Customer Ratings & Reviews

## Design The design of the Shokz OpenRun Pro does not stray too far from last year’s OpenMove headphones. They still loop around your ear (not in your ear), but have a more pronounced loop so they sit slightly lower behind your ears. The headphones are still lightweight at 29 grams, same as the OpenMove, so you likely won’t notice them while running. ## Performance This year, Shokz is using a new TurboPitch Technology to enhance bass (something that was lacking on their previous headphones). It helps somewhat, but your first thought will likely still be that your music lacks bass when listening through these headphones. That’s a common trait you will find with bone conduction headphones in general, but each year Shokz seems to improve upon it little by little. The main benefit is your ability to hear around you and be aware of your surroundings when outside. Since the Shokz OpenRun Pro headphones do not go in your ear, your ears remain unobstructed so you can hear traffic, dogs, and people as long as your keep the volume at a sensible level. In essence, these headphones simply add background music to whatever you are doing outside, and they do it very well. ## Features - Carrying case: The Shockz OpenRun Pro headphones come with a hard case to help protect the structure of the headphones while traveling. This is a nice addition as I believe that they only included a soft pouch previously. - 2 EQ modes: There are 2 modes: (1) Standard for listening to music and (2) Vocal Booster Mode for audiobooks and podcasts. While music is playing, press and hold both volume buttons until you hear a beep to switch EQ modes. - IP55 sweat/water-resistance: Like the OpenMove headphones, the OpenRun Pro maintains the same IP55 water-resistance rating. They should survive droplets of sweat and light splashes but do not submerge these headphones in liquid. - Multipoint pairing: These headphones can be connected to two devices at the same time, making it easier to switch between your two devices. - Physical buttons: I do appreciate that Shokz continues to use physical buttons (instead of touch controls) in their headphones. The "multifunction" button is located on the left side of the headphones toward the front and allows you to play and pause your music (single-click), skip (double-click), rewind (triple-click), and answer incoming phone calls (single-click while ringing). The volume buttons are located on the right side of the headphones in a slightly less convenient location, but still easy enough to access while running. The Volume + button is also the power button (hold it down for 2 seconds to power on and off) - Voice prompts: Audrey, as Shokz calls the voice assistant, announces when the headphones are turned off, powered on, and the battery level. ## Battery Life Battery life has been improved to up to 10 hours on the OpenRun Pro (previously, the OpenMove headphones had up to 6 hours of battery life). The OpenRun Pro uses a proprietary magnetic charging cable (the OpenMove had a more standard USB-C connection). You’ll want to be careful not to accidentally lose this cable as you’ll likely need to order a replacement online (about $13 at the time of this writing). I’m assuming they switched to a magnetic charging solution to help with the sweat resistance (otherwise, you need to remember to replace the flap over the charging port to keep moisture out on earlier models). The manual even notes that the headphones can detect moisture while charging and alert you to remove the charger. ## Summary The Shokz OpenRun Pro headphones are a great solution for running outside while still being aware of your surroundings. They improve upon the OpenMove headphones with longer battery life and a new magnetic charging solution. Bass is improved, but not on the level of in-ear earbuds. However, most users should find the sound satisfactory for running.

I bought one of these for my son when they first came out and he loved it and used it until one side stopped working this last year. He just got this pair for his bday and he says it is so much more streamlined and performs better than the original. He is just as delighted as he was with the first pair. I listened to them and I can't tell the difference between this and just hearing through an earbud. Also, when I turned it up, it did make it hard to hear other things. It definitely felt like I was "listening" not like I was sensing it through bone conduction but if you remove it from your ears, you definitely just feel vibration, you don't hear sound. So these are interesting and great. It doesn't create that pressure feeling that you get when you listen to music too loud but it does block other sounds if you turn it up too much.

