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Updated January 10, 2024·
If audio fidelity is a priority and you prefer a traditional over-ear design, the AKG K361 offers superior sound quality and isolation, but at a higher price. On the other hand, the Shokz OpenMove uses bone conduction technology which is great for situational awareness, especially outdoors or when exercising. Also, if cost is a concern and you value the ability to stay aware of your surroundings, the OpenMove may be the better choice despite offering a different type of sound experience than traditional headphones. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K361
- Good for music
- Good for TV and video
- Good for air travel
Advantages of the Shokz OpenMove
- Good for phone calls
- Good for exercise
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.5
4.8
The AKG K361 is good for music, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Gaming
6.3
4.9
The AKG K361 is only fair for gaming, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Phone Calls
3.2
7.8
The Shokz OpenMove is good for phone calls, while the AKG K361 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.0
7.9
The Shokz OpenMove is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the AKG K361 is poor.
TV and Video
7.8
5.0
The AKG K361 is good for TV and video, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
2.5
The AKG K361 is only fair for noise reduction, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Battery
N/A
6.0 Hours
The AKG K361 does not have a battery. The Shokz OpenMove has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$99
$80
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
$160
The AKG K361 has a price of $99 and the Shokz OpenMove costs $80.
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Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The AKG K361 and Shokz OpenMove both have very good build quality.
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How the AKG K361 and the Shokz OpenMove compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K361 | Shokz OpenMove |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$99 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | Shokz | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2018 | September 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.5/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.4/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.9/10 | 5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 7.1/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.1 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 219 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 5 | |
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AKG K361
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Alex Rowe | November 2019
"The K361 retains much of what makes the K371 such a winner, though it has a leaner sound, and the build changes made to trim the price down are immediately apparent. Still, it’s another excellent offering from AKG, and other companies in this fight should either be very worried or quickly designing updates to their old models."
Shokz OpenMove
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Lily Katz | May 2023
"The Shokz OpenMove are a bit more affordable than the company's other bone conduction headphones, making them a more appealing option for athletes on a budget. These headphones support premium features like multipoint connectivity and a durable build, but you lose other niceties like fast charging and a long battery life. Still, for less than $80, these are nice bone conduction headphones that will keep you safe when exercising."
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