# Shokz OpenRun: specs and price

**Price (US):** $129.95 (Current US list price from shokz.com), as of 2026-06-26. Among the 14 bone conduction headphones we track it is #4 cheapest of 14; category median $150.
**Brand:** Shokz
**Released:** 2021
**Deskmark:** Bronze Deskmark — pay-blind category standing 65/100, #8 of 14 in class (independent, computed from sourced data, never for sale).
**Price tracked since:** June 2026

## Specifications

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Price (US) | $129.95 |
| Brand | Shokz |
| Released | 2021 |
| Transducer type | bone conduction (PremiumPitch 2.0+, 8th gen) |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
| Battery life hours | 8 |
| Charging time hours | 1.5 |
| IP rating | IP67 |
| Weight grams | 26 |
| Frequency response (Hz) | 20-20000 |
| Onboard storage (GB) | — |
| Driver size (mm) | — |
| Mic type | single microphone |
| Multi point pairing | No |
| Noise cancelling mic | No |

## Where it stands

At $130, the Shokz OpenRun is #4 cheapest of the 14 bone conduction headphones we track, where the median is $150. On the spec sheet, its bluetooth version of 5.1 is the lowest of the 13, its weight grams of 26 is the lowest of the 13, and its battery life hours of 8 is below the median of the 14.

## What reviewers say

Three whitelisted testers reviewed the exact Shokz OpenRun (the rebranded AfterShokz Aeropex): Tom's Guide, SoundGuys and TechRadar. All three treat it as a top bone-conduction choice for runners, though both TechRadar and SoundGuys rank the pricier OpenRun Pro above it (TechRadar calls the standard OpenRun the 'second best'). Only Tom's Guide reported a battery figure, hitting nearly 14 hours of music playback against Shokz's rated 8. Praised across the board for open-ear situational awareness, a comfortable secure fit, IP67 waterproofing and good sound by bone-conduction standards; faulted for weak call/mic quality (Tom's Guide and SoundGuys), lack of deep bass, plus narrower gripes about the proprietary two-pin charger, absent app/EQ and cramped buttons. (Based on 3 reviews, 1 lab-tested, 2021-03–2024-10-31.)

Praised: Open-ear design keeps you aware of surroundings, ideal for outdoor running and cycling safety; Comfortable, secure fit that stays put through workouts; Long battery life; IP67 waterproof and dustproof, survives sweat and rain; Good sound quality by bone-conduction standards, with clear vocals.
Flagged: No deep bass; not audiophile-grade versus in-ear or over-ear headphones; Microphone / call quality is weak, transmitting background and wind noise; Proprietary two-pin charging port instead of USB-C; No companion app and limited onboard features/EQ; Buttons sit too close together / loud beep on every button press.
Disagreement: Testers split on two points. Battery: Tom's Guide measured nearly 14 hours of playback, far beyond the rated 8, whereas SoundGuys and TechRadar found real-world life merely met the 8-hour claim. Call quality: Tom's Guide and SoundGuys fault the microphone (fuzzy voice, transmitted background/wind noise), while TechRadar rated call quality as 'decent' and said you'll have 'no problem taking those calls.'
Sources: Tom's Guide (2024-10-31, tomsguide.com), SoundGuys (2024-08-27, soundguys.com), TechRadar (2021-03, techradar.com)

## Frequently asked questions

**What do reviewers say about the Shokz OpenRun?**

Three whitelisted testers reviewed the exact Shokz OpenRun (the rebranded AfterShokz Aeropex): Tom's Guide, SoundGuys and TechRadar. All three treat it as a top bone-conduction choice for runners, though both TechRadar and SoundGuys rank the pricier OpenRun Pro above it (TechRadar calls the standard OpenRun the 'second best'). Only Tom's Guide reported a battery figure, hitting nearly 14 hours of music playback against Shokz's rated 8. Praised across the board for open-ear situational awareness, a comfortable secure fit, IP67 waterproofing and good sound by bone-conduction standards; faulted for weak call/mic quality (Tom's Guide and SoundGuys), lack of deep bass, plus narrower gripes about the proprietary two-pin charger, absent app/EQ and cramped buttons. Praised: Open-ear design keeps you aware of surroundings, ideal for outdoor running and cycling safety; Comfortable, secure fit that stays put through workouts; Long battery life; IP67 waterproof and dustproof, survives sweat and rain; Good sound quality by bone-conduction standards, with clear vocals. Flagged: No deep bass; not audiophile-grade versus in-ear or over-ear headphones; Microphone / call quality is weak, transmitting background and wind noise; Proprietary two-pin charging port instead of USB-C; No companion app and limited onboard features/EQ; Buttons sit too close together / loud beep on every button press. (From 3 tester reviews, 1 lab-tested.)

**How much does the Shokz OpenRun cost?**

The Shokz OpenRun has a US price of $129.95 (Current US list price from shokz.com), as of 2026-06-26.

**How does the Shokz OpenRun compare on price?**

At $130, the Shokz OpenRun is #4 cheapest of the 14 bone conduction headphones we track, where the median is $150.

**When was the Shokz OpenRun released?**

The Shokz OpenRun was released 2021.

**What are the Shokz OpenRun's key specs?**

Shokz OpenRun (Shokz): transducerType bone conduction (PremiumPitch 2.0+, 8th gen), bluetoothVersion 5.1, batteryLifeHours 8, chargingTimeHours 1.5, ipRating IP67. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-26.

Source: https://shokz.com/products/openrun (shokz.com, accessed 2026-06-26)
Corroboration: https://www.soundguys.com/shokz-openrun-review-71111/ (accessed 2026-06-26)
Canonical: https://frontdeskreview.com/product/bone-conduction-headphones/shokz-openrun/
Cite: Per The Front Desk Review, the Shokz OpenRun price of record was $129.95 as of 2026-06-26 — https://frontdeskreview.com/product/bone-conduction-headphones/shokz-openrun/
License: CC BY 4.0. Price history: https://frontdeskreview.com/data/price-history.jsonl