The mic seems much better than the 8th gen product; the audio is definitely better than the 7th gen. But the audio is not quite as good as the 8th gen; I find it more garbled on podcasts (yes, I've tried the app to adjust equalization) and sometimes I get "bouncing" (despite having the larger size). Overall, I'd say it's a great in-between product, but fore pure audio, maybe not as great as the 8th gen.

I would give it 5 stars but these are the first ear buds I have used for running, so I do not have anything to compare them to. But with that being said, I have heard from other people about people using the AirPods and similar devices and that they lose them while they are out in a run. You cannot lose the OpenRun Pros, and I do not even know that I am wearing them. I like the fact that I can hear things around me while I am running, which is a big safety concern for me. Thank you, SCHOKZ!

Overall Aftershokz are a great buy! I have had several pair through the years. Each pair lasting about 2 years and I couldn't be happier. I use them for hands free at work, while I workout/run and doing random activities around the house to listen to podcast or music.

The only issue i have with these headphones is that i wish there was a way to adjust the length of them. If I am wearing anything that has a collar the back of the device hits the collar and is very annoying. having it snug up against the back of my neck/head would make these a much better experience when wearing coats etc. if your only wearing a tee shirt they are perfect.

I purchased the regular open run pro over a year ago and was very impressed with the comfort, battery life and sound, which are all excellent. I also have the open fit buds, which are awesome and have tried the mini open run that I returned because I was disappointed with basically everything. However, the mini open run pro are now my go-to headphones. It's nice that they are sleeker and have all the same excellent qualities of the regular open run pro

Friend told me about Shokz. He puts in security systems and needs his hands free to work. My ear buds were constantly falling out or getting loose. I’d finally had enough so I googled Shokz and visited him to see how they worked and fit. Ordered a set and now I only take them off to sleep or charge them. Never worry about your ear piece falling out or not being able to hear someone talking to you because your ear buds are in. Shokz were a no brainer for me ! Try them, you won’t be disappointed I promise.

This is my second pair of Shokz. I loved my last pair, but the old design had a silicone pad that fell off and could not be replaced. (They still work, btw, and are my backup pair). I purchased the OpenRun Pro in Blue. I have no complaints! I do hope, however, that in future they will consider making a purple pair.

This is my second pair is shocks, my first pair are still working great after 3 years! .wanted a pair for work and home. Highly recommend. Even my 3 year old pair will last a 10 hour shift on a full charge. In ear headphones hurt my ears and over ear headphones not viable at work these are perfect and have great sound . Give them a shot you won’t be disappointed!

I tried apple’s first generation AirPod and AirPod pro 2 for running and none of those stayed on my ears while running. I just tried these and they were amazing. I had no issues with this moving around or falling off my ears. They were perfect for running. Every earpiece that I have tried did not stayed on for my oddly shaped ears. This is the perfect solution for those with oddly shaped or uneven ears.

Spend the money! Buy the product! Shokz will change your life! But seriously, they're fantastic and worth every penny. I do everything in them, from working to exercising. I even fall asleep in them from time to time with no issue, although this is probably not recommended by the manufacturer.