# Anker soundcore vs Skullcandy

The clearest difference is rating: Anker soundcore at 4.7 against Skullcandy's 2.8. Anker soundcore also leads on ratings volume (40K vs 215) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 6 weeks). Skullcandy's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ads, in-app purchases and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Anker soundcore sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $15.99 per month and Skullcandy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Anker soundcore holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Anker soundcore has 40K ratings behind it against 215, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of Anker soundcore's written reviews are positive against 18% of Skullcandy's.

Anker soundcore ships an update every 11 days, Skullcandy every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Anker soundcore | Skullcandy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (40K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anker-soundcore/id1331876603/reviews)** | [2.8 (215 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skullcandy/id1466689851/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **40K** | 215 |
| Positive reviews | **34.1% of reviews** | 18.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#26** | #40 |
| Size | 691 MB | 210 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Power Mobile Life LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1096079944) | [Skullcandy, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/331039953) |

## What reviewers say

### Anker soundcore

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anker-soundcore/id1331876603)

**Currently charting:** #26 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

Enhance your audio experience with personalized sound settings and device-specific features. Optimize your listening for music, calls, and more across a wide range of compatible devices.

**Highlights:** Personalize listening experience, Optimize audio settings, Device-specific features, Customizable EQ

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro (Monthly) | $15.99 | per month |
| Pro (Bi-Annual) | $69.99 | per 6 months |
| Pro (Annual) | $99.99 | per year |
| Unlimited | $239.99 | per year |
| 120 mins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 600 mins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 3,000 mins | $49.00 | one-time |
| 6,000 mins | $89.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great sound quality
- 👍 Customizable EQ and sound profiles
- 🚀 Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- 👍 Comfortable and well-designed earbuds
- 🚀 Excellent noise cancellation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App connection issues
- 🐛 Inconsistent app performance
- 🐛 Buggy firmware updates
- 🐛 Unreliable touch controls
- 🐛 Connectivity problems between earbuds

**Reported bugs**

- App unable to detect connected devices
- App freezes and crashes frequently
- Earbuds randomly disconnect from devices
- Hearing test feature not working properly
- Equalizer settings not saving correctly

**Requested features**

- Add more customization options in the app
- Improve app UI and navigation
- Implement multi-device switching in the app
- Add widgets for quick controls
- Improve app stability and reliability


### Skullcandy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skullcandy/id1466689851)

**Currently charting:** #40 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

Customize your audio with personalized sound profiles and adjustable equalizers. Keep your devices updated with the latest firmware and access user guides for optimal performance. Enhance your listening experience with tailored audio settings.

**Highlights:** Personal Sound profiles, Customizable Equalizers, Firmware Updates, User Guides & Support, Hearing Modes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Skull-AI Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Skull AI Yearly | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app when it works
- 👍 Useful features like personal sound and EQ
- 🚀 Enhances headphone capabilities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🐛 App crashes or fails to connect
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with many Skullcandy products
- 🔋 Drains battery life
- 👎 Limited customization options

**Reported bugs**

- App fails to connect to compatible headphones
- Personal sound setup frequently interrupted
- Headphone controls not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add support for more Skullcandy products
- Improve app stability and reliability
- Implement custom EQ settings
- Add dark mode option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Anker soundcore free?

Anker soundcore is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Skullcandy free?

Skullcandy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Anker soundcore or Skullcandy?

Anker soundcore is rated higher. Anker soundcore averages 4.7 out of 5 from 40K ratings, while Skullcandy averages 2.8 from 215 ratings.

### Do Anker soundcore or Skullcandy have ads?

Neither Anker soundcore nor Skullcandy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Anker soundcore or Skullcandy?

Anker soundcore ships an update every 11 days, and Skullcandy every 6 weeks. Most recently, Anker soundcore was updated on October 31, 2026 and Skullcandy on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Anker soundcore or Skullcandy?

Anker soundcore currently peaks at #26 in the App Store charts, and Skullcandy at #40. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*