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Skullcandy Method 360 ANC vs Nothing Ear (3)

The Nothing Ear (3) is the stronger pair on nearly every spec: LDAC support, Bluetooth 5.4, IP54 on both buds and case, wireless charging, and ANC rated to 45 dB. The Skullcandy Method 360 ANC is a simpler, cheaper-feeling earbud with IPX4 water resistance, Bluetooth 5.3 and up to 40 hours with ANC off, and its 4.1 rating from 4,600 owners is decent but not glowing. Buy the Nothing if sound quality, noise cancelling and call clarity matter; buy the Skullcandy if you want a basic, rugged everyday pair and don't need hi-res audio.

  • Choose the Skullcandy Method 360 ANC if you want a straightforward, sweat-resistant everyday earbud and don't need LDAC, wireless charging or top-tier ANC.
  • Choose the Nothing Ear (3) if you care about sound quality, strong noise cancelling, clear calls and a case that survives dust and splashes.

Prices

  • Skullcandy Method 360 ANC: $70.00 at eBay (last seen Nov 10)
  • Nothing Ear (3): $109.99 at Amazon (last seen Nov 12)
  • Difference: the Skullcandy Method 360 ANC is $39.99 cheaper than the Nothing Ear (3) at the latest prices (Nov 10 and Nov 12)
Skullcandy
Skullcandy Method 360 ANC

Skullcandy Method 360 ANC

4.1(4,600 ratings)
$70.00at eBayChecked Nov 10
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Pros
  • Up to 40 hours total with ANC off
  • IPX4 sweat resistance for workouts
  • Multipoint pairing and Google Fast Pair
  • Rapid charge gives 2 hours from 10 minutes
  • Large base of owner ratings
Cons
  • No high-res codec like LDAC
  • Bluetooth 5.3, one step behind
  • No dust rating and no wireless charging
  • ANC depth not specified
Nothing
Nothing Ear (3)

Nothing Ear (3)

$109.99at AmazonChecked Nov 12
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Pros
  • Adaptive ANC rated up to 45 dB
  • LDAC support for hi-res streaming
  • IP54 on both buds and case
  • 10 hours per charge, 10 hours from a 10-minute charge
  • Strong call mics with wind reduction
Cons
  • Fewer long-term owner reviews to judge reliability
  • Touch controls can be easy to trigger by accident
  • Best features need the Nothing X app

What separates them

Skullcandy Method 360 ANCNothing Ear (3)
Noise cancellingActive ANC, no depth rating givenAdaptive ANC rated up to 45 dB
CodecsBluetooth 5.3, standard codecsBluetooth 5.4 with LDAC, AAC and SBC
BatteryUp to 40 hours with ANC off; 10 min gives 2 hours10 hours per charge, 38 with case; 10 min gives 10 hours
Water and dust ratingIPX4 on the buds, no dust ratingIP54 on buds and case
Charging caseUSB-C wired onlyUSB-C plus wireless charging, recycled aluminum shell
Call microphonesNoise-cancelling micSuper Mic filtering up to 95 dB, wind reduction 25 dB
LatencyNot specifiedUnder 120 ms low-latency mode
Owner feedback4.1 out of 5 from 4,600 ratingsNewer model, less owner history to judge

Price history

$109.99$69.99
Nov 10Nov 13
  • Skullcandy Method 360 ANC: lowest $69.99 on Nov 10 at eBay; $79.99 on Nov 13.
  • Nothing Ear (3): lowest $109.99 on Nov 10 at Target; $109.99 on Nov 13.

Prices at every store

Skullcandy Method 360 ANC

  • Kitchen Home & TechNew

    In stock

    $99.99Checked Nov 10
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  • evo.comNew

    In stock

    $129.95Free shippingChecked Nov 13
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownSold by cellnowstore (99.8% positive, 7,800 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $70.00Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • AmazonNew

    Availability unknown

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    $125.27Free shippingChecked Nov 13
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Nothing Ear (3)

  • TargetNew

    In stock

    $109.99Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $137.00Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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  • Swiftronics USANew

    In stock

    $129.99+ $14.99 shippingChecked Nov 12
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    $109.99Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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Specs compared

SpecSkullcandy Method 360 ANCNothing Ear (3)
Wireless TypeBluetoothBluetooth
Driver Size12 mm12mm
Water ResistantYesYes
Headphone Cup TypeIn-ear—
Body Part UseEar—
Noise Cancellation TypeActive—
Max Battery Life40 hours (with ANC Off)—
Recharge Time10 min = 2 hrs (Rapid Charge)—
Rechargeable BatteryYes—
Connectivity TechnologyWireless, Bluetooth—
Bluetooth Version5.3—
Compatible DevicesPhone—
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SpecSkullcandy Method 360 ANCNothing Ear (3)
Ports And InterfacesUSB-C—
Transmission Range15—
Frequency Response20Hz - 20KHz—
Headphone Impedance16 Ohm—
Sensitivity97.1 ± 4dB—
Sound OutputStereo—
Maximum Input Power97.1 dB—
Water ProtectionIPX4—
WaterproofNo—
Noise Cancelling Microphone

What reviewers say

Skullcandy Method 360 ANC

  • 4.1 / 54,600 ratings

Owners rate the Method 360 ANC around 4.1 out of 5 across roughly 4,600 ratings. Most praise the battery life, fit and value, while criticism centers on noise cancellation strength and microphone performance.

What people mention
  • BatteryPraisedOwners say the buds last through long days and the quick top-up charge is genuinely useful.
  • Noise cancellationCriticisedReviewers find ANC weak on low rumbles like bus engines and air conditioning.
  • FitPraisedMost say the buds stay put during runs and gym sessions.
  • Call qualityMixedCalls are fine indoors but voices sound muffled outdoors or in wind.
Reviews
  • The best wireless earbuds under $200

Questions and answers

Which has better noise cancelling?
The Nothing Ear (3). Its adaptive ANC is rated up to 45 dB, while Skullcandy does not publish an ANC depth figure for the Method 360 ANC.
Which is better for running and gym use?
The Nothing Ear (3) has an IP54 rating that covers dust as well as sweat and splashes. The Skullcandy is IPX4, which handles sweat but has no dust protection.
Is the Nothing Ear (3) worth stepping up to?
Yes if you stream hi-res audio, take calls in wind, or want wireless charging. The Skullcandy covers basics but lacks LDAC, wireless charging and a dust rating.
Which lasts longer on a charge?
Skullcandy claims up to 40 hours total with ANC off. Nothing claims 10 hours per charge and 38 with the case, but its 10-minute quick charge gives far more playback.
Do both support multipoint pairing?
Yes. Both connect to two devices at once, and both support Google Fast Pair.
Which has better call quality?
Nothing publishes detailed mic figures, including filtering up to 95 dB and 25 dB wind reduction. Skullcandy lists a noise-cancelling mic but no measured performance.

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Yes
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Noise cancellation—up to 45dB
Battery life per charge—10 hours
Battery with case—38 hours
Connectivity—Bluetooth 5.4
Codec support—LDAC
Low latency—under 120ms
Super Mic noise filtering—up to 95dB
Wind noise reduction—25dB
Dust and water resistance—IP54
Quick charge—10-minute charge for 10 hours
Charging case material—100% recycled aluminum
Noise Canceling—Yes
With Microphone—Yes
Color—Black
With Charging Case—Yes
With Touch Controls—Yes
Style—In-ear