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Earbud comparison

Shokz OpenDots Air vs Shokz OpenRun Air

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

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Shokz OpenDots Air

Shokz OpenDots Air

  • Open-ear design without sealing ear tips.
  • 2 g for the case.
  • Up to 9 hours per charge.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
KSh 21,800In 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 OpenDots Air is lighter on the head and has USB-C wired charging, while the Shokz OpenRun Air has better water and dust protection (IP67).

Fit

Shokz OpenDots Air
Clip-on fit without sealing ear tips
Shokz OpenRun Air
Open-ear design without sealing ear tips

Weight

Shokz OpenDots Air
0.2 g
Shokz OpenRun Air
26 g

Two devices

Shokz OpenDots Air
Stays connected to two devices
Shokz OpenRun Air
Connects to two devices at once

Controls

Shokz OpenDots Air
Tap and pinch controls
Shokz OpenRun Air
Physical multifunction and volume buttons

Connections

Shokz OpenDots Air
Bluetooth wireless
Shokz OpenRun Air
Bluetooth 5.1

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Shokz OpenDots Air

  • USB-C wired charging.
  • Lighter: 0.2 g (vs 26 g).

Shokz OpenRun Air

  • IP67 water and dust resistance (vs IP55).
  • Lower price: KSh 18,800 (vs KSh 21,800).

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PriorityShokz OpenDots AirShokz OpenRun Air
FitOpen-ear clip designOpen-ear design
Weight0.2 g26 g
Battery lifeUp to 9 hours per charge; up to 36 hours with the caseUp to 8 hours
ConnectionsBluetooth wirelessBluetooth 5.1
Water resistanceIP55 water and dust resistanceIP67 water and dust resistance
Charging10 minutes provides up to 2 hours playback10 minutes of charging provides up to 90 minutes of playback

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenDots AirShokz OpenRun Air
BrandShokzShokz
ModelOpenDots AirOpenRun Air (S803)
AnnouncedJune 2026—
TypeOpen-Ear True Wireless EarbudsOpen-Ear Bone-Conduction Headset
Color—Graphite Black; Hyacinth Purple

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenDots AirShokz OpenRun Air
WeightEarbud: 6.3 ± 0.2 g; case: 37.3 ± 2 g; total: 49.9 ± 2.4 g26 g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenDots AirShokz OpenRun Air
Battery LifeUp to 9 hours earbuds; up to 36 hours with charging caseUp to 8 hours; up to 10 days standby
Charging TimeEarbuds: 1 hour; charging case: 2 hours wired90 minutes
Fast Charging10 minutes provides up to 2 hours playback10 minutes of charging provides up to 90 minutes of playback
Charging PortUSB-CMagnetic charging, 5 V
Wireless ChargingNo—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenDots AirShokz OpenRun Air
ConnectionBluetooth wirelessBluetooth
Multipoint ConnectionYes, two devicesTwo devices
App SupportShokz App: EQ, control settings and multipoint connection—
Bluetooth—5.1

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenDots AirShokz OpenRun Air
Voice AssistantVoice assistant activation through customizable gesturesVoice assistant activation by holding the multifunction button for 2 seconds
SensorsDynamic Ear Detection; force sensor for pinch controls; Smart Wear Detection—
Special FeaturesDynamic Ear Detection; Fast Pair on supported Android 11+; Microsoft Swift Pair on supported Windows 10+Titanium frame; soft silicone covering; 160 mAh battery

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenDots AirShokz OpenRun Air
MicrophonesDual microphones with AI call-noise reductionDual silicon microphones with Qualcomm cVc 8.0 call noise reduction
Audio FeaturesBassphere and DirectPitch; air conductionPremiumPitch 2.0+
Drivers—Bone-conduction transducers
Audio Codecs—SBC

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenDots AirShokz OpenRun Air
Case TypeCharging caseNo charging case
Case Battery LifeUp to 36 hours total including earbuds—
Case ChargingUSB-C wired charging—
Case Charging PortUSB-C—
Case Wireless ChargingNo—
Case Weight37.3 ± 2 g—
Case Water & Dust ResistanceNot waterproof—
Case Dimensions——
Case Features——

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenDots AirShokz OpenRun Air
ControlsTap and pinch controls; customizable app settingsPhysical multifunction and volume buttons
Water & Dust ResistanceEarbuds: IP55; charging case not waterproofIP67
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsOpen-ear clip designOpen-ear design

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationShokz OpenDots AirShokz OpenRun Air
Headphones / EarbudsOpenDots Air earbudsShokz OpenRun Air headphones
Charging CaseCharging caseNo charging case
Charging CableNot suppliedUSB-A magnetic charging cable
Audio CableTrue wireless design—
DocumentationUser guide; legal information; app and warranty cardsUser guide
Ear Tips / Accessories—Carry pouch

Similarities

  • Both connect to two devices at once.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both are made by Shokz.
  • Both leave your ear canals open.

In summary

Get the Shokz OpenDots Air if you want a lighter fit and USB-C wired charging, or the Shokz OpenRun Air if you would rather have better water and dust protection.

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