Are these the headphones people recommend? I am currently using my AirPod pros but they start falling out towards the end of my long runs bc I’m sweaty lol I’m looking to try shokz but wanted to see if these are it?

Hello all! This is my first post here and my first time on the sub, so I apologize for any posting rules/regulations not being followed.

As I said in the title, I just bought some BCH's for the first time and was wondering what the community has to say about them?

My first impression is that they're nice, light-weight, and yet secure. I bought these with the intention of using them for running/fitness activities mostly. They seem to offer great balance between music and being aware of your surroundings. They don't seem to be too loud, and it's a bit hard to pick up in noisy environments.

One of my questions for the community, specifically anyone else who owns BCH's, is what music sounds best to y'all through them? They don't seem to be terribly effective for the bass side of a song, but middle and trebble sound good enough.

Hey everyone! Looking into buying a pair of Shokz headphones and was wondering what version to get? I know some people hate them but I have bone conduction hearing loss so I figured these would work better for my circumstance than AirPods or in the ear headphones. Thanks :)

These headphones are great... for some things.

THE GOOD

• They're VERY light and comfortable. The moment you put them on, you forget they're there. They don't move around (no matter how much you sweat) and the band that goes around the back of your head doesn't get caught when you turn your head, even if you're wearing a bike helmet. And even if they do happen to move a little, you don't notice because it doesn't change the audio quality or volume, and you never feel like they're at risk of coming off. They're easy to put on and take off too.

• They're great for audiobooks and podcasts, which is what I use them for.

• You can still hear everything that's going on around you.

• Absolutely no problems fitting them with glasses or bike helmet. Again, for me, it's like they're not even there.

• The volume is pretty good. You can hear the audio over MOST external noises. (More on this below.)

• Solid battery life.

• Good, big, actual clickable buttons. No unreliable gestures.

THE NOT QUITE AS GOOD

• They DON'T sound good. Not even as good as the cheapest set of buds or over-ears I've used. Don't be fooled by their marketing or other reviews into thinking otherwise. Yes, you can HEAR the music clearly, but I'd never use them to LISTEN to music, to immerse myself in it. They're tinny. I'd use them for music only if I wanted something in the background. It's much like placing your phone near your ear and playing music. The bass is a little better than that, but they're categorically NOT headphones for listening to music. (For reference, I listen to music with my Sony WF-1000XM4 buds or Sony WH-1000XM5 over-ears. But my kids have cheaper headphones, and the Shokz don't even come close to those cheaper gadgets. Fortunately, the sound quality is largely irrelevant for me, because I listen to mostly audiobooks, and they're great for that.)

• If you're planning to use them in or beside traffic, be aware that a loud truck or Harley will drown them out, even at the highest volume. And if the traffic varies, you'll have to constantly adjust the volume, otherwise the headphones will be blaring in your ears when the traffic's light, and too quiet when the traffic's heavy. None of this is a huge problem for me, because most of my riding is done next to light or no traffic. Occasionally a truck will go by and I'll miss a word or two of my audiobook, but I can still pick up what I missed from context. And if I can't, I can always skip back a bit and listen again. If you're playing to music, I suspect traffic won't be a problem, because you won't notice / care if you miss a particular note or lyric.

• If you're planning to use them in high wind or when riding very fast, you may not hear as much. That said, I have no problems, even downhill at around 40km/hr. I had to turn up the volume, but I could still hear clearly.

• If you're outdoors in an environment with mixed ambient noise (no traffic, light traffic, heavy traffic, wind), you'll find your average volume is pretty high. When combined with the poor sound quality, you may find this a bit fatiguing. I think it's mostly the sound quality. I find it hard to listen to loud, abrasive noises of any sort, for a sustained period. They're definitely not as fatiguing as wearing a set of uncomfortable buds or buds that start slipping out as soon as you start to sweat, but still a little tiring. That said, I can easily get through a 3-hour bike ride, without feeling the need to turn the content down or take them off.

TLDR: They're great for listening to audiobooks while cycling. Not great for really listening to music.

Happy to answer any questions. :-)

Subject sorta says it. Shokz really the best option for also being able to hear the world? I have AirPods Pro and even with transparency mode, don’t feel like I hear the streets well. I currently run with just one of them in to keep the other ear open, but I don’t love that.

For headphones, price is never an object. After shoes, they’re the most important thing for me as a runner.

Posting this because for the last three months I have been looking for headphones for running and did some intense digging on reddit and other resources to make my choice and now I want to pay it forward with my honest opinion to hopefully help someone else looking.

