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Skullcandy Hesh 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 6 of 7 measures.

  • Skullcandy Hesh Evo
  • Wavefun Wave Pro X
HearWiki score
60
89
Sound
6.4
8.5
Noise cancelling
-
8.0
Battery
6.9
9.5
Calls
5.6
7.5
Value
5.8
9.0
Price (USD)
$90
$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 Hesh Evo (2021). The Wavefun Wave Pro X edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.0. It also adds Wireless charging.

  • Hesh Evo2021
  • Wave Pro X20265 yr newer
What differsHesh EvoWave Pro X

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
6.0

Everyday features

Wireless charging
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

Hesh EvoWave Pro X
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$90
$130
HearWiki score
60
89
Released
2021
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
-
2
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
-
Sensitivity
91.3 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.0
6.0
Codecs
SBC
-
Multipoint pairing
No
-
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
36 h
100 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
60 h
Full charge time
105 min
-
Quick charge
10 min → 3 h
-
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
Yes
Weight
213 g
-
Water resistance
none
-
Foldable
Yes
Yes
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes

What reviewers said

Skullcandy Hesh Evo

The Skullcandy Hesh Evo is a budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphone that focuses on core essentials, offering a long 36-hour battery life and a lightweight, foldable design. It delivers a decent, neutral-leaning sound profile that works well for casual listening and travel, though its feature set is quite basic, with only SBC codec support and no active noise cancellation or app customization. For its price, it's a straightforward option for users who prioritize battery life and simplicity over advanced features.

  • Pro:Long 36-hour battery life
  • Pro:Lightweight and foldable for portability
  • Pro:Comfortable for extended listening sessions
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Limited to SBC Bluetooth codec
  • Con:Sound quality is good but not exceptional

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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