This marks my 5th attempt in over a year trying to check off all of my boxes when searching for a pair of headphones. Here is what I wanted:

- Under $100 (Got these for $80)

- Over-ear

- Wireless

- Good sound stage and width

- Good battery life

- Non-obtrusive Noise Canceling

- Option for wired connection

- Prominent bass, punchy/smooth mids, clear highs

- Comfortable on the head and ears (I have a L/XL head)

Every box was checked except for one tiny thing in the audio, which is kind of negated on price point alone. More on that in this next paragraph.

Just got these today, have tested them with about every genre that mixes differently (ex music producer and engineer), tested them on some of my favorite mixed movies and played a few of my favorite games... here is my take on the sound.

With ANC on, the mids essentially disappeared as well as the compression on the bass, but it's not nearly as bad as some higher-end headphones I tried. The highs are still nice and crisp with the center of the mix (especially vocals) pushing through nicely.

With ANC off, the headphones sound great. The sound stage is there, even though the bass comes through very heavy, you can tell they put a lot of thought into the drivers and panning information. The layering is beautiful with a well mastered/mixed song. Very compressed feel but overall impressive for the cost. The one problem with the mix is that the mids are not very prevalent. You can hear it in most of the modern mixes of today, especially in the vocals, guitar tones, drum fills, swelly instruments and other smooth mid instruments, as well as certain FX and folly in movies. They are there, but not to the quality of like an expensive pair of Sans or Boss. Regardless, I'm pretty impressed.

The connectivity and functionality of the headphones are pretty straight forward. Easy to understand, instructional images on a single faced print out with a button map. Comes with a short USB-C to USB-C, and even shorter USB to USB-C, an AUX cable (3.5mm), a 1 year global warranty booklet and of course the headphones. No protective case. But the packaging is solid and well designed. Pairing was a breeze

They are lightweight and durable in their construction. The headband adjustment increment locks are a bit loose but doesn't seem to matter when on your head. The ears/cans themselves have a short ranged swivel on them. The cushioning material and density are somewhere in the middle in terms of quality but they are super soft and decently breathable. They kind of hug your head like a concerned but not overbearing mother who has cookies waiting for you after your talk.

They look absolutely beautiful. The matte finish is kind of a ballsy choice because of potential scratches and oils but damn, are they pretty. Skullcandy has always had some Master Chief meats Alien lookin designs but these have a definite umph in class about them.

Overall, I feel like Skullcandy has stepped it up with these headphones. They understand the assignment and have listened to what people are complaining about. At least I can dream in thinking I helped contribute to that 😂

I will update this review soon to let you all know how durable and consistent everything remains, as well as battery life.

Happy Shopping :)

UPDATE:

Still loving them, nothing has changed. Have even fallen asleep with them on a few times and they still survived my Andre the Giant head.

I've been using these for almost a year now, purely for music at the gym but I have used them for a little gaming on my computer. They're plenty comfortable, very lightweight, and the sound quality is awesome. There was actually a bit of sound effects I was missing out on in Cyberpunk 2077 with my older open ear Sonys. I'd say if anything they do feel a little flimsy, but they've been holding up great and not showing any signs of breaking down yet. Being closed they can definitely get warm on your ears, but that's just a downside of closed headphones in general.

The noise cancellation is very impressive. My gym actually had a CrossFit class that ran in one of the open rooms, and if you've seen one of those they play their music LOUD, but I could barely hear it through it these. If someone is near me doing deadlifts and slamming the bar down I don't hear anything. Even when I do deadlifts and let them slam I can barely hear it.

I haven't done a real battery life test, or even paid much attention but it seems great. I get 2 weeks out of them easy, so that's around 10-15 hours. Even when they do start complaining about a low battery I've always been able to finish my workout before they completely died.

I bought these as a gift for my 12-year-old, and they were a huge hit. The sound quality is excellent, the noise canceling works well, and they're comfortable enough for him to wear for long periods while listening to music, gaming, or watching videos. Pairing was quick and easy, and the battery life has been impressive. They feel sturdy without being too heavy, and the design looks great. So far they've held up well to daily use and have become his go-to headphones. Very happy with this purchase and would definitely buy them again. Five stars!