These headphones seriously kick ass! They are the best thing you could buy for running. The bone conducting tech takes a minute to get used to because of the vibrations at higher volumes, BUT the comfortability is SO WORTH IT. They stay in place all day and don't hurt at all. The open headphone style mitigates the issue of internal ear pain like normal headphones after prolonged use. The sound quality is way better than I was anticipating being honest. Your audio will get drowned out much easier because the open ear design, but the tradeoff of being able to hear your surroundings is so worth it. I liked them so much for running I bought a second pair to wear while working in the construction field simply to be able to hear my surroundings better. I will go all day on half volume and can hear audiobooks/podcasts just fine. I really truly cannot express how nice they actually are. Although a little expensive compared to others, I promise you they are worth their weight in gold. I have no doubt you will make the switch and never go back to conventional earphones! The ones I chose are the Shokz Open Run Minis. (Apparently the "normal" size is pretty big, so I decided to get the minis and it was well worth it. The "normal" must be massive because I have a normal sized head and the minis fit perfectly. Just food for thought thought.)

This is the link to the mini's on amazon but they have a couple different options as well on their website I believe!

https://amzn.to/44qcnKT

I'd start with a negative that might only apply to my case, given the otosclerosis in my left year. I was stupid to believe that bone conduction headphones would allow me to hear as normal, but after trying it and then later researching, I learned that it would not help my condition.

So with the personal negative out of the way, let me talk about the actual product.

Size and Weight

I'd start by saying that this device is lighter than you'd think. Also, I read reviews from many people for how they had to go with the mini and the regular model was too big. I was skeptical too, but after reading their documentation on how to decide, I measured the distance between my ears, and as it was very close to 9.25", I decided to go with the regular model.

Controls and Battery

The controls are reasonably simple to use, and getting started was pretty natural. The device came with a 75% charge in the box, and that's exactly how it should be.

Sound and Vibrations

Sound quality is great, but as reviewers say, expecting bass from bone conduction hardware is the wrong expectation. The bass is indeed not as much as you'd otherwise get in even way cheaper in-ear earphones or on-ear headphones, but I like how they add those tiny vibrations such that it makes you feel bass at least through those instead of only relying on sound. I'd call that smart. Also, I now understand why people complain about the tingling, but when I keep the sound volume not so high, it's barely noticeable.

Noise Isolation

Though I do not get sound isolation, let alone noise cancellation, I love being able to hear the sounds from the environment and being able to talk to people while I'm also listening to them. I did not feel any difference between the two audio modes when switched through the companion app.

Audio Calls

I also tested audio calls in winds and while running, and the person on the other side could hear me well.

Conclusion

I never had bone-conduction headphones earlier, but I'm really happy with my purchase of these. My only nitpick is the proprietary charger.

I’m currently using beats fitness headphones but I’m not enjoying how much my ears hurt after long runs. The shokz bone conduction headphones are on sale at a local running store.

Would anybody recommend these?

I’ve been running using AirPod Pros (I keep my phone with me) in transparency mode. They work fine - they stay in, I can still hear things fairly well. My reason for asking is this: I live in SLC and as rainfall is getting worse, wildlife is moving down to more populated areas, thusly mountain lions have been spotted on trails more frequently. Has anyone made the switch to Shokz and is it worth the price to get a pair to use instead of the AirPods?

Hey everyone, I bought the Shokz OpenRun headphones after seeing them highly recommended on this sub for runners. I have liked them, but the head vibrations REALLY bother me. Turning down the volume works, but then I can’t hear what’s being said on the podcast I’m listening to. I’ve also found some days they just don’t vibrate the way they do on other days, so I’m wondering if there’s ANYTHING people have found to help minimize this issue? Keep their battery level high, wear them a certain way, wear earplugs, etc? I would need to return them by tomorrow, so any advice is appreciated. Please lmk, thanks a lot

One side of my headphones has been dying, so I finally gave in and said I was going to have to look for a new pair. I've been curious about the Shokz that I seen a few people talk up on here.

Well, the very next day after I said I need new headphones I walk into Costco and for the first time ever I see them selling Shokz. They are the OpenRun SE, and were priced at $99 both in store and online. They aren't the latest and greatest OpenRun Pro 2 model, but they're also not the $180 that those cost.

I've only played with them for a few minutes--they're on the charger getting the first full charge now. I'm actually not sure I love them at this point, but it will take some time to know.

