Shokz · Updated June 2026
Shokz OpenRun: price, specs & release date
The Shokz OpenRun costs $129.95, #4 cheapest of 14 bone conduction headphones (median $150). It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 65/100 pay-blind standing, #8 of 14 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Open-ear design keeps you aware of surroundings, ideal for outdoor running and cycling safety; Comfortable, secure fit that stays put through workouts.
- Skip if No deep bass; not audiophile-grade versus in-ear or over-ear headphones is a dealbreaker.
Shokz OpenRun, released 2021. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: shokz.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
Is the Shokz OpenRun a good buy?
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.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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- Outlets on record1 tested · 2 mention-only
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One independent lab measured this product across 1 physical metric — battery. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far; 2 other outlets have it on record by mention only.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What 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.
Tested by Tom's Guide, SoundGuys, TechRadar
Consistently praised
- Open-ear design keeps you aware of surroundings, ideal for outdoor running and cycling safety · 3 sources
- Comfortable, secure fit that stays put through workouts · 3 sources
- Long battery life · 3 sources
- IP67 waterproof and dustproof, survives sweat and rain · 3 sources
- Good sound quality by bone-conduction standards, with clear vocals · 3 sources
Commonly flagged
- No deep bass; not audiophile-grade versus in-ear or over-ear headphones · 3 sources
- Microphone / call quality is weak, transmitting background and wind noise · 2 sources
- Proprietary two-pin charging port instead of USB-C · 2 sources
- No companion app and limited onboard features/EQ · 2 sources
Where reviewers disagree 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.'
The sources (3)
Battery life (continuous music playback): nearly 14 hours
I couldn't shake the OpenRun off, or even loose, but it never felt like the drivers were clamping down on my head. I could wear these for hours without complaint — and I have.
Shokz rates the OpenRun for 8 hours of music and calls, but I got nearly 14 hours of pure music playback on a single charge.
Call quality is a rare stumble for the OpenRun. I apparently sounded somewhat fuzzy in comparison to both my handset and the conventional headphones I usually use for calls, and loud background noise was a common complaint too.
The Shokz OpenRun sound good for a pair of bone conduction headphones and uses PremiumPitch 2.0+.
placement greatly affects audio clarity, and I rarely nail it on the first try. When I do get both sound pieces aligned on my cheekbones, they move out of place when I talk or chew, which means sound quality is ultimately inconsistent.
It transmits a lot of background noise to the person on the other line, which could annoy them should you decide to talk and walk on a windy day.
The Shokz OpenRun (formerly known as the AfterShokz Aeropex) are the second best bone conduction sports headphones you can buy right now—the best are the Pro version.
On a run, those buttons still a feel a bit too close together, which makes swiftly turning things up or down can take a couple of attempts.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $129.95 Current US list price from shokz.com |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Source: shokz.com (verified 2026-06-26) · corroborated by soundguys.com. Price $129.95 confirmed on shokz.com. Weight 26g, BT 5.1, 8h battery, 1.5h charge, IP67 confirmed via SoundGuys spec table. No multipoint on this older model. Single mic without noise cancellation. Frequency response 20–20000Hz from spec sheet. No onboard storage. Driver size not published.
Is the Shokz OpenRun worth it vs cheaper bone conduction headphones?
Shokz OpenRun against its closest cheaper and pricier bone conduction headphones on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 14 ranked →
| Product | Price | Transducer type | Bluetooth version | Battery life hours | Charging time hours | IP rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shokz OpenRun this | $129.95 | bone conduction (PremiumPitch 2.0+, 8th gen) | 5.1 | 8 | 1.5 | IP67 |
| Haylou PurFree BC01 | $99.99 | bone conduction | 5.2 | 8 | — | IP67 |
| Mojawa Run Plus | $129.99 | bone conduction | 5.2 | 8 | — | IP68 |
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.
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