Over-Ear
Nectar Hive
85Outstanding
$197
Full review dataNectar Hive vs Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Nectar Hive comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Nectar Hive - Outstanding overall at around $197.
Over-Ear
Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless
62Average
$300
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Nectar Hive
Sound9.0
Value7.0
Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless
Sound6.0
Battery7.0
Value6.0
Specifications
| Spec | Nectar Hive | Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $197 | $300 |
| HearWiki score | 85 / 100 · Outstanding | 62 / 100 · Average |
| Released | 2022 | 2019 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | Electrostatic | Dynamic |
| Driver size | - | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | - | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-7kHz | 5Hz-20kHz |
| Sound signature | Bright neutral | - |
| Impedance | - | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 105 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | 4.1 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 4.1 |
| Codecs | - | SBC, aptX |
| Multipoint pairing | - | No |
| Wireless range | - | 30 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 29 h |
| Full charge time | - | 10 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 3 h |
| Wireless charging | - | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | No |
| Controls | - | both |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 370 g | 275 g |
| Water resistance | - | none |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
| USB-C | - | No |
What reviewers said
Nectar Hive
The Nectar Hive is a wired electrostatic over-ear headphone priced around $600, weighing just 370 grams. It delivers a bright neutral sound signature with a frequency response spanning 20Hz to 7kHz, offering a detailed and airy presentation that leans toward analytical clarity. This model earns high marks for its tonal balance and technical performance, making it a strong contender in its price bracket for listeners who prefer a crisp, revealing sound.
- Pro:Excellent tonal accuracy and neutrality
- Pro:Impressive technical detail retrieval
- Pro:Featherweight design for comfort
- Con:Bright tilt may be fatiguing for some
- Con:Limited bass impact due to electrostatic nature
- Con:Requires dedicated amplifier for proper use
Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless
The Skullcandy Crusher 360 Wireless is a bass-forward over-ear headphone designed for listeners who prioritize powerful low-end punch over tonal accuracy. While it offers a comfortable and durable build with long battery life, its sound quality suffers from loose bass when the Sensory Bass feature is active, and the lack of noise isolation makes it unsuitable for noisy environments.
- Pro:Comfortable and durable build
- Pro:Long 29-hour battery life
- Pro:Exciting, bass-heavy sound signature
- Con:Bass can sound loose and messy with Sensory Bass on
- Con:Weak noise isolation, poor for commuting or office
- Con:Overall sound quality is mediocre for the price
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