Shokz OpenFit 2+ Feature Scores
Explore all 44 feature scores for Shokz OpenFit 2+, organized into pros and cons.
Scores by Feature
Summary
44 reviewed features-
Very positive 4.5-5.016 (36%)
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Positive 3.5-4.416 (36%)
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Neutral 2.5-3.47 (16%)
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Negative 1.5-2.44 (9%)
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Very negative below 1.51 (2%)
Pros
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Battery life received strong agreement as excellent, long-lasting, or a non-issue for daily use, training, and long sessions.
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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.
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Reviewers broadly praised the open-ear sound as unusually strong, clear, balanced, or top-tier for the category, though SoundGuys treated it as below critical-listening earbuds and one runner focused mainly on clear voice playback.
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Physical buttons were widely praised as easier, more reliable, and more comfortable than touch-only controls, though one ultrarunner wanted an on/off button.
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Multipoint was repeatedly described as smooth, seamless, convenient, or reliable for switching between phones, laptops, watches, and other devices.
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Weight comfort was consistently praised; reviewers repeatedly said the earbuds felt very light or nearly disappeared on-ear.
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Charging was praised for wireless convenience and quick top-ups, but one review reported case charging behavior that could leave earbuds undercharged.
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Treble drew mostly positive comments for crispness, sparkle, and detail, while SoundGuys found the treble weak and less detailed in busy mixes.
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Value was usually positive for first-time buyers because reviewers saw the $10-$20 Plus premium or category price as justified, though existing OpenFit 2 owners may not need to upgrade.
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Bass was often better than expected for open-ear earbuds, especially with EQ or Dolby, but several reviewers still noted limited punch and depth compared with sealed earbuds.
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Water and sweat resistance was generally reassuring for rain, sweat, and workouts, though reviewers warned against submersion and sweat-related charging care.
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Spatial/Dolby audio was usually praised for richer, wider, more immersive sound, but some reviewers preferred it for video or podcasts over music and one found it gimmicky.
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The app was generally considered useful, simple, or feature-rich for EQ, firmware, controls, Dolby, and tracking, though a few reviews described it as minimal or not essential.
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Stability was strong for running, workouts, and general movement, but reviewers found caveats with helmets, buffs, high-impact jumps, or losing an earbud when removing layers.
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Call quality was mostly praised as clean, clear, or very good, with caveats around wind, crowded cafés, or heavy processing.
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Midrange and vocals were generally described as clean, natural, energetic, or more forward, with the strongest praise coming from music-focused reviews.
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Sound leakage was generally better than expected for open-ear earbuds at reasonable volumes, but reviewers still warned that higher volumes can be heard nearby.
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Most reviewers who discussed high-volume behavior heard clean playback without distortion, though one warned that very high volume could sound cranky.
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EQ customization was a clear strength: reviewers liked tweaking sound, custom EQ, and personal preference controls, though one app workflow was limited.
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Microphone noise reduction generally handled traffic, background noise, or indoor noise well, but wind remained the recurring weak scenario.
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Dolby and the open presentation usually expanded the stage, but SoundGuys felt the spatial positioning was more artificial than genuinely dimensional.
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Instrument separation was praised when reviewers heard clean, distinct instruments or stereo separation without muddying vocals and guitars.
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Preset EQ opinions were mostly positive for Bass Boost, Treble Boost, and Vocal/voice modes, with one technical review saying presets help compensate for open-ear limitations.
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Volume was usually enough for music, calls, and outdoor use, but reviewers split on headroom in noisy places, with some wanting more output.
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Build quality was praised through flexible/durable ear hooks and robust-feeling materials.
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Design and aesthetics were praised as classy, understated, premium, sleek, and among the best-looking open-ear designs tested.
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Setup simplicity was supported by the convenient pairing button and the fact that app use is not required for basic functions.
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Android compatibility received one direct positive test result alongside iOS compatibility.
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The one explicit clamping-force assessment was very positive because the reviewer felt no clamping pressure at all.
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Multi-platform compatibility was positively supported by tested compatibility across Android and iOS.
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USB-C received one explicit positive mention for avoiding proprietary charging cables.
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One reviewer found video latency minimal and acceptable for casual gaming, while noting no dedicated gaming mode elsewhere in the review.
Cons
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Reviewers consistently framed ANC as absent or unsuitable for noise-cancellation seekers, treating the product as intentionally awareness-first instead.
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Passive isolation is essentially not the point of the design; the cited reviewer emphasized that the earbuds do not isolate the listener from the world.
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Codec support drew criticism from one reviewer because the earbuds lack high-end Bluetooth codecs.
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Only SoundGuys offered an opinionated frequency-response critique, finding upper mids and treble below its preferred target.
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LDAC was specifically missed by one reviewer who expected it on a premium open-ear product.
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Portability had one notable criticism from an ultrarunner who found carrying the case extra weight and space during long races.
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Touch control usefulness was limited in the cited review because the touchpad was mainly restricted to voice assistant activation.
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Find My-style feedback was mixed: some reviewers liked ringing/tracking features, while others complained about missing true case Find My support or losing tracking when the battery died.
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Sensor feedback was mixed: one review praised wear detection, while another wished smart sensors were included.
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Voice assistant integration exists through limited touch or button customization, but reviewers treated it as secondary rather than a standout feature.
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Bluetooth behavior was mixed: reviewers liked seamless single-bud use, but others reported earbuds staying connected in the case or draining phone battery without an off switch.
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Case quality was mixed: reviewers liked the size/design and wireless charging, but cited a pinch hazard, poor low-battery signaling, and non-waterproof case limitations.