But if you're a Costco person and you're also curious about them, wanted to give a heads up that here's your chance to test them with an easy return policy if it doesn't work out.

I have been a user of Shokz (Aftershokz) headphones since 2016. The OpenRun Pros were the best headphones I have ever used for running and I felt that each iteration of their headphones since their conception were an improvement to their predecessors. I have been having issues with the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2s however. I run every day in all of the elements -- I also sweat a lot. These headphones only last me a month or so before sweat causes the speakers to start sounding fuzzy or busted. It seems to always be the right side that fails. I am about to send my pair in for the 3rd warranty claim this year alone. I wish I would have never gotten rid of my OpenRun Pro headphones and really wish they would just replace these with the open run pros at this point.

I have been combing the internet trying to find where someone else has had this issue but all reviews seem to be positive. Surely I cannot be the only one having this issue. Its beyond frustrating to say the least and this might be what causes me to break my brand loyalty.

Has anyone else experienced this issue with the OpenRun Pro 2s?

My mom got Openrun Shokz headphones for me as a christmas gift and they are easily the worst headphones ive ever used in my life. The sound quality is decent at best, but muffled. The controls are stupid as hell and hard to use, and they are not comfortable to lay down or lean your head against something in, as it pushes the headphones. In my experience, they only charge about half the times i plug them in and even when the charging light turns on to signal it is charging, when I get home its still fully dead. I tried to pair them with a different device and now I cannot get them to connect back with either one despite being in pairing mode. They just refuse to connect. The charger is a weird custom type so if it gets lost or damaged you’re kinda fucked. These headphones are just not worth the trouble and $130 price tag. The entire company is a gimmick.

To start, I am not an audiophile by any means, but I do understand that the "Shokz" brand serves a purpose and that isn't audiophile quality headphones. I will say though, the newest ones are a marked improvement over the original OpenRun Pro and the OpenFit.

I got an email from Shokz about their 14-day trial program for the ORP2 and figured why not? I've had my ORP1 for a couple of years now and bought the OpenFit when they released (pictured here are my 3rd set of OpenFit after 2 warranty replacement). I've worn the ORP2 for a run and a day at the office to test them out and I will say, the new speaker setup is substantially better than the ORP1 and OpenFit. Having one set of speakers for bone conduction while another set "targets" sound toward your ears makes more a much nicer listening experience.

The fit is similar to the originals, but a little heavier due to the new drivers. I don't see this being too much of an issue on longer runs or just daily wear. The band is the same size as the previous model. The best part about the new design (to me)? No more proprietary cable and port, it now has a USBC port and comes with a little cable.

The new design of the case is nice with a fatter, but shorter case with a little stash pocket for the included cable.

Lastly, I do plan to return these and not keep them. I do plan on purchasing them at a later date, but nearly $200 with taxes (US) is a tough pill when I already have 2 sets of Shokz that work fine (at least until this set of OpenFit crap out like my last 2). All in all, a solid upgrade from the previous model.

Hi all!

I am looking for a replacement for my Bose Soundsport. I saw that aftershockz could be an option, but i have no idea which model would be good for me? No special requirements from my side...

Those who use aftershockz - would you buy them again? Are there good bone-conduction alternatives?

Thanks for your help!!

Edit: thanks to all for your experiences you shared with me! The amount of messages and suggestions was overwhelming! 👏 I decided to order an OpenRun today. You really helped me a lot, this is a great sub! I hope somewhen i can share my experiences as well 😊👍

I recently started running again and noticed that I didn’t like running with my in-ear headphones (tried my Bose True Wireless Ultra (best of the bunch), Fit Beat Pro, Denon PerL Pro (worst in that regard), Beats Powerbeats Pro) for safety and for comfort reasons (the thumbing/thonking sound with each step…grrr). So I got the Shokz Openrun Mini to try them out and my first impression is very positive. I didn’t expect much in terms of sound but they’re actually better & louder than I thought and the internet had me believe. I also tried the Shokz Openrun Pro 2 but found them a bit too large and heavy (subjective it must be, because officially they’re only 4g heavier) for comfort and, worse, the sound leakage was significantly more pronounced with only marginal gains to the sound quality which is a poor trade-off to me. Now don’t get me wrong, they do sound better than the Openrun Mini, but they still don’t sound good, lol. I feel that sound quality is NOT one of the reasons to buy a pair of Shokz, I expect headsets with bone conduction to be adequate at best in terms of sound, or in the case of the Pro 2s, adequate +1. Any half-decent in-ear headphone will sound more complete (not to say the sound is bad, it just won’t be a match to even a cheap in-ear, not to mention a nice over-ear headphone). So to my taste I just didn’t see enough there in the Pro2 to deal with the extra size, weight, leakage and worse IPX rating of the Pro2 compared to the OpenRun Mini. Did my first session with the OpenRuns already and I absolutely love having the ability for my favourite music to drive me through my effort while still staying connected and aware of my environment.

