Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 vs Soundcore Liberty 4 NC
The Verdict
Crusher ANC 2 and Liberty 4 NC serve different listening needs at vastly different price points. The Crusher excels as a portable over-ear option with exceptional battery life, 50 hours with ANC enabled, and unique haptic feedback for bass customization. Its 40mm drivers deliver satisfying low-end punch, though the codec support is limited to AAC and SBC. Liberty 4 NC prioritizes portability and versatility as true wireless earbuds at half the price, offering superior sound quality through LDAC hi-res audio codec support and dual microphone arrays for calls. The Liberty's 7-hour single charge with ANC is respectable for earbuds but requires the case for the advertised 50-hour total. Skull-iQ personalization and Tile integration are nice Skullcandy touches, though Soundcore's multipoint pairing and wireless case charging prove more practical for daily use. Choose Crusher ANC 2 if you want all-day comfort and immersive bass for commutes or travel without recharging. Pick Liberty 4 NC if you need versatile earbuds with excellent call quality, superior audio codec support, and wireless charging convenience at a budget-friendly price.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 if…
- →Adjustable haptic bass is unique — physically feels the bass vibration
- →50-hour battery with ANC is exceptional for $149
- →Built-in Tile tracker means you can always find them
Buy the Soundcore Liberty 4 NC if…
- →ANC, LDAC, multipoint, AND wireless charging for just $79 — insane value
- →50-hour total battery with case is class-leading
- →98.5% noise reduction is competitive with earbuds at three times the price
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2
Pros
- Adjustable haptic bass is unique — physically feels the bass vibration
- 50-hour battery with ANC is exceptional for $149
- Built-in Tile tracker means you can always find them
- Personal Sound hearing profile customizes audio to your ears
- ANC at this price point is competitive
Cons
- Heavy at 313 g — noticeably heavier than all competitors
- No LDAC, aptX, or multipoint Bluetooth
- Haptic bass is a gimmick for some — feels odd to others
- Sound quality prioritizes bass over accuracy
Soundcore Liberty 4 NC
Pros
- ANC, LDAC, multipoint, AND wireless charging for just $79 — insane value
- 50-hour total battery with case is class-leading
- 98.5% noise reduction is competitive with earbuds at three times the price
- HearID hearing profile customization improves audio quality
- Lightweight at 5 g per bud — barely noticeable in-ear
Cons
- Build quality and case feel budget compared to premium brands
- Call quality is acceptable but not exceptional
- Soundcore app is functional but cluttered with upsells
- Sound quality is good but lacks the refinement of Sony or Apple
Full Specifications
| Spec | Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 | Soundcore Liberty 4 NC |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancelling | ||
| Type | over-ear | in-ear |
| Weight | 313 g | 5 g (each) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 50 hrs (ANC on) | 7 hrs (ANC on), 10 hrs (ANC off), 50 hrs with case |
| Charging | USB-C, 10-min quick charge for 4 hrs | USB-C, wireless charging (Qi) |
| Drivers | 40 mm + Adjustable Sensory Bass | 11 mm composite driver |
| Features | Adjustable Sensory Bass with haptic feedback slider, Skull-iQ Smart Feature technology, Active Noise Cancellation, Personal Sound with hearing profile, Built-in Tile tracker for finding lost headphones, Stay-Aware mode for transparency | Adaptive ANC with 98.5% noise reduction, LDAC hi-res audio, Multipoint Bluetooth pairing, HearID personalized sound profile, Wireless charging case, 6 microphones per bud for clear calls |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired option | ||
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ||
| Water Resistance | None | IPX4 |
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