{"id":929,"date":"2022-01-09T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-09T07:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.senses.se\/en\/review-skullcandy-push-active-tws\/"},"modified":"2026-03-21T18:33:55","modified_gmt":"2026-03-21T17:33:55","slug":"review-skullcandy-push-active-tws","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.senses.se\/en\/review-skullcandy-push-active-tws\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: Skullcandy Push Active (TWS)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Skullcandy Push Active<\/strong>‘s target audience becomes apparent immediately upon opening the packaging: the true wireless earbuds illuminate with a bright blue LED, signaling their readiness for use. After a brief initialization period of approximately twenty seconds, the earbuds are operational and paired with a smartphone. While the Push Active is geared towards fitness enthusiasts, it offers features that extend its usability beyond the gym and running track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fit<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The fit is adequate, although achieving a secure and tight seal can be challenging. This can be attributed to two primary factors: The included eartips, available in three sizes, are somewhat too pliable. Given the weight of eight grams per earbud, a firmer eartip is necessary for optimal stability within the ear canal. Secondly, the ear-hook design, intended to secure the earbuds, lacks adjustability. In contrast, Shure’s SE series<\/strong> exemplifies earpieces that allow for custom shaping, ensuring a perfect fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sound Experience<\/strong> Skullcandy Push Active<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With a proper fit, the Push Active provides a passable sound image. However, the ear’s natural adaptation can subjectively improve the perceived audio quality. When compared directly to other in-ear models, such as the more budget-friendly Sudio Vasa Bl\u00e5<\/strong>, the sound quality is less impressive. The Skull-iQ app offers EQ settings (discussed further below), but excessive adjustments can distort the sound image rather than enhance it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bass response can be adjusted to provide a clear and impactful low-end on tracks like Seven Lions \u2013 Freesol<\/em> or Solar Fields \u2013 Sombrero.<\/em> However, the Push Active struggles with tracks like Dave Weckls – Dis\u00b4Place This<\/em> or Thomas Bergersens \u2013 Empire of Angels<\/em>. The overall sound and midrange frequencies lack depth, resulting in a somewhat thin and hollow experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Skull-iQ?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Skull-iQ app, available through standard app stores, offers a range of useful features, previously highlighted in our review of the Skullcandy Grind Fuel<\/a><\/strong>. Voice control is a central function, allowing users to execute commands such as pause, play, next, previous, and activate their device’s voice assistant with relative ease. Volume adjustment and activation of Skullcandy’s ambient sound mode, Stay Aware<\/em>, are also supported. Programmable buttons on the earbuds provide an alternative to voice commands, suitable for quiet environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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