I had a pair of crusher wireless for 2 years, recently dropped them and the right earmuff stopped working. I saw these Hesh ANC on sale for $76 and being cheap decided to save a few bucks and try these.

Overall, they are not bad but I would have been disappointed had I paid the full $130 price.

The sound compared to the crushers personally is not as clear especially in the midtones.

It does have "noise cancelling" but note that it does not block out all noise, The sound is muffled slightly but very much still there.

My husband has Sony headphones with noice cancelling and granted, they were close to $300 but you can't hear anything but your thoughts with those on! I guess I expected more from that feature on these.

The ambient mode feels like it has this weird pressure on my ears so I am not going to be using that function.

I was also disappointed that you can not connect it to the Skullcandy app to get a more personalized listening experience since the sound quality (compared to my crushers) is not as good. Hopefully they can update that.

I am going to keep them, I only use them for about 2 hours a day at the gym so for around $80 not bad and will do fine for that purpose.

If you are someone looking for long term, long daily use headphones I would suggest upping your budget a bit and investing in something better quality.

I recently purchased the Skullcandy Hesh ANC Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones in True Black, and I'm beyond satisfied with my choice. These headphones are a standout in the realm of audio gear, especially for their price point.

One of the major highlights of these headphones is the active noise cancelling (ANC) feature. It works exceptionally well to drown out ambient noise, allowing for an immersive listening experience whether I'm at home, commuting, or in a busy café. This feature alone has significantly enhanced my daily routines, letting me enjoy my music without interruptions.

The sound quality is impressive, delivering crisp, clear highs and deep, punchy bass. Whether I'm listening to music, watching movies, or taking calls, the audio clarity is consistently excellent. Speaking of calls, the built-in microphone provides clear audio, making it perfect for both taking phone calls and video conferencing.

Battery life is another strong point. The headphones offer up to 22 hours of battery life on a single charge with ANC on, which is more than sufficient for several days of heavy use. Plus, they charge relatively quickly, minimizing downtime.

The comfort level of the Skullcandy Hesh ANC headphones is also noteworthy. They feature plush ear cushions that are soft and do not exert unnecessary pressure, making them comfortable for long listening sessions. The adjustable headband ensures a good fit for any head size.

Additionally, the Bluetooth connectivity is reliable and quick to pair with both iPhone and Android devices, making the setup process seamless and hassle-free. The inclusion of physical buttons for control is a thoughtful touch, allowing for easy adjustments without needing to pull out your phone.

Overall, the Skullcandy Hesh ANC Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones are a fantastic value for anyone looking for quality sound, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable design at a reasonable price. They are definitely a wise choice for anyone in the market for robust and reliable headphones.

I bought these for my son for Christmas and he loves them! Worth the money to have a happy 16yr old. He finds they fit well and are comfortable with excellent sound quality. I don’t think I’ve seen them off his head other than to shower hahaha! He wears them to school, to game, and to listen to music. Easy to use and he easily picked up the use of the control buttons. They really block out the sound when the function is on - a little to well! Sometimes I think he wears them just to block out the world:) Definitely one of his favorite gifts. He’s a headphone boy and has several pairs of nice expensive headphones so for around $80 it was a win all the way around!!

I've owned a pair of the Hesh ANC headphones for 2 years now and I love them. I'm a high school student and I use these headphones literally everyday, I'm not joking when I say that. These headphones have seen everything from hot, dry climates in the desert, humid tropical climates, concert mosh pits, numerous drops and falls, and frequent water splashes and spills. I highly recommend these headphones if you're looking for something reliable, comfortable, and functional.

Like everything, this pair has pros and cons. I will discuss pros and cons first, and important notes afterward. I highly recommend reading the important notes section of this review as some things I mention may effect your decision on purchasing this product.

Pros:

These headphones feature very comfortable memory foam ear-cushions that are water resistant and fairly wear resistant as they have never failed to maintain their shape even after heavy use. The noise cancelling is very impressive in these headphones. I have used these headphones in environments with yard work equipment whirring, loudspeakers playing music, and airshows with loud aircraft overhead, and the noise cancelling does an excellent job. Do keep in mind that noise cancelling technology has it's limitations. These limitations include the inability to completely block out all noise (not 100% deafening), the inability to successfully suppress infrequent environment noises like speech, quick noises like pops or doors closing, furniture moving, etc.. With these limitations in mind, the noise cancelling ability of these headphones is very impressive in my opinion, as it very effectively blocks out lasting tones such as the bass in (loud) music, vehicles, etc..

