True Wireless
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100
82Great
$93
Full review dataCambridge Audio Melomania M100 vs Skullcandy Push® Play Active: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 - Great overall at around $93.
True Wireless
Skullcandy Push® Play Active
72Good
$60
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery9.0
Calls7.0
Value8.0
Skullcandy Push® Play Active
Sound7.0
Battery8.0
Calls6.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 | Skullcandy Push® Play Active |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $93 | $60 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2024 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 10mm | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 6 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | - | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | - | 22 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 104 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless | SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 16 h | 10 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 10 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 52 h | 34 h |
| Full charge time | 150 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 1.5 h ANC on; 10 min = 2.4 h ANC off | 10 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | No |
| ANC type | adaptive | none |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | touch | buttons |
| Voice assistant | Siri / Google Assistant | Clear Voice Smart Mic |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 6.65 g | 95 g |
| Case weight | 53.3 g | - |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IP55 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 1 |
What reviewers said
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100
The Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 are feature-packed true wireless earbuds that deliver a warm, easy-going sound and a long list of modern conveniences. With adaptive ANC, aptX Lossless support, and a combined 52-hour battery life, they offer strong overall value for listeners who prioritize versatility and endurance. While their performance is solid for the price, some compromises in noise cancellation and transparency modes keep them from being flawless.
- Pro:Very long total battery life with quick-charge support
- Pro:Broad codec support including aptX Lossless
- Pro:Effective adaptive noise cancellation for the price
- Con:ANC performance is decent but not class-leading
- Con:Transparency mode is relatively weak
- Con:No specified frequency range from the manufacturer
Skullcandy Push® Play Active
These budget-friendly wireless earbuds are built for active lifestyles, offering a secure fit, long-lasting battery, and a punchy yet neutral sound profile. While they lack noise cancellation, they include a transparency mode and IP55 water resistance, making them a practical choice for workouts rather than a premium all-rounder.
- Pro:Long battery life with the charging case
- Pro:Secure and comfortable fit for exercise
- Pro:Solid, well-balanced sound for the price
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Only one microphone for calls
- Con:No wireless charging support
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