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Puro Sound Labs BT2200-Plus vs Skullcandy Grom Wireless
Which one has the downsides you can live with?
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The short answer
Puro Sound Labs BT2200-Plus ranks higher (#1 vs #4 of 8) and scores better on volume limiting (as tested), fit & comfort, sound, kid-proof durability. Skullcandy Grom Wireless wins on battery & connection.
The biggest complaint about the Puro Sound Labs BT2200-Plus is stops working, or plays from one side only; for the Skullcandy Grom Wireless it's volume limit is easy to defeat. Pick the one whose catch bothers you less.
Side by side
| Puro Sound Labs BT2200-Plus | Skullcandy Grom Wireless | |
|---|---|---|
| Rank in kids' headphones | #1 | #4 |
| Price tier | $$$ | $$ |
| Type | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Amazon 1–2★ share | 16% | 14% |
| Overall score | 4.1 | 3.5 |
| Volume limiting (as tested) | 4.0 | 2.5 |
| Fit & comfort | 4.5 | 4.0 |
| Sound | 5.0 | 3.5 |
| Battery & connection | 3.5 | 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
Puro Sound Labs BT2200-Plus
- Stops working, or plays from one side only
Amazon's summary says some owners report the headphones stopping after a few months, sound coming from only one side, and some breaking within a month. Wirecutter reader comments describe Puro pairs whose Bluetooth stopped working after about 18 months, and pairs lasting only a couple of years of occasional use.
- Bluetooth disconnections and battery drain
Amazon's summary says some owners get frequent Bluetooth disconnections. Wirecutter notes the auto-shutoff won't trigger while a paired device stays on, so the battery can drain unless you put the tablet or computer to sleep.
- Earpads wear out, and controls are basic
Wirecutter's test pair's earpads started falling apart after four years (replacements cost $8 on-ear or $19 over-ear). It also notes you can't change tracks or call a voice assistant from the headphones. Amazon owners disagree on whether they're worth the price.
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 Puro Sound Labs BT2200-Plus if
Kids who care about sound quality
Families sharing one tablet (pairs can be daisy-chained)
Preschoolers to tweens (swappable on-ear and over-ear pads)
Skip it if: You want to spend under $50; You need track-skip or voice-assistant buttons; Long-term reliability worries you more than sound
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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