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Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 vs Shokz OpenRun Air

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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Shokz OpenRun Pro 2

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2

  • Open-ear design without sealing ear tips.
  • 30.3 g.
  • Up to 12 hours per charge.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
KSh 25,000In Stock
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Shokz OpenRun Air

Shokz OpenRun Air

  • Open-ear design without sealing ear tips.
  • 26 g.
  • Bluetooth 5.1 connection.
  • IP67 rating.
  • Up to 8 hours.
KSh 18,800In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 has faster recharging (1 hour), lasts longer between charges (up to 12 hours) and has an ambient mode to hear your surroundings, while the Shokz OpenRun Air has better water and dust protection (IP67) and is lighter on the head.

Weight

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2
30.3 g
Shokz OpenRun Air
26 g

Connections

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2
Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Shokz OpenRun Air
Bluetooth 5.1 connection

Water resistance

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2
IP55 rating
Shokz OpenRun Air
IP67 rating

Battery life

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2
Up to 12 hours per charge
Shokz OpenRun Air
Up to 8 hours

Two devices

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2
Stays connected to two devices
Shokz OpenRun Air
Connects to two devices at once

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2

  • Recharges faster: 1 hour (vs 1.5 hours).
  • Longer rated battery life: up to 12 hours (vs 8 hours).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.1).
  • Ambient mode to hear your surroundings.

Shokz OpenRun Air

  • IP67 water and dust resistance (vs IP55).
  • Lighter: 26 g (vs 30.3 g).
  • Lower price: KSh 18,800 (vs KSh 25,000).
  • Connects to two devices at once.

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PriorityShokz OpenRun Pro 2Shokz OpenRun Air
Weight30.3 g26 g
Battery lifeUp to 12 hours per chargeUp to 8 hours
Two devicesStays connected to two devicesConnects to two devices at once
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.1
Water resistanceIP55 water and dust resistanceIP67 water and dust resistance
Charging5 minutes provides up to 2.5 hours10 minutes of charging provides up to 90 minutes of playback

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenRun Pro 2Shokz OpenRun Air
BrandShokzShokz
ModelOpenRun Pro 2OpenRun Air (S803)
Announced2024—
TypeOpen-Ear Wireless Sports HeadsetOpen-Ear Bone-Conduction Headset
Color—Graphite Black; Hyacinth Purple

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenRun Pro 2Shokz OpenRun Air
Weight30.3g26 g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenRun Pro 2Shokz OpenRun Air
Battery LifeUp to 12 hoursUp to 8 hours; up to 10 days standby
Charging Time1 hour90 minutes
Fast Charging5 minutes provides up to 2.5 hours10 minutes of charging provides up to 90 minutes of playback
Charging PortUSB-CMagnetic charging, 5 V

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenRun Pro 2Shokz OpenRun Air
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 5.35.1
Bluetooth Range10m—
Multipoint ConnectionYesTwo devices
ConnectorUSB-C charging—
App SupportShokz app—

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenRun Pro 2Shokz OpenRun Air
Special FeaturesStandard wraparound size; nickel-titanium frameTitanium frame; soft silicone covering; 160 mAh battery
Voice Assistant—Voice assistant activation by holding the multifunction button for 2 seconds

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenRun Pro 2Shokz OpenRun Air
DriversBone-conduction driver + 18 x 11mm air-conduction driverBone-conduction transducers
Frequency Response20Hz–20kHz—
Active Noise CancellationNo—
Transparency / Ambient ModeOpen-ear situational awareness—
MicrophonesDual wind-resistant microphones with AI noise reductionDual silicon microphones with Qualcomm cVc 8.0 call noise reduction
Audio FeaturesDualPitch; DirectPitch; four preset and two custom EQ modesPremiumPitch 2.0+
Audio Codecs—SBC

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenRun Pro 2Shokz OpenRun Air
Case TypeNo charging caseNo charging case
Case Battery Life——
Case Charging——
Case Charging Port——
Case Wireless Charging——
Case Dimensions——
Case Weight——
Case Water & Dust Resistance——
Case Features——

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenRun Pro 2Shokz OpenRun Air
ControlsPhysical multifunction and volume controlsPhysical multifunction and volume buttons
Water & Dust ResistanceIP55IP67
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsOpen-ear designOpen-ear design

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenRun Pro 2Shokz OpenRun Air
Headphones / EarbudsOpenRun Pro 2 headphonesShokz OpenRun Air headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableUSB-C cableUSB-A magnetic charging cable
Audio CableWireless open-ear design—
Ear Tips / AccessoriesOpen-ear designCarry pouch
DocumentationUser guide and legal/warranty documentationUser guide

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Same ear tips / ear cushions: open-ear design.
  • Both are made by Shokz.
  • Both leave your ear canals open.

In summary

Get the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 if you want faster recharging and longer battery life, or the Shokz OpenRun Air if you would rather have better water and dust protection and a lighter fit.

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