Skullcandy Hesh ANC Wireless Over-Ear
Skullcandy
35 Overall Score
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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Bowers & Wilkins
97 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Skullcandy Hesh ANC Wireless Over-Ear
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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
88 out of 100 medium confidence 27 reviews
The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 headphones deliver exceptional sound quality with crisp, detailed audio and a spacious soundstage that rivals wired headphones. Build quality is premium with Nappa leather and aluminum, though the ANC is good but not class-leading like Bose or Sony. Comfort is generally praised, but some users find the headband pressure and weight an issue for long sessions. Overall, these are considered top-tier wireless headphones for audiophiles willing to invest in superior sound.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality and clarity
- Premium build with Nappa leather and aluminum
- Comfortable for long listening sessions
- Excellent instrument separation and soundstage
- Good battery life with quick charge
Cons
- High price point
- ANC not as good as Bose or Sony
- Headband pressure and weight for some users
- Controls placement can be awkward
- Bass not as punchy as competitors for some
Sound quality 18
Build quality 14
Comfort 12
Anc performance 10
Value for money 9
Battery life 6
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Specifications
| Skullcandy Hesh ANC Wireless Over-Ear | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | — | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | — | Leather |
| Headband | — | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Skullcandy Hesh ANC Wireless Over-Ear Bluetooth Headphones with Extra USB-C Charging Cable, Active Noise Canceling, 22 Hrs Battery, Foldable Lightweight Design, Microphone iPhone Android - Mod White | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | — | Bowers & 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 Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 0.25 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | — | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Skullcandy Hesh ANC Wireless Over-Ear
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (77th percentile)
- Strong mic (74th percentile)
- Below average battery (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average sound (25th percentile)
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
Pricing
Skullcandy Hesh ANC Wireless Over-Ear0.367score per dollar
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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S20.129score per dollar
Skullcandy Hesh ANC Wireless Over-Ear offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 36 specs.
