Skullcandy Rail ANC Wireless True Black

I was super excited to try these! The case has a really satisfying design, smooth, round, easy to keep in your palm with a nifty small dent, the shape of a finger indent, right near the lid to assist with opening. Just lovely. When you open the lid the inside case will flash with the relevant colour to indicate battery life which is handy. The ear buds themselves have a fairly average design. The one thing I didn’t get on with was in regards to the design/shape. When the earbuds are in your ears, the straight part that comes down is at a slightly angle, meaning the flat section you use for touch instructions isn’t actually flat. Rather you end up touching a corner, often leading to having to touch the earbuds twice for a command. This also lead to accidental touch ... MoreI was super excited to try these! The case has a really satisfying design, smooth, round, easy to keep in your palm with a nifty small dent, the shape of a finger indent, right near the lid to assist with opening. Just lovely. When you open the lid the inside case will flash with the relevant colour to indicate battery life which is handy. The ear buds themselves have a fairly average design. The one thing I didn’t get on with was in regards to the design/shape. When the earbuds are in your ears, the straight part that comes down is at a slightly angle, meaning the flat section you use for touch instructions isn’t actually flat. Rather you end up touching a corner, often leading to having to touch the earbuds twice for a command. This also lead to accidental touch instruction when I was trying to adjust them in my ears. However, the more conscious I became of this, the more I could consciously adjust on the top of the earbud only to avoid accidentally changing song. The quality of the earbuds is fab, easy touch instructions for things like changing song, pausing etc. I did however, find it a little annoying that there is a tap command (similar to the play/pause) that starts Spotify. I have spotify but use Apple Music so if I touched to play or pause a song but lingered, it would start playing a random song on spotify. I really liked that you could easily turn noise cancelling on and off - super handy when wearing them in the office. I will say though, it’s not the best quality of noise cancelling i’ve experienced, I can still hear quite a bit of external noise. I believe there is an app for these earbuds, I’m unsure if it makes the sound customisable or not but I haven’t used it yet. Overall, I think for the price, these are great earbuds and I would recommend to friends family.

Almost 5 stars

For what I’m looking for, these are almost perfect. What I like: long battery life, comfortable, sound that can be customized to fit your listening taste, wireless charging, and the ability to use just one bud at a time. Knocks it out of the park with those.Now, for what annoys me. I understand that these are ANC headphones. I purchased them for the battery life with ANC turned off. The app that supports these buds is a gift and a curse. It’s AMAZING that you can customize what single, double, triple, and long presses will do for each individual earbud. But what’s the point when the app resets your preferences whenever it feels like it? You literally can’t put the buds in without them telling you “ANC on”. Well I don’t want it on, why can’t the app remember your ... MoreFor what I’m looking for, these are almost perfect. What I like: long battery life, comfortable, sound that can be customized to fit your listening taste, wireless charging, and the ability to use just one bud at a time. Knocks it out of the park with those.Now, for what annoys me. I understand that these are ANC headphones. I purchased them for the battery life with ANC turned off. The app that supports these buds is a gift and a curse. It’s AMAZING that you can customize what single, double, triple, and long presses will do for each individual earbud. But what’s the point when the app resets your preferences whenever it feels like it? You literally can’t put the buds in without them telling you “ANC on”. Well I don’t want it on, why can’t the app remember your most recent setting? I have to turn ANC off every single time I take them out of the case. Then, just don’t even bother changing what the different presses do. In a few days it will revert back to default and you’ll have to do it over again.I moved from a different, more costly set of earbuds. These would actually surpass those for me if they just figured the app nonsense out. It’s a total love hate relationship because of that. For what it’s worth I’m using them on iOS. The Android experience could be completely different. Can’t comment on that.

