Shokz: Which Should You Actually Buy??

[@Aesthetic_Al]

Guys if I missed anything let me know, Im just trynna help you with your purchase!

[@thilehoffer]

Good video overall, thanks. Do the ear buds stay / sound good when running? Are any of these good for listening to music or are they more for podcasts?

[@pulldogg123]

What’s a good one for everyday work calls?

[@Aesthetic_Al]

@@thilehofferthey stay on fine. They work better for everyday activities but you can use them to workout. The touch controls are what gets tiresome.

[@Aesthetic_Al]

@@pulldogg123get the OpenFit Air

[@donbans7428]

How are the sound leak for the bone conduction earphones?

[@jameypritchard7790]

I have the open run pro 2 mini. I am fortunate cause the loop around the back fits snug without being tight and I don’t notice it when I lay my head against a pillow or anything. I bought these for falling asleep listening to podcast etc. I am a side sleeper and for anyone trying to find a comfortable headphone for sleeping these are far and away the best option I have found. I get ear infections with using anything in ear and these I don’t even notice when I am laying on my side. Hope this helps anyone in my same situation

[@isita2009]

I was not aware that they also have the O.R.Pro2 “mini” good to know.

[@robertharrison3147]

Probably one of the most complete and well produced review videos I have ever seen. I particularly enjoyed the downbeat sad music when describing the Cons. I am a swimmer and will try the headphones designed for swimming.

[@Aesthetic_Al]

I appreciate you!! I recommend the open swim pro over the open swim if you wanted to use them both swimming and other land activities

[@JustAFatGuyInTX]

You give an excellent explanation and showcase of the differences between each of these headphones. I had both the Openrun Pro 2 and the Openswim Pro. Now I don't have a choice or favorite between the 2 as they're pretty good for various reasons. I'd go for the Openrun Pro 2 if you want to keep using USB-C and want better audio quality. One major issue with these is that the USB-C plug is the sole reason it maintains the Ip55 water resistance, if you lose that it's game over for the headphones when they're exposed to water/sweat. The Openswim Pro would be the more practical option as they have IP68 water resistance and it isn't from any covers for the charging port, the unit itself is water resistant as is. Now the downside with these headphones is the audio quality won't be as good. (Sadly an issue with bone conduction headphones in general) Next is the magnetic charging cable that only work with Shokz headphones, no USB-C at all. So if you lose that cable, you're SOL until you buy another one.

[@dfehrma]

I thought i was on overkill by having the open pro.. and open pro 2.... *bows to the king* :) Thanks for the content bro!

[@maksym3d]

Loved the very dramatic music innuendoes, great way to make the point!

[@Aesthetic_Al]

I really appreciate comments like these.

[@glenjones182]

After owning the open run pro 2 for a month and comparing to my open run pro which I used every day for 18 months. I prefer the pro. The pro2 are a fraction heavier because of the usbC charge point. Dont get me wrong I am still happy with the pro2 but for a tight fit and the fact that I would always forget that I was wearing the pro, I do miss the pro. The pro2 just isn't the same for me. I think those that want to wear shokz while exercising the pro would be best. My set of shokz pro fractured after 18 months of use in the centre of the thin band but I also wore them in my sleep to play white noise. They were on me nearly 24/7 I am still a fan of the shokz.

[@paulkline3011]

I've had the openfit air for 6 months. I use them at work and for my walks everyday. I've had no issues at all with them. Absolutely the best ear buds I've ever owned. I will never go back to earbuds that stick into my ears again.

[@nickclarkuk]

I have had the Open Move and now Openfit Air. I am loving the compactness and style of the Openfit and ability to use only one when laying on a pillow. One thing to consider is you now have 3 potential things you can lose as you can’t charge or pair them without the case. With ADHD this is causing me some anxiety but I haven’t lost them yet ! I got about 18 months out of the Move before they physically snapped but I didn’t not care for them as well as I should have falling asleep with them on.

[@spacesh3p]

Been an opencomm user for 3-4 years WFH. Audio and mic. quality are decent, and battery still lasts a full 8hr+ workday

[@diggler306]

Fantastic breakdown and comparison - thank you! Just what I was looking for.

[@PIN3r]

Shockz OpenRun does come in a usb-C configuration too which I just pickup here in Canada. 🇨🇦. Forgot to mention the mini of the band

[@LantonSL]

I got the pro 2 and I love them, I am a person who cannot stand earbuds or anything that have to put in my ears 😅

[@KimberlyNashville]

Thank you so much! Got the Open move for Christmas. Excited to try

[@jma5255]

I love your content man. Thanks for the reviews!!! Stay honest!!

