Customer Ratings & Reviews

Absolutely the best earbuds Ive owned to date. This is the third pair of Shokz Ive owned over the years and they just continue to get better. Noise cancelation on an open ear headphone, genius. The sound quality is top notch and the battery life is great. Overall, I cant think of one thing that I dknt live about these earbuds. I highly recommend.

If your someone searching for an earbuds for calls this one is the best in market right now, just a bit heavy than first gen due it’s noise deduction and other features, sound quality is awesome with long battery life.

I had these after using the Bose open ultra and while there are larger I found the overall sound quality of these is superior.

I have a few pairs of older Shokz headphones / earbuds that I like, so I was excited to try the newly released Shokz OpenFit Pro Earbuds. This review is based on two weeks of heavy use during workouts, outdoor sports, chores, atv rides, and whatever else I could get in to during winter vacation. TL:DR - If you like open fit earbuds, you will love the enhancements with the OpenFit Pro earbuds. Key features include Dolby Atmos functionality, SuperBoost bass, impressive sound clarity, and lightweight comfort. These earbuds can keep up with an active lifestyle, from the gym to the range, hiking, running, and off-roading, I haven't yet found an activity where these earbuds won't stay securely in place.  Pros: Dual-diaphragm drivers allow for impressive sound clarity. The ear hook stabilizers provide secure fit, even doing plyometrics there is zero movement Super comfortable due to light weight and design of the earpiece  Wireless charging case gives an impressive 48 hours of listening time between charges Cons: Charging case could be a bit more sturdy, already a few surface scratches in the coating Headtracking is good if you are stationary or seated, but struggles a bit if you are moving around.  In the box are the earbuds, case, extra ear hooks, charging cable and paperwork. Setup is straight forward via bluetooth connection, while it's not required you'll want the Shokz app for additional features and function control. A few app features to call out include the Noise Reduction mode which is meant to filter out noisy environments and be able to hear without turning up the volume of the earbud. I find this works in the majority of mid-level noise environments such as commuting and in public areas. The app also allows for EQ adjustments to include standard, vocal, bass boost, treble boost, and private which reduces high frequency sound leakage. You can also customize the controls and what each button press function will do, functions are single, double, triple tap, as well as press and hold, and tap and long press, giving a total of 5 options per earbud. I love this, as I tend to get the wrong output when I'm on a run and trying to find a touch sensor and tap it the required number of times.  As far as performance, the OpenFit Pro earbuds tackle a few of my complaints from previous generations of open fit earbuds. The fit is like none other in both comfort and stability with the included ear hooks. For example, I used them during a plyometrics workout and they stayed in during box jumps and jump squats, no repositioning or moving, plus they don't get as sweaty as in ear earbuds get.  Second improvement is that the sound leakage is minimized, so I'm not sharing the audio with those I'm standing next to. Lastly, the sound is the best I've ever heard out of drivers this small. No, they will not compete with your giant over the ear headphones for immersive sound, but they will absolutely impress you when compared to any in ear earbud on the market today for depth and bass. When I compared them side by side with a top mainstream earbud, I'd say they output about the same range, but I could tell improvements in both clarity and sound depth of the Shokz over the other one. I also am really impressed with the Dolby functionality. I don't use them much for streaming movies, but I find that the head tracking improves how immersed I feel. The sounds seeming closer / further away as I turn my head in relationship to the source, which is fine as long as I'm seated or stationary. If I'm trying to watch while working around the house, I find that it doesn't always get the source location right and it'll feel a bit off in comparison to what my brain thinks I should hear. As this isn't my primary use of these earbuds, I can't complain, as it's one of those bonus features, and the true value for me is in quality audio that can keep up with my lifestyle. Bottom line, open fit earbuds aren't for everyone, there is still some noise leakage and they are a different look than small earbuds. However, for those of us who are tired of readjusting earbuds, losing them during workouts, turning up the volume to hear over the background noise, or just don't like things in our ears, these are absolutely a must have earbud. 

Excellent pair of headphone was wearing them when I got into a car accident recently they never left my head

Excelent bettery life and sound. Unlike falling easy.

