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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for excellent microphone quality and you primarily use your audio gear for calls, meetings, or gaming, the Rode NTH-100M with its boom mic would be a superior choice. They are also suitable for critical listening thanks to a more natural soundstage, but keep in mind they are bulky and not as portable as earbuds. On the other hand, if portability and convenience are your priorities, along with the ability to use them during exercise due to their sweatproof design, the Skullcandy Dime 2 earbuds would be more appropriate. They offer good sound quality and are better for use in transit or when moving around. Despite their price difference, both serve distinct purposes depending on your lifestyle and how you intend to use them. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Rode NTH-100M
- Very good for music
- Best in class for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Skullcandy Dime 2
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.2
6.0
The Rode NTH-100M is very good for music, while the Skullcandy Dime 2 is only fair.
Gaming
8.9
4.7
The Rode NTH-100M is very good for gaming, while the Skullcandy Dime 2 is poor.
Phone Calls
9.5
4.8
The Rode NTH-100M is best in class for phone calls, while the Skullcandy Dime 2 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.6
5.2
The Rode NTH-100M is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Skullcandy Dime 2 is poor.
TV and Video
7.7
5.1
The Rode NTH-100M is good for TV and video, while the Skullcandy Dime 2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
6.5
The Skullcandy Dime 2 is only fair for noise reduction, while the Rode NTH-100M is poor.
Battery
N/A
3.0 Hours
The Rode NTH-100M does not have a battery. The Skullcandy Dime 2 has 3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$189
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The Rode NTH-100M has a price of $189 and the Skullcandy Dime 2 costs $30.
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Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Rode NTH-100M and Skullcandy Dime 2 both have very good build quality.
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How the Rode NTH-100M and the Skullcandy Dime 2 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Rode NTH-100M | Skullcandy Dime 2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$189 | $30 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Rode | Skullcandy | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | February 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.2/10 | 6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 9.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9/10 | 4.8/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 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 | 5.3/10 | 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 | 10/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 349.2 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | Integrated | |
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Rode NTH-100M
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PC Gamer
Kizito Katawonga | March 2023
"The NTH-100M is a closed-back headset aimed at professional audiophiles—streamers, podcasters and content creators included—looking for masterful audio and a detachable 'broadcast-grade' microphone."
Skullcandy Dime 2
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Sound Guys
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 Rode
Rode is an Australian audio equipment manufacturer. Rode was founded in 1967 as Freedman Electronics, transitioning into its modern brand in 1990, and it’s mainly known for their high-end microphones and audio production equipment. In 2022 they entered into the headphone market with their NTH-100 closed back headphone which was received with very good reviews from the community.
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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