# Skull-iQ — user reviews > 498 indexed App Store user reviews of Skull by Skullcandy, Inc, rated 2.30/5 from 781 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skull-iq/id1635588098/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skull-iq/id1635588098.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 169 · 4★ 45 · 3★ 65 · 2★ 104 · 1★ 398 ## What do users think of Skull? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 🚀 Customizable features - 👍 Voice control capabilities - 🎧 Good sound quality - 🔋 Decent battery life **Cons** - 🐛 Connectivity issues - 🔍 Difficulty pairing/connecting - 🤖 Buggy app performance - 💾 Lack of saved settings - 🔇 Awareness mode volume too low **Commonly reported bugs** - App not recognizing headphones - Firmware update loop - Equalizer settings not saving - Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions **Most requested features** - Widget support - Improved EQ customization - Better integration with music apps - Ability to turn off headphones from app ## Newest reviews (18 of 498) ### 3/5 — PLS ADD A AUTO TURN OFF *2026-07-28, version 3.1.2* I SLEEP WITH MUSIC RIGHT? I have a sleep timer on Spotify and it turns off the music but unfortunately. These headphones do not turn off by itself and so I was asking if you could add a “auto turn off” after like 10 minutes or something if nothing is playing because it is draining my headphone battery and my phone battery. Thank you! By the way, this app is not that bad ### 2/5 — Works ok when! *2026-07-25, version 3.1.2* ANC works good sound is good to bad they won’t stay connected after each use!!! ### 2/5 — Horrible app *2026-07-16, version 3.1.2* Used to have a pair of 360 anc that connected perfectly with this app then later when I decided to get crusher evos app decided that I was no where near the headphones even though I was listening to music on the headphones on the app. ### 4/5 — the app is good *2026-07-10, version 3.1.2* i like the app but i wish the skullcandy crusher evo had an equalizer ### 3/5 — App does not work *2026-06-28, version 3.1.2* Does not work with my Crusher 540 active that were 180$. But the headphones are on a different level ### 1/5 — Useless *2026-06-22, version 3.1.2* I got the ANC Crusher 2 set and every single time I turn them on I have to hit allow on my phone. This app is not needed to just listen to music; don’t waste your time. ### 1/5 — connection *2026-06-16, version 3.1.2* my headphones cannot connect to the app but it’s sending me notifications it’s so worried about sending notifications that it’s not even working probably. ### 1/5 — Doesnt connect *2026-06-14, version 3.1.2* Just bought $200 headphones and you would expect the app to atleast be able to do its job and connect to them, but it doesnt. ### 1/5 — … *2026-06-11, version 3.1.2* If I could give it 0 stars I would ### 3/5 — Updating *2026-06-05, version 3.1.2* I’ve tried updating my method 360 anc or what not, I’ve tried so many times but it’s saying connection error or the update was interrupted, and I don’t know why it’s happening, but I like the bass and the button and the short cuts, it’s just won’t let me update them ### 1/5 — Horrible *2026-05-28, version 3.1.2* Got the ANC 2 the fact I paid so much money just for an app not able to simply connect to it so I can adjust the settings is aggravating waste of time and money ### 1/5 — Barely any comparability *2026-05-28, version 3.1.2* I paid over 200 bucks for some headphones and they’re not even compatible with the app… surely it can’t be that hard to make it compatible with the IQ app if it connects and works with the regular skullcandy app. (If yall made it compatible with the crusher 540s id be very thankful) ### 2/5 — Connectivity issues to the app *2026-05-26, version 3.1.2* The app randomly disconnects you and has trouble reconnecting so you’ll have to close it out and try reconnecting ### 1/5 — Sucks so bad *2026-05-19, version 3.1.2* One job is to connect to the device that they literally manufacture design and sell but failed the one job ### 1/5 — This app is bad *2026-05-18, version 3.1.2* I’ve left a review before because I could not connect my skull candy arc 2s to the iq app and I had got in touch with skull candy and they said there working on a update it’s been 3 months I’m disappointed ### 3/5 — App is good but.. *2026-05-18, version 3.1.2* Not gonna lie the only problem that I have with that app is that it’s telling me that I have a new update on my earbuds but every time I go to update them it has a error and will not let me update them besides that I don’t have any real problems. ### 1/5 — Needs internet to work even basic functions *2026-05-17, version 3.1.2* The headphones are fantastic! The app- completely useless. Can’t use any functionality without an active full internet connection. This means, when I want to change the configuration of my already-paired devices, while flying- where it’s used most for me, you can’t. There is zero reason for this dependency, unless data theft. More investigating is clearly needed, but I wouldn’t recommend. ### 1/5 — Won’t even connect *2026-05-16, version 