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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and advanced features like active noise cancelling and wireless charging, the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) would be the better choice despite its higher price. However, if you're seeking a more budget-friendly option and you're okay with sacrificing some sound quality and extra features, the Skullcandy Dime can still be a satisfactory choice for everyday use, especially considering its portability and sweatproof certification for exercise. Keep in mind that the "Nothing" also has a longer battery life for extended use, which might be important if you don't want to charge your earbuds frequently. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
- Good for music
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for exercise
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Skullcandy Dime
- The Skullcandy Dime has no clear advantages over the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2).
Key differences
Music
7.0
5.7
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good for music, while the Skullcandy Dime is poor.
Gaming
8.5
4.8
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for gaming, while the Skullcandy Dime is poor.
Phone Calls
7.9
6.2
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good for phone calls, while the Skullcandy Dime is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.1
7.1
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Skullcandy Dime is good.
TV and Video
8.0
5.3
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for TV and video, while the Skullcandy Dime is poor.
Noise Reduction
8.0
6.5
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for noise reduction, while the Skullcandy Dime is only fair.
Battery
6.7 Hours
3.5 Hours
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has 6.7 hours of battery life. The Skullcandy Dime has 3.5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$149
$27
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has a price of $149 and the Skullcandy Dime costs $27.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has excellent build quality, while the Skullcandy Dime has very good build quality.
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How the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) and the Skullcandy Dime compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) | Skullcandy Dime |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$149 | $27 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | "Nothing" Brand | Skullcandy | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | March 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.9/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 4.8/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.9/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.7 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1 Hours | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3. | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 30 | 12 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 4.4 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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"Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | March 2023
"For the price the Nothing Ear (2) is pretty good. It fits well, and the IP54 rating (and IP55 with case) is durable enough for daily life. Most of its unique features are found in the Nothing X app, such as personalized frequency responses, and personalized, adjustable ANC."
Skullcandy Dime
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PC Magazine
Tim Gideon | April 2021
"For $25, the Skullcandy Dime True Wireless Earbuds deliver a powerful, balanced, rich, and bright sound signature. There’s really not much else to talk about, but the audio is better than you would expect for the price."
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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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