Bad Rails

I don't like writing bad reviews. I tried my best to work with these earbuds. I am not having much luck with Skullcandy products. At the beginning of the year I had Grind earbuds - worked great for 6 months and then they died. I've also had the Budweiser's and the Push which either had insufficient volume or were tinny. So I was hopeful for the Rails. When I got them the right ear bud would not charge higher than 90%. I talked to a support agent and he said they were defective, so I sent them back. Next pair - right earbud only charges to 90%!!! And then there's the software - terrible experience with it. If I touched the the earbuds in the wrong way, Spotify would play whether the application was open or closed. I had to delete Spotify. And other times, when I ... MoreI don't like writing bad reviews. I tried my best to work with these earbuds. I am not having much luck with Skullcandy products. At the beginning of the year I had Grind earbuds - worked great for 6 months and then they died. I've also had the Budweiser's and the Push which either had insufficient volume or were tinny. So I was hopeful for the Rails. When I got them the right ear bud would not charge higher than 90%. I talked to a support agent and he said they were defective, so I sent them back. Next pair - right earbud only charges to 90%!!! And then there's the software - terrible experience with it. If I touched the the earbuds in the wrong way, Spotify would play whether the application was open or closed. I had to delete Spotify. And other times, when I would adjust the earbud, another application like Youtube would start playing. I generally use the earbuds for podcasts, not music, so I could live without Spotify. I also found that deleting the Skullcandy software helped, but you can't adjust volume from the earbuds alone, which is unfortunate. I'm certainly not going to return them again and get another set with a defective earbud. They're OK now - the sound quality is good when they work. I'll use them until they die, which judging from the state of the right earbud, might be six months.

Fine, but needs a firmware update

The 4 star reviews are all correct, this product sounds great for a budget pair of headphones, and comes with so much customization through the associated smartphone app, but there is one big but. The app is terrible.The app frequently forgets all of the custom settings, including EQ, button mapping, and ANC/Transparency intensity. I have to open the app and adjust the settings several times a day, because I'll connect my earbuds, and they will sound like trash. I have to open the custom EQ and toggle it off and on until the EQ actually applies. The same issue applies to the button mapping. I liked the button mappings from my old Indy ANC buds, but the Rail ANC forget my mapping once or twice a day.At first I though this issue was something I was doing wrong, but ... MoreThe 4 star reviews are all correct, this product sounds great for a budget pair of headphones, and comes with so much customization through the associated smartphone app, but there is one big but. The app is terrible.The app frequently forgets all of the custom settings, including EQ, button mapping, and ANC/Transparency intensity. I have to open the app and adjust the settings several times a day, because I'll connect my earbuds, and they will sound like trash. I have to open the custom EQ and toggle it off and on until the EQ actually applies. The same issue applies to the button mapping. I liked the button mappings from my old Indy ANC buds, but the Rail ANC forget my mapping once or twice a day.At first I though this issue was something I was doing wrong, but I looked at the reviews of the Skullcandy IQ app in the app store, and it is currently sitting at 1 star.These are good budget earbuds that fit well and sound good (when the EQ setting work) and I am certain they will be good once SkullCandy releases some bug fixes.

Good product that is limited by it's app

I like the fit and sound of the Rail ANC, and the amount of customization in the app sounded great, except the app frequently looses your setting. This includes custom EQ and button settings meaning you have to frequently open the app and change all of the settings. The ANC works well, but the ambient mode is not great and can only be used when both earbuds are active. I can't hear the station announcements on the train with ambient mode on and the volume turned all the way down. The Bluetooth is more stable than the old Indy ANC earbuds, which is good for busy areas like train terminals. I would highly recommend just saving up a little extra money and buying a higher quality pair of earbuds. I only bought these because my Indy ANC buds broke... Again... For the ... MoreI like the fit and sound of the Rail ANC, and the amount of customization in the app sounded great, except the app frequently looses your setting. This includes custom EQ and button settings meaning you have to frequently open the app and change all of the settings. The ANC works well, but the ambient mode is not great and can only be used when both earbuds are active. I can't hear the station announcements on the train with ambient mode on and the volume turned all the way down. The Bluetooth is more stable than the old Indy ANC earbuds, which is good for busy areas like train terminals. I would highly recommend just saving up a little extra money and buying a higher quality pair of earbuds. I only bought these because my Indy ANC buds broke... Again... For the 10th time, and they have since been discontinued. Skullcandy gave me a coupon code to replace them off the Skullcandy store. The only reason I stick with Skullcandy is their warranty, their products break every six months, so I get a free replacement 2-3 times a year.

