The Skullcandy Hesh 3 are acceptable wireless headphones for varied use with an exhilarating V-shaped sound profile that won’t appeal to everyone. Although some people might find them a little snug, they offer a lightweight construction, an easy-to-use control system, and a respectably comfortable fit. They won’t be the most breathable headphones, but they are stable enough to wear at the gym. Sadly, they only partially muffle background noise. Positively, the majority of people ought to be content with their 19-hour battery life. ..
Design
The Skullcandy Hesh 3 are a great option for people who want a basic, soft-touch headphone design. The headphones are made of plastic and have a simple, easy-to-use design. The earpads are flexible, but the tight clamping force will make those wearing glasses or with large heads uncomfortable for long sessions.
The Beats by Dr. Dre Solo2 are a pair of headphones that come with noise cancelling capabilities and a good seal. The headphones have three buttons on the side of them, one for power, one for playback, and one for volume. Your voice assistant will be activated by double tapping the middle button. The Beats by Dr. Dre Solo2 are also available in black or white.
The Skullcandy Hesh 3 headphones offer rapid charging through a microUSB connector. This indicates that a 10 minute charge will provide 4 hours of playback. Although the majority of modern smartphones use USB-C instead of the traditional USB ports, the choice to stick with microUSB isn’t too bad. The Skullcandy Hesh 3 can be folded up or flat for transport even if they don’t come with a carrying case. Although a carrying pouch or case would have been good, the headphones feel sturdy enough to be thrown into a bag without one.
Skullcandy Hesh 3 review: Comfort
The headband is a simple but effective way to get the headphones on your head for the first time. It is flexible, but can be tight if you have a large head. The headphones fit most users, but may not fit those with glasses.
Wearing glasses may cause you to feel them pressing against your temples over time, which can be irritating. Nevertheless, they maintain a respectable level of coolness for extended periods of time, and at only 200 grammes, they are incredibly light. These are worth taking a closer look at if you require some of the best lightweight headphones.
The Hesh 3 Wireless headphones were overall pleasant, however there were a few things to consider regarding their level of comfort. The clamp is quite tight to begin with, which can get a little uncomfortable over extended listening sessions. Naturally, the outcome is that the headphones frequently effectively filter out a significant amount of ambient noise, which is good news for people who prefer a more quiet listening environment. ..
Connectivity
Bluetooth is primarily used by the Skullcandy Hesh 3 wireless headphones to function. An NFC pairing chip would be good to have, but Skullcandy does not offer that at this pricing point. Fortunately, you can still find the headset manually by turning on your Bluetooth device and connecting that way. Our smartphones automatically detected the Skullcandy Hesh headphones when we tested them, and they continued to pair quickly on subsequent connections.
The Skullcandy Hesh 3 Bluetooth speaker is a good choice for people who want a Bluetooth speaker that can hold its own against other models. However, it does not always maintain its full battery life, so it may not be the best choice for people who need the most battery life. Additionally, the Skullcandy Hesh 3 has a range of 60 feet, which is a plus.
Skullcandy Hesh 3 review: Noise canceling
The Hesh 3 are Bluetooth headphones, but they don’t come with additional extras like aptX HD or active noise cancelling. However, you won’t absolutely need these extras if all you want is a good, reasonable pair of wireless headphones. Active noise cancellation, auto play/pause, or multipoint Bluetooth are not available here. Although the Hesh 3’s inability to connect to two devices at once is annoying, it is to be expected at this price point.
Audio performance
Skullcandy’s Hesh 3 street headphones are a great improvement over the Hesh 2. The sound is noticeably different and the bass is more emphasized, making them a better choice for music listening on the go. Although the mids are a little bit recessed, they are much more clearly defined than on the Motorola Escape Pulse+.
The Skullcandy Hesh 3 wireless headphones are a budget-friendly option with good sound quality, but they may not be as flat or boxy as some of their more expensive counterparts. They have a lot of treble and bass detail, which contributes to their energy and overall sound.
The treble on the Hesh 3 has the undesirable side effect of amplifying digital noise and hiss. In the upper registers, there is a frequency spike. Although it doesn’t reside in the same register as the sibilance, it does draw attention to digital noise that was either added by Bluetooth transmission or the DAC. Both possibilities are possible, but since the Hesh 3 do not support the superior aptX codec, the Bluetooth stream may very well be the culprit.
The Skullcandy Hesh 3 are a poor partner for a headache even though they’re not particularly harsh in that sense. The Hesh 3 are enjoyable headphones, if not the smoothest ones available, but they don’t stand out in their class like the Method Wireless do.
Battery and charging
Skullcandy’s Hesh 3 earbuds boast a battery life of up to 22 hours, but in our testing they only lasted 19 hours. The earbuds only support Bluetooth, and have a limited range - we had trouble connecting them to our phone more than 60 feet away. Additionally, you can only connect one device at a time. ..
Skullcandy Hesh 3 review: Conclusion
The Skullcandy Hesh 3 headphones are a good option for people who want a variety of uses. They are comfortable and have a strong battery, although not everyone will enjoy their enthusiastic V-shaped sound profile.
The headphones are not as good as they seem. They fit snugly, but the build is poor and they don’t block outside noise well. They are adaptable, but they don’t excel in any particular application.
