Shokz OpenDots Air
Shokz
67 Overall Score
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Sony WF-1000XM5
Sony
88 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Shokz OpenDots Air
No customer feedback yet
Sony WF-1000XM5
62 out of 100 high confidence 216 reviews
The Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, making them great for travel and workouts. However, a significant number of complaints focus on Bluetooth connectivity issues, poor ANC compared to previous models, and fit problems that cause discomfort or earbuds falling out. Battery life and case charging also draw criticism, with some users experiencing defects. Overall, while the audio performance is often lauded, reliability and fit concerns prevent a higher rating.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Great battery life
- Customizable app
Cons
- Bluetooth connectivity issues
- Poor ANC compared to previous models
- Fit problems causing discomfort
- Earbuds fall out easily
- Case battery drains quickly
Sound quality 25
Noise cancelling 20
Fit and comfort 18
Bluetooth connectivity 12
Battery life 10
Charging case 8
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Specifications
| Shokz OpenDots Air | Sony WF-1000XM5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | open-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | clip-on | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.01 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11.800000190734863 mm★ | 8.399999618530273 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | 100 Hz | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 97.5 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 102 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.1 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB Type C |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 9 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10min=2hrs | 3 Minutes for 1 Hour |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 36 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Not Applicable | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Shokz App | Sony Headphone Connect App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Shokz OpenDots Air
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Sony WF-1000XM5
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sony WF-1000XM5
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 40 specs.