
Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2
Score: 78/100
Beats Studio Pro x Kim Kardashian
Score: 81/100Rankings

The Beats Studio Pro x Kim Kardashian are limited-edition over-ear headphones offering adaptive ANC, personalized spatial audio and up to 40 hours of battery life. Their premium sound and feature set are offset by a confusing control layout and limited codec support. Best suited for Apple ecosystem users who value immersive audio and long-lasting playback.

Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 combines powerful haptic bass, adjustable digital ANC and a long-lasting battery with rapid charging. The trade-off is a heavyweight design and occasional battery shortfalls. Ideal for bass-enthusiasts and commuters who want immersive sound and multi-device pairing.
| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
50 hoursbest | 24 hours | |
60 hoursbest | 40 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 558 g | 260 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 10 minutesbest | 10 minutesbest |
40 mmbest | 40 mmbest | |
20,000 Hzbest | — | |
32 Ωbest | — | |
30 mbest | — |
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|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (ANC On) (hours) | 50 hours | 24 hours |
Battery Life (ANC Off) (hours) | 60 hours | 40 hours |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.3 |
Audio(1) | ||
Noise Cancellation Type | Digital | Adaptive |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 558 g | 260 g |


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Professional reviewers commend the Crusher ANC 2 for its visceral haptic bass, solid ANC that can be tuned with Stay-Aware mode, and impressive battery life with rapid charging. They also note the added value of the Skull-iQ Personal Sound feature, but criticize the heavier chassis, occasional shortfall in advertised battery endurance, and the reliance on a companion app for full functionality.
Everyday users rave about the powerful bass that can be felt, the comfort of the padded earcups, and the long battery life that lasts through a full day. Recurring complaints focus on the headphone's weight, inconsistent ANC in noisy or windy settings, and occasional app or Bluetooth connectivity glitches.

“excellent sound, phenomenal noise cancelling, and seamless Apple integration”



Select Crusher ANC 2 for battery longevity and bass immersion; choose Beats Studio Pro for Apple-centric users and better call performance.
Professional reviewers commend the Beats Studio Pro x Kim Kardashian for its long battery life, powerful adaptive ANC, and immersive spatial audio, while noting that the control scheme is unintuitive and the lack of ear-detection and Android-focused codecs limit its appeal to non-Apple users.
Consumers overwhelmingly praise the sound quality, noise cancelling, and tight integration with Apple devices, describing the listening experience as immersive and the headphones as comfortable for extended wear; complaints are limited to confusing controls and the absence of ear-detection.