Skullcandy Dime 3 vs Skullcandy Crusher Evo
Quick take: The Skullcandy Dime 3 costs $115 less; the Skullcandy Crusher Evo lasts longer per charge (40 hrs); only the Skullcandy Dime 3 supports multipoint (two devices at once).
| Spec | Skullcandy Dime 3 | Skullcandy Crusher Evo |
|---|---|---|
| Approx. price | ~$25 | ~$140 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | Wireless Earbuds | Over-Ear Headphones |
| Noise Cancelling | None | None |
| Battery (single charge) | 8 hrs | 40 hrs |
| Battery (with case) | 20 hrs | — |
| Quick Charge | 10 min = 2 hrs | 10 min = 4 hr |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Multipoint | Yes | No |
| Driver Size | 6 mm | 40 mm |
| Weight | 4 g | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
| Transparency Mode | No | No |
| Spatial Audio | No | No |
| App EQ | No | Yes |
Pros & cons
Skullcandy Dime 3
- ✓Multipoint pairing at $25 — rivals charge four times more
- ✓Built-in Tile tracking helps find lost buds
- ✓Tiny 4-gram shells fit small ears bulkier buds can't
- ✓Warmer, more balanced sound than any $25 bud should have
- ✓10-minute quick charge buys 2 hours
- ✓Three EQ presets cover music, bass boost, and podcasts
- ✗No app at all — controls and EQ can't be customized
- ✗Multi-press button combos take real memorizing
- ✗Wind shreds the mic on outdoor calls
- ✗Featherweight lanyard case feels flimsy in hand
- ✗Modest 8-hour buds, 20 hours total with case
Skullcandy Crusher Evo
- ✓Haptic Crusher bass slider delivers physical, subwoofer-like rumble no rival matches
- ✓40-hour battery with 10-minute quick charge for 4 extra hours
- ✓Bass slider at zero yields a respectable, near-neutral everyday sound
- ✓Personal Sound (Mimi) hearing test in the Skullcandy app customizes the tuning
- ✓Plush memory-foam earcups owners find comfortable for long sessions
- ✓Folds flat and comes with a travel pouch
- ✓Built-in Tile tracking to locate lost headphones
- ✗No active noise cancellation at a price where ANC is now standard
- ✗No multipoint — reconnecting between laptop and phone is manual
- ✗Folding hinges are the build's weak point in long-term reports
- ✗Max haptic bass muddies mids and is fatiguing for some owners
- ✗No aptX or LDAC support published
- ✗$200 list price is poor value — only buy at its frequent $110-145 street price