Fit
- Sony WF-1000XM5
- In-ear design uses sealing ear tips
- Shokz OpenFit 2 Plus
- Open-ear design without sealing ear tips
Earbud comparison
Sony WF-1000XM5 vs Shokz OpenFit 2 Plus
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Sony WF-1000XM5
KSh 27,000In Stock | 02  Shokz OpenFit 2 Plus
KSh 26,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Shokz OpenFit 2 Plus lasts longer per charge (11 hours) and has better water and dust protection (IP55) and virtual surround sound, while the Sony WF-1000XM5 has active noise cancellation.
Connections
- Sony WF-1000XM5
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
- Shokz OpenFit 2 Plus
- Bluetooth 5.4 connection
Noise cancellation
- Sony WF-1000XM5
- Noise cancellation
- Shokz OpenFit 2 Plus
- No noise cancellation
Weight
- Sony WF-1000XM5
- About 39.1 g
- Shokz OpenFit 2 Plus
- 9.4 g per earbud
Battery life
- Sony WF-1000XM5
- Up to 8 hours per charge
- Shokz OpenFit 2 Plus
- Listed playback: 48 hours with the case
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Sony WF-1000XM5
- True wireless in-ear earbuds.
- Active noise cancellation.
- Connects to two devices at once.
- LDAC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
Shokz OpenFit 2 Plus
- Open-ear true wireless earbuds.
- Rated for up to 11 hours per charge (vs 8).
- IP55 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
- Case wireless charging.
- Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).
- Lower price: KSh 26,000 (vs KSh 27,000).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Sony WF-1000XM5 | Shokz OpenFit 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Ear tips included | Open-ear design |
| Weight | About 39.1 g | 9.4 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 8 hours per charge | Listed playback: 48 hours with the case |
| Two devices | Stays connected to two devices | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | Volume control, Quick Attention | Physical multifunction buttons |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | No noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes (Qi case) |
| Drivers | 0.33" | 21 x 11mm low-frequency driver + independent high-frequency driver |
| App support | Sony / Sound Connect | Shokz app |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Ambient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound, Quick Attention | Open-ear situational awareness |
Tick a topic above to see how each product answers it.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both can stay connected to two devices.
In summary
For most buyers the Shokz OpenFit 2 Plus is the better buy; the Sony WF-1000XM5 makes sense if you want active noise cancellation.
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