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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and are willing to invest more, the HifiMan Edition XS would likely offer superior audio performance with a more traditional over-ear design, providing a rich and immersive listening experience. However, the Shokz OpenMove, while less expensive, uses bone conduction technology, which keeps your ears open to surrounding noise—ideal for outdoor activities where situational awareness is important. The tradeoff is that bone conduction headphones typically don't deliver the same level of bass and overall sound fidelity as traditional headphones. The OpenMove is also more portable and likely more durable for active use, whereas the HifiMan is better suited for a quiet environment where you can appreciate its audio quality without interruptions. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HifiMan Edition XS
- Very good for music
- Good for gaming
- Best in class for TV and video
Advantages of the Shokz OpenMove
- Good for phone calls
- Good for exercise
Key differences
Music
8.8
4.8
The HifiMan Edition XS is very good for music, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Gaming
7.4
4.9
The HifiMan Edition XS is good for gaming, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Phone Calls
5.0
7.8
The Shokz OpenMove is good for phone calls, while the HifiMan Edition XS is poor.
TV and Video
9.5
5.0
The HifiMan Edition XS is best in class for TV and video, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Battery
N/A
6.0 Hours
The HifiMan Edition XS does not have a battery. The Shokz OpenMove has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$269
$80
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The HifiMan Edition XS has a price of $269 and the Shokz OpenMove costs $80.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.9
7.9
The Shokz OpenMove and HifiMan Edition XS are both good for podcasts and audiobooks.
Noise Reduction
2.5
2.5
The HifiMan Edition XS and Shokz OpenMove are both poor for noise reduction.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The HifiMan Edition XS and Shokz OpenMove both have very good build quality.
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How the HifiMan Edition XS and the Shokz OpenMove compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HifiMan Edition XS | Shokz OpenMove |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$269 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | HifiMan | Shokz | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | December 1, 2021 | September 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.9/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.5/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9.5/10 | 5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 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 | 2.5/10 | 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) | 421 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 5 | |
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HifiMan Edition XS
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Headphonesty
Eric D Hieger | January 2023
"The Edition XS easily compete with headphones in their price range with a very high price-to-performance ratio. The XS are an amazing value and offer performance not far off from headphones more than twice their cost. These will be a mind-blowing revelation for enthusiasts and music lovers who have only heard standard big-brand mainstream headphones."
Shokz OpenMove
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Sound Guys
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 HifiMan
HiFiMAN is a Chinese, high-end, audio product manufacturer, with 20 years of experience, that specializes in amplifiers, digital audio players and planar magnetic headphones, some of which have become a staple in the audiophile community such as the entry-level Sundara, the midrange Edition X, and the very well-regarded, high-end, Arya.
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