Packaging was minimal and came with the headphones, a hard shell case, and a proprietary charging cable, that was short. I do wish that the charging cable was usb c to allow for using other cables that I already have and not having to have a dedicated cable for the headphones. The headphones are not heavy and are curved around the back of your head/neck. The heaviest part of the headphones being the part that attaches to the ear loop. The material of the headphones is smooth but leaves some finger prints if they are oily, but can be wiped off. Synching the headphones was probably the quickest and easiest synchronization I’ve ever done. It showed up right away. There’s only three buttons; the power button shares duties with one of the volume buttons at the bottom of the ear price behind the ear and the pause/play/answer/end call on the left ear piece. A long hold will power the headphones on and off. On power up it provides the battery level. It’s a tad annoying that it doesn’t do this in percentage, it just gives levels example high/medium. Sound is decent but is not for audio enthusiasts, but these headphones are not meant for that. They have a good microphone and sound quality for video and music. There is some sound that can be heard when standing next to a person wearing them depending on how loud the volume is. I could tell if it was music or talking happening if standing near the headphones. The most noticeable part when wearing the o headphones are the ear lol pieces. The loop guy goes behind the ear and is comfortable . For me the left earpiece sitting right before the tregas part of the ear is comfortable and sits right and doesn’t move. The right part of my ear I can’t get it to sit in the same comfortable spot it tends to love and push against it and is a tad painful after a few minutes. This may not be everyone and might me just me, but I never got it to sit right. Phone calls could be answered using the pause play button. The ring did come through on the headphones but was a little hard to hear compared to the phone ringing itself unless having the volume way up. I didn’t want it in call volume blaring so I had the headphone volume a medium which caused the problem. It’s fixable if you don’t kind having the volume way up. Having the volume all the way up or wait to put on for a sec the bass will vibrate and the buzzing sensation is crazy and a little off-putting. All together I love the one headphones. The sit and you don’t have to worry about them squeezing out of your ear and falling off and stop leave you open to being aware and gable to hear when needed.

When I saw that Shokz had rebranded themselves from AfterShokz and released the updated OpenRun Pro headset I had to give them a try. Unboxing: The OpenRuns come in a nice logoed retail box and inside there’s a clamshell soft sided hard shell case and inside that is the headset very well held in and protected in a perfectly form fitting molded insert. In the other half of the clam shell there’s an elastic loop holding the proprietary USB charging cable. Also inside the box is a quick start guide, manual and card asking you download the Shokz app for either Android or IOS. Inspecting: I already have the AfterShokz OpenComm headset and really liked it, it is “was” my headset of choice when wanting to hear my surroundings. The OpenRun are really close to the same layout as the OpenComm except that there’s no boom mic and the MFC button is on the left side. The volume buttons are in the same location but are larger square switches instead of the small round orange ones of the OpenComm. The transducers of the OpenRun are larger, and there’s a grill mesh type opening on three sides of each, “front/back/bottom”, the OpenComms transducers are sealed with no openings. And the proprietary charging cable is still the same and you’ll have to make sure to keep track of it because you cannot charge them with a normal USB cable. Setting up: The new OpenRun is set up pretty much the same way, “I’m using Android so this review reflects that”. Pairing is really easy, just press/hold the + button till you hear “pairing” and pair to your phone. I tried pairing with a Google Pixel 6, Samsung S21 and a Galaxy Fold 3 and all paired without a hitch. Use: I was really happy with the OpenComm headset as I have some hearing issues and the bone conduction “for me” sounds perfectly clear for phone/voice conversations. Music was ok but sounded more “flat” with no base, and I only used them for phone calls. The new OpenRun headsets sound is much clearer, and does have more of a bass feeling than the old. The app also give you two settings for “Vocal” and “Standard” there’s no custom tweaking and hopefully Shokz will release and update that allows it. Using the app during calls and setting the app to “Vocal” calls are loud and perfectly clear. I made quite a few phone calls already and everyone thought I sounded very clear, I found that there wasn’t a need for the boom mic even when outside while it was fairly windy. Next I tried some streaming music, and set the app to “Standard”, there’s a definite difference in music quality over the OpenComm, music is a good bit clearer and there’s a definite boost in bass. It’s not earthshaking bass like you would get from OTE headphones but it’s good enough “for me” and I like having the my ears open when I need to hear things going on around in my environment “these are not noise canceling”. Conclusion: I’m really enjoying the new OpenRun headset, not having the boom mic means I don’t have to worry about that getting in the way. I so miss having it so I can simply grab onto the mic to mute it quickly if I needed to but I can easily deal with that since the sound clarity is better than the old model. Battery run time looks to be right around 10-12 hours, and I had a few very lengthy conversations that barely ran the battery down. Charging it is very quick and I could believe the manufacturer that 5 minutes gives over 1 hour of talk time. If you are looking for a new set of Bluetooth headphones and would like to keep your ears open so you can hear your surroundings then the Shockz OpenRun headset will be right up your alley. The bone conduction is sort of odd at first but you get used to it very quickly and these are so light and unobtrusive I’ve forgotten I had them on in multiple occasions.

