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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize overall sound quality and noise isolation for immersive music experiences, the Skullcandy Dime earbuds would be the better choice. However, if you want something more suitable for exercise and with a unique design that leaves your ears open for situational awareness, the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction headphones are a better fit, though they generally offer lower sound quality and noise isolation due to their open design. The Dimes are more compact and have a slightly better build quality, but the Bone Conduction headphones have a longer battery life and are more suitable for those who need to hear their surroundings, like runners or cyclists. Both are sweatproof and have built-in controls, but they don't support active noise cancelling. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Skullcandy Dime
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
- Good for exercise
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
5.7
4.8
The Skullcandy Dime and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both poor for music, though the Skullcandy Dime is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.1
8.2
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Skullcandy Dime is good.
Noise Reduction
6.5
2.5
The Skullcandy Dime is only fair for noise reduction, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Battery
3.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Skullcandy Dime has 3.5 hours of battery life. The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones has 8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$29
$36
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The Skullcandy Dime has a price of $29 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones costs $36.
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Key similarities
Gaming
4.8
4.9
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones and Skullcandy Dime are both poor for gaming.
Phone Calls
6.2
6.5
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones and Skullcandy Dime are both only fair for phone calls.
TV and Video
5.3
5.1
The Skullcandy Dime and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both poor for TV and video.
Build Quality
8.5
8.0
The Skullcandy Dime and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones both have very good build quality.
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How the Skullcandy Dime and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Skullcandy Dime | Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$29 | $36 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Skullcandy | Youthwhisper | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2021 | June 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 5.7/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.2/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 4.8/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 3.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | Unknown | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 12 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 4.5 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Skullcandy Dime
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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."
Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
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Stozz Audio | October 2023
"If you're looking for a pair of headphones that can be worn while running or cycling, these Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are a great alternative to more expensive models. They're lightweight and compact, so they won't get in the way when wearing them while exercising. Plus, they have a built-in microphone so you can take calls during your workout without having to stop and fumble with your phone. The sound quality is great for this style of headphones, and it has many other cool features."
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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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