I'm a multiple-version Shokz owner. Love the brand and the earphones. I have a new pair of Open Run Pros. All of the features and performance seem to be there for this version, but there are two spots where this model seems to lack the performance of past models. The two-mode EQ does not make the same difference when worn in airplanes or used in noisy environments. Older models of Shokz had 3-mode EQ to assist in delivering the bone-conducting sound. Second, the overall volume in this most recent version appears to be less capable. Recommend back to 3 or more EQ modes and increased volume. All that to be said, best open-ear product on the market.

For safely I've never run with ear buds. I used a vest and just played music on the phone. When I moved from WA state to Phoenix, I soon realized just how much heat that phone on my chest added to the already 90+ degree summer mornings. So I invested in an upgraded running watch that stores music and my Shokz. I absolutely love them!! I can still hear the birds chirping and the cars and talk to other runners and my music sounds perfect! It's almost weird how clearly I can hear both. I love how free it feels and even more important in this climate how much cooler I am without having my phone. Love Shokz will never go back!

I'm amazed by the sound quality of these headphones. Also, changing the sound from normal to vocal makes it much easier to understand podcasts while I'm on my bike. The headphone is very comfortable and fits easily under my bike helmet and doesn't interfere with my sunglasses. My only small quibble is that it's been a little harder than I'd like to change the volume on the headphones rather than on my phone.

Very happy with the open run pro. I still have an older version of these but loved the thought of having a tighter fit around my neck. when running long, everything starts to bug me and the extra weight of the large loop around the neck was one that I didn't look forward to on the previous models. My only complaint is that the charger cable is proprietary. I everything else I have charges with one cable and now I need to add a second cable to the car / house / run bag etc.

This is my second pair of shoks so I knew I’d love them. My first pair were the first prototype…they look different and a piece fell off and now they don’t turn on…but I had them about 8-9 years so I’m ok with that! lol. I bought this pair for my 11 yo son to wear on the bus to listen to music and for wireless headphones for his school computer. He likes them! His EarPods don’t fit in his ears and they kept falling out. The AirPod max are just too heavy and expensive to trust him going to school with. The Shoks are perfect! Lightweight, stay on and great price. I bought the refurbished ones and they’re perfect! Definitely recommend these 100%.

After reading up on the various models, I sprung for this high end model as it stated it was 20% smaller for a better fit. The neck band is exactly the same size as my old pair and thus too long. The sound is far superior to my old pair and I love the easy charger.

Over the past 4 years I’ve worn a pair of AfterShokz and now Shokz almost every day either all day at work or at the gym or both and these are the best bone conducting headphones around by far. The BEST! They’re so comfortable I forget they are on and the sound quality is amazing. At work I keep them connected to my personal phone and work phone and the transition between the two is seem less. I am a lifelong believer in these headphones.

This is a great upgrade to my last pair of (After)Shocks that lasted me 3 years. The mini is a great fit with good sound quality. I forget that I am wearing them all the time. If I wear them at work someone can still easily get my attention. They stay put running and I can hear what's going on around me. The button works well but isn't so easy to press that they start playing in my bag.

First off I was skeptical of buying. I’ve never had bone conduction headphones so I was leary of sound and if they would cause headaches. Finally pulled the trigger for black Friday and glad I did. The sound is amazing. The comfort is almost like your wearing nothing. Lightweight and they stay in place. Lastly, I can go the 9 hours on battery. In fact I’m on 8 hours and haven’t gotten a low battery warning yet. Love everything this far about them.

I love how they fit, I love taking calls on them, I love that they are low profile and I don’t have to take them in and out of my ears like I do with AirPods. However, they are just not loud enough. I can't toss them on in the car and listen to a podcast, or take a call in the car with them. I need the volume to increase 5x. Otherwise, lovely product.