I had never used bone conduction headphones before but honestly I'm so impressed! I got the full size originally, although the smaller size is definitely better (i exchanged them). They charge quickly and have a long battery life. Buttons are simple and intuitive, bluetooth connectivity is great. I can wear them no problem with a bike helmet, while I run, even in the shower, my dad even wears them under a ski helmet. My family of 4 all tried my pair and loved them so much they all got a pair and use them often! If you are using them in a very loud place, like a gym with other music playing or a bus station, the sound obviously does get overwhelming, but that's the whole point usually! I **love** being able to hear my surroundings while listening to things simultaneously. Game changer, especially as an outdoor athlete. I'm an avid cyclist, and wear them on rides with friends occasionally, and I can clearly hear my music/whatever is playing while also seamlessly having a conversation with them. They are usually fine on phone calls, although they don't do too well with wind noise while on the phone, so sometimes people can't hear me on the phone if I am riding my bike in the wind!
I was afraid because some people said the sound wasn't loud enough, but they are great. The only probably I have is that the back band doesn't sit flush against my head so if I wear a winter coat, the band forward is pushed by the hood. But overall, these are what I had hoped for!
I owned and loved my original pair of aftershokz (trekz air?) to my new open run. i love the open run small's tighter fit agains back of my head, I can lay down on a pillow with them. Their sound quality is superior and I feel the fit is better. Run time was great in the trekz air but i lost them. The new open run may have an eletrical issue which I will reach out to customer support about, BUT their battery life, charge convenience and sound quality are superior!
I’ve never been able to wear ear buds due to discomfort. My husband has had the Shokz headphones for a few years and they are attached to his head almost 24/7. Decided to treat myself and see what all the fuss is about. I love them! A joy to wear while cooking! A joy to wear out walking! Can still hear the traffic (which I want for safety) as well as hear the podcast! Genius. Thank you!!!