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Scotsman
25-06-2025
- Scotsman
Shokz OpenFit 2+ review – open-ear wireless earbuds with serious sound
The new Shokz OpenFit 2 series is pricey, but offer some of the best sound of any over-ear buds | Shockz This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. If you hate in-ear buds but love your music, Shokz's new OpenFit 2+ earbuds deliver serious sound and comfort without compromise. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... If you're like me and you're not keen on conventional earbuds that have to stick in your ears, these might be your new favourite bit of tech. They're a new launch by Shokz, part of the OpenFit series, and they're some of the best open-ear earbuds I've tested. Open-ear buds often come with hooks that sit comfortably over your earlobe, letting the main part of the unit rest just in front of your ear, rather than in it. That's better for staying aware of things going on around you, and a more secure, more comfortable fit. There are plenty of options if this is how you prefer to wear a set of headphones, but these new OpenFit 2 buds have really caught me by surprise. Shokz is a brand I've been aware of for a while, they have some superb bone conduction headphones for sports use, but this is the first pair of open-ear buds I've tested. They've very light, fit securely, and have plenty of features | Shockz Cards on the table, they're not cheap. At around £169, they're not quite in the territory of a pair of Beats Powerbeats Pros, but they're more expensive than all of the Anker Soundcore range. They do bring a lot to the party though. Shokz has kitted them out with their latest DualBoost technology, which uses two speakers in each bud to deepen the bass and crispen out the high notes. A pay-off of using over-ear buds can be a loss of detail and depth from the sound, but this really does seem to sharpen things up. They feel powerful from the outset, losing a bit of definition with the volume right up, as can be expected, but the distortion can be tamed somewhat in the accompanying app. There's an 11-hour battery life for the buds, and the charging case is good for 48 hours, and they feel well made without having any unreasonable weight. They honestly are just about the most comfortable wireless ear buds I've ever used. Air conduction earphones tend to leak a lot of sound - the AirFit 2 series keeps it in check nicely | Shockz There's a physical button and a touch-sensitive button on each bud, and these can be programmed in the app, and the charging case is nice and light - easy to slip in a pocket. There are two models in the OpenFit 2 series, the standard OpenFit 2 at £169, and the OpenFit 2+ at £179. The latter adds the option of Dolby Audio, which is a nice touch if you listen to TV through them, or you like a bit of gaming. It does no favours to music tracks, but I'd say it's only worth the extra tenner if you're going to watch content on a Dolby-enabled device. Having said that, the extra £10 also gets you wireless charging capability on the case, and that's well worth doing. Spending £10 extra on top of your £169 investment just for wireless charging in the OpenFit 2+ is a bit of a no-brainer, the Dolby Audio is just a bonus after that. For me, the OpenFit 2+ earphones are something of a game changer. I've lived with air conduction buds like these before, and the limitations in sound quality just wasn't worth the pay-off for more comfortable kit. These, however, bring sound quality that strictly shouldn't be possible through air conduction, and a host of clever features thrown in as part of the package.
