssistantSiri, Google AssistantAlexa
Touch Controls✓★—
Appsoundcore appSkull-iQ
Gaming Mode✗—
Water ResistanceWater-ResistantWater-Resistant

Pros & Cons

Soundcore Life Q20

  • Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
  • Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile

Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-S986

  • Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
  • Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: Soundcore Life Q20

Scores 90 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 40 specs.

Soundcore Life Q20 Better at:

WorkCallsMusicBudgetGamingStudioCommute