Shokz OpenFit 2
Sony WF-1000XM6
What Buyers Say
Shokz OpenFit 2
The Shokz OpenFit 2 earphones are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional comfort, secure fit, and impressive open-ear sound quality with real bass. Users highlight the long 11-hour battery life, seamless multipoint connectivity, and the ability to stay aware of surroundings. While some desire more advanced audio codecs and a finer EQ, the core experience of fit, controls, and sound is considered top-tier, making them a daily essential for many.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort for all-day wear
- Real bass from open-ear design
- Long 11-hour battery life
- Secure fit for active use
- Clear awareness of surroundings
Cons
- Limited advanced audio codecs (no LDAC)
- Basic 5-band EQ feels outdated
- Volume control requires long press
- High price point for feature set
- Tricky to remove from charging case
Sony WF-1000XM6
The Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds are widely praised for their excellent noise cancellation, improved comfort, and clear sound quality. Users appreciate the textured surface that prevents slipping, the secure fit, and the long battery life. Call quality and microphone performance are also highlighted as strong points. Overall, these earbuds are seen as a worthy upgrade from previous models, especially for those seeking a high-end listening experience.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Improved comfort and fit
- Clear and balanced sound quality
- Textured surface prevents slipping
- Long battery life
Cons
- No negative points mentioned in reviews
Scores
Specifications
| Shokz OpenFit 2 | Sony WF-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | open-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-hook | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.07 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | DualBoost composite drivers | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 8.399999618530273 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 19 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SHOKZ OpenFit 2 Open-Ear Headphones,True Wireless Bluetooth Earphones with Microphone,Earhook Earbuds with 48 Hours of Playtime,Fast Charging,IP55 Water-Resistant,with Carrying Bag,Black,Bluetooth5.4 | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | SONY WF1000XM6/B Headphones |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 11 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 2 hours playback | 5 min for 1 hour playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 48 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Built-in voice control |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Shokz App | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Shokz OpenFit 2
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
Sony WF-1000XM6
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
Pricing
Shokz OpenFit 2 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 38 specs.