One more word on sizing — Despite being a big guy (6’6” 250+ pounds) I chose to go with the Minis. I was certain I’d need the regular sized ones, but upon trying both, the tighter fit and less excess material dangling around the back of my head made me go for the minis. So if you’re interested in any of these def give the Minis a try also, you might prefer the fit.

Overall I’m really happy with my purchase (got these for 109€ new, which I feel is fair) and find them a perfect match for running & cycling sessions.

Hello guys, in this post i'm going to present you the top five best running headphones available on the market. I made this list in our personal preference and sorted it based on their prices, quality, durability, and reputation of the manufacturers.

Let's go!

• #1: Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds

Even relatively unknown vendors can make it onto a best headphones for running and workouts review if they have a product capable of impressing sporty types. Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 headphones fall into this category, promoting best-in- category audio performance and powerhouse bone conduction technology. Now pushing 10th generation bone cheek mids and air-delivered bass through dual- driver speakers, a nuanced listening experience is promised.

The wraparound form factor felt a little awkward at first, but the narrow rear band rested comfortably on the back of our staffers scalp. The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 headphones task an air driver with the delivery of crunchy bass, leaving mids and highs to the care of the bone conduction driver. While different from other operating principles explored in this review, this novel approach really does work very well indeed, producing outstanding musical tones.

Gym audiophile insights –Rich audio reproduction was one thing , but what about their sweat absorbing talents?Not to worry, sweat-busting IP55 rated materials earned them a workout badge of honor. Call quality, letting the gym fade into the background while a call to remember the milk on the way home, was also crisp and detailed. Wind reduction microphones even kept voice whine to a minimum as our reviewer took a call while whizzing by on her bicycle.

Review concluded, we could see how these headphones have become a part of gym culture. There’s no in-ear pressure to contend with, no sweating into silicone tips while adjusting a rubberized seal that messes with traffic awareness, either. The air conduction and bone conduction drivers just gently hug the scalp, conducting sound through a listener’s cheek bones via that colorful unibody frame.

Connected by wireless Bluetooth 5. 3, the Shokz headphones can last a full 12 hours on a single charge. Granted , made bigger to accommodate the unibody enclosure, the included case is large and not exactly pocket-sized, but it does a fine job of cradling these devices when they’re not in use.

• #2: Beats Fit Pro Wireless Earbuds

Still thinking about comfort, Beats Fit Pro earbuds showcase their comfort-fit wingtips. On testing, their secure grip locked tight but without hampering comfort. The experience while our reviewer was active was very pleasant. As for sound quality, the design engineers for Beats seem to have placed a great deal of emphasis on sports endurance, yet the earbuds still provided a remarkably crisp and balanced sound.

Active noise cancelling and a good transparency mode are both ably taken care of in the design as well. Otherwise, we wouldn’t have been able to spot a workout buddy when he was calling for help on the bench press. But it was the IPX4 rating that brought most comfort, as did the sweat proof S/M/L tips included with the lozenge-shaped charging box. Tips are more important than ever here, working with the wingtip flexible fins to make sure the buds stay put.

Gym audiophile insights – The fins work well when engaged in jogs and bench presses, although a little effort was needed to get them to sit well in different ear profiles. We also enjoyed the spatial audio, which uses head tracking, a wonderful feature when pushing through on a tough leg of a jog. An Apple H1 processor is inside the earbuds, actively cancelling outside sound and channeling the 3D audio.

The multi-function buttons were also a joy to work with, triggering transparency mode or taking a call. By the way,two beamforming mics and a wind cancelling feature are in-built, keeping voice calls crystal clear, even if the athlete in question is fighting against a tough breeze.

With built-in voice assistant control and reliable Bluetooth connectivity, we instantly felt like giving the Beats Fit Pro earbuds a positive review. A 6 hour noise cancelling battery life, 18 hours when the case is pocketed, was also borderline satisfactory, as was iOS and android compatibility.

