Skullcandy Crusher® ANC 2 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 5 of 7 measures.

Skullcandy Crusher® ANC 2
Sony WH-1000XM6

HearWiki score

Sound

7.2

9.0

Noise cancelling

5.8

9.6

Battery

9.1

8.1

Calls

7.0

9.6

Value

7.0

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?

New platform

Sony WH-1000XM6 (2025) against Skullcandy Crusher® ANC 2 (2023). The Sony WH-1000XM6 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.2, Top codec LC3 against AAC and LE Audio (LC3).

Crusher® ANC 22023
WH-1000XM620252 yr newer

What differsCrusher® ANC 2WH-1000XM6

Bluetooth: 5.2; 5.3
Top codec: AAC; LC3
LE Audio (LC3): No; Yes

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

Specifications

Crusher® ANC 2WH-1000XM6

Type: Over-Ear; Over-Ear
Price (USD): $240; $400
HearWiki score: 67; 89
Released: 2023; 2025
Availability: Still sold new; Sold new
Driver: 40 mm dynamic; 30 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 40 mm; 30 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 1
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz; 4 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance: 32 Ω; 48 Ω
Sensitivity: 100 dB/mW; 103 dB/mW
Bluetooth: 5.2; 5.3
Codecs: SBC, AAC; SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
Multipoint pairing: Yes; Yes
Wireless range: -; 10 m
Battery life: 60 h; 40 h
Battery life (ANC on): 50 h; 30 h
Full charge time: -; 210 min
Quick charge: -; 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: buttons; buttons
Voice assistant: Alexa; Yes
Weight: 332 g; 254 g
Water resistance: none; none
Detachable cable: -; Yes
USB-C: Yes; Yes
Connector: -; 3.5 mm
Microphones: 4; 12
Microphone type: -; MEMS

Specification comparison of Skullcandy Crusher® ANC 2 vs Sony WH-1000XM6
Spec	Skullcandy Crusher® ANC 2	Sony WH-1000XM6
Type	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Price (USD)	$240	$400
HearWiki score	67 / 100 Good	89 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2023	2025
Audio
Driver	40 mm dynamic	30 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	40 mm	30 mm
Drivers per side	1	1
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	4 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance	32 Ω	48 Ω
Sensitivity	100 dB/mW	103 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth	5.2	5.3
Codecs	SBC, AAC	SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
Multipoint pairing	Yes	Yes
Wireless range	-	10 m
Battery
Battery life	60 h	40 h
Battery life (ANC on)	50 h	30 h
Full charge time	-	210 min
Quick charge	-	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	buttons	buttons
Voice assistant	Alexa	Yes
Design
Weight	332 g	254 g
Water resistance	none	none
Detachable cable	-	Yes
USB-C	Yes	Yes
Connector	-	3.5 mm
Calls
Microphones	4	12
Microphone type	-	MEMS

What reviewers said

Skullcandy Crusher® ANC 2

The Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 are wireless over-ear headphones built for bass lovers, with a signature adjustable low-end boost and adaptive noise cancellation. They offer a very long battery life, Bluetooth 5.2 with multipoint, and a comfortable fit, though their sound signature is heavily skewed toward sub-bass and their ANC is not class-leading. Overall, they are a niche pick for those who prioritize powerful, tactile bass over a neutral or balanced presentation.

Pro:Extremely powerful, adjustable bass response
Pro:Excellent battery life (up to 50 hours with ANC)
Pro:Comfortable for long listening sessions

Con:Noise cancellation is good but not top-tier
Con:Sound signature is too bass-heavy for neutral listeners
Con:No water resistance or wireless charging

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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