The Shokz OpenFit Pro earbuds are absolutely the best sounding and most comfortable earbuds I have ever experienced. These are open air buds which means they don't go inside your ear canal in the painful way some do. These wrap around the back of your ear and then they sit comfortably over your ear canal. In addition to being comfortable, they feel quite secure (even with my glasses!). The most exciting thing about these is that they have "Open-Ear Noise Reduction", not to be confused with noise canceling (personally, I never want noise canceling earbuds for safety reasons). The way these work is really quite incredible - they absolutely make it so that you are able to reduce the sound from loud, jarring noises and also reduce a lot of ambient noise. Just slide the setting bar in the app to set your perfect level. You can still hear horns from cars and people talking loudly, which I would expect and I want. You are able to turn this functionality off, if desired. So easy to get going with these too. They came almost fully charged - but I topped it off because I knew that with something new, I I would want to try out EVERYTHING. Shokz includes a very short USB-C to USB-C cord for charging and a fantastic thing: these are also able to charge on my wireless charger! The Shokz app makes it so easy - just press the little button in the case and use Bluetooth to pair and you're up and running. These provide you with up to 50 hours of playback when Open-Ear Noise Reduction is off and up to 12 hours with it turned on. When needed, just place them back into the case for a quick charge to get up and going again. The sound? Absolutely incredible! Yes, you are able to distinguish the amazingly beautiful and rich sounds of the crystal clear highs and deep lows, as well as everything in between. That they can do this without jamming the earbud down into your ear canal is really appreciated. With the app, you have options for EQ modes to adjust the sound more to your liking - I personally enjoy more bass. There are 5 presets and you are able to add 2 customized settings. These can be worn separately, but you will not get the "noise reduction" that way, and of course, it will sound much better with both on. I wear one at night so that I can listen to books, or yes, some social media videos, without disturbing my partner, but I can still hear them talk to me. I suppose we could both wear one to listen to the same thing - I will have to try that! A great feature of these is the "multi-point pairing" which means I am able to pair these with up to 2 devices. It knows which I am using to start and they are able to immediately switch between the two. While listening to music on my laptop with the Shokz earbuds, I received a phone call. With a click of the small button on the earbud, the call automatically went to my earbuds and, I was able to answer the call and the music stopped. It was as crystal clear as it could be - no distortion or static. The caller said the same about their experience. A click of that same button hung up and the music I was listening to automatically played in my ears once again. The little function button on each earbud can be used for almost everything - a single press, double, triple, long press, etc. Each is set to something by default. From within the app, you are able to change most of those functions (from the limited choices available) to suit your wants/needs. Perhaps a future update will provide more options for personalization. With their crystal-clear immersive sound and wrap-around lightweight style, these SHOKZ OpenFit Pro earbuds are unequivocally the best sounding and most comfortable earbuds I have ever experienced. They are also great looking - I have them in white and they are so refined looking. I am so pleased with these, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone.

These are great headphones. You wont regret buying them

I took absolutely no time at all to decide that I love the fit, form, and function of these OpenFit earbuds and that I vastly prefer them over bone conducting headphones (which I previously used anytime I wanted to be able to be aware of my surrounding environment (while walking, biking, or working out). These earbuds are light and airy. Honestly, it is pretty easy to forget that you are wearing headphones at all. ...For me, they are much more comfortable than rubber tipped earbuds that feel isolating. The Shokz OpenFit Pro are comfortable for hours at a time, even when worn overtop of prescription glasses or sunglasses. The experience is very close to simply having music playing from a personal Bluetooth speaker (although without the power due to their small size). What most impressed me (beyond the comfort) is the active noise cancelation (ANC). The ANC isn't as solid as AirPods or over the hear headphones, but because they are so comfortable and light weight, the experience of turning on Active Noise Cancelation with the OpenFit Pro is like being able to adjust (and nearly mute) the volume of the real world. It's pretty wild. Imagine not having headphones on and being able to press a button that makes ambient noise suddenly reduce by 50%. It's really cool. Also quite impressive is the Head Tracking mode. When activated, audio sounds as though it is coming from a specific direction...like it is being performed on stage - or as though the audio is coming from a stationary TV. As you turn and move your head, the audio stays stationary. I honestly experienced music in a whole new way. I felt as though I was listening to a singer who was standing in front of me. The vocals specifically seemed to stay in one place as I moved. Not a needed feature, but very cool and an impressive effect. Bass levels are decent, but feel somehow simulated. When listening in a reasonably quiet environment I actually appreciate how the bass sounds. But, if walking or biking near traffic and city noise, the bass is often drowned out. This style of open-air headphones really isn't for those who love strong bass - but Shokz has done a good job balancing sound with a true open air feel that allows the wearer to still hear and be aware of their surroundings. The fit is comfortable, but slightly awkward in the sense that I never quite feel confident that I am wearing them correctly. And, because they do cover most of the ear canal, it does appear as though you are isolated behind earbuds - even though you can hear the surrounding world quite well. I would like to see Shokz add an ambient noise mode so that they could amplify surrounding voices. Or, perhaps they could automatically mute when the wearer begins to speak (like the Sony XM series). Each earbud does have one button that is very easy to use (once you know it's there). The rubberized button stands out and has a tactile feel along with the perfect location that is intuitive to locate and press. The action of both the Left & Right buttons are easily customizable within the app, but sadly there is no option to fast-forward, or rewind. I absolute recommend the OpenFit Pro. There are a few minor areas where they can be improved, but they are leaps and bounds above bone conduction headphones. They stay in place through vigorous movement, can connect to multiple devices at once, have good sound quality, good battery life, wireless charging, USB C, are weather resistant, and are quite comfortable. So far these are the best at providing good sound while providing a comforatble open air listening experience. Well done Shokz!