• #3: Apple AirPods Pro 2

With IP54 splash and sweat resistance, AirPods Pro 2 earbuds aren’t quite waterproof, so we asked our tester not to shower with them after their sweaty workout session was over. They do, however, hit a performance sweet spot, making them ideal for indoor gym workouts and rainy jogs. Two big features hit hard at this point, and these were the powerful adaptive noise cancellation and user tailored spatial audio, creating an immersive music listening experience, no matter the activity.

Other than the under-thehood H2 processor boosting noise cancelling performance and 3D sound reproduction, we were smitten with the deep, booming bass, which arrived with crunch and low-frequency resonance thanks to the Apple engineered signature vented earbud design. Pressure equalization vents are a fine feature, one that exists to eliminate that ‘plugged ear’ feeling that can cause in-ear listener fatigue.

Gym audiophile insights – There’s a real depth and presence of acoustic warmth when music streams out of Apple AirPods. Better yet, the refreshed Pro 2 series scores big when it comes to processing lossless audio in real time. Going deeper into their glossy white bodies, 11mm drivers add a heavy thrum during a session on an elliptical machine, with Bluetooth delivered streams using reliable AAC and SBC audio codecs to get the distortionless best out of gym playlists. Also, as expected, touch controls on either earbud were incredibly intuitive.

For Apple-designed features, expect plenty of sensors and touch responsiveness. The transparency mode cleverly fades out a music stream, isolating voices while keeping loud machines silenced. Dolby Atmos is present, as added by supported audio services, and head tracked spatial audio works quite well, using head tracking sensors to adjust audio dynamics. The only issue we found of concern was the 5.5 hour battery life, but this is possibly due to a trade-off caused by the densely packed sensors and super-advanced H2 chip.

Apple AirPods Pro 2 earbuds don’t pull a punch when it comes to performance. Four pairs of silicone tips are included in the box, as is the MagSafe charging case. Call quality, tested during a tester’s jog down a busy main street, was also stellar, using dual beamforming mics to establish crisp conversations or ‘Hey Siri’ queries.

• #4: Sony WF-SP800 Sports Wireless Earbuds

One of the best sets of athletic wearables on the market right now, no one was surprised to see Sony WF-SP800 Sports Wireless earbuds make the this list. Their consummate all round, on-the-go audio performance, delivering punchy bass and driving mids, made the grade alongside a whole smorgasbord of sport-ready features. From IP55 rated sweat and splash resistance to adaptive noise cancelling, Sony engineers have your workout covered.

Some of the fins and fittings used to secure earbuds can be a bit hit and miss. With the Sony WF- SP800 earbuds, we didn’t experience any questionable comfort concerns. The pliable arc supporters contoured to our reviewer’s ear, never scratching, never causing pain or pressure. A fast-paced run around our office complex while taking perfectly audible calls served as an initial test, then it was time to turn up the volume with some Skrillex produced dubstep.

Gym audiophile insights – The deep bass rumbles of Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites, a Skrillex favorite, boomed from both dome-type 6mm speakers without distortion, working in tandem with adaptive noise cancelling to create a bubble of on-the-move dubstep. The environment adjusted to traffic and gym noise, muting all ambient sound with great gusto. What’s more, thanks to Bluetooth improvements, the audio was arriving independently, creating a stable connection between the source—an Android smartphone...and the L and R buds.

Speaking of, the touch controls on both buds were responsive. Playback and track control to the right, noise cancelling modes on the left, our tester could hold a conversation then slip back into his music playlist without any effort whatsoever. Tests of 360° audio and the ambient sound mode, even attempts to push low frequency responses higher on the Sound Connect App (iOS), we really put these headphones through the proverbial wringer.

With an extra-long 9 hour battery life, these buds kept right on performing. Finally, two sizes of hook-shaped arc supports are included alongside five sets of sized silicone tips and that all-important charging case.

• #5: JBL Reflect Aero TWS Earbuds

This trial by combat review placed two of our reviewers in contention, each wearing a pair of JBL Reflect Aero TWS headphones. Black and blue variants were not available, so they decided on the last remaining colors, mint and white. Opting for two different music genres, R&B and hip hop, it was Drake VS Usher, winner takes all. First up on the test schedule was adaptive noise cancelling, as aided by four inbuilt microphones.

It was a slam dunk for noise cancellation, making gym goers look like silent movie actors. The addition of six beamforming mics, three on either earbud, further rammed home their tech credentials, backing ANC quality with superb voice call fidelity. Hip hop or R&B, Drake or Usher, they both faded away as incoming calls were received. By the way, not necessarily as a treat, we took our reviewers to the beach for the day, and the IP68 enclosures didn’t have any trouble with the water or sand.

