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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a more affordable option, the KZ ZSN Pro earbuds come with a microphone, are wired, and are suitable for gaming due to their low latency, which could be beneficial if you're a gamer. However, the Skullcandy Hesh ANC headphones offer active noise cancelling, which is a major feature if you often find yourself in noisy environments or travel frequently. They also provide wireless connectivity for convenience and have better overall sound quality, but they come at a higher price. The Skullcandy Hesh ANC headphones are more suited for comfortable long-duration wear and listening to music, with a significant battery life for extended wireless use. Consider the balance between cost, the need for active noise cancellation, and whether you prefer in-ear or over-ear form factors when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic)
Good for music
Very good for gaming
Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Skullcandy Hesh ANC
Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.7/10
6.7/10
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is good for music, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is only fair.
Gaming
8.0/10
5.6/10
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is very good for gaming, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.9/10
6.0/10
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
TV and Video
7.4/10
5.8/10
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is good for TV and video, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3/10
8.7/10
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC is very good for noise reduction, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
Battery
N/A
23.0 Hours
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) does not have a battery. The Skullcandy Hesh ANC has 23 hours of battery life.
Cost
$24
$135
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) has a price of $24 and the Skullcandy Hesh ANC costs $135.
Build Quality
9.0/10
7.0/10
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) has excellent build quality, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC has good build quality.
"Undoubtedly the focus and the star of the show, the ZSN Pro’s bass is big, bold and bangin’. The amount of gusto in the low end should satisfy anyone who likes a large lick of bass and even certified bassheads will probably get a kick out of this."
"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 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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