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Alienware Pro Wireless vs Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless: which should you buy?

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

Our pick: Alienware Pro Wireless - Outstanding overall at around $125.

Score breakdown

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

Alienware Pro Wireless leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • Alienware Pro Wireless
  • Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless
HearWiki score
86
46
Sound
8.7
5.4
Noise cancelling
8.1
-
Battery
9.1
8.2
Calls
8.7
5.3
Value
8.6
-
Price (USD)
$120
$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?

Mixed generations

Alienware Pro Wireless (2024) against Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless (2019). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Alienware Pro Wireless brings Bluetooth 5.3 against 4.1, while the Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless answers with Top codec aptX against SBC. The Alienware Pro Wireless answers on convenience features: it adds USB-C.

  • Pro Wireless20245 yr newer
  • Crusher 360 Wireless2019
What differsPro WirelessCrusher 360 Wireless

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
4.1
Top codec
SBC
aptX

Everyday features

USB-C
Yes
No

Specifications

Pro WirelessCrusher 360 Wireless
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$120
$160
HearWiki score
86
46
Released
2024
2019
Availability
Still sold new
Still sold new
Driver
50 mm driver
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
50 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
5 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
-
105 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
4.1
Codecs
SBC
SBC, aptX
Multipoint pairing
No
No
Wireless range
-
30 m
Battery life
70 h
29 h
Battery life (ANC on)
35 h
-
Full charge time
-
120 min
Quick charge
15 min → 6 h
10 min → 3 h
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Controls
-
both
Weight
310 g
275 g
Water resistance
-
none
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
Yes
No
Pad material
leatherette
-
Clamp force
365 g
-
Connector
-
3.5 mm
Microphones
2
1
Microphone type
-
electret
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
AI ENC
-

What reviewers said

Alienware Pro Wireless

Its leatherette pads and moderate 310g weight aim for comfort during long sessions, while the 2.4GHz wireless option and USB-C charging add versatility for desk and on-the-go use. Sound quality is generally strong, but the microphone performance and a single SBC codec limit keep it from being a flawless all-rounder.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life, especially with ANC off
  • Pro:Comfortable leatherette ear pads for long wear
  • Pro:Active noise cancellation and transparency mode included
  • Con:Microphone quality is underwhelming for the price
  • Con:Only SBC codec support limits high-res wireless audio
  • Con:No multipoint connection for seamless device switching

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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