The Shokz OpenFit Pro earbuds have impressed me from the moment I opened the box. The charging case is slim, high quality, and premium in feel. The earbuds themselves look and feel high end, and the indicator light system is smartly designed. When the earbuds are in the case, the light shows their battery levels; when they’re out, it switches to showing the case level. Battery life is another standout feature. With the case, I get up to 50 hours of total use, which means I can go days without needing to recharge. Even with heavy daily use, I never worry about running out of power. This makes the earbuds super convenient for travel, work, and workouts alike. Setup couldn’t be easier. Just pull the earbuds out and they instantly pair via Bluetooth. I also love that connecting to a second device is just as simple. Place the earbuds back in the case and press the pairing button. Multipoint done right. Bluetooth connection is rock solid. I can walk around my house without my phone and never lose connection. This reliability makes them perfect for multitasking or moving between rooms. The fit is outstanding. The open ear design combined with the secure ear hook style makes them extremely comfortable and stable. I can wear them all day and genuinely forget they’re on. What really surprised me is the noise canceling. For most uses, the noise cancellation is impressive. Shokz manages to deliver effective noise reduction without blocking your ears, which feels almost like magic. However, I did find that when using my tractor, the noise cancellation was not sufficient. In those situations, I need true in-ear cancellation for adequate noise reduction. Sound quality is another highlight. I didn’t expect this level of bass and richness from an open ear design, but these deliver. Music feels full, detailed, and immersive without sacrificing awareness of your surroundings. I also appreciate the mechanical buttons on each earbud. No accidental taps, and the customization options in the Shokz app are excellent. You get Dolby sound adjustments, head tracking, multiple EQ presets (Standard, Vocal, Bass Boost, Treble Boost, Private, and Custom), multipoint pairing, Find My Earbuds, smart wear detection, and latency optimization. I also use these for work calls via Microsoft Teams and have had no issues. The call quality is clear and reliable, making them a great choice for professional use. For workouts, these are perfect. They stay locked in place, and with an IP55 dust and water rating, I never worry about sweat or rain. The only con I’ve found is that there doesn’t seem to be a way to power the earbuds up or down without the case. It would be a great feature to have, especially for those times when I forget the case. Overall, the OpenFit Pro earbuds check every box for me: comfort, sound, features, durability, and ease of use. They’ve quickly become my favorite earbuds, and I can confidently give them a full 5 stars.

These Shokz earbuds have a bit louder volume than any other open style of earbuds that I have owned. In most instances, I am able to watch movies and listen to music, and have the volume level rarely maxed. The physical button on each earbud is well placed and easy to press. These Shokz OpenFit Pro earbuds do allow for listening to audio with only one earbud at a time. The charging case is made of aluminum and has a soft rubberized coating on the top and bottom of the case. The charging case has the Qi wireless charging capability. The case has a soft closing mechanism, which is better than a loudly closing case. In my opinion, these Shokz earbuds are just the right size, so that they easily fit over the ear, and can be worn for many hours with no discomfort at all. These Shokz earbuds also look quite a bit better on the ear, compared to many other bulkier earbuds. The Shokz earbuds stay on the ears quite well, and they stay securely on the ears a bit better than the type of earbuds which fit directly into the ears. These Shokz earbuds have some of the best battery life of any earbuds that I have ever used. These Shokz earbuds can connect to more than one Bluetooth audio source at a time, in the Shokz app this is referred to as multi-point pairing. I like to keep these Shokz earbuds connected to my cell phone at all times, so that when I am listening to movie or music audio on my computer, then if a call comes in on my cell phone, I can simply press the earbud button once, and this will answer the call. In my testing of these Shokz earbuds, the Bluetooth connects flawlessly to every audio source that I have had them connected to. The Shokz app for Android allows the user to customize the audio with a 10 band equalizer. The Shokz app also shows the remaining battery level of each earbud individually, as well as the remaining battery level of the earbud charging case. I am rating these Shokz OpenFit Pro Earbuds at 5 out of 5 stars, because they are some of the best Bluetooth earbuds that I have ever used.