Scotsman
25-06-2025
- Scotsman
Shokz OpenFit 2+ review – open-ear wireless earbuds with serious sound
The new Shokz OpenFit 2 series is pricey, but offer some of the best sound of any over-ear buds | Shockz This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. If you hate in-ear buds but love your music, Shokz's new OpenFit 2+ earbuds deliver serious sound and comfort without compromise. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... If you're like me and you're not keen on conventional earbuds that have to stick in your ears, these might be your new favourite bit of tech. They're a new launch by Shokz, part of the OpenFit series, and they're some of the best open-ear earbuds I've tested. Open-ear buds often come with hooks that sit comfortably over your earlobe, letting the main part of the unit rest just in front of your ear, rather than in it. That's better for staying aware of things going on around you, and a more secure, more comfortable fit. There are plenty of options if this is how you prefer to wear a set of headphones, but these new OpenFit 2 buds have really caught me by surprise. Shokz is a brand I've been aware of for a while, they have some superb bone conduction headphones for sports use, but this is the first pair of open-ear buds I've tested. They've very light, fit securely, and have plenty of features | Shockz Cards on the table, they're not cheap. At around £169, they're not quite in the territory of a pair of Beats Powerbeats Pros, but they're more expensive than all of the Anker Soundcore range. They do bring a lot to the party though. Shokz has kitted them out with their latest DualBoost technology, which uses two speakers in each bud to deepen the bass and crispen out the high notes. A pay-off of using over-ear buds can be a loss of detail and depth from the sound, but this really does seem to sharpen things up. They feel powerful from the outset, losing a bit of definition with the volume right up, as can be expected, but the distortion can be tamed somewhat in the accompanying app. There's an 11-hour battery life for the buds, and the charging case is good for 48 hours, and they feel well made without having any unreasonable weight. They honestly are just about the most comfortable wireless ear buds I've ever used. Air conduction earphones tend to leak a lot of sound - the AirFit 2 series keeps it in check nicely | Shockz There's a physical button and a touch-sensitive button on each bud, and these can be programmed in the app, and the charging case is nice and light - easy to slip in a pocket. There are two models in the OpenFit 2 series, the standard OpenFit 2 at £169, and the OpenFit 2+ at £179. The latter adds the option of Dolby Audio, which is a nice touch if you listen to TV through them, or you like a bit of gaming. It does no favours to music tracks, but I'd say it's only worth the extra tenner if you're going to watch content on a Dolby-enabled device. Having said that, the extra £10 also gets you wireless charging capability on the case, and that's well worth doing. Spending £10 extra on top of your £169 investment just for wireless charging in the OpenFit 2+ is a bit of a no-brainer, the Dolby Audio is just a bonus after that. For me, the OpenFit 2+ earphones are something of a game changer. I've lived with air conduction buds like these before, and the limitations in sound quality just wasn't worth the pay-off for more comfortable kit. These, however, bring sound quality that strictly shouldn't be possible through air conduction, and a host of clever features thrown in as part of the package. They're basically an absolute triumph, and an obvious option for anyone looking to move away from in-ear buds and into something more comfortable and secure.
Scotsman
25-06-2025
- Scotsman
Shockz OpenFit 2+ review – open-ear wireless earbuds with serious sound
The new Shockz OpenFit 2 series is pricey, but offer some of the best sound of any over-ear buds | Shockz This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. If you hate in-ear buds but love your music, Shockz's new OpenFit 2+ earbuds deliver serious sound and comfort without compromise. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... If you're like me and you're not keen on conventional earbuds that have to stick in your ears, these might be your new favourite bit of tech. They're a new launch by Shockz, part of the OpenFit series, and they're some of the best open-ear earbuds I've tested. Open-ear buds often come with hooks that sit comfortably over your earlobe, letting the main part of the unit rest just in front of your ear, rather than in it. That's better for staying aware of things going on around you, and a more secure, more comfortable fit. There are plenty of options if this is how you prefer to wear a set of headphones, but these new OpenFit 2 buds have really caught me by surprise. Shockz is a brand I've been aware of for a while, they have some superb bone conduction headphones for sports use, but this is the first pair of open-ear buds I've tested. They've very light, fit securely, and have plenty of features | Shockz Cards on the table, they're not cheap. At around £169, they're not quite in the territory of a pair of Beats Powerbeats Pros, but they're more expensive than all of the Anker Soundcore range. They do bring a lot to the party though. Shockz has kitted them out with their latest DualBoost technology, which uses two speakers in each bud to deepen the bass and crispen out the high notes. A pay-off of using over-ear buds can be a loss of detail and depth from the sound, but this really does seem to sharpen things up. They feel powerful from the outset, losing a bit of definition with the volume right up, as can be expected, but the distortion can be tamed somewhat in the accompanying app. There's an 11-hour battery life for the buds, and the charging case is good for 48 hours, and they feel well made without having any unreasonable weight. They honestly are just about the most comfortable wireless ear buds I've ever used. Air conduction earphones tend to leak a lot of sound - the AirFit 2 series keeps it in check nicely | Shockz There's a physical button and a touch-sensitive button on each bud, and these can be programmed in the app, and the charging case is nice and light - easy to slip in a pocket. There are two models in the OpenFit 2 series, the standard OpenFit 2 at £169, and the OpenFit 2+ at £179. The latter adds the option of Dolby Audio, which is a nice touch if you listen to TV through them, or you like a bit of gaming. It does no favours to music tracks, but I'd say it's only worth the extra tenner if you're going to watch content on a Dolby-enabled device. Having said that, the extra £10 also gets you wireless charging capability on the case, and that's well worth doing. Spending £10 extra on top of your £169 investment just for wireless charging in the OpenFit 2+ is a bit of a no-brainer, the Dolby Audio is just a bonus after that. For me, the OpenFit 2+ earphones are something of a game changer. I've lived with air conduction buds like these before, and the limitations in sound quality just wasn't worth the pay-off for more comfortable kit. These, however, bring sound quality that strictly shouldn't be possible through air conduction, and a host of clever features thrown in as part of the package.
