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AKG N9 Hybrid vs Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the AKG N9 Hybrid comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: AKG N9 Hybrid - Outstanding overall at around $289.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

AKG N9 Hybrid leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • AKG N9 Hybrid
  • Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless
HearWiki score
86
46
Sound
9.0
5.4
Noise cancelling
8.4
-
Battery
9.8
8.2
Calls
9.1
5.3
Value
9.0
-
Price (USD)
$290
$160

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

New platform

AKG N9 Hybrid (2024) against Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless (2019). The AKG N9 Hybrid is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.3 against 4.1, Top codec LDAC against aptX and ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing and USB-C.

  • N9 Hybrid20245 yr newer
  • Crusher 360 Wireless2019
What differsN9 HybridCrusher 360 Wireless

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
4.1
Top codec
LDAC
aptX
ANC type
Adaptive
None

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
USB-C
Yes
No

Specifications

N9 HybridCrusher 360 Wireless
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$290
$160
HearWiki score
86
46
Released
2024
2019
Availability
Still sold new
Still sold new
Driver
40 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
10 Hz - 40 kHz
5 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
98 dB/mW
105 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
4.1
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC
SBC, aptX
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Wireless range
-
30 m
Battery life
100 h
29 h
Battery life (ANC on)
55 h
-
Full charge time
180 min
120 min
Quick charge
10 min → 6 h
10 min → 3 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
adaptive
-
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
touch
both
Voice assistant
Google Assistant, Siri
-
Weight
281 g
275 g
Water resistance
none
none
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
Yes
No
Connector
-
3.5 mm
Microphones
1
1
Microphone type
-
electret

What reviewers said

AKG N9 Hybrid

The AKG N9 Hybrid is a versatile over-ear headphone that balances detailed, well-controlled sound with strong adaptive noise cancellation and an exceptionally long battery life. It offers modern connectivity including Bluetooth 5.3, multipoint, and LDAC support, plus a comfortable build suited for music, gaming, and movies. Its feature set makes it a practical choice for users who value both performance and endurance.

  • Pro:Very long battery life, even with ANC enabled
  • Pro:Adaptive noise cancelling with customizable options
  • Pro:Support for high-quality LDAC codec
  • Con:No water resistance rating
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Only one microphone for calls

Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless

The Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless is a bass-forward over-ear headphone that prioritizes impactful low-end over tonal balance, making it a niche pick for bass enthusiasts. With a comfortable, durable build and up to 29 hours of battery life, it suits casual, stationary listening, but its lack of noise isolation and bulky sound profile limit its versatility for commuters or critical listeners.

  • Pro:Powerful, adjustable bass via Sensory Bass slider
  • Pro:Comfortable and sturdy over-ear design
  • Pro:Long 29-hour battery life
  • Con:No active noise cancellation and weak passive isolation
  • Con:Bass can sound loose or muddy at high settings
  • Con:Sound signature is not balanced for neutral listeners

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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