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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize wireless convenience and a modern stem design, the Skullcandy Dime 2 earbuds are suitable as they are budget-friendly and offer great portability and comfort. They are also a better choice for use during exercise due to their sweatproof design. However, the Koss Porta Pro headphones deliver a more expansive soundstage and are favorably reviewed for their overall sound quality despite being wired and more expensive. For activities such as air travel, the Skullcandy's better noise isolation could be advantageous. Note that the Koss Porta Pro's open design means less isolation but contributes to their sound quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Koss Porta Pro
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Skullcandy Dime 2
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.2
6.0
The Koss Porta Pro is very good for music, while the Skullcandy Dime 2 is only fair.
Gaming
6.4
4.7
The Koss Porta Pro is only fair for gaming, while the Skullcandy Dime 2 is poor.
Phone Calls
4.3
4.8
The Skullcandy Dime 2 and Koss Porta Pro are both poor for phone calls, though the Skullcandy Dime 2 is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
5.2
The Koss Porta Pro is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Skullcandy Dime 2 is poor.
TV and Video
7.6
5.1
The Koss Porta Pro is 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 Koss Porta Pro is poor.
Battery
N/A
3.0 Hours
The Koss Porta Pro does not have a battery. The Skullcandy Dime 2 has 3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$49
$30
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The Koss Porta Pro has a price of $49 and the Skullcandy Dime 2 costs $30.
Build Quality
6.0
8.5
The Skullcandy Dime 2 has very good build quality, while the Koss Porta Pro has only fair build quality.
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How the Koss Porta Pro and the Skullcandy Dime 2 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Koss Porta Pro | Skullcandy Dime 2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$49 | $30 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Koss | Skullcandy | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 1984 | February 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.4/10 | 4.8/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.7/10 | 5.2/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.2/10 | 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 | 6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 63.5 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Koss Porta Pro
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Sebastian Taboada | February 2022
"It’s clear to see why these have been such a popular choice amongst listeners for nearly four decades. It’s a charming pair of headphones that delivers a truly enjoyable listening experience and one that I think punches well above its weight."
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 Koss
Koss is an American headphone manufacturer established in 1953. In 1958, they created the first set of stereophones, that is headphones with stereo sound, and in 1984 they released the world-famous Porta Pro, a set of on-ear headphones that has remained essentially unchanged for more than 30 years and that is still made, sold and loved by many audio enthusiasts around the world today.
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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