OpenDots ONE Open-Ear Clip-On Bluetooth Earbuds, Black, Dolby Audio

Really pleasantly surprised by how much I love these! Backstory: I was a Samsung girlie for a long time, and really loved my Galaxy FE buds. Unfortunately the left earbud stopped working within a year of getting them (luckily they were under warranty and I got it replaced/fixed, but then the left one stopped working AGAIN within another 6 months, and the right one about two months after that. Sigh). But honestly, I loved them enough that I was going to just get them again and hope for the best... that is, until I read the reviews and saw SO many people complaining about how quickly they stopped working. So I decided I didn't want to risk it and went on the hunt for something different. I exhaustively read lots of reviews on several different earbuds, and was honestly getting discouraged until I read the reviews on these and saw that they were... gasp... actually mostly positive! I was intrigued. Then I remembered that a friend had highly recommended this brand, but the bone conducting headset (Open Run Pro2). I knew I would rather have individual earbuds vs something that wrapped around the back of my head, so the Open Dots seemed like they might be a better fit for my needs. I was skeptical that they would be too big and clunky, and that I would miss the noise cancelling option of my old ear buds. But to my surprise, I've really enjoyed them and think that I'm a convert now! They were super easy to set up and connect to my phone (had to download an app to tweak settings, but that was super simple too). They are comfortable and light despite being larger than your average bud. They also feel quite secure on my ear, and I'm not really worried about them falling off. I wear glasses and they don't get in the way at all (which I had worried about with the Open Run Pro 2 headset). I like that the buds are interchangeable (they both work in both ears). The sound is really very good for being "open air" style, enough so that I don't miss the noise canceling as much as I thought I would. Sometimes in extra loud situations (like someone talking loudly near you), it's annoying not to have, but for the most part it hasn't been a deal breaker for me. I actually kind of enjoy being able to hear the ambient noises of my surroundings more than I thought I would. When I have them paused, I can hear everything around me, including if someone needs to talk to me (aka I don't have to take the earbud out of my ear in order to hear them, which is really nice). I got the pink ones, and I really like the color... the shiny part is like a rose gold, and the matte part is more like a dusty rose color (so it feels more classy, and not punch you in the face pink). They also have a 2 year manufacturers warranty, which I think is awesome compared to the single year that most companies offer. Cons: - They aren't the most responsive to the double tapping. Shokz did release a firmware update to make them MORE sensitive, but then it kind of toes the line of being TOO sensitive/responsive, so I currently have that option turned off. It still works, it just usually takes a couple of intentional double tap tries. Pinching the battery part on the back of the ear works more reliably to pause/play, but I'm just so used to the double tap from my old set that I just do it instinctually. - The notification noises are quite loud. For awhile, I was having an issue when I had it paired to both my phone and my tablet, that when I walked in and out of range from the tablet while listening to music on my phone, it would make an unnecessarily loud notification noise in my ear as it disconnected/reconnected each time. I finally had to unpair it from my tablet altogether because it was driving me crazy. If that notification noise could be adjusted (or at least just lowered), that would be a huge improvement! Overall, I'm very happy with these and I'm glad I took the chance on them!! Here's hoping they last longer than my Galaxy FEs did!

I did some pretty extensive research on which open-ear headphones to purchase before deciding on the SHOKZ. I am happy to share my thoughts on the following to hopefully help with your decision! My overall rating is a 9/10. Size - Great size for small ears like mine. I often find in-ear headphones quite uncomfortable. The clip-on features is very soft and comfortable over long wearing periods. Sound - Great volume; definitely gets pretty loud. With the volume at 100%, my coworkers did say they could hear my music, though I wouldn't ever have it at full volume anyway. I will say that a large part of my decision to purchase these headphones was the Dolby Audio feature, and I am slightly disappointed in it. I was expecting a higher quality audio experience since Dolby is such a renowned audio brand and I feel like it lacks in these headphones. That's not to say the sound quality is poor; it's pretty great; I was just expecting more! I think it's the bass that lacks the most, and I have also tried the bass EQ mode. Features - I enjoy the touch features for pause/play and personalization in the app. I do also like that I can connect to multiple devices at one time. I haven't had any issues with the headphones not connecting/disconnecting like I have seen other reviews mention. I have an iPhone if that helps. They are also very lightweight - much lighter than airpods which I appreciate. Overall thoughts - These are a great open-ear headphone! If you are picky like me and like to do lots of research before purchasing, I highly recommend these. I would repurchase.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ EN: I’ve been using these headphones for a few days and have had a positive experience so far. The clip-on design feels lightweight and stays in place during daily activities. I like that they don’t sit inside the ear canal, which makes them more comfortable for longer listening sessions. The sound quality is clear for music, podcasts, and phone calls, and being able to hear some of the surrounding environment is useful when walking outside. Battery life has also been good and easily lasts through my normal daily use. Overall, these are comfortable, convenient headphones for everyday listening.