I must confess I am a fan of Shokz, and I own their OpenRun Pro. This means I am comfortable with bone conduction audio. The Shokz Open Fit Pro Earbuds are different from straight bone conduction headsets as there are small bass drivres that face towards your ear (they dont insert in your ear). This helps enhance the audio, particularly for music, videos, and gaming and it makes a big difference. Setup of the Shokz Open Fit Pro Earbuds is easy, there's a pairing button in the the case and they paired quickly with my iPhone. Once paired, the Shokz Earbuds also pair quickly when out of the case. It's really important you download the (free) Shokz app. Not only for the firmware updates, it also enables some other features including tuning the noise reduction, Dolby Atmos, multi-device pairing, head tracking, EQ modes, and customizing the buttons. There's also an ambient mode setting (which I actually used). Most important though is audio quality. These are the first bone conduction earbuds where I have been blown away by the sound. Bass is deep, audio quality is incredible, like wow incredible, like better than the fruit company white ear phones and in a gym, home, office, equivalent to wearing a headset that covers your ears. Yes, that good. Normally, I wouldn't need an ambient mode on bone conduction but for the Shokz Open Fit Pro Earbuds you do. I also tested the Shokz OpenFit Pro on a flight to Florida to visit the in-laws, noise cancelation isn't great for a plane. Which is the only thing stopping me giving the Shokz Open Fit Pro Earbuds 5 stars. I have the Shokz OpenFit Pro Earbuds paired to my iPhone, but wanted to test second device and decided to pair them to my Switch 2. My partner doesn't like it when I game and ignore them, so figured this would let me game and hear them if they asked a question while they watched TV.... and the Shock OpenFit Pro Earbuds audio is so deep, rich, and great I actually couldn't hear them talking to me (that's why I am actually thankful for the ambient mode). There's a few nuances, volume control is not a slider, default settings are click and long press for volume - although you can customize the options. Also, just for me, the noise cancelation levels at a higher level felt a little weird. But outside of this, the OpenFit Pro Earbuds are amazing. Slim case, USB C and wireless charging, long playback, super comfortable, haven't fallen off jogging or exercising, and I absolutely love them. BTW. If you have used or thought about Shokz before, the benefit of the OpenFit Pro Earbuds is there is no rear headband thing, which is a huge plus if you are wearing in a gym and you need to put your head flat on a bench or floor for sit ups, etc. I also find the Shokz Open Fit Pro more comfortable when sitting, as you can lean back in a chair without the rear band interfering.

Highlights: * Amazing sound with great bass - especially for open ear * Comfortable and secure fit * Long battery life * Compact case * Dolby Atmos with head tracking * Physical buttons * Wireless charging * Optional stabilizers work well and fit in case * IP55 rating for rain, sweat and splashes For consideration: * A bit heavier than prior OpenFit models * Case is a bit wider but at least flatter than prior OpenFit models * Noise cancellation effect takes a bit of getting used to Spec Updates over Prior OpenFit 2+: * New larger dual-driver for better sound. * Triple-microphone system for noise cancellation and calls (vs 2 mics) * Up to 50hrs with case (24 with noise reduction on) (vs. 48hrs) * Up to 12hrs playback (6 with noise reduction on) (vs. 11hrs) * 10 min charge = up to 4hrs of playback (vs. 2hrs) * AI noise reduction for calls with powerful wind noise reduction * Hybrid wear detection with optical and capacitive sensors * BT 5.4 stability * Fully-featured app * 12.3g per bud, 123.9 with case. I’ve been enjoying the Shokz OpenFit series of headphones since they first came out. They are great for just about any physical activity while also allowing for situational awareness without the need to intentionally turn on a “passthrough” or “transparent” mode. Since generation 1 of these, the sound has been great, the fit and stability rock-solid and the battery life better than most… but Shokz still figured out how to drastically improve on them for their new Pro model. These OpenFit Pro are the 4th generation of the OpenFit series (OG, OpenFit 2, 2+ and now the Pro). While the basic premise of the product has remained, Shokz has steadily improved on everything with each successive generation. I’ll start with a review of the OpenFit Pro on its own, then a brief comparison of the improvements over the prior OpenFit 2+. The OpenFit Pro are an “open” style earbud with an ear hook design. They are intended to fit securely by wrapping around your ear rather than sitting in your ear. They don’t completely block your ears so you can hear what’s going on around you without having to take them off or turn on a special “transparency” or “passthrough” mode. I wore mine while warming up, stretching, doing yoga, walking on a treadmill, weight training, and riding a bike. During all of these activities, the buds never budged and sounded great. These are the first open-style buds that I’ve tried with ANC (active noise cancellation). It felt odd when I first turned on the ANC. I was hearing ambient sounds and then all of a sudden, the noise floor just dropped. I could still hear people around me speaking and other regular sounds like traffic and people talking, but the background noise and hum just vanished. This may not be 100% unique but I’ve never heard of open buds with ANC and these work surprisingly well. This feature does drain the battery a bit faster, but they beefed up the battery so you can still get up to 6 hours of music with ANC on before needing a charge. If you can do without the ANC feature, they’ll stretch to an amazing 12 hours on a charge! Most buds have a touch panel on the side. I usually struggle to find the touchpad blindly without accidentally activating something. I really appreciate the physical button and its placement as it’s easy to find and press without looking and without accidentally doing the wrong function. The left button defaults to toggling the ANC feature on or off so it’s easy to switch between if you want. That physical button on either bud can also do the usual track controls, adjust the volume and invoke your phone’s assistant. As for the sound quality; you shouldn’t expect open buds to sound this good, but they do! There is minimal sound leakage at normal volumes but the bass is strong, the clarity is crisp and the volume gets loud (albeit with more sound leakage at higher volumes). I was really surprised by how good these sound. In fact, on some of my favorite bass-heavy songs, my head actually vibrated from the rumble! There’s also Dolby Atmos with head tracking support which is great for watching movies or listening to properly-encoded music. Dolby Atmos really does add a layer of realism and clarity to everything that I’ve tried including classes on my spin bike. The provided charging case is flatter and wider to fit the buds with their ear hooks side-by-side rather than stacked. This also makes it easier to put them in and take them out but you need to rotate them versus how they fit on your ears. The case charges by USB-C or wireless (qi) and has enough power to recharge the buds a few times without needing a trip back to a USB adapter. You can also give the buds a quick 10 minute charge in the case for up to 4 hours of music. The app is the same as for all other Shokz products but has new features specifically for these OpenFit Pro. The design is clean and uncluttered with easy access to the features you need most. You can check charge levels on each bud and the case separately, set the equalizer, change the functions of the button shortcuts, and get help when you need it. Overall, these buds really surprised me for their comfort, stability, sound quality, app richness, battery life and the better-than-expected open-ear ANC. If you are already familiar with the Shokz OpenFit range of open ear buds, here’s a short rundown of the improvements over the prior models like the original (gen 1), the OpenFit 2 and the next-lates OpenFit 2+. Starting with the case, all prior OpenFit models had similar square but thicker cases where the ear hooks were stacked to decrease case width. This allowed the case to be narrower but it also had to be taller. This Pro version has the buds rotated and side-by-side so the case can be thinner but needs to be a bit wider, too. This is probably a good tradeoff since the thinner case will fit in pockets better even if it is a bit wider. The buds themselves are a bit heavier than prior versions but this creates a more balanced feel plus longer battery life. There are more microphones for both better voice pickup for calls and for the new ANC feature. Prior models had a wear sensor that was a bit too sensitive and frequently paused the music when I would tilt my head up or to the sides. These Pro buds have a new hybrid wearing sensor which uses both optical and capacitive sensing to detect when they’re being worn and automatically pause the music when you intentionally take one or both off without falsing nearly as often. The sound quality is noticeably better than prior versions of the OpenFit. The sound is more nuanced, the bass more pronounced, and the clarity more focused. I was genuinely surprised and pleased at how great these sound - especially considering they are open-ear style. Lastly, the new ANC feature works really well. I turned it off and got a feel for what my room normally sounds like. Then I turned on the ANC and it was like that hum of life just went away. This also makes music and calls that much clearer without having to turn up the volume to compensate for background noise. Overall, these Shokz OpenFit Pro buds will surprise you at how good they sound, how long the battery lasts, how comfortable they are and how secure they fit. The ANC feature really does work great and the Dolby Atmos processing with head tracking adds clarity to music and immersion to movies. If you’re upgrading from a prior version of OpenFit, you will definitely notice and appreciate the improvements. If these are your first experience with the Shokz OpenFit, you’ll probably love them as much as I do.