Great Ear Buds

These buds are very well crafted. For the price of only $100 or less if on sale, you can't go wrong. The noise cancellation is definitely on par with $300 types like the Bose QC earbuds. The sound quality however, is definitely in the $100 price point range. It isn't bad but it definitely isn't as great as the aforementioned QC buds. However, the sound is more than adequate and being that I am used to a higher tear earbud, my ears are slightly biased. They fit very well in the ear. However, they could definitely use some wings in addition to the tips. The case is nice and compact and for it being plastic it is definitely not flimsy. However, I don't like the charging connections as I have already had some slight issues with my right earbud not charging properly all ... MoreThese buds are very well crafted. For the price of only $100 or less if on sale, you can't go wrong. The noise cancellation is definitely on par with $300 types like the Bose QC earbuds. The sound quality however, is definitely in the $100 price point range. It isn't bad but it definitely isn't as great as the aforementioned QC buds. However, the sound is more than adequate and being that I am used to a higher tear earbud, my ears are slightly biased. They fit very well in the ear. However, they could definitely use some wings in addition to the tips. The case is nice and compact and for it being plastic it is definitely not flimsy. However, I don't like the charging connections as I have already had some slight issues with my right earbud not charging properly all the time. However, it's only been a couple of occurrences . If you want some good quality earbuds at a majorly affordable price, these are the way to go. The charge times are as advertised. I also like the cool lights on them. I don't think you can find a better pair of earbuds like these for the money.

Rail ANC

I’ve had several different sets of Skullcandy earbuds. These are definitely the most comfortable. They are light weight and stay charged for quite a while without needing a charge even after several hours of use.The sound quality is quite good. The app (which is different from the regular sk app) is helpful to tweak the eq and other settings.The downsides areBeing smaller when/if I need to adjust the position of them in my ears I always end up pausing the music. I just can’t touch them without them pausing.The noise cancellation isn’t as good as the Indy ANC set I had. I really don’t hear much difference between it being on/off.Not a fan of having to download a second app to control these and another app to control my other set of SK earbuds.Overall a great ... MoreI’ve had several different sets of Skullcandy earbuds. These are definitely the most comfortable. They are light weight and stay charged for quite a while without needing a charge even after several hours of use.The sound quality is quite good. The app (which is different from the regular sk app) is helpful to tweak the eq and other settings.The downsides areBeing smaller when/if I need to adjust the position of them in my ears I always end up pausing the music. I just can’t touch them without them pausing.The noise cancellation isn’t as good as the Indy ANC set I had. I really don’t hear much difference between it being on/off.Not a fan of having to download a second app to control these and another app to control my other set of SK earbuds.Overall a great set of earbuds.Like I said I’ve had several set’s before these and those sets died within a few weeks. I almost wrote off the entire brand until I tried this set. So far I’m happy with them. So do I recommend them? Yup.

Rail ANCs!!! Surprisingly AWESOME!!

Love Them!! The Noise Cancelling Is Great, can make a noisy warehouse sound like a quiet coffee shop, so the ANC works pretty good, in comparison to a AirPod Pro, I give these the edge, sound quality (once you tweak the in app Personal EQ) is excellent, instrument separation and sound stage is large, punchy bass, clear mids, bright trebles, for a audiophiles like myself who can pick up and the subtle details of music, these do a good job of making every distinction and instrumentation present, also love the programmable buttons, the extensive personalization of the controls is a great option to make you listening experience truly YOURS! And for 99$ these are an absolute steal and the battery per full charge is insane for truly wireless Ear Buds, easily can get 6-7 ... MoreLove Them!! The Noise Cancelling Is Great, can make a noisy warehouse sound like a quiet coffee shop, so the ANC works pretty good, in comparison to a AirPod Pro, I give these the edge, sound quality (once you tweak the in app Personal EQ) is excellent, instrument separation and sound stage is large, punchy bass, clear mids, bright trebles, for a audiophiles like myself who can pick up and the subtle details of music, these do a good job of making every distinction and instrumentation present, also love the programmable buttons, the extensive personalization of the controls is a great option to make you listening experience truly YOURS! And for 99$ these are an absolute steal and the battery per full charge is insane for truly wireless Ear Buds, easily can get 6-7 hours of playback before needing a recharge, and the case will have you fully juiced in NO TIME, 20-30 minutes in the case and your back on “track”! Also love the lights in-case and on the headphones themselves, in addition to the Tile locator feature, you’ll have little trouble finding these in the event that they do get misplaced. The skull IQ app is also a great resource to access any of the many great features that these great buds have to offer, 10-10 highly recommend