[@danialikhsan6569]

damn that is one good review videos,, you got one more subscriber dude!

[@MBAK7]

I bought Open Run Pro 2 (Orange) as my one and only headphones for work/daily commute/workout. I only listen to podcasts & audiobooks, so to me the sound quality is good enough. So far it's more comfortable than the Openfit as I wear glasses (I tried the samples for all models). As for the mic its actually not that bad for open ear headphones, I'm really impressed that they don't pick up too much background noises during calls. Happy with my purchase so far to replace my Airpods pro Gen 1.😄

[@1stKingDave]

I like the creative style of your video!

[@thereefaholic]

First off, great video very informative. However, I think many people are misunderstanding the purpose of bone conducting devices like peas. These types of devices have been in use for two decades now for two way radio use. Enforcement, special, ops teams, etc. The purpose of the open ear design is to not desensitize one of your primary senses while listening or communicating. You can still hear the world around you. Back in the day, the sound quality was not high fidelity, but you could be at a rock concert and hear words clearly in your head while someone was talking to you over a two-way radio. People who run jog or walk in the city are putting themselves at a security disadvantage when wearing over the ear headphones or earbuds that block off their ability to hear oncoming threats. Now that they’ve gotten better as far as Fidelity goes, devices like these allow you to enjoy music and not desensitize yourself to the threats around you. There would be no purpose to having only one year using the device at a time because both ears are capable of hearing the world around you. You hit mute on your phone mute on your music and you can have a conversation with the person. Someone comes up behind you and says hey Bob, you can hear them. If you want high, Fidelity, get a good set up over the ear headphones.

[@jerome5969]

Useful when you are a parent working from home and having kids and you will be able to check them safe.

[@CB19087]

Some races only allow bone Conduction headphones

[@Benzal82]

Maybe different in the states but here in the UK we have the shokz in USB-C. Just bought the openruns

[@Lynderella]

Cool Vid! I love how you played sad music during the CON's, hilarious and awesome! Right now, Costco has a promotion on the OpenRun SE; however, I cannot seem to find the difference between the OpenRun and the OpenRun SE that Costco is offering. Is the "SE" just because it's sold at Costco or is there an actual difference?

[@teenaM209]

Are u on BART? I know first hand how loud it can get and I’m impressed by how clearly I can hear u. I would love to hear ur recommendations on close ear buds.

[@mashood86]

Thanks a lot Very good Which camera and mic are you using for recording ?

[@CharlieBrown1201]

What kind of backpack is that?

[@timeverson3440]

Thanks for making this video. It has been helpful. One question: I am trying to decide between the OpenRun Pro and the OpenRun Pro 2. I am concerned that the bone conduction and air conduction technologies -- with improved bass sound -- in the Open Run Pro 2 will reduce ambient noise sound. I want to hear ambient noise sound such as approaching vehicles (especially coming from behind) for safety reasons. What has your experience been between these two models for hearing ambient noise? Thanks again for making this (and your other) videos about Shokz headphones!

[@JustAFatGuyInTX]

Haven't had the original openrun model but I did have the Openrun Pro 2 and the Openswim Pro. The Openrun Pro 2 will sound better and have usb-c charging. However one issue is that the USB-C charging cover is the only thing keeping it's IP55 water resistance. If it falls off then it's game over. (And it felt to me like my unit was already loose) The Openswim Pro have the better water resistance, and it isn't with any covers or plugs. The unit itself is fully IP68 water resistant. Now the issues with this is that they use the magnetic charging cable only meant for Shokz products. So if you lose that, you're SOL until you buy another one.

[@merendell]

wish they had a bone conduction in the earbud form factor. I have an open run pro (and an older open run) and I love it because I can just leave them on even when I have to stick in hearing protection (I sometimes work around loud stuff) The main downside is that loop around the back as its hard to wear them the normal way while leaning back or laying down.

[@kazeolkatt]

You didn't show the microphone quality of the OpenRun Pro & OpenRun Pro 2 on the subway. I was waiting to see/hear that part

[@andrew.nicholson]

Same

[@Aesthetic_Al]

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[@Aesthetic_Al]

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[@Banjmedina]

i'm using the shokz open run.. i onl;y have one major complain, if i'm using it with my Macbook pro, and suddenly switched to my iphone, it doesn't work.. i need to disconnect the connection to my Macbook before my iphone can connect to my shokz.. and that's a bummer🙄 i have cheaper one from amazon, but can connect seamlessly to both my computer and iphone at the same time, and i don't need to disconnect one of my device..