The Shokz OpenRun Pro Premium headphones are a great choice for anyone who wants quality and convenience. The sound is crisp and well-balanced, making music and podcasts enjoyable whether I’m working out or just relaxing. One of the standout features is the microphone — it works really well for talking, with clear voice pickup and no hassle during calls. I don’t have to repeat myself or worry about background noise getting in the way. They’re also lightweight and comfortable, which makes them easy to wear for long periods. The open-ear design is perfect for staying aware of my surroundings while still enjoying good audio. Overall, the Shokz OpenRun Pro Premium delivers great sound quality, a reliable microphone, and comfort that fits both active and everyday use

I got the following in quotes from an article explaining the concept and technology behind these types of “bone conducting” headphones. The ones I am reviewing and enjoying are the SHOKZ OpenRun Pro model: “Unlike regular headphones or earbuds, bone conduction headphones don’t rely on speakers to create sound. Instead, they use two transducers to vibrate your skull—or, more specifically, your cheekbones. These vibrations find their way to your cochleas, where they’re translated into “sound” for your brain. Bone conduction effectively bypasses your eardrums, leaving them free to hear external noises while you enjoy music, podcasts, phone calls, or other sounds from your headphones.” That is the beauty of this technology: the user hears great sound while still having both ears “open” to hear other sounds of people asking questions, drivers in the street or emergency sirens. The earphones recharge via a supplied magnetic charge cable and operate for 10 hours on a full charge such as overnight or all morning. The unit has dual noise cancelling microphones for telephone call use and everyone says we both sound good when we use them. They utilize Bluetooth 5.1 for compatibility and features with older and newer smart phones and other sources. They recharge to 1.5 hours worth of use in a claimed 5 minute recharge time using a supplied magnetic connection induction charge cable that uses any USB Type A charger for any smart phone we all have at home now. The magnetic cable does not actually plug in so it should last longer than charge plugs that wear out over time. The units is rated at IP-55 which means they are not to be used in a pool (SHOKZ has other models for that) but these can withstand the sweat and occasional wetness from a sudden rain if outside while using them. The sound is very good but please be aware that they will not have the deep bass sound of something like the latest $380 Sony or Bose full ear covering larger headphones. Both my wife and I like them and she is probably going to buy a pair for herself soon. They are easy to put on behind the neck and over the ears and grip the sides of our heads with just enough squeeze but not too tight or painful. They have a 2 year warranty and a headband was included in the box! Highly recommended

The Shokz OpenRun Pro! Pretty good pair of headphones for anyone that isn't into noise-cancelling headphones and wants to also hear ambient noise. Having owned two other pairs, the AfterShokz Aeropex & Aeropex Mini, I definitely love the OpenRun Pro headphones. When it comes to audio quality, it isn't audiophile grade like my Audio-Technica R70x open back cans. However, sound quality is very good and comes through easily in low noise environments. If you are outdoors or in noisier environments, you'll have to bump the volume a bit higher. One thing I loved about the OpenRun Pro vs the Aeropex & Aeropex Mini is that when listening at higher volumes, the OpenRun Pros produces less haptic vibrations and isn't as hard on my tragus (outer ear), meanwhile the quality isn't sacrificed. Battery life is great, and I got quite close to the 10 hours listed. Standby time is also great, as I was able to go 2 days listening to ~4.5 hours of music each day. Wearing these while being active is no issue. I've worn these while playing tennis and running, and they stay in place very well. The fit on the OpenRun Pro is also quite nice, and I didn't have to stretch them out on my yoga block like I did with my Aeropex & Aeropex Mini. The weight is also unnoticeable, and there wasn't any ear fatigue I experienced. I am able to wear these all day without having any issues regardless of what I'm doing. The only thing I would nag about is that the OpenRun Pros don't have next/previous controls. Having used Shokz/AfterShokz headphones for quite some time now, was hoping this newer iteration of their bone conduction headphones would provide that functionality. The inconvenience of having to go for my phone/tablet to change tracks gets quite irritating :( Though the OpenRun Pros lack certain playback controls, it is still quite a great pair of headphones. I would definitely recommend it to anyone that is looking into open-ear headphones or headphones in general!

