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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and features like AAC and aptX Adaptive codecs, along with active noise cancelling, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ may be preferable despite being significantly more expensive. However, consider the Skullcandy Hesh ANC for a lower-priced option with good sound quality and more comfortable over-ear design, that also includes a wired option, longer battery life, and good noise isolation. Keep in mind, lack of low latency may make both less suitable for gaming or watching TV. The Skullcandy is heavier but can fold, enhancing portability for travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Skullcandy Hesh ANC
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
8.4
5.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for gaming, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is poor.
Phone Calls
7.2
5.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for phone calls, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8
6.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is only fair.
TV and Video
7.8
5.8
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for TV and video, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0
8.7
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC is very good for noise reduction, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good.
Battery
6.5 Hours
23.0 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Skullcandy Hesh ANC has 23 hours of battery life.
Cost
$176
$135
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$100
$150
$200
$250
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has a price of $176 and the Skullcandy Hesh ANC costs $135.
Build Quality
8.9
7.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has very good build quality, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC has good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
6.8
6.7
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Skullcandy Hesh ANC are both only fair for music.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and the Skullcandy Hesh ANC compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ | Skullcandy Hesh ANC |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$176 | $135 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Skullcandy | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | December 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.2/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.4/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 23 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1.6 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 20 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.9/10 | 7/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8 Grams | 226.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
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Tim Gideon | March 2022
"Bang & Olufsen’s audio products prioritize style and function just as much as sound quality. The company’s latest Beoplay EQ noise-cancelling true wireless earphones combine strong, accurate-leaning audio with solid noise cancellation in an exceedingly classy design."
Skullcandy Hesh ANC
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Maike Paeßens | 2021
"Skullcandy’s Hesh ANC are compact, wireless over-ears for everyday use that are tuned for bass and designed to suppress or amplify ambient noise as required. In addition to Bluetooth 5.0, optional tracking via the Tile app is supported so that these headphones can be found if they get lost."
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About Bang and Olufsen
Bang and Olufsen is an almost century-old electronic goods manufacturer based in Denmark with a very special focus on design. Peter Bang and Svend Olufsen created the first AC radio in 1925 and went on to develop televisions, telephones and, of course, headphones and loudspeakers. Today, they are partnered with several companies, like Audi, BMW and Aston Martin, to provide very high-quality audio solutions.
About Skullcandy
Skullcandy is an American, consumer-oriented, earbuds and headphones manufacturer with 20 years of market experience. They sell a wide variety of, budget-friendly and unique, wired and wireless products that are sure to please the vast majority of users. Among their most popular offerings, the Crusher headphones, includes a pair of actual subwoofers inside the cups which makes the bass extra prominent for a unique and extra fun sound.
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