[@愤怒的公猪]

love your shokz review, thx😁

[@Aesthetic_Al]

More to come!

[@WyattLite-n-inn]

I hate gym music so I just use the open runs with one of those 3m cheap noise blocking non electrical phones over them..great video

[@mohrengineering]

The music during the “cons” made me laugh out loud 🤣 Great video!

[@joshp1486]

I know they aren't designed to deliver rich bass but out of the bone conductors which one had the best bass?

[@notanotherusername]

Forgive me if I completely missed it, but what is the difference between the open run pro and open run pro 2?

[@myksibayan888]

Which of these has the best mic quality? I’m looking to use this mainly for remote work (teams/zoom calls). And how does it compare to the AirPods Pro 2 in terms of mic quality only? Thanks in advance. New subscriber by the way! Loved your editing style. :)

[@sandinopaulino2455]

Up! Same question here. Also, do you use any of them a whole day for working?

[@duprie37]

There's another model not shown here: OpenComm 2 which is like the OpenRun but has a boom mic like a call centre headset. I use it it for my WFH call centre job and it's really great, excellent sound quality and totally comfortable even after an 8 hour shift.

[@thisnameistaken]

The Openfit are the LEAST recommended!?

[@AltangerelZerar]

Can you provide the link for the seller of that kislux bag?Thanks,I have no qualms about buying kislux .

[@raywetmore6070]

Thanks! I just bought a pair of Open Move on sale for $50 for Christmas. I am kinda disappointed in the fit as they feel like a cheap set of headphones in that I can hear the music when I'm not wearing them. Maybe I'm doing some wrong?

[@kevinbonilla1196]

I don't swim, but there is a black Friday deal coming up. You could either buy the open fit or the openswim pro and they give you a pair of Openrun for free. Would you buy the Open run pro 2 in case they cost 150 on holidays, or would you take any of those 2 options only to take advantage of this promo? If so, which ones would you pick?

[@Aesthetic_Al]

I saw that promo in my inbox this morning haha. I would personally go with OpenRun Pro 2. I would only go with the BOGO if I knew someone that would want one and would 50/50 with. The OpenSwim Pro and the OpenRun both have the more noticeable bone conduction. More vibrations that I am not a fan of and the native charger. hope this helps (btw I wouldn't be surprised if the openrun got a small update before end of year) to match the entire line.

[@kevinbonilla1196]

Thank you for replying. In the case you decide to take the bogo promo, which of the two headphones would you choose?

[@MelanieChrissy]

Where is This deal

[@Aesthetic_Al]

@@MelanieChrissy Shokz website. Black Friday “preview Bogo offer”

[@notanotherusername]

What's the difference between the open run pro 2 mini and... Is mini just part of the name now? Or is there a bigger size

[@coopaxchris]

Are the openrun pro and openswim pro the same except one is just water proof? Or are there other quality differences as well. Thank you

[@paploo23]

same question here :) i guess the battery is not as big on the openswim pro because of the storage for music

[@mikealex1709]

I believe openswim pro does not have mic for waterproofing

[@nayelipena3855]

Yoga workouts, are the bone conduction headphones good for moving, head down, etc.? I also have hearing problems. Thank you for making these videos!

[@saunaowl]

Love my operun pro for the past year and a half, still debating if I should upgrade to the 2s. Also with the proprietary charger I bought a small adapter that fits on a USB C and keep it in the case so I can just use any USB C cable to charger it when I need to. Great vid.

[@Aesthetic_Al]

I appreciate you!! That adapter hack is a smart move btw. Maybe worth upgrading if we get a good deal this Black Friday/ Cyber Monday 🤠

[@tambolin92]

Which ones are the best fit with glasses??

[@dyvel]

Cover the pros and the cons? So, the openrun Pro, the openrun Con, etc?

[@a.e.1116]

Do you know what happened to jaybird headphones?? Mine broke and miss them so much

[@outsidewithquad8123]

So whats the best ones for running & cycling?

