Sony WH-1000XM6
Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-S986
What Buyers Say
Sony WH-1000XM6
The Sony WH-1000XM6 earns praise for its exceptional noise cancellation, clear sound quality, and comfortable fit for many users, with several calling it the best headphones they've owned. However, a significant number of reviews highlight serious drawbacks: uncomfortable clamping force and shallow earcups causing pain, buggy multipoint Bluetooth connectivity, a fingerprint-prone finish, and disappointing customer service regarding warranty repairs and promised free gifts. While the ANC and audio are top-tier, comfort and reliability issues prevent it from being a universal recommendation.
Pros
- Exceptional noise cancellation
- Clear and detailed sound quality
- Comfortable for many users
- Long battery life
- Foldable design
Cons
- Uncomfortable clamping force
- Shallow earcups causing pain
- Buggy multipoint Bluetooth
- Fingerprint-prone finish
- Poor customer service
Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-S986
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
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM6 | Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-S986 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.33 kg |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | — |
| Headband | synthetic leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 30 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 4★ |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | 100 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | Skullcandy 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 |
| Surround | Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones, HD NC Processor QN3, 12 Microphones, Studio-Quality, New Sandstone Color | Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Noise Cancelling Wireless | Sony | Sa | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adjustable 4-mic active noise canceling |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 1 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback | 10 minutes of charging gives you 4 hours of listening |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sony | Sound Connect | Skull-iQ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
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
Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 41 specs.