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Skullcandy Crusher® Evo vs Wavefun Wave Pro X: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Wavefun Wave Pro X comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Wavefun Wave Pro X - Outstanding overall at around $130.

Score breakdown

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

Wavefun Wave Pro X leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • Skullcandy Crusher® Evo
  • Wavefun Wave Pro X
HearWiki score
64
89
Sound
7.3
8.5
Noise cancelling
-
8.0
Battery
9.4
9.5
Calls
6.3
7.5
Value
5.7
9.0
Price (USD)
$180
$130

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?

Half a step newer

Wavefun Wave Pro X (2026) against Skullcandy Crusher® Evo (2020). The Wavefun Wave Pro X edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.0. It also adds Wireless charging.

  • Crusher® Evo2020
  • Wave Pro X20266 yr newer
What differsCrusher® EvoWave Pro X

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
6.0

Everyday features

Wireless charging
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

Crusher® EvoWave Pro X
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$180
$130
HearWiki score
64
89
Released
2020
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
40 mm dynamic
2× 40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
-
Sensitivity
95 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.0
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
No
-
Wireless range
10 m
10 m
Battery life
40 h
100 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
60 h
Full charge time
60 min
-
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
buttons
-
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
312 g
-
Water resistance
none
-
Foldable
-
Yes
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
1
-

What reviewers said

Skullcandy Crusher® Evo

The Skullcandy Crusher Evo are wireless over-ear headphones that lean heavily into adjustable, tactile bass, making them a strong match for bass-forward listeners. They offer an impressively long battery life and can be used wired when the battery runs out, but they lack noise cancellation and provide minimal passive isolation. Overall, they deliver a fun, energetic sound with a focus on low-end punch rather than neutral accuracy.

  • Pro:Adjustable bass slider for customizable low-end intensity
  • Pro:Exceptional battery life, often exceeding the rated 40 hours
  • Pro:Comfortable fit for extended listening sessions
  • Con:No active noise cancellation and weak passive isolation
  • Con:Bass-heavy tuning may overwhelm other frequencies
  • Con:Lacks multipoint Bluetooth pairing

Wavefun Wave Pro X

The Wavefun Wave Pro X is a versatile over-ear wireless headphone with a claimed 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC on), Bluetooth 6.0, and a foldable design for portability. It features active noise cancellation, transparency mode, wear detection, and a detachable cable for wired use, making it a strong budget-friendly option for everyday listening.

  • Pro:Exceptional 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC)
  • Pro:Includes ANC, transparency mode, and wear detection
  • Pro:Foldable design with USB-C and wireless charging
  • Con:No mention of high-resolution codec support in specs
  • Con:Frequency response range is standard, not extended
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium at this price

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

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