Shokz Openrun Pro 2 Review - Not Sponsored
Summary
TLDRIn this video, the reviewer independently purchases the new Shockz Open Run Pro headphones to test the hype. They compare the audio quality to bone-conducting headphones, noting improved clarity without being louder. The reviewer finds them suitable for running and podcasts but not for water activities despite an IP55 rating. They also discuss the fit with helmets and the convenience of a USB-C port. While not a drastic improvement over the previous model, the Open Run Pro offers clearer sound and is recommended for runners, especially with the added safety feature of rear lights.
Takeaways
- đ§ The reviewer purchased the Shockz Open Run Pro headphones themselves to test the hype, ensuring the review is unbiased and not sponsored.
- đ These headphones provide clearer audio compared to standard bone-conducting headphones, making it easier to hear words while running.
- đ« The reviewer disagrees with claims that the headphones are louder, but acknowledges they offer better sound clarity.
- đ§ The reviewer prefers these headphones for listening to podcasts over other options due to improved clarity.
- đââïž The Open Run Pro headphones are not designed for water activities unlike the Shockz Open Swim Pro, which are water-resistant.
- đ§ The IP55 certification means these headphones can withstand light rain but are not suitable for submersion in water.
- đ” The reviewer does not consider the audio experience immersive or concert quality, drawing a comparison to the difference between a modest car and a Lamborghini.
- đ€ The reviewer finds the new USB-C port on the headphones convenient, as it uses a universal charging standard.
- đ Battery life is estimated to be around 9 hours at maximum volume, which the reviewer considers sufficient for most uses but short of the advertised 12 hours.
- đŹ The noise-cancellation feature works well for calls, ensuring clear communication while running or in other outdoor environments.
- đ° The reviewer suggests that the Shockz Open Run Pro headphones are a worthwhile incremental upgrade for those seeking clearer sound in a non-waterproof form factor.
Q & A
What is the reviewer's stance on sponsored content influencing product reviews?
-The reviewer expresses wariness about sponsored content, referencing a past incident with Insta 360 where influencers did not disclose sponsorships, which negatively impacted the community's trust.
What are the reviewer's personal experiences with the Shocks Open Run Pros?
-The reviewer purchased the Shocks Open Run Pros themselves to test the hype, ensuring the review is unbiased and based on their own experience.
How does the reviewer compare the audio quality of the Shocks Open Run Pros to standard bone-conducting headphones?
-The reviewer finds the Shocks Open Run Pros to be clearer in terms of audio, allowing for better word comprehension during runs compared to standard bone-conducting headphones.
What is the reviewer's opinion on the overhyping of the Shocks Open Run Pros?
-While the reviewer acknowledges the product's good quality, they also point out that it is not as loud as some claim and that the hype should be taken with a grain of caution.
How does the reviewer feel about using the Shocks Open Run Pros for listening to podcasts?
-The reviewer prefers using the Shocks Open Run Pros for podcasts over other headphones they own, indicating a positive experience with audio clarity for spoken content.
What is the reviewer's comparison between the Shocks Open Run Pros and the Shocks Open Swim Pros in terms of water resistance?
-The reviewer notes that the Shocks Open Run Pros are IP55 certified for light water resistance, but they would not recommend using them in water activities like the Shocks Open Swim Pros, which are designed for such use.
How does the reviewer assess the fit of the Shocks Open Run Pros under a helmet?
-The reviewer finds that the Shocks Open Run Pros can fit under a helmet with some adjustments, but it's not a comfortable or recommended setup for activities like downhill cycling.
What improvements does the reviewer note in the new version of the Shocks Open Run Pros compared to the previous version?
-The reviewer appreciates the improved sound clarity and the addition of a USB-C port for charging, which is a significant convenience over previous models.
How does the reviewer rate the battery life of the Shocks Open Run Pros?
-The reviewer estimates around 9 hours of battery life at maximum volume, which they consider sufficient for most users' needs, but short of the advertised 12 hours.
What is the reviewer's recommendation for those considering purchasing the Shocks Open Run Pros or upgrading from a previous model?
-The reviewer suggests that the Shocks Open Run Pros are a worthwhile upgrade for those without running headphones or those with cheaper models, but for those with the first edition, the improvements may not justify the cost.