Shokz, the world's leader in Open-Ear technology, just released their first earbuds with Open-Ear Noise Reduction, named the OpenFit Pro Earbuds. They are optimized for Dolby Atmos and feature head tracking. Three microphones are Ai-powered, to achieve maximum vocal clarity, while reducing ambient sound. People hear & understand my every word, regardless of a noisy environment. The sound quality is truly stunning. Bass is accurate & is very strong, thanks to Shokz SuperBoost & OpenBass 2.0, with huge dual diaphram drivers that measure 11 x 20 mm. Noise reduction can be configured manually with the Shokz app, or the Ai noise reduction algorithm will automatically adjust for noise reduction in real time. Ear hooks made from thin nickel-titanium alloy keep earbuds securely in place. Earbuds will perform up to 50 hours of music, or 24 hrs. with open ear noise reduction activated. The case can be charged wirelessly, or with USB-C. IP-55 rating protects from dust, rain & sweat. The latest Bluetooth 6.1 provides maximum stability & pairs 2 devices, allowing you to switch between smartphone, tablet, or laptop. CONCLUSION: Shokz OpenFit Pro is unique, offering Best-In-Class sound, while achieving this with an open-ear design. It earns my highest recommendation.

I slid on these Shokz OpenFit Pros (Pros), started some music and walked a few noisy blocks toward the running path. Immediately I started questioning my hearing because the city sounds, the car wooshes, the bus brake squeals, the jackhammers, were all vastly diminished. Open earbuds like the Pros are not supposed to be capable of squelching background noise. I knew “open ear noise reduction,” was a marquee feature of the Pros but I never thought it would be this effective. Even better the audio quality is vastly livelier than my OG OpenFits too. Suffice to say, I think these are winners for open earbud fans. Shokz fame is practically inventing bone conducting “fitness buds” that provide decent audio quality while preserving situational awareness. Things like being able to hear a biker’s bell or an overly motivated pup hauling its owner in pursuit of a squirrel. So, it’s reasonable to question why noise cancellation would be added to buds marketed to provide mindfulness of one’s surroundings as they exercise, a time when it’s all too easy to zone out. But the noise cancellation in the Pros is not the all-encompassing kind found in in-ear buds. Rather than turn off the world it just reduces the background noise volume to a more comfortable level, and it works fantastically. This is not just the best sounding Shokz ear bud I’ve ever heard, it’s competitive with premium in-ear bud too, and more comfortable. CHARGE CASE & BUDS I’ll get into specifics but first a quick introduction. The Pros ship in a sleek Qi wireless charge case. There’s a USB-C charge port too for flexibility (cable included). The case’s battery life is rated at 50-hours which is the equivalent to a roundtrip flight to Sydney Australia, not that you would use any open ear buds on a plane. A small LED at the front of the case alerts the user to the batteries approximate level. Battery level for the case and each bud is also available in the app, which I’ll discuss in depth shortly. The buds themselves pack plenty of power too. While they can handle 10+ hours playtime that’s way more time than I’d devote to any workout, running, or walking session. But I’ve been on 3+ hours walks and they just keep going playing music at 40% on my iPhone 17 Pro Max. The Pros lie neatly inside, secured by magnets so they don’t accidentally fall out when you open the case. Placing them back in the case, these same magnets provide a satisfying pull, snapping each bud back into its home. It’s a fuss and fumble free experience. Pulling a bud out of the case for the first time was a truly sensual experience, something I never thought I’d write about an ear bud. The Pros have a completely difference feel from my OG Open Fits which feel basic. So, on this alone they are a worthy upgrade. The ear hook is silky soft silicone that feels invisible when worn, and the dark gray speaker cover has a handsome, professional look. I’m embarrassed to say I can’t decide if the cover is aluminum or plastic. It’s that well done. The ear hook is both flexible and stiff and fits my Jumbo ears fine. Visually the Pros looks like they will provide an excellent fit on any shape ear. But if do feel some jiggling, or prefer a snug fit, a couple of thin, detachable silicone spacers are included. These snap on to the top of the ear hook A single button on each bud, where the earpiece meets the ear hook, controls playback functions. They are raised and easy to fine even when running at PR speeds. The downside of just a single button for all controls is that this requires multiple click combinations for most transport functions. For example, one click to play/pause, two clicks to skip a track, and so on. Multi-clicks or taps are par for buds and if they work immediately it’s fine. But I find the Pros have a small delay. A couple seconds or two can go between button press and actual skipping to the next song. FEATURES, FUNCTIONALITY, & THE APP Like all