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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are more suited for portability due to their earbud design, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC as over-ear headphones provide potentially better noise isolation and battery life at a lower price point. For active use and convenience, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are wireless and have a more compact form, making them easier to carry and use on the go, but their battery life and sound quality may not match the Skullcandy’s. If you're looking for an immersive experience with extended listening periods and are fine with the bulkier design of headphones, the Skullcandy Hesh ANC could be the better value. However, if you prioritize a discreet, wireless listen with a sleeker design, and are willing to invest more, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro might be your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- Very good for music
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Good for exercise
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Skullcandy Hesh ANC
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.0
6.7
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for music, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is only fair.
Gaming
8.3
5.6
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is poor.
Phone Calls
7.0
5.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.4
6.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is only fair.
TV and Video
7.7
5.8
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for TV and video, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is poor.
Battery
4.8 Hours
23.0 Hours
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life. The Skullcandy Hesh ANC has 23 hours of battery life.
Cost
$188
$135
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a price of $188 and the Skullcandy Hesh ANC costs $135.
Build Quality
9.0
7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC has good build quality.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
9.1
8.7
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro to be excellent for noise reduction, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is very good.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro | Skullcandy Hesh ANC |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$188 | $135 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Skullcandy | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | December 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.1/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.1/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.7/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 4.8 Hours | 23 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.1 Hours | 1.6 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 12 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 7/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 226.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | April 2023
"Consider the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as your next pair of buds for its excellent active noise canceling (ANC) of low frequencies and comfortable fit. For Samsung users, the integration with your devices is handy and good for productivity."
Skullcandy Hesh ANC
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Maike Paeßens | 2021
"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 Samsung
Samsung is a multinational conglomerate with over 85 years of history. They are mostly known to consumers for their high-end smartphones and TVs, however they are invested in many other markets like semiconductors and automotive. Samsung owns Harman International which itself owns other audio specialized companies like Harman Kardon, JBL and AKG who help engineer most, if not all, of Samsung audio products of their Galaxy line.
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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