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Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Headphones vs Skullcandy Grom Wireless
Which one has the downsides you can live with?
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The short answer
Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Headphones ranks higher (#3 vs #4 of 8) and scores better on kid-proof durability. Skullcandy Grom Wireless wins on fit & comfort, battery & connection.
The biggest complaint about the Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Headphones is mixed durability; for the Skullcandy Grom Wireless it's volume limit is easy to defeat. Pick the one whose catch bothers you less.
Side by side
| Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Headphones | Skullcandy Grom Wireless | |
|---|---|---|
| Rank in kids' headphones | #3 | #4 |
| Price tier | $$ | $$ |
| Type | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Amazon 1–2★ share | 11% | 14% |
| Overall score | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Volume limiting (as tested) | — | 2.5 |
| Fit & comfort | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| Sound | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Battery & connection | 4.0 | 4.5 |
| Kid-proof durability | 3.5 | 3.0 |
Price tiers: $ under $25 · $$ $25–60 · $$$ over $60. Highlighted = clearly better (a score gap of 0.3 or more, or a 1–2★ share at least 3 points lower). Scores are explained, with sources, on each product's page.
Top complaints
Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Headphones
- Mixed durability
Amazon's summary says reliability and durability draw mixed feedback: some pairs last up to two years, while others broke within a week. Some owners say the battery wouldn't charge at all.
- Stiff, and small for some kids
WIRED says it is noticeably stiffer and less comfortable than some of its other picks. Amazon's summary says fit is disputed, with some owners finding it too small for 5-year-olds.
- Value is debated
Amazon's summary says some owners call it worth every penny while others say it isn't worth the cost.
Skullcandy Grom Wireless
- Volume limit is easy to defeat
PCMag says pushing the volume dial past a click stop raises the cap from 85 dB to 95 dB, which is 'not really a challenge for a curious child'. It notes that NIOSH says 94 dB is unsafe for more than an hour at a time. WIRED shares the concern but notes a red skull appears on the dial when the override is on.
- Mixed reliability and fit
Amazon's summary says owners disagree on reliability, durability and value, and fit is mixed, with some reporting poor fit. Some also find the volume control too low.
- Bass-heavy, and no case
PCMag says the mids are somewhat lacking under the boosted bass, the pair doesn't include a pouch or case, and there's no multipoint or Fast Pair.
Who should pick which
Pick the Belkin SoundForm Mini Kids Headphones if
A sturdy, affordable everyday pair
Long battery between charges
Kids 2 and up (per WIRED)
Skip it if: Comfort for long sessions is the priority; You want a measured volume test before buying; Your child is around 5 with a larger head (some owners say it's too small)
Pick the Skullcandy Grom Wireless if
Style-conscious kids about 6 and up
Heads of different sizes (adjustable strap)
Road trips (long battery and audio sharing)
Skip it if: You need a limit kids can't override; You want a case included; Your child prefers balanced sound over heavy bass
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