Connections
- Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
- Bluetooth connection
- Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
- Bluetooth and wired connection
Headphones comparison
Skullcandy Hesh 540 vs Bose QuietComfort SC
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
KSh 26,500In Stock | 02  Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
KSh 32,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones is the stronger choice: it lasts longer between charges (up to 65 hours) and has virtual surround sound, while the Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones only has a foldable design for travel.
Fit
- Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
- Over-Ear Wireless Headphones
- Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
- Protein-leather around-ear cushions
Battery life
- Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
- 65 Hours (ANC Off) / 50 Hours (ANC On)
- Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
- Up to 24 hours with ANC on
Two devices
- Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
- Stays connected to two devices
- Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
- Connects to two devices at once
Controls
- Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
- On-device playback, volume and call controls
- Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
- Action button
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones
- Longer rated battery life: up to 65 hours (vs 24 hours).
- Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.1).
- Virtual surround sound.
- Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2023).
- Lower price: KSh 26,500 (vs KSh 32,000).
- Supports spatial audio.
Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
- Folds for travel.
- Bluetooth and wired connection.
- Connects to two devices at once.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones | Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Over-Ear Wireless Headphones | Protein-leather around-ear cushions |
| Battery life | 65 Hours (ANC Off) / 50 Hours (ANC On) | Up to 24 hours with ANC on |
| Two devices | Stays connected to two devices | Connects to two devices at once |
| Controls | On-device playback, volume and call controls | Action button |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Audio | Personal Sound by Mimi | Adjustable EQ |
| Charging | 10 minutes yields 4 hours of playback | 15 minutes provides up to 4 hours |
| Software | Works with the Skullcandy app | Works with the Bose app |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both work with a companion app.
- Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
In summary
For most buyers the Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC Wireless Headphones is the better buy; the Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones makes sense if you want a foldable design for travel.
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