Brand: Shokz
Category: Running General
Recommended by Shelby Farrell, Athlete. Marketing Professional. Cat Mom. — Morrisville, Vermont
Highlights: comfortable
OpenDots 2 by Shokz redefines your audio experience with its innovative design and superior sound quality, making it the perfect companion for both active lifestyles and everyday use. Enjoy crystal-clear audio while staying aware of your surroundings, thanks to its unique open-ear technology. 1. Open-ear design allows for ambient sound awareness, ensuring safety during outdoor activities. 2. Advanced audio technology delivers rich, high-fidelity sound for an immersive listening experience. 3. Lightweight and ergonomic construction ensures comfort during extended wear, perfect for workouts or daily commutes. 4. Sweat and water-resistant materials make it ideal for use in various weather conditions and during intense exercise. 5. Long-lasting battery life provides up to 10 hours of continuous playtime, keeping you entertained throughout the day. 6. Bluetooth connectivity allows for seamless pairing with smartphones and other devices, enhancing versatility. 7. Built-in microphone enables hands-free calling, making it convenient for multitasking on the go. OpenDots 2 is designed for active individuals who prioritize both sound quality and safety. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, commuters, and fitness lovers, this product excels in environments where awareness of surroundings is crucial, such as running, cycling, or walking in urban settings. Its durable and weather-resistant features make it suitable for year-round use, ensuring you can enjoy your favorite audio content in any situation.
Price: $199.95
- Who it's for
- Runners, trail athletes, and active users who sweat heavily and need earbuds that work alongside glasses or hats. Also suits people who want all-day wearability across mixed settings—workouts, work, and everyday use.
- What people are saying
- Hosts consistently praise the secure fit, sweat/water resistance, comfort with glasses and hats, and the ability to hear ambient environment while listening. Battery life (cited as 10 hours with fast recharge) and multi-device pairing are frequently highlighted; no notable criticism appears across the notes.
- Worth noting
- Notes are uniformly positive with no dissenting opinions, so take the one-sided picture at face value. Downpour resistance and multi-device pairing are called out as practical differentiators for active, on-the-go users.
Shelby Farrell's review
Because sometimes you need a little hype spike in the middle of a tough run.
Recommended by Shelby Farrell, Athlete. Marketing Professional. Cat Mom.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the OpenDots 2 for?
Runners, trail athletes, and active users who sweat heavily and need earbuds that work alongside glasses or hats. Also suits people who want all-day wearability across mixed settings—workouts, work, and everyday use.
What do experts say about the OpenDots 2?
Hosts consistently praise the secure fit, sweat/water resistance, comfort with glasses and hats, and the ability to hear ambient environment while listening. Battery life (cited as 10 hours with fast recharge) and multi-device pairing are frequently highlighted; no notable criticism appears across the notes.
What should you know before buying the OpenDots 2?
Notes are uniformly positive with no dissenting opinions, so take the one-sided picture at face value. Downpour resistance and multi-device pairing are called out as practical differentiators for active, on-the-go users.
What does Shelby Farrell say about the OpenDots 2?
Because sometimes you need a little hype spike in the middle of a tough run.
Why does Shelby Farrell recommend Shokz?
Shelby Farrell recommends the Shokz OpenDots 2 for running general. Because sometimes you need a little hype spike in the middle of a tough run.
Is the OpenDots 2 a good running general?
Yes — Shelby Farrell recommends the OpenDots 2 by Shokz as their running general pick. Because sometimes you need a little hype spike in the middle of a tough run.
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What other hosts are saying
6 experts recommend the Shokz OpenDots 2.
Great sound but also be able to hear your environment Very comfortable fit Use them on all my trail runs 10hrs playtime, fast recharge
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Rachel Bambrick, Ultrarunning coach & community leader
Such great battery life and they stay super secure in your ear! Lets me jam out to 00's pop punk all day long!
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Emily Keddie, Ultra/Mountain Runner and Coach
These are the best earbuds I have ever owned. I've gone through far too many that have stopped connecting to my phone or were not sweat/water resistant enough. I am also definitely not an over-the-ear headphone person: I can't do hat/sunglasses and over-ear headphones, so when Shokz came out with these I jumped on them and use them religiously. Great sound quality and really comfortable and secure.
Recommended in Trail and Ultra Running
The newest and most favorite of my Shokz collection so far. I wear them at work. I wear them on the trail. I wear them running. I'm actually wearing them right now as I'm typing this. I love the dots for the convenience and comfort. They don't interfere with any glasses or hats. They have an extraordinary battery life. The sound - plus being able to hear my environment - is perfect. Down pour resistant. Sweat resistant. Multi-device pairing. No notes. Buy these.
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These for me are the best for running! I’m someone who sweats a lot and using this has been great because my sweat does not affect the ear piece and its sounds amazing on runs and rides
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