Bluetooth earbuds, the Pros pair to your device out of the box, no app needed. However, the full versatility and feature set is only available with the Shokz app (iOS & Android). Naturally, the app tries to get you to establish a Shokz account, but to Shokz’s credit, it’s not required. To avoid an account you will have to play a bit of “Where’s Waldo” to find the “skip” button in (if I recall correctly) the upper right corner. Some of the app’s features, like toggling between ambient and noise cancelling modes, are duplicated on the Pros themselves. But there are a few that are app only. These include firmware updates, multi-point pairing, turning on head tracking and Dolby Atmos optimization, 10-band equalizer and pre-sets, customizing what the Pro’s button taps do, and toggling whether to stop audio when the Pros are removed. Most of these features are self-evident so I won’t discuss them further but, where relevant, I will in the later sections. One disappointment with the app though is button customization. Rather allow any function to be assigned to a specific number of button presses, such as 1 tap on the left for “play/pause,” and 1 tap on the right for “next track,” and so on, it limits the user to just a couple options. For example, a single click can either play/pause or answer/hang up a call. The flexibility here is that you can have both sides do the same thing or set the left for one of these and the right for the other. That’s something but having unfettered customization would be amazing and more useful. AUDIO QUALITY The sound quality on these is unbelievably great, no hyperbole. Maybe Shokz have always sounded this great, and the external background noise was ruing the experience, but I don’t think so. These truly rival in-ear buds at this price level. The biggest differences are the noise cancellation isn’t as deep, and neither is the bass. But, unlike my OG OpenFit, these Pros has some life and a little boom. It’s not house party level so bass lovers don’t get too excited, but it’s still impressive and give me a second wind in the last mile I don’t want to run. Treble and mids are completely on-point. Both sung vocals and spoken word is crystal clear if the original recording was mastered as such. But even Bob Dylan and latter Leonard Cohen sound more discernable. But it’s more than that because these are the first Shokz product I’ve worn where songs have noticeable layering and separation. And that’s without any processing like Dolby or head tracking, features the Pros have but I don’t use when running. I don’t know what sorcery Shokz uses to make these Pros sound usable for casual use too, not just as fitness wear, but I’m fairly certain the noise cancellation plays a huge part. This feature and versatility is just another reason to consider the Pros as dual-purpose. As I mentioned, the noise cancellation in the Pros acts more like a smart noise filter than a wholesale noise stopper. When worn, I can’t hear the bus a block away, but I can hear a bike bell approaching. This not only makes listening to music more enjoyable, but it also allows me to play it at a lower volume compared to my OG OpenFits, which is healthier. I routinely had to crank my OG OpenFits to 70% just to hear them above the background noise. My Pros find home at 40-45%, which is about where I keep my in-ear buds. CALL QUALITY Using earbuds for calls is standard these days but I’ve never found any open ear style bud useful for this functionality, for obvious reason. Despite the Pro’s impressive open ear noise cancellation, it’s not enough to bridge the gap for phone calls. In a quiet room they are fine, but I can say that about ever pair of quality ear buds I’ve owned. Outside, unless used in a quiet place, they make for an uncomfortable call at best. The noise cancellation just isn’t strong enough to keep surrounding noise from being a distraction. Many conversations taking place in a city park setting were hard to hear even at top volume. The other end of the call also complained of excessive background noise too. In sum, this feature is handy for a quick call but avoid for professional chats, unless you need an excuse to end fast. Where the Pros do compete with same price tier in-ear buds for music and podcast playback, they don’t with phone calls. While I’d be ecstatic if the call quality was tops, or even middling, the reality is Shokz true niche is as fitness wear. I have other ear buds and headphones, but I wear Shokz when running because they are comfortable and keep me audibly aware of potential hazards. When I’m on a run I’m unlikely to pick up a call except in an emergency or maybe to order food on the way home. Call quality isn’t something I can get worked up about with the Pros. BOTTOMLINE The Pros are the best sounding Shokz I’ve ever heard. Thanks to its impressive open ear noise cancellation gone are the days when I need to crank my Shokz to hear them in noisy areas. And even a lower volume they sound clearer and more energetic than my OG OpenFits, and even close to some of my in-ear buds. They are simply a pleasure to wear when running. For casual wearers not keen to in-ear buds these may check the box for you too.