I love these. Pairing them to my iphone was quick and seamless. One of my favorite things is that you can wear either side in either ear. With other brands, I always end up mixing them up, so this just makes life easier. I use these a lot — easily 10–12 hours a day for calls, plus about an hour and a half at the gym for music. The quick charging has been a lifesaver because I can top them off quickly and keep going. Call quality has been great. I can hear people clearly, and I haven’t had any complaints about my mic. With my previous earbuds, people would say I sounded robotic or there was static, but that hasn’t happened with these at all. Music sounds really good too, especially for open-ear headphones. It’s clear and balanced, and I like that I can still be aware of my surroundings while listening, especially at the gym. The range has also been impressive. I’ve left my phone inside the house and walked out into my backyard, easily 30 feet away and more, and they stayed connected without any issues. Comfort is another big win. I used to have AeroFit 2s and the back of my ears would start to hurt after a while. That hasn’t been an issue here. These are lightweight, and the silicone that wraps around the ear is soft but still feels secure. I honestly forget I’m wearing them most of the time. You know when you find something you like so much you feel like you need a backup? That’s exactly how I feel about these. My only wish is that they were fully waterproof instead of just water resistant. I hate having to take them off before showering. Overall, these have been a great upgrade for me and something I use every single day.

The SHOKZ OpenDots ONE are a great pair of open-ear earbuds. They are lightweight, EXTREMELY comfortable, have long battery life and sound great. Bearing in mind they are open buds, they have good bass and clarity, and some tweaking of the sound can be accomplished via the app. For me, functionality is where they need improvement. The touch controls are pesky so I’ve resorted to adjusting the controls using only the device from which I’m listening. Single pairing is easy, however multipoint pairing can only be accomplished via the app. If not using the app, to switch between devices (no multipoint), you have to place the buds back in the case and perform the pairing function, and once connected to the 2nd device, the 1st device disconnects. For this price point SHOKZ should have done a better job with these two issues. If you’re wondering how they compare to the pricier Bose Ultra Open Earbuds, (I’ve had pair of Bose for quite some time), out the box the Bose sound better but not by a mind-blowing significant difference. Although comfortable in the short term, the Bose are also slightly heavier and I can tell the difference over time between the two. I should note this would probably only be an issue for people with smaller ears. The functionality on the Bose are definitely better than the SHOKZ. Battery life is about equal. Overall the SHOKZ are a solid, if not slightly over priced pair of open-ear earbuds.

Just received my Shokz OpenDots One Open ear headphones! Love them because the sound quality is amazing, crisp and clear! They also are super comfortable, sleek and easy to set up and use! You can’t even feel that they are on your ears because the size is perfect! The app was easy to download and set up was a breeze! I love that you can still be aware of your surroundings while enjoying high quality sound in your listening selections. My daughter has a different brand that was pricier, but I decided to try these because my usage will be less. The SHOKZ are comparable in quality and a great value for the price! Highly recommend!

I’ve tried a lot of headphones, including in-ear earbuds and over-the-head styles, and these are by far the most convenient for me. I have big, curly hair, and over-the-head headphones never sit right. I’m constantly adjusting them depending on how my hair falls, especially at the gym. With these, I don’t have to worry about that at all. Also, random but real, I have a big smile, and I’ve noticed with my in-ear earbuds that when I smile or my cheeks lift, they actually start to come out of my ears. That doesn’t happen with these at all. They stay in place, even when I’m moving around a lot. They’re very lightweight and comfortable. I wore them all day at work, moving around, and even tossing my head a bit, and they stayed secure. They connect easily to both my phone and my laptop, which makes them really versatile. I’ve used them for meetings, audiobooks, videos, and music, and everything sounds clear. People could also hear me clearly on calls. I also like that I can still hear what’s going on around me since they don’t sit inside your ear. The design is really nice too. The earbuds are sleek, and the case has a mix of matte and shiny black that looks really good. Battery life has been great so far. I charged them when I first got them and have used them for over 10 hours without needing to recharge. Last time I checked, one of the earbuds was still around 70 percent. Overall, I love these. They’re comfortable, practical, stay in place, and work really well for both everyday use and work.

