Connections
- Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
- Shokz OpenFit Pro
- Bluetooth 6.1 connection
Earbud comparison
Bose Ultra Open vs Shokz OpenFit Pro
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
KSh 33,000In Stock | 02  Shokz OpenFit Pro
KSh 34,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Shokz OpenFit Pro offers up to 50 hours with the charging case and has better water and dust protection (IP55) and active noise cancellation, while the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds has hi-res Bluetooth audio and is lighter on the head.
Noise cancellation
- Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
- No noise cancellation
- Shokz OpenFit Pro
- Noise cancellation
Controls
- Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
- Physical buttons for your everyday controls
- Shokz OpenFit Pro
- Touch controls for everyday use
Fit
- Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
- Open-ear cuff design
- Shokz OpenFit Pro
- Open-ear design
Weight
- Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
- 6.5 g per earbud
- Shokz OpenFit Pro
- 12.3 g per earbud
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
- aptX Adaptive hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
- Lighter: 6.5 g each (vs 12.3 g).
- Lower price: KSh 33,000 (vs KSh 34,000).
Shokz OpenFit Pro
- IP55 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
- Active noise cancellation.
- Rated for up to 50 hours in total with the charging case (vs 27).
- Wireless charging.
- Newer Bluetooth 6.1 (vs 5.3).
- Newer model: released in 2026 (vs 2024).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Bose Ultra Open Earbuds | Shokz OpenFit Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Open-ear cuff design | Open-ear design |
| Weight | 6.5 g per earbud | 12.3 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 27 hours with the case | Up to 50 hours with the case |
| Controls | Physical button controls | Touch controls |
| Noise cancellation | No noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 6.1 |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance |
| Charging | 10 minutes provides up to 2 hours | 10 minutes provides up to 4 hours |
| Software | Works with the Bose app | Works with the Shokz app |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both work with a companion app.
- Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Same type: Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds.
- Both leave your ear canals open.
In summary
For most buyers the Shokz OpenFit Pro is the better buy; the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds makes sense if you want hi-res Bluetooth audio.
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