Marshall Monitor III A.N.C. vs Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2
Priced identically at $229.99, the Marshall Monitor III A.N.C. and Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 both offer active noise cancellation in an over-ear design, but each brand built its flagship around a completely different signature feature.
Marshall's Monitor III leads with a class-leading 100-hour battery life, alongside spatial audio and the brand's recognizable amp-inspired design.
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Skullcandy's Crusher ANC 2 is built around adjustable haptic bass — a slider that lets the wearer physically feel low frequencies through the ear cups, a feature unique to the Crusher line.
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Specification Comparison
Key Differences
The Monitor III's 100-hour battery life is roughly 40 hours longer than the Crusher ANC 2's 60 hours, a meaningful gap for frequent travelers. The Crusher's haptic bass, on the other hand, is a fundamentally different listening feature that no amount of battery life replicates — it's aimed specifically at bass-forward music genres and isn't something Marshall's more conventional tuning attempts to match. Weight also favors Marshall's more standard design over the Crusher's heavier 332g build, which houses the extra haptic hardware.
Pros & Cons
Marshall Monitor III A.N.C.
Pros
- 100-hour battery life
- Lighter, more conventional design
- Recognizable Marshall aesthetic
Cons
- No standout bass feature beyond standard tuning
Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2
Pros
- Unique adjustable haptic bass
- Distinctive for bass-heavy genres
Cons
- Shorter 60-hour battery
- Heavier at 332g
Which One Is Right For You?
- Marshall Monitor III A.N.C.: Best for frequent travelers who want the longest possible battery life between charges.
- Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2: Best for bass-focused listeners who want a physically felt low-end that standard tuning can't provide.
Conclusion
These two flagships solve completely different problems at the same price — one is a battery-life play, the other a listening-experience gimmick that's genuinely valued by its target audience.
Summary
Marshall Monitor III A.N.C.
Strengths
- Exceptional 100-hour battery
Weaknesses
- No standout bass feature
Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2
Strengths
- Unique haptic bass feature
Weaknesses
- Shorter battery, heavier
Choose the Monitor III for maximum battery life and a lighter everyday feel; choose the Crusher ANC 2 specifically if the haptic bass feature appeals to how you listen to music.