Best 2025 Open-Ear Headphones for Comfort during long use

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#1 H2O Audio Sonar 2 Pro
5.0

Once fitted under goggle straps or a swim cap, the headset can all but disappear during a workout. Two testers said it became effectively unnoticeable.

Pros: Comfort during long use, Water/sweat resistance rating

Cons: Equalizer customization, Sound leakage

#2 Shokz OpenFit 2
5.0

Comfort is one of the strongest consensus areas, with many reviewers saying the buds work for long runs, workouts, glasses, and all-day wear.

Pros: Microphone noise reduction, Bluetooth

Cons: Active noise cancellation, Codec support

#3 Shokz OpenFit 2+
4.9

Comfort was one of the strongest points across nearly every review, with repeated praise for long-wear softness, low fatigue, and all-day active use.

Pros: Clamping force comfort, Battery

Cons: Active noise cancellation, Noise isolation (passive)

#4 JLab JBuds Open
4.6

Most users praise the cool, breathable fit and wear the headphones for hours without fatigue or sweaty ears. Comfort is highly ear-shape dependent, because shallow cups can press the driver...

Pros: Headband adjustability, Voice assistant integration

Cons: Maximum volume clarity, Xbox compatibility

#5 Soundcore AeroClip Earbuds
4.6

Long-wear comfort was the product's strongest theme; most reviewers could wear them for hours or forget they were on, though a few experienced pinching or discomfort.

Pros: Android compatibility, Software/setup simplicity

Cons: Active noise cancellation, Noise isolation (passive)

#6 EarFun OpenJump Open Ear Earbuds
4.4

Comfort was a major strength across most reviews, with many reviewers reporting all-day wearability or no fatigue, though one glasses-wearer disagreed.

Pros: Codec support, Water/sweat resistance rating

Cons: Noise isolation (passive), Design and Aesthetics

#7 Edifier LolliClip Earbuds
4.1

Comfort is a major strength overall, with many reviewers forgetting they were wearing the buds, though some felt pressure or fatigue.

Pros: Weight comfort, Interchangeable left/right bud design

Cons: Smudge resistance, Voice assistant integration