I have several pairs of Bluetooth headsets but most of them are different flavors of earbuds. I wanted to try these Shokz since I get ear canal “fatigue” on most of my in-ear headsets. I’m pleasantly surprised that these Shokz are very comfortable to wear. I also felt a little safer wearing these while roller skating on a public hike and bike trail. At a medium volume, I was still able to hear people’s voices, bicycles coming up alongside me and even my skate wheels clicking over a bridge. When I first put them on with all my gear, I was concerned that they would be less comfortable but they were actually great to wear. I have long hair and was wearing a visor and sunglasses and while at first it seemed like there was a whole lot going on over my ear and behind my head, I hardly noticed it once I got moving. The sound quality is good, but not great. It was a little bit tinny but I attribute some of that to ambient noise and wind and again they aren’t in your ears. There is an app which has an EQ feature, but there are only 2 settings: voice and standard. I like a little more bass, but there is not a way to add any layers to the sound. The first time I paired it with my iPhone there were more steps than most apps and Bluetooth devices I use. Also the app only opens after the headsets pair with your phone but I guess that makes sense. The volume button is separate from the FF-REW-Pause button and having buttons over your ear and under your ear take some getting used to, but after a few tries I had it down. I’ve also used them now for phone calls and a conference call, which I was pleased with both sound and microphone worked well. One note is that the microphone picks up a lot your background noise in a phone call. The only thing I would ask them to add (besides better EQ controls) would be to make the strap behind your head adjustable. I have a small noggin and would like the strap to be about 10% smaller and snugger. Overall, 4 stars out of 5 for general usage and 5 out of 5 for comfort, exercise and outdoor safe usage.

I have used them more for my work-from-home routine than outdoor activities. I spend almost 3-5 hours a day on work related calls and I have tried different in-ear, on-the-ear and over-the-ear headphones. These headphones are hands down the best ones when it comes to comfort. I barely notice them and the call quality and battery life is excellent. I have already recommended them to a number of my friends :) Some more details: They come with a nice and sturdy case and a charging cable. The charging cable has USB on one end and a special magnetic connector on the other. The magnetic connector connects to the headphones. The cable is rather short. There is a quick charging feature. Plus a full charge provides almost 10 hours of battery life. I am usually able to use them whole day without a need for a recharge. The band that keeps the buds together is quite inflexible and it lies at the back of your head over the neck. So, I don't think there is any personalization possible but the design is good which keeps them in place even if you move around/shake your head. ** I haven't used them for a run yet. As mentioned, the sound quality and call quality are excellent. The buttons on the buds are easy to use. They will let u take/disconnect call, skip/rewind tracks, increase/decrease volume. ** There is a bit of tickle/vibration which is normal for bone conduction head sets.

Work fine. This was purchased as a gift. Inside the box was not too gross looking. The packaging did not look the best but everything seemed to be there. Headphones worked fine. These have good audio going through the cranium. These ones are nice because they have a microphone built into it. Little confusing on how you have to pair it but just look at the manual for 10 seconds. For some reason you have to start with the headphones turned off to begin pairing which isn’t how most things do it. Answering and hanging up the phone with the headphones is also cool. You can hear audio even if your ears are plugged because its pumping through the skull. Very cool headphones.

They are great for commuting or participating in activities where you want music but need to be able to hear, or if you don't like have your ear covered. They also work great with Meta Quest, Otherwise if you are looking for crystal clear studio sound these are not right for you. Certain types of music such as older music, or music that was not recorded in stereo do suffer and there are instances in high noise area they and can sound a little low and high bass music can cause some vibration. But even with the faults they are super comfortable to the point I forget they are on and well worth it. I am buying my GF a pair and I would totally buy them again if I need to replace them.

I have waited for wht these Shokz headphones do for years. Headphones hurt my ears. Shokz has done it right with headphones that sit on the temples of your ear. No device in my ear. The sound is excellent. The design is terrific. It fits comfortably. Bluetooth pairing is easy and works smoothly. The unit charges with a usb cable and it is a magnetic connection from headphone to cable. A nice feature indeed. Typical controls on the headphones work smoothly. On/Off and Volume control buttons work well. There is a multi-function button that does just that. It controls several functions by repeated taps. This headphone accepts phone calls and the clarity of the call is very good. Phone sound quality is good on both ends. The charge holds for a good amount of time. Shokz has an app for the headphones, but it is rather basic and really not necessary. For some reason every company thinks they need an app. I really like these headphones. Quality. Great Design. Comfort. Ease of Use. Shokz has a winner here with the OpenRun Pro headphones.

This is the second pair I’ve bought (the first was when they were called Aftershokz). I bought both from Amazon. The volume of the second second pair isn’t as loud as the first pair, but I wouldn’t call that a deal-breaker. Both are lightweight and comfortable. The top end versions I have last a long time and charge quickly. The only problem I’ve had is the speakers detaching inside the headphones and rattling. I can shake the headphones and hear the rattle. This is a common issue with these. If the folks at Shokz get this corrected, this would be great. I wear them everywhere, even in some noizy environments! They are the best bone conduction headphones I’ve worn so far.

