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  • Avg. price: ~£70
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 65 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Skullcandy Hesh 540 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

8.3

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

8.4

Technical Score

20.0%

7.8

User score

Excellent
8.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.5

Sound

20.0%

9.2

Features

10.0%

6.8

Design

8.0%

6.8

Connectivity

6.0%

9.4

Battery

4.0%

9.6

Calls & Controls

Excellent
7.8

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

6.5

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.2
(248)
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4.2
(248)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

Very good
  • 9.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.6

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    10

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    10

    Battery life

  • 9.0
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    10

    Battery life

    18.0%

    4.6

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 10
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    10

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 5.1
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.6

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    10

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC is a high-performance wireless over-ear headphone featuring 40mm dynamic drivers and Bluetooth 5.3 for stable connectivity with multipoint pairing. Key characteristics include an adjustable 4-mic Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) system, THX Spatial Audio for immersive sound, and a dedicated low-latency mode for gaming. It boasts an impressive battery life of up to 65 hours (50 hours with ANC enabled), supported by a rapid charge feature providing 4 hours of playback from just 10 minutes of charging. Users can further personalize their experience via the Skullcandy app through Personal Sound by Mimi and custom EQ settings. Main pros include its long-lasting battery, high-fidelity spatial audio, and convenient wear-detection sensors that automatically pause playback. Notable cons include occasional inconsistent call quality from the clear voice microphone, potential sound distortion at maximum volume levels, and a lack of official water resistance.

Technical Specifications of Skullcandy Hesh 540

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.5

Sound

20.0%

9.2

Features

10.0%

6.8

Design

8.0%

6.8

Connectivity

6.0%

9.4

Battery

4.0%

9.6

Calls & Controls

8.4
Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a technical score of 8.43 points, which is higher than that of 97.9% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

6.5

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
(248)
United States
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4.2
(248)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

7.8
Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a user score of 7.84 points, which is lower than that of 64.1% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
6.5
Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a popularity of 6.5 points, which is higher than 60.1% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

8.3

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.8
Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.8 points, which is higher than 96.7% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

40 mm
Skullcandy Hesh 540 uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Skullcandy Hesh 540 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

20 Hz
Skullcandy Hesh 540 reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Skullcandy Hesh 540 is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

4
Skullcandy Hesh 540 has 4 microphones, more microphones than 88.2% of headphones and equal to 5% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Skullcandy Hesh 540 does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

70 dB
Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a microphone SNR of 70 dB, lower microphone SNR than 56.1% of headphones and equal to 3.5% of headphones.
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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

5.3
Skullcandy Hesh 540 uses Bluetooth version 5.3, newer Bluetooth version than 88.6% of headphones and equal to 6.5% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

10 m
Skullcandy Hesh 540 offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

50 ms
Skullcandy Hesh 540 has audio latency of 50 ms, lower audio latency than 71.2% of headphones and equal to 2% of headphones.
Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Skullcandy Hesh 540 works with a companion app. 55.7% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

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Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

65 hours
Skullcandy Hesh 540 offers battery life of 65 hours, higher battery life than 85.4% of headphones and equal to 1.8% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

50 hours
Skullcandy Hesh 540 offers battery life with ANC of 50 hours, higher battery life with ANC than 79.7% of headphones and equal to 7.6% of headphones.
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

2 hours
Skullcandy Hesh 540 needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 48.5% of headphones and equal to 39.1% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports quick charge. 31% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Skullcandy
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

243 g
Skullcandy Hesh 540 weighs 243 g, heavier than 59.4% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Skullcandy Hesh 540 vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • EQ customization
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
    What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
    When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • Spatial audio support
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 17.4 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (119.4 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (119.4 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.119.4 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • More flexible connectivity
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Skullcandy Hesh 540 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 35 hours longer battery life
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (65 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time on a single charge
    When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (65 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.65 hours vs 30 hours
  • 20 hours longer ANC battery life
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher battery life with ANC than the average headphone (50 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
    When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >40 hours

    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher battery life with ANC than the average headphone (50 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.50 hours vs 30 hours
  • Clear call microphone
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
    When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Skullcandy Hesh 540 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • Foldable design
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 17.4 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (119.4 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 16.4 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (119.4 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • 35 hours longer battery life
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (65 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 20 hours longer ANC battery life
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher battery life with ANC than the average headphone (50 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • 77.5 ms lower audio latency
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a lower audio latency than the average headphone (50 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
  • Clear call microphone
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 3 more microphones
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has more microphones than the average headphone (4 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Sidetone support
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
  • EQ customization
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • 8 newer release date
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 was released more recently than the average headphone (2,025 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.

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Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • 8 mm tighter earcup width
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (35 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • 11.5% higher weight
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 is heavier than the average headphone (243 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 0.7 % higher distortion
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 0.7 % higher distortion
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    What it is: Percentage of harmonic distortion in audio output
    When it matters: When cleaner sound reproduction matters at louder volumes.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <=1%

    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.1 % vs 0.3 %
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 8 mm tighter earcup width
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (35 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
    What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (35 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.35 mm vs 43 mm
  • 11.5% higher weight
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 is heavier than the average headphone (243 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Skullcandy Hesh 540 is heavier than the average headphone (243 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.243 g vs 218 g
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Design
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
248 Reviews
United States
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4.2
248 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

What customers like about Skullcandy Hesh 540?

  • Exceptional battery life (up to 65 hours with ANC off and 50 hours with it on)
  • Convenient rapid charging providing 4 hours of playback from a 10-minute charge
  • Highly effective Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) for its price range
  • Impressive THX Spatial Audio that adds significant depth and immersion, especially for movies
  • Stable connectivity with Bluetooth 5.3 and useful multipoint pairing
  • Responsive 'wear detection' feature that automatically pauses/plays audio when removed or worn
  • Intuitive joystick-style controls and a customizable companion app
  • Lightweight and comfortable design suitable for extended listening sessions

What customers dislike about Skullcandy Hesh 540?

  • Glossy exterior finish is a major fingerprint magnet and requires frequent cleaning
  • Inconsistent microphone quality; some users reported sounding 'distant' during calls
  • Ear cups can feel tight or cramped for users with larger ears
  • Lack of ventilation can lead to heat and sweat buildup after prolonged use
  • Occasional audio distortion at maximum volume levels
  • Plasticky build quality can feel less premium or 'fragile' compared to high-end rivals

Expert reviews

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which.co.uk
03/11/2025
Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC review - Headphones - Which.co.uk

The Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC is an over-ear, wireless headset priced at approximately £99.99, marketed for its active noise cancelling and a remarkable claimed battery life of up to 65 hours. In laboratory testing, the battery performance was particularly notable, lasting approximately 5,497 minutes (over 91 hours) under continuous play conditions. The design is relatively...Read more

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whatgadget.net
16/02/2026
Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Review - What Gadget

Review Summary The Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC over-ear headphones deliver exceptional value for under £100, earning the What Gadget Editors' Choice Award. The reviewer praises the refreshed earcup aesthetics, the intuitive 5-directional joystick control button, and the impressive battery life that reaches up to 65 hours with ANC disabled and 50 hours with it turned on. Audio...Read more

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quechoisir.org
20/01/2026
Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Review - Headphones

The Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC, evaluated by Que Choisir, is a mid-range wireless headset boasting exceptional battery life—up to 50 hours with ANC activated—and a "Clear Voice" microphone system. Key strengths include practical wear detection, rapid charging, and THX Spatial Audio for an immersive experience, according to the analysis. YouTube· However, the analysis indicates that the...Read more

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