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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and noise isolation for focused listening sessions, the Audio Technica ATH M30X are over-ear, closed-back headphones that offer a higher sound quality and some passive noise isolation. They are wired, which ensures stable connectivity but restricts mobility compared to wireless options. Conversely, the Shokz OpenMove use bone conduction technology, which allows you to remain aware of your surroundings while listening to audio, making them a safer choice for outdoor activities or exercise. They also feature a sweatproof design and a built-in mic, enabling hands-free calls, but offer lower sound quality and virtually no noise isolation due to their open design. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audio Technica ATH M30X
- 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
7.6
4.8
The Audio Technica ATH M30X is good for music, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Gaming
6.6
4.9
The Audio Technica ATH M30X is only fair for gaming, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Phone Calls
4.3
7.8
The Shokz OpenMove is good for phone calls, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.9
7.9
The Shokz OpenMove is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X is only fair.
TV and Video
7.9
5.0
The Audio Technica ATH M30X is good for TV and video, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
2.5
The Audio Technica ATH M30X is only fair for noise reduction, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Battery
N/A
6.0 Hours
The Audio Technica ATH M30X does not have a battery. The Shokz OpenMove has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$89
$80
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
$160
The Audio Technica ATH M30X has a price of $89 and the Shokz OpenMove costs $80.
Build Quality
7.2
8.5
The Shokz OpenMove has very good build quality, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X has good build quality.
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How the Audio Technica ATH M30X and the Shokz OpenMove compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Audio Technica ATH M30X | Shokz OpenMove |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$89 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audio Technica | Shokz | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2014 | September 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.7/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.6/10 | 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 | 7.2/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 220 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 5 | |
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Audio Technica ATH M30X
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Soundguys
Jasper Lastoria | August 2023
"The Audio-Technica ATH-M30x is a great choice for anybody that needs a decent set of over-ear studio monitors. While the frequency response is not totally spot on, it works for basically every situation reasonably well. The sound quality and reasonably good comfort promote its candidacy as a great pick for $69 USD."
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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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About Audio Technica
Audio Technica is a 60-year-old, Japan-based, professional audio equipment manufacturer. They started off making phonograph cartridges and have expanded their scope of products ever since to include extremely popular models of microphones and headphones. They have been the official audio equipment supplier of several editions of the Summer and Winter Olympics and every edition of the Grammy Awards since 1998.
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