The Irish Sun
16-06-2025
- The Irish Sun
Avoid danger & stay aware of surroundings while listening to music with smart design of Shokz OpenFit 2 wireless earbuds
EARBUDS are a great addition when commuting, going for a walk, a run, cycling or when you're working out in the gym. But if you are insert one into your ear canal and then venture onto the streets, you run the risk of not hearing the traffic around you. 2 Shokz OpenFit 2 earbuds feature clever open-ear tech. Credit: Shokz Electronics brand Shokz has just launched its new OpenFit 2 wireless earbuds that feature clever open-ear tech. And unlike traditional earbuds that isolate you from the environment around you, OpenFit's open-ear design allows you to stay in tune with the world around you while enjoying your music or listening to a podcast. They feature flexible ear hooks made from special ultra-soft silicone, and it provides a cushioning effect that gently hugs your ears. Their secure fit keeps the earbuds in place, but as they are not inserted fully into your ears, they don't suffer from heat build-up or sweat, making them perfect for prolonged wear. Read more in Tech And as your ear canal remains open you have full situational awareness while still enjoying your favourite music and calls. The OpenFit 2 uses Shokz DualBoost tech that delivers superior sound quality and houses nickel-titanium alloy two independent drivers. One driver processes low frequency and the other delivers high-frequency sounds. So unlike other earbuds that only have one driver that delivers the full frequency range, the Shokz DualBoost provides rich, crystal-clear sound, much like a proper set of speakers. Most read in The Irish Sun But that's not all, the OpenFit 2 also uses Shokz OpenBass 2.0 algorithm to deliver powerful and deep bass tones while still maintaining clarity in the higher frequency ranges. Another brilliant addition to the OpenFit 2 is physical buttons, so with a simple press, you can easily adjust the volume, skip tracks, answer calls, and manage a variety of other functions. BATTERY LIFE You get up to 11 hours of battery life with a single charge and up to 48 hours of total listening time with the charging case. It's very simple to charge, just connect the USB-C lead that comes in the box into a compatible charger, and you are all set. And a quick 10-minute charge delivers two hour of listening time. The new Shokz OpenFit 2 headphones are available from 2 A 10-minute charge delivers two hour of listening time. Credit: Shokz
Scottish Sun
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Win a pair of Shokz earbuds, worth £169, in this week's Fabulous competition
HEAR THIS! Win a pair of Shokz earbuds, worth £169, in this week's Fabulous competition Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WE sometimes need a little extra push to get down to the gym or out on a run. Thankfully, Shokz's new OpenFit 2 wireless earbuds are super-stylish, ultra-lightweight and even sweat-proof so you can wear them from park to train to desk (and back). Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Three Fabulous readers can each win a pair of Shokz earbuds in this week's competition We've teamed up with Shokz to give you the chance to win one of three pairs of Shokz OpenFit 2 in beige - worth £169. Powered by Shokz's DualBoost Technology, you'll enjoy deep, resonant bass and a high-frequency driver for crisp mids and highs. Plus, physical buttons and touch controls make it super-easy to change the volume, skip tracks and answer calls. You'll get 11 hours of listening on a single charge and a 48-hour run-time with the charging case, too. Forgotten to charge them? A 10-minute quick charge will give a two-hour boost of listening time. There really is zero excuse for skipping that workout now (sorry)! Three Fabulous readers can each win a pair of Shokz earbuds in this week's competition. Enter using the form below by 11:59pm on June 28, 2025. For full terms and conditions, click here.
