Skullcandy Crusher® 1080 ANC vs Sony WH-1000XM6: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Sony WH-1000XM6 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Sony WH-1000XM6 - Outstanding overall at around $398.

Over-Ear

Score breakdown

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

Sony WH-1000XM6 leads on 4 of 7 measures.

Skullcandy Crusher® 1080 ANC
Sony WH-1000XM6

HearWiki score

Sound

7.6

9.0

Noise cancelling

8.1

9.6

Battery

9.5

8.1

Calls

8.2

9.6

Value

8.5

8.2

Price (USD)

$240

$400

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?

Same generation

Skullcandy Crusher® 1080 ANC (2026) against Sony WH-1000XM6 (2025). These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price.

Crusher® 1080 ANC20261 yr newer
WH-1000XM62025

Level on: Bluetooth, ANC type, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Wear detection, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

Crusher® 1080 ANCWH-1000XM6

Type: Over-Ear; Over-Ear
Price (USD): $240; $400
HearWiki score: 78; 89
Released: 2026; 2025
Availability: Sold new; Sold new
Driver: 36 mm dynamic; 30 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 36 mm; 30 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 1
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz; 4 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance: 36 Ω; 48 Ω
Sensitivity: 122.1 dB/mW; 103 dB/mW
Bluetooth: 5.3; 5.3
Codecs: -; SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
Multipoint pairing: Yes; Yes
Wireless range: 10 m; 10 m
Battery life: 60 h; 40 h
Battery life (ANC on): 50 h; 30 h
Full charge time: -; 210 min
Quick charge: 10 min → 4 h; 3 min → 3 h
Wireless charging: No; No
Active noise cancelling: Yes; Yes
ANC type: adaptive; adaptive
Transparency mode: Yes; Yes
Companion app: Yes; Yes
Custom EQ: Yes; Yes
Wear detection: Yes; Yes
Controls: both; buttons
Voice assistant: Yes; Yes
Weight: 374.2 g; 254 g
Water resistance: none; none
Foldable: Yes; -
Detachable cable: Yes; Yes
USB-C: Yes; Yes
Connector: 3.5 mm; 3.5 mm
Microphones: 6; 12
Microphone type: -; MEMS

Specification comparison of Skullcandy Crusher® 1080 ANC vs Sony WH-1000XM6
Spec	Skullcandy Crusher® 1080 ANC	Sony WH-1000XM6
Type	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Price (USD)	$240	$400
HearWiki score	78 / 100 Great	89 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2026	2025
Audio
Driver	36 mm dynamic	30 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	36 mm	30 mm
Drivers per side	1	1
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	4 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance	36 Ω	48 Ω
Sensitivity	122.1 dB/mW	103 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth	5.3	5.3
Codecs	-	SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
Multipoint pairing	Yes	Yes
Wireless range	10 m	10 m
Battery
Battery life	60 h	40 h
Battery life (ANC on)	50 h	30 h
Full charge time	-	210 min
Quick charge	10 min → 4 h	3 min → 3 h
Wireless charging	No	No
Features
Active noise cancelling	Yes	Yes
ANC type	adaptive	adaptive
Transparency mode	Yes	Yes
Companion app	Yes	Yes
Custom EQ	Yes	Yes
Wear detection	Yes	Yes
Controls	both	buttons
Voice assistant	Yes	Yes
Design
Weight	374.2 g	254 g
Water resistance	none	none
Foldable	Yes	-
Detachable cable	Yes	Yes
USB-C	Yes	Yes
Connector	3.5 mm	3.5 mm
Calls
Microphones	6	12
Microphone type	-	MEMS

What reviewers said

Skullcandy Crusher® 1080 ANC

The Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC is a heavy-duty over-ear headphone that puts haptic bass front and center, while borrowing Bose-tuned sound and adaptive noise cancellation for a well-rounded wireless experience. It offers a marathon 50-hour battery with ANC on, Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint, and a foldable design, making it a strong pick for bass lovers who prioritize longevity over portability. However, its hefty build, lack of premium codecs, and average call quality keep it from being a top-tier all-rounder.

Pro:Powerful haptic bass that adds physical vibration
Pro:Excellent battery life, exceeding 50 hours with ANC
Pro:Effective adaptive noise cancellation with transparency mode

Con:Heavy at 374g, causing comfort issues over long sessions
Con:No aptX or LDAC support for high-resolution wireless audio
Con:Call quality is inconsistent in noisy environments

Sony WH-1000XM6

The Sony WH-1000XM6 is a premium over-ear wireless headphone that combines adaptive active noise cancellation with a long-lasting battery and support for high-quality audio codecs. It features multipoint Bluetooth connectivity and a transparent mode, making it a versatile choice for both focused listening and everyday commutes. With a lightweight build and tactile controls, it balances comfort and functionality for extended use.

Pro:Adaptive active noise cancellation for personalized silencing
Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 for seamless device switching
Pro:Transparency mode for ambient awareness when needed

Con:No water resistance rating for wet conditions
Con:No wireless charging option
Con:Relies on physical buttons rather than touch controls

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

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