The swiveling sections of this device allow for a very compact form factor making stowage when packing very efficient and easy. Brands like Geekria provide excellent carrying and packing cases, I have one myself that I bring with me to my bag everyday to carry my headphones and charging equipment when necessary.

The Hesh ANC user interface (button panel) may appear complicated at face value, however the many functions accessible via the UI is well worth the very present yet minor learning curve. These headphones have 3 "noise cancelling" modes. Mode 1: Noise cancelling off, standard listening mode (muffled outside environment due to your ears being covered). Mode 2: Noise cancelling on, your environment is muffled significantly. And Mode 3: Ambient Mode. The Ambient mode uses the microphones on the headphones used for noise cancelling to monitor the sounds in your environment, and play these detected sounds back to you through the speakers. In other words, your headphones magnifies your outside environment, which removes the muffling effect the headphones have when they are in standard listening mode. With ambient mode on, your music/audio plays at the same volume as the sounds around you are, respective to your volume preferences. This mode can be useful when talking or listening to others while still listening to your music/audio of choice.

Cons:

The stock cushions, though comfortable, did begin to fall apart after about a 1.5 years of use. However, the cushions are replaceable. I replaced my cushions with some made by WickedCushions, a company that makes headphone cushion replacements. I recommend keeping the stock cushions, and only replacing them if necessary.

Important Notes:

The power button (push and hold) takes 3 seconds to power on, and about 4-5 seconds to power off. Although this isn't long, it can be annoying at times since it isn't as quick as pushing a button once or flipping a switch.

The noise cancelling mode, when on, produces a "pressurized" feeling to the user's ears. To those with sensory perception sensitivity, I would recommend keeping this in mind.

Lastly, I've experienced a strange malfunction with these headphones only twice before. In these incidents, the headphones paused music, played a loud buzzing noise for about 10-20 seconds, and then power off. However, once powering them back on, everything is normal. I do not know if this was caused by low battery, or whether or not mine are perhaps slightly faulty, but I haven't experienced this frequently, as it's only happened twice in the 2 years of use.

Despite the very few cons mentioned, I very highly recommend the Hesh ANC headphones. They have been incredibly reliable for the 2 years I've had them, and I have no intention in replacing them anytime soon.

I have ASD AND ADHD!

They're loud, cancel noise and perfect

Ottimo ha superato di gran lunga le mie aspettative

The only downside to these headphones is that it can't be used while charging, and doesn't come with a protective case. However, it's definitely loud and bassy enough for me as a metal fan, the latency is low enough that I can use it for competitive gaming. The ANC is good, but it's not phenomenal, it blocks about half of most noise after the passive noise cancellation, I can't hear anyone when I'm at above 50% volume listening to music. It struggles with wind, and I find myself turning ANC off outdoors.

One last thing, using the microphone and headphones at the same time REALLY degrades the audio quality over bluetooth but it'll always be better to buy this and a gaming mic seperately than a headset w/ a mic anyway. And you could just use the wire it comes with to circumvent this, though when plugged into my PC motherboard I can hear electrical interference, which is likely just my PC, but might come up for others too

Definitely recommend

Love them had then long enough to say I haven't had one problem with them they connect the bass is spot on they are noise cancelling worth the money im overall happy with them would recommend perfect for gym

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Sound quality is quite good, the drivers are nice and base-friendly.

The earmuffs are very hard, and if your ears are on the larger side they will be uncomfortable.

The voice assistant thing as EXTREMELY loud regardless of your media volume, so "NOISE CANCELLING OFF" is how you'll feel when you mess with the buttons.

The headset is comfortable on the head, it feels light, which is nice.

The controls are not very intuitive, turning on and off is hard.

Max volume is painful, don't try it.

Pairing is fast.

Their [Skullcandy's] app is garbage and this headset at least for my version of the app <AU market> has no native\ special support to access and particular features.

3 stars, so if they're on some kinda bargain sale they're ok, otherwise save your coin for a 2nd hand set of the QC35s from Bose.