Customer Ratings & Reviews

Pretty solid and unique headphones. I use them when working out and they fit pretty snug. Haven't had any issues with them yet.

These headphones are great they don’t hurt my ears at all

Best Bone Conductive Headset on the Market! Awesome battery life.

They are ok. They broke in less than 6 months. I could barely hear from them

I first saw this technology when getting a hearing test. I wanted to get away from earbuds because of the problems they create with earwax that can trigger vertigo. I am happy with my choice. The sound quality is great for clarity and voice, like podcasts and videos. They can't handle bass well and vibrate too much when high. So best for light listening like at the office. With my ears still open I can hear coworkers or safely walk outside. The battery life is good, they are durable. The custom charging cable is a negative, because you will have to buy an extra. Voice calls are great and I don't hear any complaints or that callers can even tell I'm using a headset. The shortcoming is that they cannot overpower external music like when using at a gym. Adapting to them is strange at first because they may tickle and the sound feels like it's coming from outside, like your phone speaker is on. They are comfortable, usually forget they are on. Easy to connect and control phone. That sums it up.

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.

Could not get used to wearing these. My Beats ear phones are much better. Best Buy would not allow my to exchange after 2 weeks. What a waste of 200.00. Will no longer buy anything from Best Buy. Hello Amazon!!!

I’ve been using the Shokz Open Pro for a while now, and honestly, I didn’t expect to like them this much. The open-ear design felt strange at first, but once you get used to it, you realize how comfortable and practical it actually is. You don’t get that “ear blocked” feeling, and you can still hear what’s happening around you — perfect for walking, running, or even taking calls while multitasking. The sound quality is way better than what I expected from bone-conduction type headphones. The bass is surprisingly good, voices are crisp, and I’ve had zero issues on calls. In fact, people on the other end say the mic clarity is excellent, even outdoors. Battery life is another big plus. I charge it once and easily get through several days of use. The fit is super light, and after a few minutes you literally forget you're wearing them. If you’re someone who wants comfort, awareness, and really solid audio without sticking anything inside your ears, this is one of the best options out there. I’ve tried regular earbuds, but nothing beats the convenience and comfort of these. Overall, totally worth it

I’ve been curious about these for a long time but i was nervous spending so much on an unfamiliar technology. They were deeply discounted recently and I got them. Im glad i did. Im glad I got a good price, but i think they’re worth more than I paid. They sound great, but most importnatly to me, they fit great. I wear them when I take my dog for walks, grocery shopping and when I ride my bike. They’re so comfortable, I often forget I have them on after a walk and only remember when i go to adjust my hair and feel them. Calls sound great, BT connection is solid, battery life is great. The controls are simple and easy to find and operate while wearing. I have just a couple things i wish were better, but these are very minor issues. I wish they turned off automatically after being idle for a long time, they could be a smidge louder, and I’d like a less bulky case with a built in charger. Although, the battery lasts so long that i havent needed to charge them often and having the charger separate allows for using a different case. They do have a new version that are two separate pieces more like traditional earbuds, but I actually like that these are connected becasue it makes them super securely attached to my head. Speaking of my head, its a big one and these fit no problem. I love these and they’ve quickly become my main set of headphones.

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.

Very comfortable and excellent sound quality. These are great when listening to music, etc., but when you need to hear noises around you. Excellent battery life and charges quickly.

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

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.

absolutely love my Shokz OpenRun Pro headphones! The bone conduction technology works beautifully—I can listen to music or take calls clearly while still being aware of my surroundings, which makes them perfect for running and cycling. The fit is lightweight and comfortable, even during long workouts, and they never slip out of place. The sound quality is excellent for open-ear headphones—surprisingly rich with good bass—and the battery life is impressive. I can get through multiple workouts on a single charge, and the quick charge feature is a lifesaver when I’m in a rush. I also really like the Steel Blue color—sleek and stylish without being flashy. Overall, these are the best sport headphones I’ve owned: safe, comfortable, and premium quality. Highly recommend them to anyone who wants great audio without sacrificing awareness.

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!

Sure! Here’s a clean, natural-sounding review you can post anywhere (Amazon, Facebook, etc.): > ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I’m really impressed with these bone conduction earphones. They’re perfect for walking and running because I can enjoy my music while still hearing what’s happening around me. The sound is clear, the fit is comfortable, and they stay in place even during longer runs. Battery life is solid. Great choice for anyone who wants to stay active and safe at the same time.

Was in the market for a pair of headphones for running, hiking, and other physical activity. Picked up the OpenRun Pro based off of Reddit recommendations. Was impressed with the fit and the tech. I had not previously experienced audio through bone conduction and came away impressed at the clarity of audio (at lower levels). The headphones felt comfortable out of the box and held up extremely well during runs/heavy workouts. Not having anything in the ears was a plus as well. Sadly, the audio quality just isn't there yet. While fairly clear at lower levels, the audio distorts a bit at higher levels (which I needed during runs as you your surroundings are much louder than with in-ear or over-the-ear headphones). The bass was also lacking, though that wasn't a huge issue for me as I don't like overdoing it on bass. I do like a little bit of bass, and it just gets lost, especially when doing physical activity. Battery life was fairly decent, no connection issues with an iPhone 11. Sadly, the audio quality was enough for me to move on. I'd still recommend these headphones for those working out in quieter areas or at home. I'd even recommend them for people with difficulty hearing. The bone conduction tech is pretty neat and I'm excited to see how it improves over the years.

The original Shokz OpenRun Pro (launched September 2021) is a lightweight (~27 g), durable bone‑conduction headset ideal for runners and cyclists. It offers surprisingly clear sound and enhanced bass over earlier models while keeping your ears open for ambient awareness, thanks to PremiumPitch 2.0+ drivers, Bluetooth 5.1, multipoint connectivity, app-based EQ, and fast charging (5 min = ~90 min playback) shokz.com +15 accidentalrandonneur.wordpress.com +15 soundguys.com +15 . However, it uses a proprietary magnetic charging cable—a specific two-pin connector unique to Shokz—that’s convenient but means you can’t just grab any old USB-C cord if you lose it thetechnologyman.com +1 bestbuy.com +1 . The IP55 water resistance is solid but not swim-friendly, and mic quality is merely average. Overall, it’s a feature-packed, comfortable pick for outdoor use—just be sure to keep track of that one-of-a-kind charger or order a spare.

I bought to use in industrial plant with earplugs. I didn't want to use overhead headphones anymore because they literally left an indent on my skull where the headband was. With that said, I consider myself an audiophile so by no means will this impress anybody frankly sound quality wise but I still find it somehow charming. The first thing I did was download the app (unfortunately) to switch it from standard to vocal boost mode and I have been impressed ever since. Even when listening to music I don't switch it back because the one draw back is in standard mode, the bass even with normal talking can tickle my head but with vocal boost mode taking out the lowest of the low end I think this has been fantastic and by far my favorite pair of headphones. In 5 years when this fails, I will gladly upgrade to the latest and greatest. They last 1 and 1/2 shifts for me at 50% volume if you can believe it. Bought these for work but now I use them for everything and they are my go to. I spend $600 on headphones and have been less satisfied. Just be careful if you use earplugs like me because the first day I used them, I had it cranked to 100 without realizing and my ears were ringing like I walked out a concert at the end of the shift. But let me tell you, I was jamming.

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.