Outlines
đ§ Skepticism and Personal Experience with Aftershokz Open Run Pro Headphones
The speaker begins by expressing skepticism towards the overwhelming support for Aftershokz Open Run Pro headphones, having seen similar hype before with Insta360's sponsored content that wasn't fully disclosed, which left a negative impression. To verify the product's quality, the speaker purchased the headphones themselves, emphasizing that the review is unsponsored. They share initial impressions, noting that while the audio is clearer than standard bone-conducting headphones, it's not as loud as some claim. The speaker highlights the product's better sound clarity for running and addresses the overhyping of the product's audio capabilities. They also touch on the product's IP55 certification, making it suitable for outdoor use in light rain but not for water sports like swimming or surfing, despite being better than their previous Aftershokz headphones.
đââïž Comparison and Critique of Aftershokz Open Run Pro Headphones
In this paragraph, the speaker compares the Aftershokz Open Run Pro headphones to other models, noting that while there's an improvement in sound quality, it's not a significant leap from previous models. They discuss the headphones' design, which includes a USB-C port for charging, a welcome change from proprietary connectors. The speaker also addresses the issue of sound leakage, which is expected with open-ear designs but is not as pronounced as with some other models. They test the headphones' fit with a helmet, finding that with adjustments, they can fit securely. The paragraph concludes with a discussion on battery life, where the speaker estimates around 9 hours of use at maximum volume, which they consider sufficient for most users but short of the advertised 12 hours.
đ° Value Assessment and Recommendation for Aftershokz Open Run Pro Headphones
The speaker concludes by addressing the value proposition of the Aftershokz Open Run Pro headphones. They suggest that current Aftershokz users who are satisfied with their existing headphones may not need to upgrade, as the improvements are incremental. However, for those new to the technology or using cheaper alternatives, these headphones offer a significant upgrade. The speaker also recommends the Open Swim Pro model for those involved in water sports due to its additional features. They acknowledge the company's achievement in improving the product and encourage potential buyers to consider their specific needs before purchasing. The speaker promises to provide updates if any issues arise with the headphones, emphasizing their commitment to honest and long-term product reviews.
Mindmap
Keywords
đĄInfluencers
đĄSponsored Content
đĄHype
đĄBone Conducting Headphones
đĄSound Clarity
đĄIP55 Certified
đĄImmersive Experience
đĄBluetooth Mode
đĄUSB-C Port
đĄSound Leakage
đĄBattery Life
Highlights
Influencer skepticism about sponsored content affecting product reviews.
Purchase of the product to independently verify the hype.
Comparison of audio quality between new and standard bone-conducting headphones.
Clarity of sound while running is improved with the new headphones.
Acknowledgment of overhyping in the market and a call for honest reviews.
Preference for new headphones over traditional ones for podcast listening.
IP55 certification and its implications for water resistance.
Comparison of the new headphones to the previous model, Open Swim Pros.
Fit test of the headphones with and without a helmet.
Discussion on the incremental improvements over the previous model.
Sound quality comparison with other high-end headphones.
Introduction of a USB-C port for charging convenience.
Noise cancellation performance during running.
Design changes and the impact on button accessibility.
Sound leakage and privacy concerns with open-ear headsets.
Demonstration of music playback and external noise levels.
Battery life expectations and real-world usage.
Value assessment and recommendation for potential buyers.
Comparison with the Open Swim Pros for water-based activities.
Final thoughts on the product and its place in the market.