A friend has raved about these for a while now! I had been an avid earbud user I just have this thing about running and not hearing my breathing. I’m astonished at how amazing the Shokz OpenRun are! The sound quality at first was jarring because my ears have only been accustomed to earbuds or headphones. I’m not a marathon runner but I do love the outdoors. I’ve had my Shokz for about a week’s worth of runs and I have zero complaints. They are loud in a great way and the bass is great (I used my Avicci playlist to test all sorts of audio tones from voice and acoustics). The ProRuns come with the carrying case, charging cable (super cool magnetic technology), and of course the Shokz. My two only disadvantages are that they can’t replace headphones in the gym and the headband isn’t moldable to your head so at first it takes some getting used to. My friend wants me to run a half marathon and these Shokz are going to be the best part of my run, I can tell! Well that and a really great pair of shoes!

I like the product. The batteries last a long time. It is comfortable to wear. The weakest point is the max volume is not very loud. It's just barely loud enough in some situations. Of course the sound quality isn't anything super amazing, but it's fine for the price and what you would expect for this sort of audio device. I use it to listen to audiobooks and YouTube videos mostly. So I don't mind the sound quality anyway. I would like it to have a little more volume sometimes though.

I’ve been looking at these headphones for a long time and had seen mixed reviews. I finally decided to pull the trigger and I’m glad i did. I’ve owned them for a month and use them all day every day. Here’s why I think they’re great: 1. They stay in place. I work in the trades. I work inside, outside, climbing ladders, crawling under things, upside down, in the dirt, in the rain, in attics, on roofs you name it. I never have to worry about these falling off. I have never been able to keep earbuds or “in ear headphones” in place and I’ve tried all of them. I wear them all day and sometimes I forget I’m wearing them. 2. They’re sturdy. I sweat. A lot. I work in south Florida. In the summertime I measure the heat by how many shirts I sweat through in a day. I also get dirty and work in environments that aren’t exactly “electronics friendly”. I’ve had other headphones that didn’t make it through the first day. 30 days in and these work just like they were new. 3. They keep my hands free. I can answer a call or pause my music with a touch of a button on the left side of the headphones. The volume buttons are on the right side. I don’t need to take my phone out or stick my dirty fingers in my ears either. The answer button is placed in such a way that I can even answer a call with the back of my hand. Not needing to take my gloves off to answer a call is awesome. 4. Situational awareness. I can listen to music and still hear what’s going on around me. This is a big one. With earbuds I feel like even if I paused the music I would still need to take them out to hear what people are saying. I also drive a golf cart and operate machinery. It’s a safety issue to be able to hear what’s going on. Even with music playing I can hear people talk at a conversational level. Noise cancelling headphones are great on a plane or in a waiting room, but they don’t work so well on a job site. As a bonus, they work with earplugs in. In fact, the music sounds a little better with earplugs in. So cool. 5. Decent sound quality. I’m not an audiophile, I just love music. I don’t need to have true recording studio sound at all times. I read many reviews that talk about the horrible sound quality, so my expectations were low. I was very surprised by how great they sound. They sound better than any cheap or midgrade headphones I have tried. I would say they give many “high end” headphones a run for their money too. Phone calls are hands down the clearest I’ve ever heard on any headphones. Ever. And I have not had anyone yet tell me that they can’t hear me. 6. Battery life. I put these on at 6am and I don’t take them off till I get home around 6pm. I listen to music all day and make/receive about 25-50 calls in that time period. I have not run out of battery yet. I don’t play music very loud, which probably helps with the battery life. Negatives? Well I’ll give you a couple. If you turn the music up full volume, the vibration behind the ear is a little uncomfortable. I never listen to it at full volume so it doesn’t matter to me. But it’s worth mentioning. Also, the part that wraps around the back of my head sits off my neck a little bit, so if I’m laying down it kinda pushes them off position a little. Also, if you have to wear “over the ear” style hearing protection, these will obviously interfere with that. That’s about all I can come up with for negatives. I love these things. If I lost or broke them tomorrow I would go straight to Best Buy to get another set. No question.

Excellent product! Allows you to listen to music, podcasts, the news, etc. while still being able to hear what’s going on around you. Perfect for bicycling or running.

Love the flexibility and comfort. Sound is good when in a quiet to semi quiet area. When in a loud environment the sound admitting from the ear speakers is hard to music, or the person on the phone. This is my second one purchase, first one I lost.

I like the conduction headphones much better than the in-ear type. This brand is easy to use, works well, and most of the time I don't even know I have it on. Does not fall off. Also, it recharges quickly and lasts the full day.

I love my Shokz OpenRun Pro for workouts and daily use. The bone conduction design lets me hear my surroundings while still enjoying music, which feels much safer outdoors. They’re super lightweight and comfortable, and the sound quality is surprisingly clear for open-ear headphones. Battery life lasts all day, and the fit stays secure during intense activities. Perfect if you want to stay aware and stay connected.