The Shokz OpenFit 2 promises better sound and longer battery life

In 2023, Shokz deviated from their bone conduction roots with a pair of open “air conduction” wireless earbuds. While Shokz OpenFit Better sound delivery from Bone conduction modelsThat wasn’t saying much. Their audio was still hit or miss, and some users were having issues with the precise touch controls. in Consumer Electronics Show 2025the company is back with the $180 OpenFit 2, which appears to have solutions to both problems, as well as a new bone conduction headset for office calls.

The Shokz OpenFit 2 has a tweeter and tweeter in each earbud for more dynamic sound. (The first-generation model only has one driver per ear.) The company has also improved its bass algorithm, which “boosts dynamic low-frequency vibrations directly to your ear.”

The design of the open earbuds hasn’t changed significantly from the original OpenFit design: the hook still wraps around each ear with a bud on the outside. But Shokz designed the new model’s earhook with softer silicone (for more comfort) and a tighter curve (for improved stability). The company says it “conforms to the contour of your ear for a personalized, comfortable fit.” Each earbud weighs 9.4 grams (0.33 ounces). You can order it in black or beige.

The 2023 model uses touch controls, which isn’t always the best input solution for the small surfaces of earbuds. So, the new model has multi-function physical buttons as well as touch controls, which should help prevent or reduce accidental touches.

The OpenFit 2 is rated for up to 11 hours per charge (up from seven hours on the first-gen model) or 48 hours when factoring in the bundled charging case. They also have a better water resistance rating (IP55 vs. IP54 originally) and Bluetooth 5.4.

Shokz also has a new desktop headset, OpenMeet, which looks like a redesigned spiritual successor to it OpenComm series. Like other workplace headphones, these look a bit clumsy, with the long microphone stem protruding toward the mouth area. Similar to the OpenComm, the earpiece is placed in front of the ear rather than on, in, or around the ear. But the main difference is that OpenMeet extends its scope more On top of the head, not behind it.

The company says the OpenMeet is designed to feel weightless, thanks to a five-point design that distributes its 78g weight with minimal pressure. Its audio combines bone conduction and air, and the company says its (funnily named) “LeakSlayer 3.0” technology helps reduce sound leakage to help keep your calls private.

OpenMeet uses a dual microphone system Qualcomm cVc noise reduction technologywhich Shokz claims reduces background noise by up to 98.6 percent. It has a dedicated mute button, Bluetooth 5.4, and up to 15 hours of battery life.

The Shokz OpenFit 2 is available today for $180 USD Company websiteAmazon and its retail partners (including Best Buy and Target). Meanwhile, the OpenMeet headset is being sold through the company’s website Business website.