3.1.2* Id rate it 0 if I could since I can’t even use the app. I want to turn off the hands free mode from my headphones since I can’t use my mic without it giving me these stupid audio chimes over and over so I can’t even hear myself think ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Terrible app. *2026-07-25, version 3.1.2* Absolutely horrible app. Have tried on and off over the better part of seven months to try and connect my crusher ANC 2 headphones and there have been zero positive results. ### 1/5 — What happened *2026-07-21, version 3.1.2* It worked fine for over a year and a half, then now out of nowhere the app forgot my device and won’t connect. ### 1/5 — Absolutely ridiculous. *2026-07-19, version 3.1.2* Downloaded the Skullcandy app and my various headphones all connected to that immediately. But then I’m told to download this to update firmware and nothing shows up. Why not have a single app that works? ### 1/5 — What’s the point *2026-07-15, version 3.1.2* I tried everything I could to these headphones to connect to the app it’s just not working. ### 1/5 — Cannot connect *2026-07-15, version 3.1.2* Earbuds will no longer connect waste of time and money ### 1/5 — Does not show device *2026-07-12, version 3.1.2* When trying to connect they will not show up on the app with the anc 2 ### 1/5 — Will not connect, no troubleshooting info *2026-07-09, version 3.1.2* I am using my Push Active earbuds for the first time in a while. This app recognizes the m but will not connect them to the app no matter what I try. The troubleshooting page is a “page doesn’t exist” page. So I’ve deleted the app and am using the earbuds without. Frustrating!! ### 1/5 — consistent pairing issues *2026-07-04, version 3.1.2* I have had this app for months now with my method 360 anc, it constantly looses the connection to the earphones even when still paired to my phone, and i have to uninstall and reinstall the app and factory rest the headphones to MAYBE fix the issue, rediculous! fix the bugs! ### 1/5 — SUCKS *2026-07-03, version 3.1.2* This app sucks, can’t even create an account ### 1/5 — Terrible app *2026-06-28, version 3.1.2* Just bought a pair of crusher ANC 2 and this app just will not find them at all. Then I try to click the troubleshooting link and it takes me to an error page This app is completely useless. Very disappointing considering I have a pair of crusher ANC 1 that I love. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — It’s good now *2026-07-01, version 3.1.2* I really like my experience so far with the app, it’s informative and responsive. No complaints. Love the Crusher ANC 2 headphones! It’s nice to have so many features overall and customization options in the app ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ### 5/5 — Method 360 *2026-06-01, version 3.1.2* **Method 360 ANC - Great but has a glitch** I’ve used these for 25 days and they’re excellent overall. Today the right earbud had issues twice — ANC stopped working and sound became distorted and very loud. Putting them back in the case fixed it both times. Seems like a firmware bug. Please push a software update to fix this ASAP. Thanks! ### 5/5 — Best device-app combo *2026-03-21, version 3.1.2* Skullcandy really outdid themselves with this app for the Crusher ANC 2’s. No issues with the app, and this is the best pair of headphones I’ve gotten the chance to try. The Crusher feature is a new essential to me, it allows the user to adjust any audio from the flat mastering it ships with and tunes it to what has to be the absolute best audio boosting ratio out there. Crisp bass, comfortable treble, and clear mids along most of the boosting range in most songs. I’m very impressed, given that this is the highest-tier pair of headphones I’ve had. 20/10 would recommend. ### 5/5 — First time User *2026-01-23, version 3.1.2* Only thing I would like added is dark mode for the app, that’s it. Everythings else great ### 5/5 — Light display *2025-12-26, version 3.1.1* So as people may know there is black and white screen depending on weather you like, I prefer dark mode I prefer not be to blasted with all white getting flashed banged on great app for my method anc but I hope you guys see this message and add my request very much appreciate!. ### 5/5 — Great! *2025-11-13, version 3.1.1* I love this app, it amplifies my experience with the Method 360 buds. ### 5/5 — Great app but please add Dark Mode! *2025-10-19, version 3.1.1* This app does the job really well but I think we’d really appreciate a dark theme for ease on the eyes! ### 5/5 — Not good *2025-09-14, version 2.6.2* Did not ### 5/5 — Great! *2025-09-02, version 2.6.2* I love this app, it amplifies my experience with the Method buds. ### 5/5 — Does what it advertises *2025-07-25, version 2.6.2* I have no issues with this app. I currently use it when listening to my Crusher ANC 2. All the modes in the app do as they are instructed. If there are any changes in this good or bad, I will be back with an update. But if nothing changes from this initial review, that’ll be all he wrote. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-12.*