Shokz OpenRun Pro review: Should you buy it?

Shokz OpenRun Pro review: Should you buy it?

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While $179 is pricey, the Shokz OpenRun Pro are a great pair of daily-use headphones for runners, climbers, and anyone else, really.

Resting at the top of Shokz’ product line, these really are some excellent bone conduction headphones for working out. Although I love these headphones, the app’s limited functionality isn’t a selling point. Instead, it could make more sense to purchase the Shokz OpenRun ($129 at Amazon) and save about $50. Sure, the “Pro” headphones deliver modestly better bass and battery life than the Open Run, but the OpenRun are more durable. You even get multipoint connectivity with either headset, making them equally good for work.

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To really save a buck while still getting a reliable pair of bone conduction headphones, check out our Shokz OpenMove review. You get the same IP55 rating, design, and Bluetooth specs, but this package includes USB-C charging and costs $79 at Amazon. The headphones are 2g heavier than the OpenRun Pro, though.

Finally, if you want a more traditional fit, look at the Sony LinkBuds ($178 at Amazon). These donut-shaped earbuds also keep you alert and have a more compact form factor than bone conduction alternatives. You get an IPX4 rating for the buds and a mobile app that works on iOS and Android.

No matter which pair of earbuds or headphones you go with, you’ll invest in a great running headset that promotes safety.

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