tomsguide.com
Tom’s Guide calls the Dime 3 impressive for the price, with good sound and a handy small charging case. It also points out compromises such as a poor control scheme and no wear detection or companion app.
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Image © SkullcandySkullcandy Dime® 3
At a glance
- Brand
- Skullcandy
- Type
- True Wireless
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2023
Score breakdowngreat overall
Sound7.4
Battery6.8
Calls8.2
Value9.1
MINI AND MIGHTIER. Dime 3 is everything you loved about Dime and Dime 2 — it’s just better in every way. That means more battery, more features, more comfort and better sound, all in the same compact design. Skullcandy's Dime 3 true wireless earbuds come with 20 hours of total battery, a built-in microphone, sweat and water resistant construction, Tile™ tracking technology, and Bluetooth® 5.3 connectivity.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Skullcandy Dime 3 deliver punchy, very good sound in a compact, affordable true wireless package, with Bluetooth 5.3, multipoint, and a useful transparency mode. They're a solid pick for active use thanks to IPX4 water resistance and a stable fit, but their control scheme and lack of a companion app are notable compromises. Battery life is decent for the price, though real-world tests may fall short of the rated 8 hours.
What works
- Punchy, very good sound for the price
- Compact case and practical fit for sports
- Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint support
- Useful transparency mode
- IPX4 water resistance
What doesn't
- Poor control scheme
- No companion app or wear detection
- Battery life may be lower than rated in real use
- No active noise cancellation
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | 6 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 6 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 104 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 6 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 6 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 104 dB/mW |
Wireless
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LC3 |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes |
Battery
| Battery life | 8 h |
|---|---|
| Battery incl. case | 20 h |
| Full charge time | 60 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min → 2 h |
| Wireless charging | No |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| Transparency mode | Yes |
Design
| Water resistance | IPX4 |
|---|---|
| USB-C | Yes |
Calls
| Microphones | 2 |
|---|
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The consensus
Positiveacross 6 videosReviewers agree the Skullcandy Dime 3 is a strong budget pick, with most praising its improved battery life, USB-C charging, multipoint connectivity, and added features like ambient mode and EQ options at a low price.
Reviewers liked
- Improved battery life (up to 8 hours on buds, 20 with case)
- USB-C charging with fast charge
- Multipoint connectivity and ambient/stay aware mode
- Affordable price with good value
Reviewers flagged
- No app support for customization or firmware updates
- No track skip controls
- No active noise cancellation and weak passive isolation
- Controls can be confusing or require more force
11:26Skullcandy Dime 3 : Third Times A Charm!
The reviewer finds the Skullcandy Dime 3 to be a solid budget option that improves on its predecessor with better battery life, USB-C charging, an ambient mode, and multipoint connectivity, all while keeping the $30 price. They note the lack of track controls and app support as drawbacks, but overall consider it a worthwhile upgrade for portability and everyday use.
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9:18Skullcandy Dime 3 or Smokin' Buds: Which Should You Buy?!
The reviewer compares the Skullcandy Dime 3 and Smokin' Buds earbuds, concluding that the Dime 3 is the better choice for about $5 more due to improved sound quality, a bass boost EQ mode, multi-point connectivity, and a stay aware mode. Both offer similar battery life and comfort, but the Dime 3 edges out the Smokin' Buds in overall performance.
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5:21Skullcandy Dime 3 Review: Great Cheap Wireless Earbuds for $30!
The reviewer finds the Skullcandy Dime 3 to be a surprisingly good budget option, offering solid sound quality, impressive battery life, and a compact design for a very low price. While it lacks features like active noise cancelling and app support, and has some control and comfort quirks, the overall value is strong enough to recommend for those seeking affordable true wireless earbuds.
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9:05Skullcandy Dime 3 Earbuds: The Upgrades We Asked For?!
The reviewer finds the Skullcandy Dime 3 earbuds to be a substantial upgrade over the Dime 2, with notable improvements in battery life, USB-C charging, sound quality, and added features like EQ modes and multipoint connectivity. They consider the Dime 3 a strong value at $29.99, though they note the transparency mode is average and the case design leaves stems exposed.
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5:32Skullcandy Dime 3 | To outdated?
The reviewer finds the Skullcandy Dime 3 earbuds to be a decent budget option, praising their compact design, firm fit for exercise, and impressive battery life, but criticizes the lack of ANC, app support, and mediocre sound quality. They conclude that for $40, the earbuds are acceptable for casual or gym use, but not for those seeking better audio clarity.
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9:07Skullcandy Dime 3 Review!
The reviewer finds the Skullcandy Dime 3 to be a strong budget option, praising the added features like USB-C, multipoint connection, improved buttons, and better battery life while noting drawbacks such as confusing controls, lack of app support, and modest volume. Overall, they conclude that at the low price, these earbuds are hard to beat for budget-conscious buyers.
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