The Shokz Openfit Pro are an exciting pair of open ear true wireless earbuds. I have really enjoyed the comfort, ergonomics, and the sound quality these headphones provide. As an adult that lives an active adult lifestyle, I’m impressed with how well these headphones fit my daily needs. The secure fit these earbuds provide is perfect for my aggressive sports as I’m able to jump, sprint, and flip. The headphones stay in place, and I don’t have to fidget with them to keep them in my ears or to keep them in place. These earbuds are super comfortable as they rest gently on the shape of my ear, versus pushing into my ear canal. The comfort is noticeable for long durations of time, and I am loving these on my 90-minute runs. The IP55 water and dust resistant capability has been a welcome addition to my active lifestyle. I have been able to go for rainy and snowy runs in these headphones, all while dripping sweat from my head, and the headphones keep on delivering excellent sound quality. The silicone is soft and feels weightless when placed on my ear. The sound quality is rich and customizable with the Shokz app. These headphones are optimized for Dolby Atmos and the clarity and precision is very nice for usage in various lifestyle moments. The open ear true wireless earbuds work excellent at being able to allow me to be aware of all my surrounding environment so that I can feel safe. This proves especially helpful as I’m a long-distance runner that does a lot of my runs in outdoor nature settings where I’m alone with wildlife, so I want to always be alert to my surroundings. This is also helpful in urban environments when I’m running around traffic or other pedestrians so I can hear my surroundings for my safety and well-being. These earbuds also offer noise canceling benefits if I’m needing to block out some of the external noise which I utilize in my office setting in the workplace. I can still enjoy my music but also turn on the ANC to not have to hear my coworkers chatter nearby. There are physical buttons on each left and right earbud which allow me to change volume, pause my music, cycle through my ANC settings, and accept/decline calls. The buttons can be customized with the Shokz app and tailored to what you’d like them to do for you. The bass quality is excellent in a small form factor earbud, along with clear mid and high notes as well. The headtracking sound is amazing as it truly makes the sound move within your ears as you shift your head direction, and it’s such a cool feature. The Shokz earbuds look very upscale and have a nice design to them. They’re not too bulky visually, and they’re very light when placed upon the ear. The bone conduction technology was a new feature for me to use in a pair of headphones, but it seems to work very well. My music is clear and crisp, and I really like the various preset sound settings to choose from. The Bluetooth range works very well for over 30 feet of distance away from my device. Phone calls have sounded clear and the microphones pick up my audible voice clearly so that the people I’m speaking with always hear me clearly and precisely. The Shokz Openfit Pro have a very nice shell/case to be placed inside of when not in use. The case is a QI charging device that helps to keep the headphones operating for up to 50 hours of play time. The case can also be charged via USB-C. The multipoint pairing works well for someone like me that has multiple devices such as phone, tablet, computer, smart TV. I can easily switch between devices and not miss a beat between my devices. Fantastic pair of earbuds for active and casual lifestyles. The sound quality is very good, and I am happy with the ease of use and portability in these Openfit Pro earbuds.

