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OnePlus Buds Pro 4 vs Skullcandy Push® ANC Active: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the OnePlus Buds Pro 4 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: OnePlus Buds Pro 4 - Great overall at around $130.

Score breakdown

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

OnePlus Buds Pro 4
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery8.5
Calls7.5
Value9.0
Skullcandy Push® ANC Active
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.5
Battery8.0
Calls6.0
Value7.5

Specifications

Specification comparison of OnePlus Buds Pro 4 vs Skullcandy Push® ANC Active
SpecOnePlus Buds Pro 4Skullcandy Push® ANC Active
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$130$105
HearWiki score84 / 100 · Great72 / 100 · Good
Released20262024
Audio
Driverdual drivers; 11mm woofer + 6mm tweeterdynamic
Driver size11 mm12 mm
Drivers per side12
Frequency response10Hz-40kHz20Hz-20kHz
Impedance-16 Ω
Wireless
Bluetooth5.45.3
Bluetooth version-5.3
CodecsSBC, AAC, LHDC 5.0SBC
Multipoint pairingYesYes
Latency47 ms-
Wireless range10 m10 m
Battery
Battery life13 h12 h
Battery life (ANC on)7 h7 h
Battery incl. case45 h58 h
Full charge time70 min-
Quick charge10 min = 11 hours playback10 min = 2 h
Wireless chargingYesYes
Features
Active noise cancellingYesYes
ANC typeadaptiveadaptive
Transparency modeYesYes
Companion appYesYes
Custom EQYesYes
Wear detectionYesNo
Controlstouchbuttons
Voice assistantyesvoice assistant support
Design
Weight4.73 g105 g
Case weight50.62 g-
Water resistanceIP55IP67
USB-CYesYes
Model codeOnePlus Buds 4-
Calls
Microphones34
Call noise reduction-4-mic digital active noise canceling

What reviewers said

OnePlus Buds Pro 4

The OnePlus Buds Pro 4 are a well-rounded pair of true wireless earbuds that deliver impressive audio, adaptive noise cancellation, and strong battery life for their price. They're particularly suited for active lifestyles thanks to their IP55 rating and secure fit, with a feature set that includes multipoint, wireless charging, and customizable EQ. Overall, they offer excellent value and perform above their price point across most key areas.

  • Pro:Rich dual-driver sound with LHDC support
  • Pro:Effective adaptive ANC and transparency mode
  • Pro:Long battery life with wireless charging case
  • Con:Touch controls may require a learning curve
  • Con:No official mention of wear detection
  • Con:Slightly bulky case compared to rivals

Skullcandy Push® ANC Active

These wireless earbuds combine a secure over-ear hook design with adaptive noise cancellation, making them a practical choice for workouts and daily commutes. They offer a long total battery life with a Qi-compatible charging case, though the case itself is quite bulky. Sound quality is generally strong for the price, but the active noise reduction is only moderately effective and some audio frequencies can lack clarity.

  • Pro:Secure ear-hook fit for exercise
  • Pro:Long battery life with case
  • Pro:Qi wireless charging support
  • Con:Bulky charging case
  • Con:ANC not very effective
  • Con:High frequencies could be clearer

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

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