I’ll admit, the Shokz OpenDots One are my first foray into open earbuds. As a marathon runner, my only experience with Shokz has been its flagship bone-conducting headphones, which wrap around your head. The OpenDots One, however, sits on your ears like a pair of clip-on earrings you might have worn as a kid, letting you listen to music while still being aware of your surroundings.
Price: $199/£179 Colors: Black, grey Battery life (rated): 10 hours; 40 hours (with charging case) Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4 Water resistance: IP54 Weight: 0.23 ounces (per bud); 1.38 ounces (with charging case)
These headphones aren’t designed specifically for running or the gym, but they can cope with a light amount of rain and sweat. Instead, Shokz says they’re best suited for daily wear, so I swapped out