Transcripts
there's been so many videos from various
influencers on the new shocks open and
run Pros that I had to bite the bullet
and get them myself to see if they're
actually as good as they're being made
to be whenever there is such a big wave
of support to any product I'm getting a
little bit wary because if you remember
quite recently insta 360 didn't allow
any of influencers to mention that most
of these videos were sponsored and that
kind of leaked out and left the whole
community in a really bad light and on
the back of that I believe that we
should go back to our routs and just say
how it is so I bought these myself it's
not a sponsored video I just wanted to
see if the hype is real so let's go for
a quick run see how they feel and I'll
explain the cup in uh in a second as
well so even though it bums me out these
are I would say much better in terms of
the overall audio than the standard bone
conducting headphones no wonder you've
got totally different Tech uses on these
and it works I wouldn't say they are
louder people are claiming they are I
would say they're clearer so you can
actually hear the words when you're
running as opposed to having a head
massage like you normally get with bone
conducting
headphones however this
overhyping still applies they're really
good I think from running headphones
when it comes to sound Clarity these are
perfect I really didn't want to point
this out but it's going to become very
obvious this is not wearing a helmet
when skateboarding so just before you
start making teenage jokes I mean I wish
but that's been over 20 years ago it's
freaking terrifying when you think about
it someone complained about um listening
to podcasts on these and I'm not sure
why it might be again down to people's
person
hearing but I prefer these for podcasts
my only gripe is that I already got
shocks well I've got a couple of um
running headphones and the the shocks
open swim Pros are just better for me
personally purely
because got attacked by a
b purely because I can swim in them I
can kite surf surf I can get in the
water these are ip55 certified
that means if you're going to get caught
out by rain you should be okay however I
would not trust them with me on the
water and I don't think shocks would
approve that either so yeah when it
comes to running headphones I am really
really surprised I don't agree that this
is like immersive experience in music
because it's not and unlike shock's
adver that says that this is like
concert quality audio again come on if
you compare sound quality on these to
say B proper
headphones it's like comparing a 2.0
scota Octavia to a Lamborghini right
they both got wheels they both will get
you where you're going and they both
make noises especially when you drill
the exhaust but they're not the same
thing I don't think this is going to
work seeing if this is going to they're
going to fit under a full face lid but
uh well one way to find our way from the
back
oh my God I'm going to lose my ears for
this
man someone said if you tilt them
back here they somehow fit holy
and no I really like this helmet
because yeah' got little
unlocking unlocking Clips here two
separate bits so now if you're going to
half
faced no problems I wouldn't ride like
this downhill cuz uh I've already had a
couple of good accidents but uh yeah it
works it also covers my little bump I
should have worn this all the time but
yeah there you go so they fit okay
there's still wiggle room here and there
are two different sizes for these so if
you go a particularly small head you
might just size down or actually smaller
size might fit under your Fool's face
lid but I just wouldn't bet on it right
well that was that was an entertaining
afternoon um what do I think about these
versus the old versions or actually the
open swim Pros if you've seen my
previous review of these most of the
things I said still apply I'm going to
link it up somewhere here so you can
have a watch when it comes to fit the
same thing as with every single addition
of shocks or even sunta Wing they just
fit well they don't bounce off your ears
you can cycle with these they won't move
and you won't lose them they just work
right this is a proven concept that just
works and what I said in the previous
video about these not being my primary
headphones and not something I would use
outside doing sports applies to the open
run Pros 2o as much as of improvement
these have with this mixed Tech between
bone conduction it's still nowhere near
any of my other headsets like the quiet
Comfort or even Apple earbuds there is a
massive gap between these when it comes
to music quality or even the sound
volumes one of the things I really want
to point out this red thing really
annoys me anyway post edit right one
thing I really want to point out is that
when it comes to loudness these two
headsets are almost identical in
Bluetooth mode if you switch the swim
Pros to mp3 mode they are much louder
and I somehow missed that when I was
doing review on these so when you're
listening to mp3s you can hear there's a
significant bump in volume levels which
is really cool when you're in the water
or you're surfing kiteboarding it kind
of helps to have that sound a little bit
more juicy one thing I would mention
though is that the aim in this game of
open ear headsets is not to make the
music so loud that she can't hear your
surroundings because the whole idea
behind getting one of these PS is to
make sure that when you're running or
cycling or doing whatever else is that
you're doing with headphones like this
you can hear what's going on around you
so sound quality aside are these much
better than previous iterations I mean
the sound quality is better it's not
like miles better than these ones but
you can tell the difference you can tell
that this is clearer and it's more
headphone like as opposed to shocks like
if you ever had shocks headphones you'll
know what I'm talking about it's this
constant vibrations going through your
skull when you're running especially
when you put them out of full blast and