So after developing some excessive ear wax build-up from keeping at least one of my AirPods Pro in for pretty much the entire day (while just working from my home where I didn't even need noise cancellation) I decided to take a deep look into the world of open-ear headphones. I watched dozens of videos (some a few times), read all the reviews, and while none of the ones I saw checked *all* of my boxes, the Shockz OpenDots One came the closest, so rather than buying a cheap pair I'd eventually want to upgrade and make e-waste, I decided to take the plunge and ordered the Shockz. While the feel took a day or two to get used to, once I settled on my preferred positioning of them, these quickly became the the best feeling earbuds of any type I can ever recall wearing. So back to my list of qualifications, here's what I was looking for: ✔︎ Auto play/pause ✔︎ Good (enough) sound quality - For open ear headphones, these exceeded my expectations, but of course the from factor is just never going to reach the peak of what you'd get out of in/over ear headphones ✔︎ Good battery life - Even as an all day wearer, after a month I have yet to get to "low battery" on these—these don't just have good battery life, they have fantastic battery life ✔︎ Wireless charging case ✔︎ Pocketable case - Some of the other open-ear headphones have massive cases, and this ones fully rounded design fits in my pocket even better than the AirPods Pro 2 case ✘ Mono-audio when only using one headphone Now I'm sure Apple is making the mono-audio thing more difficult, but from my research, the Sony LinkBuds Clip do have this feature, so it doesn't seem like its impossible. Add that to the fact that the Shockz have a great feature that switches channels automatically based on which ear you put the buds in (they are identical, so they can be switched to either ear at will) this feature just seems like an obvious add. Apple (again I know they have more system access to do some of these things) has been doing this since literally the first AirPods—that's actually what sold me on them initially after being one of those people who'd have a single wired "EarPod" in previously. I get that the open-design allows you to keep both in in more situations, but it just seems like an easy win. That is truly my only "feature" complaint with these things, and I ultimately set up a Shortcut to turn mono-audio on whenever I connect to the Shockz, as I do mostly use them for podcasts anyway, but does downgrade the music experience. Now for the other things that I've run into after using them—both of which strangely seems to have gotten worse over time (I wouldn't be making this comment if I didn't notice a pretty clear pattern): Issue 1: The buds can sometimes "lose sync" with each-other just slightly, causing the sound to play slightly ahead in one bud than the other. I only notice this after wearing them for a few hours, and once it happens, it does correct itself in a few seconds (usually), but also once it happens, it seems to happen again every 15 or so minutes unless you put the buds back in their case, close it for a few seconds, and then put them back in. I wouldn't say this always happens after a few hours of use, but probably 2-3 times/week I have the issue of this happening repeatedly until I re-connect them by putting them in the case. Issue 2: The tap controls. I actually prefer to the AirPods pinching controls (the original AirPods had tap controls as well). These started out working great from my experience, but then, after about a month, I've noticed them becoming less sensitive—the muscle memory I'd already built up to control them just wasn't doing it! I've even had the "increased sensitivity" setting on the entire time, and only had one false trigger. Controls like this need to be reliable or you just won't use them. Also, I can't say enough to establish a pattern, but I've had multiple times recently where I've tapped them, heard the feedback sound as if the play/pause control was triggered, and nothing happened! We can maybe attribute the last one to my phone, but the controls not triggering at all is all on Shockz. Overall, I really do love these things and only find myself using my AirPods when I'm on the train or somewhere that actually needs noise-cancellation. The issues I mentioned I hope can be fixed with software updates. The look does take some getting used to—but then again, when I first bought the original AirPods, those looked a bit weird too. Open-ear headphones are gaining steam, and I'm more than confident that the look will be a non-issue in no time. To sum it all up: These have become my daily drivers despite their (few) issues, and if Shockz drops the OpenDots 2 with all of my issues addressed, I'd seriously consider upgrading. And if Shockz does fix these issues with an update, I promise I will come back and update this review to a 5/5.

Love these open ear headphones! Perfect to use during workout.

Better comfort and sound quality than my Soundcore c30i

I’m really impressed with the SHOKZ OpenDots One , they’re lightweight, secure, and comfortable even during long wear. The open-ear design lets me stay aware of my surroundings while still enjoying clear, rich sound . The Bluetooth connection is stable, the mic picks up voice well, and the water resistance gives extra peace of mind for workouts or rainy days. Battery life is excellent too , I easily get close to the advertised 40 hours. Highly recommended if you want quality audio without blocking out the world!

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