Shokz OpenRun Pro 2
Premium bone conduction headphones designed for runners and cyclists who need situational awareness. The open-ear design sits on your cheekbones, leaving your ear canals completely open to hear traffic, conversations, and surroundings. Shokz's 9th-gen bone conduction technology delivers improved bass and clarity over previous models. IP55 water and sweat resistance handles any workout, and the 10-hour battery with quick charge (5 minutes for 1.5 hours) keeps you going on long runs.
Read on Celmin Magazine →Pros
- + Open-ear safety
- + Comfortable for long runs
- + IP55 water resistant
- + 10-hour battery
- + Quick charge
Cons
- - Bass is limited
- - Sound leaks at high volume
- - Not for audiophiles
Key Specs
- Dimensions
- 13.0 x 10.5 x 5.5 cm
- Weight
- 29g
- Type
- Bone Conduction
- Battery Life
- 10 hours
- Weight
- 29g
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
- Water Resistance
- IP55
Our Verdict
The best bone conduction headphones you can buy. Perfect for runners and cyclists who need situational awareness without sacrificing too much audio quality.
Best For
Runners, cyclists, and outdoor athletes who need to hear their surroundings while listening to music or podcasts.
How It Compares
| Spec | Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 | Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | C$245 | C$340 | C$340 |
| Type | Bone Conduction | — | — |
| Battery Life | 10 hours | 6h (30h with case) | 7h (30h with case) |
| Weight | 29g | 5.3g per bud | 5.4g per bud |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | — | IP57 |
| Driver | — | Custom Apple | Dual (planar + dynamic) |
| Codec | — | AAC | — |
| ANC | — | Yes, adaptive | Yes, adaptive |
