Apple AirPods Max 2
Skullcandy Crusher S6PCW-T963
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Max 2
The Apple AirPods Max 2 receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, powerful noise cancellation, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem. Many users praise the clear, immersive audio and the effective ANC that can block out most background noise. However, significant complaints include high weight causing neck discomfort, poor battery life with rapid drain, and connectivity issues like frequent disconnections. A few users also report defective units that stop working within weeks, and the lack of a power-off button is a common frustration.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Powerful noise cancellation
- Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
- Premium build quality
- Comfortable for extended use
Cons
- Heavy weight causes neck discomfort
- Poor battery life with rapid drain
- Frequent disconnection issues
- No power-off button
- Defective units stop working early
Skullcandy Crusher S6PCW-T963
The Skullcandy Crusher 720 is praised for its incredible bass, comfort, and immersive sound, especially for gaming and music. However, some users report issues with battery life, creaking build, and a finicky mute button. Overall, it's a solid headset for bass lovers, but potential buyers should be aware of the trade-offs.
Pros
- Incredible bass and vibration
- Comfortable memory foam ear cups
- Immersive THX spatial audio
- Good sound quality for gaming and music
- Easy-to-use EQ software
Cons
- Battery drains quickly with bass on
- Creaking build quality in some units
- Mute button is hard to use
- Sound leakage at high volume
- Bass wheel can slip over time
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Max 2 | Skullcandy Crusher S6PCW-T963 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.39 kg | 0.35 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | memory foam |
| Headband | Breathable knit mesh with stainless steel frame | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 36 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | Apple AirPods Max 2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio, Personalized Spatial Audio, Live Translation, Bluetooth Headphones – Starlight with AppleCare+ (2 years) | Skullcandy Crusher PLYR 720 Wireless Gaming Headset, Ultimate Immersion and Comfort, THX Spatial Audio, Multi-Sensory Bass and Platform- Digi-Black, Removable Mic, PC, PlayStation, Nintendo |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 20 hrs | 48 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hour | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | iOS Only | Skull-HQ |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| RGB | — | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Max 2
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
Skullcandy Crusher S6PCW-T963
- Strong battery (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong sound (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong mic (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Skullcandy Crusher S6PCW-T963 offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 38 specs.
