Skullcandy Crusher 1080 XT vs Beats Studio3 Wireless
The Beats Studio3 is the safer pick for most people: proven comfort, reliable ANC, and tight integration with Apple devices. The Skullcandy Crusher 1080 XT wins on battery life, newer Bluetooth, multipoint, and its adjustable Crusher bass, but its feature list reads as a mashup and its long-term reliability is unproven. Buy the Beats for balanced sound and Apple convenience; buy the Skullcandy if you want heavy bass and far longer runtime.
- Choose the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 XT if you want rumbling adjustable bass, multipoint pairing, and battery life measured in days rather than hours.
- Choose the Beats Studio3 if you use Apple devices, want dependable adaptive noise canceling, and prefer balanced sound over bass-heavy tuning.
Prices
- Skullcandy Crusher 1080 XT: $249.99 at Best Buy (last seen Nov 14)
- Beats Studio3 Wireless: $60.00 at FormFit (last seen Nov 12)
- Difference: the Beats Studio3 Wireless is $189.99 cheaper than the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 XT at the latest prices (Nov 12 and Nov 14)

