Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Shokz OpenRun SHOKZ S820
What Buyers Say
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
The Bowers & Wilkins PX8 S2 headphones are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, premium build, and comfort. Users highlight the detailed, balanced audio, luxurious materials, and effective ANC, though some note that ANC is not the best in class and the price is high. A few minor complaints include the bulky case, control placement, and call quality, but overall, these are considered top-tier headphones for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build materials
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price
- ANC not best in class
- Bulky carrying case
- Controls placement awkward
- Call quality average
Shokz OpenRun SHOKZ S820
The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 earns overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional battery life, all-day comfort, and impressive sound quality, especially with the app's EQ adjustments. Users highlight the open-ear design as a major advantage for situational awareness during outdoor activities and clear call quality with effective noise cancellation. A few reviewers note that the bass could be stronger and that maximum volume may not be sufficient in very noisy environments, with isolated reports of a device failing after two months.
Pros
- Exceptional battery life
- All-day wearing comfort
- Impressive sound quality with app EQ
- Clear call quality with noise cancellation
- Open-ear design for situational awareness
Cons
- Bass could be stronger
- Maximum volume insufficient in noisy environments
- Not comfortable when lying down
- Occasional vibration at high volume
- EQ presets could be improved
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Shokz OpenRun SHOKZ S820 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | None |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | Ni-Ti alloy memory wire |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | bone conduction |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Impedance | — | 8 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | SHOKZ New OpenRun Pro 2- Bone Conduction Headphones, Open-Ear Bluetooth Wireless Sport Earphones for Running, Workouts - Sweat Resistant, Secure Comfortable Fit -Deep Bass, Smart Mic, Reflective Strip |
| Surround | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, High-Res Playback, 30H Playtime with Quick Charge Support, Bluetooth Headphones, Onyx Black | Bowers | SHOKZ New OpenRun Pro 2- Bone Conduction Headphones, Open-Ear Bluetooth Wireless Sport Earphones for Running, Workouts - Sweat Resistant, Secure Comfortable Fit -Deep Bass, Smart Mic, Reflective Strip |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | — |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | 12 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 1 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours | 5min/2.5h |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | Shokz App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
Shokz OpenRun SHOKZ S820
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong comfort (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average battery (22nd percentile)
Pricing
Shokz OpenRun SHOKZ S820 offers 3.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 38 specs.