[@kb9liq]

Wonder if the return rate is why you can not get best buys extended coverage on these any more

[@bazdin]

I just bought a pair of the openrun pro 2 at best buy and got the the warranty

[@timothytorres491]

I just bought some openrun pro 2s thinking it would help with hearing damage but I find myself having to turn the volume all the way up which would cause more hearing damage than other earphones. 😔 Maybe my expectations for these are too high but if we're talking sound the openfit I think would win in every category, volume, clarity, bass, hearing in a louder environment (every case while running). I'm hoping maybe I got a faulty pair because I really want to like the the openruns

[@bazdin]

Did you download their software? It has settings (may need to update firmware) but you can do the classic mode which is more bone conduction.

[@CSNCSNCSN]

AVOID the ones with big vents around the driver, if you'll ever sweat or be in the rain. Unfortunately that includes Shokz' highest-end model which gets water-logged easily. Look for higher IP rating! My lower end ones can go right in the shower no problem.

[@OldFashioned751]

Great review and a practical, honest review 👌

[@Aesthetic_Al]

I try.. Thanks you 🙏

[@Gaetan.N]

Hello ! thank you very informative and entertaining. what about the openrun vs the openrun pro (1) ? these are about 20$ difference here only nowadays, I am mostly working out in the gym , or doing kickboxing, and occasionnally run outside. what would you advise me to get between the regular openrun, or the openrun pro 1 (not the 2) ? thank you

[@TheNerdPretty]

Thank you!

[@CoralStars]

Mostly get shokz cause I wear hearing aids so the bone conductors are real handy

[@ravenclawrm6992]

I have the open move and open run and I will not go back the only ear cover I still have is my Xbox headphones

[@BoraHorzaGobuchul]

It must be also said openrun2 is way better in sound quality vs the first iteration. Its mic quality is also much better. For office calls, I got Opencomm2, while its sounds quality is not as good as openrun2, its dedicated swing mic is even better.

[@grzesiekk]

I'm looking for headphones which I'll be using also on the treadmill running. Does any open (e.g. Shokz OpenFit) will fit or should I focus on something esle? What you recommend?

[@lremo002]

Love your content. Keep it up.

[@Stevencablr]

The product I picked from HK in one of the store at Decathlon. 3 Months the product stopped working. It won't disconnect from the phone or Mac even after it's inside the charging box. The product is so bad that even though you manually disconnect its still goes and connect to the last known device. The battery drys off ... and left ear bud won't charge and right ear gets charged because some contact issue with magnetic. The product is failure ... and they sell at 60 // 70 or 80% discount. This company uses all 3rd grade chip and usb software made by some cheap company. Please avoid... and save your money.

[@sir.sousieur7901]

How do the openrun pro vary from the openswim pro?

[@nunthamontjunsirisakul5992]

good review I love it

[@DeanCoffeeBean]

Super helpful thanks

[@geoffspence4997]

Has anyone used any of these while laying down? Looking for a disabled friend that's bed ridden. They have issues with ear infections with regular head sets.

[@isita2009]

I go to bed every day w my Open run Pro and I use to accomodate the band upward and works excellent. Tomorrow will order the Pro2 and I will ask if the band is shorter as the blue device. Excellent video!

[@charlesgarrott6735]

What is the SE version? Sold at Costco

[@dperreno]

7:38 Shows woman with OpenRun Pros IN HER EAR instead of against her skin in front of her ear! (though they actually sound kinda good that way too!) I have the OpenRuns and I've bought additional ones for my wife and daughter as well since they kept on borrowing mine (can usually find them for around $90 on sale). I use mine when bike riding in the country as I can still hear approaching traffic (I have a radar tail light also). However, I'm thinking of getting the Pros to see if they can overcome the wind noise a little better. And no, I don't use them when riding in the city.

[@merendell]

They kinda can if you turn them all the way up but not well. they dont do jack for trafic noise next to you. I've found the best compromise is sticking in one earplug. you can hear whatever your listening to clearly in that ear and everything else in the other.

[@dperreno]

@@merendell Yeah, that definitely works, except I have a hard time keeping ear buds in my ears. I have a pair of Sony earbuds that are on a leash, but they keep falling out (and yes, I've tried all of the sizes of rubber tips.)

[@kamikazejs950]

​@merendell I do this too while cycling... I wear an earplug in my left ear to protect my hearing from wind and traffic noise and let me hear better. Right ear is left open for awareness. I sometimes swap to dry out my ear.

[@royluk900]

Any experience with Opencomm 2? As I want to use this for daily Zoom call (WFH), guess sometimes in business centre. Just trying to compare this with openrun pro 2 which is 2+ technology generation advance over Opencomm2. Not sure how good is the voice quality on Openrun pro2?

