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Skullcandy Grind Fuel

61/ 100
Average
HearWiki score

Pricey for what it is

$68
typical price, USD
Still sold newupdated
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At a glance

Brand
Skullcandy
Type
True Wireless
Fit
-
Connection
Wireless
Noise cancelling
No
Released
2022

Score breakdownaverage overall

Sound6.6
Battery8.5
Calls5.4
Value6.5

The Skullcandy Grind Fuel are true wireless earbuds that support the Skullcandy app and feature Tile finding technology. They offer voice prompts for battery and pairing status, with controls for media and calls.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

The Skullcandy Grind Fuel are true wireless earbuds with a balanced, neutral sound signature and a generous battery life of up to 40 hours with the charging case. They offer a customizable EQ through a companion app, IP55 water resistance, and wireless charging, but rely solely on the basic SBC codec and lack ANC or multipoint connectivity. While they are feature-packed for the price, their performance is competent rather than exceptional, with some inconsistencies in fit and audio depending on the source.

What works

  • Balanced, neutral sound profile
  • Long battery life with the case
  • Customizable EQ via app
  • IP55 water and dust resistance
  • Wireless charging support

What doesn't

  • Only supports SBC codec
  • No active noise cancellation
  • Connectivity can be unreliable
  • Fit may be uncomfortable for some

Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.

Specifications

Audio - Skullcandy Grind Fuel
Driver12 mm dynamic
Driver typedynamic
Driver size12 mm
Drivers per side1
Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sound signaturebass-heavy
Impedance32 Ω

What the reviews said

2 source(s) feeding this product's score.

reviewed.com

Reviewed finds the Grind Fuel appealing for their feature set, battery life, fit, and app usefulness. It also reports that the sound can be inconsistent and that auto-pause is missing.

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tomsguide.com

Tom's Guide praises the Grind Fuel for wide, customizable sound, a strong companion app, voice controls, and long battery life. It also flags weak connectivity, discomfort, and missing motion-detection/touch-control features as notable downsides.

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What YouTube reviewers say

Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.

The consensus

Mixedacross 5 videos

Reviewers generally agree that the Skullcandy Grind Fuel earbuds offer strong value with features like wireless charging, app integration, and long battery life, though most note the lack of active noise cancellation as a key drawback.

Reviewers liked

  • Wireless charging and app integration with EQ presets
  • Long battery life (up to 9 hours per charge)
  • Strong bass and good value for the price

Reviewers flagged

  • No active noise cancellation
  • Sound quality lacks clarity in mids and highs
  • Fit can be insecure or cause ear pressure for some users
11:02

Skullcandy Grind Fuel TWS Earbuds! Goodbye Sesh Evos!

TecH MoE49.1K viewsOct 2021

The reviewer finds the Skullcandy Grind Fuel earbuds to be a feature-rich and solid upgrade over the Sesh Evos, praising the improved battery life, wireless charging, and much better app integration with Skull-iQ voice controls. However, they note the lack of active noise cancelling and the somewhat inconsistent voice assistant as drawbacks, concluding that while not perfect, they set a new standard for Skullcandy earbuds at the price.

6:17

Skullcandy Grind Fuel - Full Review (Music & Mic Samples)

Brian Unboxed39.7K viewsOct 2021

The reviewer finds the Skullcandy Grind Fuel earbuds to be average overall, with good build quality, strong bass, and useful features like app integration and wireless charging, but notes the sound is underwhelming in the mids and highs, the fit creates ear pressure, and the button controls require too much force. He concludes there are better options at this price point.

4:59

Skullcandy Grind Fuel Earbud Review | Should You Buy Them?

Tech Nuovo36.7K viewsJan 2022

The reviewer found the Skullcandy Grind Fuel earbuds to be a solid budget option with good sound quality, especially after using the app's EQ presets, and praised the effective voice controls and wireless charging. However, they noted the fit was not very secure and required fiddling, and they highlighted the lack of active noise cancellation. Overall, they see it as a tough choice against the similar Push Active, with the Grind Fuel offering wireless charging but less sporty support.

9:24

Skullcandy Grind Fuel True Wireless Earbuds First Time User Reviews

5/5
Dr Bo Han Class10.6K viewsOct 2021

The reviewer, a first-time wireless earbud user, found the Skullcandy Grind Fuel earbuds to be a good budget option for calls and workouts, with decent sound quality for those purposes. However, they noted that at high pitches, the music becomes muddled and instruments are hard to distinguish, making them unsuitable for professional music listening. They also complained about the very short charging cable and a slight engine hum when inserting the earbuds, but overall they were happy given the sale price.

5:53

3 Month Review SkullCandy Grind Fuel Headphones!

Serge - PartyKingTech8.9K viewsFeb 2022

The reviewer has used the Skullcandy Grind Fuel earbuds for three months, primarily at the gym, and finds them to be a great value purchase, especially from Costco. They praise the secure fit, comfortable design, and bass-heavy sound, which they prefer over their lost Powerbeats Pro. The reviewer recommends them for gym use and highlights the useful companion app for customizing sound.

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