Over-Ear
Nectar Hive
85Outstanding
$197
Full review dataNectar Hive vs Skullcandy Crusher 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 Wireless
68Good
$170
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 Wireless
Sound6.0
Noise cancelling2.0
Battery8.0
Calls5.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Nectar Hive | Skullcandy Crusher Wireless |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $197 | $170 |
| HearWiki score | 85 / 100 · Outstanding | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2016 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | Electrostatic | Dynamic |
| Driver size | - | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | - | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-7kHz | 20Hz-20KHz |
| Sound signature | Bright neutral | - |
| Impedance | - | 33 Ω |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.2 |
| Codecs | - | SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | - | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 50 h |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 4 h |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | No |
| Controls | - | both |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 370 g | 275 g |
| Water resistance | - | none |
| Model code | - | Crusher Evo |
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 Wireless
The Skullcandy Crusher Wireless are over-ear headphones aimed squarely at bass lovers, featuring a dedicated slider that lets you crank up low-end intensity. They offer exceptional battery life and solid build quality for the price, but their heavily boosted bass and lack of noise isolation make them a fun, niche choice rather than a balanced or commute-friendly option.
- Pro:Outstanding 40-hour battery life
- Pro:Sturdy build for the price
- Pro:Customizable bass via physical slider
- Con:Bass gets overpowering even for bass fans
- Con:Weak passive noise isolation
- Con:Tight fit on larger heads
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