Fit
- Shokz OpenDots One
- Open-ear design without sealing ear tips
- Apple AirPods 5
- In-ear design uses sealing ear tips
Earbud comparison
Shokz OpenDots One vs Apple AirPods 5
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Shokz OpenDots One
KSh 23,300In Stock | 02  Apple AirPods 5
KSh 23,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Apple AirPods 5 has better water and dust protection (IP57) and active noise cancellation and is lighter on the head, while the Shokz OpenDots One lasts longer per charge (10 hours) and offers wireless charging and case wireless charging.
Weight
- Shokz OpenDots One
- 6.5 g per earbud
- Apple AirPods 5
- 4.3 g per earbud
Connections
- Shokz OpenDots One
- Bluetooth 5.4 connection
- Apple AirPods 5
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Noise cancellation
- Shokz OpenDots One
- No noise cancellation
- Apple AirPods 5
- Noise cancellation
Controls
- Shokz OpenDots One
- Tap and pinch touch controls
- Apple AirPods 5
- Force sensor for playback, calls and listening modes
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Shokz OpenDots One
- Open-ear true wireless earbuds.
- Rated for up to 10 hours per charge (vs 4).
- Rated for up to 40 hours in total with the charging case (vs 20).
- Wireless charging: (Qi case).
- Case wireless charging.
- Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).
Apple AirPods 5
- True wireless in-ear earbuds.
- IP57 water and dust resistance (vs IP54).
- Lighter: 4.3 g each (vs 6.5 g).
- Supports spatial audio.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Shokz OpenDots One | Apple AirPods 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Open-ear design | Open-fit design |
| Weight | 6.5 g per earbud | 4.3 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Listed playback: 40 hours with the case | Up to 4 hours per charge; 20 hours with the case |
| Controls | Tap and pinch touch controls | Force sensor for playback, calls and listening modes |
| Noise cancellation | No noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance | IP57 water and dust resistance |
| Audio | Bassphere | H2 chip |
| Charging | 10 minutes provides up to 2 hours | 5 minutes in case provides around 1 hour |
| Software | Works with the Shokz app | Built into supported Apple operating systems |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
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Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- 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.
In summary
Get the Apple AirPods 5 if you want better water and dust protection and active noise cancellation, or the Shokz OpenDots One if you would rather have longer rated battery life and wireless charging.
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