Skullcandy Rail ANC Earbuds - New and Improved

The Skullcandy Rail ANC are my fourth pair of TWS earbuds. First, they are without a doubt the best looking pair I own. They combine matte, gloss, and transparent design elements. Second, there is a slight banana curve and the stems are very short which I really like. Third, the eartips are oval, fit my ears perfectly, and help significantly with noise cancellation. They paired quickly and without issue to my brand new Moto G 5G 2023. I suggest that buyers download the iQ app and complete the Personal Sound profile. It definitely amplifies music and I found that it was not necessary for me to apply any additional equalizer settings. Music from Pandora, YouTube, and Soundcloud along with audiobooks and podcasts from Hoopla, Libby, and Google all sound great. The ... MoreThe Skullcandy Rail ANC are my fourth pair of TWS earbuds. First, they are without a doubt the best looking pair I own. They combine matte, gloss, and transparent design elements. Second, there is a slight banana curve and the stems are very short which I really like. Third, the eartips are oval, fit my ears perfectly, and help significantly with noise cancellation. They paired quickly and without issue to my brand new Moto G 5G 2023. I suggest that buyers download the iQ app and complete the Personal Sound profile. It definitely amplifies music and I found that it was not necessary for me to apply any additional equalizer settings. Music from Pandora, YouTube, and Soundcloud along with audiobooks and podcasts from Hoopla, Libby, and Google all sound great. The additional app features of button mapping are a plus especially for volume control. The voice commands with "Hey Skullcandy" worked well for me in playing, pausing, toggling ANC, and activating assistant. My only dislikes are lack of support for Bluetooth codecs like AptX HD and the app occasionally drops my settings. Overall I would recommend these earbuds, especially when on sale as there is a lot to like.

Unfortunately, I don't find them

Unfortunately, I don't find them as comfortable for long periods of wearing as I did with the Sesh ANC earbuds. Also, I find the active ANC not as proficient as the Sesh ANC earbuds even when I maxed out the sensitivity using the app. There doesn't appear to be much noise cancellation. There's some, but not as much as I expected based on the advertising. I also find because of the smooth texture of the earbuds, they slip a lot between my fingers when I try to put them in the charging case, sometimes flinging out of my fingers and go flying. Music quality is really good though, and the app is very useful with its various features. All in all, I liked my Sesh ANC earbuds better. Too bad because one of them became defective and Skullcandy doesn't have replacements ... MoreUnfortunately, I don't find them as comfortable for long periods of wearing as I did with the Sesh ANC earbuds. Also, I find the active ANC not as proficient as the Sesh ANC earbuds even when I maxed out the sensitivity using the app. There doesn't appear to be much noise cancellation. There's some, but not as much as I expected based on the advertising. I also find because of the smooth texture of the earbuds, they slip a lot between my fingers when I try to put them in the charging case, sometimes flinging out of my fingers and go flying. Music quality is really good though, and the app is very useful with its various features. All in all, I liked my Sesh ANC earbuds better. Too bad because one of them became defective and Skullcandy doesn't have replacements anymore. Customer service was generous in giving me a credit towards the purchase of new merchandise which I greatly appreciated, but I would've preferred to stay with the Sesh product instead of the new Rail product after trying them both.