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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HifiMan Sundara headphones offer superior overall sound quality, an exceptional soundstage, and are very comfortable. They are open-back, better for an immersive experience at home, but this design leaks sound and provides less noise isolation, making them less suitable in noisy environments. These headphones are wired, have a detachable cable, and are quite robust. They excel for music listening but are not ideal for calls, as they lack a microphone. The Skullcandy Dime 2 earbuds are wireless, much more portable, offer good noise isolation, and come with a microphone, making them versatile for calls and use on the go. They are lower in price. If budget and portability are your main concerns, and you need something for everyday use, including exercise and travel, Skullcandy Dime 2 would be the practical choice. However, if you prioritize audio quality and an open soundstage for dedicated music listening in a quiet environment, and the cost is not a barrier, the HifiMan Sundara is the superior option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HifiMan Sundara
- Excellent for music
- Good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Skullcandy Dime 2
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
9.3
6.0
The HifiMan Sundara is excellent for music, while the Skullcandy Dime 2 is only fair.
Gaming
7.2
4.7
The HifiMan Sundara is good for gaming, while the Skullcandy Dime 2 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.8
5.2
The HifiMan Sundara is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Skullcandy Dime 2 is poor.
TV and Video
8.8
5.1
The HifiMan Sundara is very good for TV and video, while the Skullcandy Dime 2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
2.5
6.5
The Skullcandy Dime 2 is only fair for noise reduction, while the HifiMan Sundara is poor.
Battery
N/A
3.0 Hours
The HifiMan Sundara does not have a battery. The Skullcandy Dime 2 has 3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$279
$30
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
The HifiMan Sundara has a price of $279 and the Skullcandy Dime 2 costs $30.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
4.9
4.8
The HifiMan Sundara and Skullcandy Dime 2 are both poor for phone calls.
Build Quality
8.2
8.5
The Skullcandy Dime 2 and HifiMan Sundara both have very good build quality.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HifiMan Sundara | Skullcandy Dime 2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$279 | $30 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | HifiMan | Skullcandy | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2020 | February 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 9.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.2/10 | 4.8/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.8/10 | 5.2/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 8.5 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.2/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 394.6 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Christian Thomas | July 2023
"The HiFiMan Sundara is the set of headphones to get if you want high-end audio, but don't want to shell out a king's ransom for it. These planar magnetic headphones are comfortable, straightforward, and excellent performers."
Skullcandy Dime 2
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Jasper Lastoria | March 2022
"With the low price, it’s a low-risk investment. The Dime 2 is a decent set of backup buds for those times when you don’t want to risk your more upscale buds. If it weren’t for the lackluster battery life, I’d say everyone should have a pair as a spare for music."
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About HifiMan
HiFiMAN is a Chinese, high-end, audio product manufacturer, with 20 years of experience, that specializes in amplifiers, digital audio players and planar magnetic headphones, some of which have become a staple in the audiophile community such as the entry-level Sundara, the midrange Edition X, and the very well-regarded, high-end, Arya.
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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