[@myksibayan888]

This is what I wanted to know also! I’m comparing it with airpods pro 2 in terms of mic quality. 😊

[@duprie37]

Yea I have OpenComm 2, use them for my wfh job. They're excellent, great sound quality, very clear audio.

[@BoxOfChocs]

Subscribing just because of the editing of this video.

[@DaDa-ei1zz]

Great 💪 But I still don‘t know if fit pro or open run pro 2. I want to use them for running and cycling.

[@Aesthetic_Al]

OPENRUN PRO 2... I have zero doubts. thanks for the support fam 🙏

[@MelanieChrissy]

I have the same sinds eardbuds just attract me much more than the whole system behind my head and i have also small head

[@roxannsnowden615]

​@@MelanieChrissyopen run comes in a mini size too! (Not sure about the open run 2)

[@oscarflix]

Great review

[@WitchLuw]

Open run pro 2, is it good gaming

[@WitchLuw]

At bestbuy the music was so good

[@CheeHanFoo]

I am struggling ..which is the best for cycling

[@jacklauren9359]

Open run.

[@RealtorHK]

NONE!I bought 2 one for a family member and me in Hong Kong. Both broke off in exactly the same area just off the part that goes over the ear. Within the warranty period but Shokz did not honor the warranty. The serial no is imprinted on the earplug and I offered to mail it in to them but they want you to read it and it is so so so so tiny ! The customer service was not good and I am miffed as both broke off in exactly the same place, They tried to offer me a 10% discount on new pair but I will not invest again as they did not stand behind their product.

[@TK-zb6jx]

Same place? That's a bit strange, I total I owned 3 pairs, Aeropex, OpenRun and Openrunpro and never had any problems with with but the opposite, when one side of my OpenRun pro sounded muffy after half a year, I just returned and got a new one but well, experiences and services might differ from country to country, I live in Tokyo so I bought mine here Planning to buy the Openrunpro 2 soon

[@TK-zb6jx]

Also, they don't have the serial number only on them, you can find it in the outside of the package box or in a paper slip with the manuals, mine was a bit blurred due to use so I just took it from the manual when I sent it back

[@WuInTheWild]

They've replaced my OpenRuns about three times so I have had good experiences with the warranty and product, but they have certain durability issues

[@CSNCSNCSN]

I am famously hard on things and I don't even know how you could do this. Maybe this was a much older model?! I had an older model and one of the buttons ultimately broke. Newer ones have soldiered through all kinds of abuse.

[@memycellsandi]

Maybe you bought a defective batch? I dropped mine, stopped on it, showered with it, washed it in hot or cold water, I fell asleep with it and took it with me everywhere. It's working perfectly fine (OpenRun Pro).

[@BCjr35]

The background sound/music is too loud

[@GGGrapefruit]

Goddamnit, I watched the whole (terrific) video but actually only came here for the swimming feature.

[@donaldotsig6818]

We cant return electronics at best buy in canada

[@Aesthetic_Al]

This I didn't know. Not even with a restocking fee? All sales are final?

[@donaldotsig6818]

@ nope

[@Mdogbrown]

Since the open run pros don’t have that outside touch, is it possible to sleep on your side with them on? I’m thinking white noise while I sleep in the tent. I tried them in store, and I can fit in the minis, so no big space in the back.

[@Aesthetic_Al]

I see what you mean 🤔. You could try but the head loop plus if you sleep on your side it would personally disrupt me. but im a light sleeper. If you did maybe the mini would be better to get a more snugged fit.

[@adamluthfie7]

im gonna be blunt. the most valuable time using Shokz is during swimming. 100% better than any audio device available. on land, Earbud still offer best quality

[@AlexMilla-ys1pv]

Now there is a SE version in Costco

[@billblencoe964]

Nice Video..

[@SWED904]

Im thinking .... the most expensive is going to be the best one.

[@DeL2022]

Time to review close ear headphones

[@Aesthetic_Al]

Say less!! was waiting on the Apples announcement last month to see if anything new with the AirPods Max. Should have the video done soon

[@ziggystardog]

Dude at those levels you’re going to destroy your hearing if you haven’t already. Over 60 and use levels half to a third of what you use.

[@j0ker808]

I’ve lost every set of in ear headphones…

[@mataha1984]

impressive

[@God-dt7om]

the swimming shokz are a complete waste of money, it's impossible to easily upload audiobook and music on them.

[@richardterry.]

But they’re great for use in the shower.