especially in mp3 mode most of us I
think we got used to that so it wasn't
really a big issue for me for years now
but if you find that annoying in the
previous editions these are solving that
particular problem the single greatest
thing for me and I know that sounds
silly but oh my God we've got a USBC
Port just here which means you can
charge these just with a cable that you
use for everything else and just every
other manfacturer just Ju Just just take
notes Here ports matter when it comes to
coold Quality it is very similar to my
previous experience with shocks or with
sun wing they're acceptable absolutely
and that noise counseling when you're
running it works it works just as well
as on any other decent headset I think
you can find loads of videos on that as
well and I just agree they they do work
and people can hear you clearly on the
other side of the call in terms of the
design itself there haven't been many
changes they've made those buttons on
the bottom a little bit more accentuated
so you can feel them better whether it's
gloves or not that is a nice touch cuz
the last thing you really want to do
when running is trying to find these
buttons the only thing I'm not really
100% sure about I like the fact that
they're more accentuated including that
little multifunction button on on the
side of the headphones but why did you
make them smaller it might be down to
the Dual pitch Tech that I had to put
into these so in terms of sound leakage
I don't know about you but I really
don't like when people are listening in
onto music I'm listening to we all got
those tunes that are a little bit
that are connected to some kind of a
memory or situation and Mak sense to us
but we really don't want to share that
inside joke with everyone else so we
dial it down when we're driving in car
through the busy streets and stuff like
that so these are not too bad but please
don't expect the same kind of a coverage
as you would get from normal earbuds or
proper headphones um I'll give you a Wii
demo of how it sounds I'm sitting about
a met away from the camera just now
[Music]
there isn't much as
there that's not horrible if you're on
the busy street chances are no one's
going to listen to that anyway the
trouble is if you're on the busy street
these will not drown out the sounds and
there are obviously different equalizer
modes as you can see here but switching
between these doesn't make the music any
louder you can feel this actual
difference between the standard mode and
VC
or boosting the base although there is
not much base to begin with and that
doesn't make much of a difference I know
this is silly but them doing this
magnetic
thing it it's pretty neat I just it's
just satisfying Now battery life is
always the bit of a of a sticking point
because companies when they advertise
products they can assume that you're
going to be listening to these at 60%
volume but at 60% you can't hear
like anything below say 60 50% is just
unusable unless you're in a quiet room
but you don't normally run in a quiet
room you take them to the gym you take
them running outside you really want to
listen to the music not just be aware of
what's going on so there's there's zero
chance of me using these at less than
100% whereas as I mentioned with the
open swim Pros you can dial it down on
mp3 mode because they're actually pretty
loud so at 100% I think the best I got
would be guesstimating and maybe 9 hours
so looking at the amount of running I
did after an hour it dropped about 20 to
25% and it's never been consistent so I
I did this few times for 100% see how
fast they drain so it might be a battery
memory situation here but there's zero
chance of them making to 12 hours but
guys to be fair even 9 hours unless you
run some crazy Ultra marathons you're
not going to you're not going to juice
them out so quickly so there's two
questions here are these worth the price
and whether you should upgrade from the
headphones you've got right now this is
a little bit more nuanced because if you
got the first edition of shocks and the
music quality is good enough for you and
you don't mind those vibrations I think
you're fine these are really nice
incremental upgrade it's not a
revolution it's more of an evolution and
you can clearly tell that these give you
clearer sound but they're not louder if
you don't have any running headon or you
bought something very cheap just to test
the theory to see how often you'll be
actually using headphones in that kind
of Technology then yeah these are these
are really good these are currently at
the same price point as the previous
open run Pros where which is I think
$169 uh I will link the deal below
because even though this is not
sponsored any clicks to Amazon will
always help me out to run this Channel
and actually keep buying these things if
you however do triathlons or you get in
the water quite often or you go paddle
boarding and you come off your your
report from time to time which happens
to the best of us I think the open swim
Pros might be a better solution here if
you're on the road all the time I do
really like the C wings I know it's
gimmicky but those lights at the back
kind of give me extra reassurance I had
so many close calls with cars when
running and cycling it feels sometimes
like it is a competition of how close
can you get to a person without clipping
them with a mirror but when it comes to
music quality for open headsets that
actually sit on your ears
and they're nice and secure I think the
shocks open round twos Pros Pros Pros
Pros twos are the way to go normally I'm
not jumping on a hype trains but well
done shocks that's a hell of a job and
as always if you have any questions drop
them below I'll do my best to reply and
if these will develop any faults or I
find any issues with them down the line
I will make an update video because I
really don't want you to spend money on
something that's just not up to our
expectations have a good one enjoy being
outdoors and I'll see you the next one
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