The Shokz OneFit Pro are great sounding open ear headphones that use their proprietary DirectPitch technology that uses air conduction to direct sound into your ear canal without blocking it, allowing you to be fully aware of your surroundings, while having great sounding headphones. They have also added a cool little trick to these headphones, open ear noise reduction. To start, the OpenFit Pro's are extremely comfortable to wear. They hook over your ear to keep them in place, and I barely notice them when using them. They sound surprisingly good. Better than any other open ear headphones I've used, and better than some in ear earbuds. I've worn them for several hours listening to podcasts, music, and watching shows. Never did I feel any discomfort or fatigue on my ears. To be honest, I'm generally not a fan of open ear headphones. They usually sacrifice sound quality for being, well... open. This is the first pair of open ear headphones I've tried out that made my say, wow, I would consider using these on a daily basis other than going out for walks, exercising, or other activities that require noise awareness. As stated previously, they sound great. On top of that, they have an added feature called open ear noise reduction. At first, I was like yeah right... but then I activated it and was surprised how much of a difference it makes. It works very well in areas like a noisy cafeteria, where there is lots of chatter, it cut a lot of that out and allows you to hear just what your are listening to. It doesn't work well, or at all in noisy areas. For example, I work in an automotive production plant, and it is fairly noisy in there, It didn't make any difference, I could barely hear anything, so these would not be suitable for that environment. The Shokz app also gives you access to a lot of features, like sound effect settings like the EQ and Dolby Audio, and you can switch between Music and Movie Mode. You also get access to Noise Control, and can adjust how much or how little you want. You also get a Latency Optimization mode which I love, because I use these to watch TV at night, and I do not notice any lag with the voices or sound. You can also update your firmware via the app. The OpenFit Pro's are also multipoint capable, meaning they can be connected to two sources, like your phone and a TV. You can watch TV, and still be able to answer calls when they come in. The battery life is rated at up to 50 hours total, and the case is wireless charging capable. I do not see any mention of how long the headphones themselves last on a single charge, but after using them for hours on end, I haven't run into a situation where I was remotely close to needing to recharge them.

I have been using Shokz's bone conduction headphones for quite some time now. They are my go to headphones for long days full of calls. But this is going to change with these new ear buds. I have used these for a week and I am simply a fan! Everything about these ear buds is great! Let me give you more details. Let's start with the case. I am not sure what is the case made of but it is quite light, the buds fit in the case without any efforts and it supports both USB-C as well as Qi Wireless charging. It looks very stylish too. There is a button in the case. To pair the buds you put them in the case and press this button for 2-3 seconds. The LED light at the front provides the case battery status. Now coming to the buds, they are light, sit well over the ears even while running on a treadmill at 6.5 mph. There is an extra pair of hooks like things that attach to the buds to give them extra stability. Obviously the open design is my favorite as it allows me to wear these for extended periods of time without any discomfort. There is a small button on each bud that provides the usual controls so that you don't need the phone. I like this better than other earbuds that have touch based controls as the button click is something that I can easily feel and control better than touch based controls. The sound quality is very good. Here are the features when it comes to audio (these can be customized using the app): Dolby Audio Music vs Movie Mode Noise reduction vs Open Mode Head tracking Standard Eq Modes (Vocal, Bass Boost, Treble Boost, Private and Custom) The app also allows: Customization of button controls Find My Buds Firmware Upgrades The app is well designed and easy to use. Overall, as you can probably guess, I really like these earbuds. I couldn't really find a single thing that I don't like about them! Give them a try, I think you would like them too!

I am beyond impressed with these OpenFit Pro earbuds from Shokz. Not only do they have form-factor defyingly good audio, but the just seem to stay on my head and keep the music pumping in situations where my Apple Airpods would have already fallen out of my heads and been rolling all over the filthy gym floor! The first thing I noticed about these OpenFit earbuds is that they just felt different in a positive way. Compared to over-the-ear headphones, I have no sense of claustrophobia while wearing these or troubles with my ears getting too hot (a common issue for those of Irish descent). Compared to in-ear earbuds, these just seem vastly more, as you would guess from their name, open, allowing in outside sounds and conversations and sensory inputs to keep you engaged in your surroundings while working out or just wlking around. The build quality and materials are excellent. Because of the form factor of these wireless earbuds, the case is naturally larger in size than comparative ear buds cases like for Airpods, but it still fits nicely into a jeans pocket or gym bag. Overall, I am so happy with these and glad to have them in my audio product rotation! 5 out of 5 stars easily!

I had to return them because they were very uncomfortable in my ears; I think they were a bit heavy.