Gym audiophile insights – Large 6.8mm drivers reproduced every Drake bass note and richly delivered Usher lyric with authenticity, widening the sound stage to make both artists seem as if they were on the beach with our sunbathing reviewers. Also, having the aptly labelled ‘powerfins’ stabilizing both earbuds, there was no scrambling to find one if it became dislodged after a beach run. Points awarded to both reviewers, they downloaded the JBL Headphones App, taking time during the commute to the beach to adjust the EQ and select their preferred voice assistant.

Wireless Bluetooth 5.2 and multipoint connectivity were the last two ingredients in a device package that rose to our test challenges in the most dynamic manner. After a smartphone had run out of juice for the day, still beached, we used multipoint to hook up a second device. Then it was into the warm water, because we just had to test their 5 feet waterproofing. Spoilers, they performed without issue, although a quick rinse was used to wash of salty deposits.

Battery life sits around 7 hours, 8 when ANC is turned OFF. Then, for different ears, three differently sized tips are securely packed inside the JBL Reflect Aero AWS (True Wireless Stereo) box. Adding stability to that comfort-designed fit, three sets of Powerfins, each sized according to ear size, are also included. The compact pill-shaped charging case adds 14 more hours of sound canceled listening convenience, perfect for those long workout sessions that really push stamina.

PS: Go and check them out if you are looking for a new pair of headphones So let us know in the comments what are your favorite running headphones!

Thanks!!

I got fed up with my Corsair gaming headset because I couldn't hear the doorbell ring or any of my phone's reminders while I was wearing it, they got sweaty during long sessions, and the cups were starting to fray after barely 2 years. So when I heard about bone-conducting headphones from a friend, I figured I'd give them a look.

First I tried the Shokz OpenMove headphones ($80 MSRP), but they were just too tinny. You need to be able to recognize the sounds of what's going on around you in the games I like to play, and those sounds lost most of their bass tones while using these headphones. I also found that to make them loud enough to properly hear all the game sounds, they got really rattly. Ultimately, the OpenMove headphones were undesirable for gaming, so I returned them.

Then I tried the OpenRun Pro 2 headphones ($180 MSRP, but I got them for $140 at BestBuy), and while they certainly aren't cheap, they're great for gaming! They sound pretty much identical to my old headset (a Corsair Virtuoso Wireless XT, which cost me $230 in 2023), while still letting me hear all the things happening in my condo (even my kitties meowing at me for dinner).

They also have a distinct advantage over my old headset, since turning them off removes them from list of output devices in Windows, automatically setting my audio output back to my desktop speakers, and turning them back on again automatically sets the output back to the OpenRuns. It's a nice change of pace from having to manually change the inputs every time I stop/start wearing the headphones. The battery also easily lasts through an entire 3-4 hour gaming session, and turning the volume all the way up doesn't make them jiggle at all.

There are three minor disadvantages, tho:

1. The OpenRuns can't be used while they're charging, so I have to remember to plug them in after every major gaming session. This also automatically turns them off, which switches my audio output device back to my speakers. Bonus!

2. There's a very slight delay, probably due to BT lag. I'm talking like 1/5th of a second or less, tho. It's barely noticeable that the report from your gun comes a tiny fraction of a second later than when you click.

3. You really need a separate mic. At least for me, on Windows 11, enabling the OpenRun's mic caused the sound quality of the playback to go into the crapper. And my friends said that I sounded terrible on Discord voice chat, too.

Fortunately for #3, I'd been planning to get a desktop standing mic for months, and purchased it alongside the OpenMove, so I already had an alternate mic.

Back when I was researching which bone-conducting headphones to try out, I didn't see any mention of which would be good for gaming. So I made this post to hopefully help folks find what they're looking for when they search for the same info in the future.

Hello to every runners!

I was wondering what is better to wear when running - air vs bone conduction. I am well aware of how both technology works, but in terms of running, what is a better option? I like to run outside and I have the Galaxy Buds Pro; however, I am starting to realize that it can be dangerous without awareness of the surrounding. So, it would be nice what is more comfortable to wear (especially with someone who wears glasses) and which one can provide better awareness to the surroundings and lastly can you recommend me a good budget friendly earphones?

Edit: thank you everyone for your suggestions! I read them all and has helped a ton!