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Updated January 10, 2024·
If price is a major deciding factor, the JLab Go Work Wireless may be more appealing due to its lower cost. However, consider that the Shokz OpenMove uses bone conduction technology which allows you to listen to audio content while keeping your ears free to hear your surroundings, making them safer for outdoor activities like cycling or running. Whereas, the JLab Go Work is designed more with office work in mind, offering features that may be beneficial for conference calls, such as a boom microphone for clearer voice pickup. So, if you need earbuds for an office environment, prefer better call quality, and are looking to save some money, go for the JLab Go Work Wireless. On the other hand, if you are an active person who values situational awareness and doesn't mind spending a little extra, the Shokz OpenMove would be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JLab Go Work Wireless
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Shokz OpenMove
- Good for phone calls
- Good for exercise
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
5.8
4.8
The JLab Go Work Wireless and Shokz OpenMove are both poor for music, though the JLab Go Work Wireless is somewhat better.
Phone Calls
6.3
7.8
The Shokz OpenMove is good for phone calls, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.6
7.9
The Shokz OpenMove is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair.
TV and Video
5.5
5.0
The JLab Go Work Wireless and Shokz OpenMove are both poor for TV and video, though the JLab Go Work Wireless is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
4.6
2.5
The JLab Go Work Wireless and Shokz OpenMove are both poor for noise reduction, though the JLab Go Work Wireless is somewhat better.
Battery
47.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The JLab Go Work Wireless has 47 hours of battery life. The Shokz OpenMove has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$50
$80
$0
$20
$40
$60
$80
$100
The JLab Go Work Wireless has a price of $50 and the Shokz OpenMove costs $80.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The JLab Go Work Wireless has excellent build quality, while the Shokz OpenMove has very good build quality.
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Gaming
5.3
4.9
The JLab Go Work Wireless and Shokz OpenMove are both poor for gaming.
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How the JLab Go Work Wireless and the Shokz OpenMove compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JLab Go Work Wireless | Shokz OpenMove |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$50 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JLab | Shokz | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | September 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 5.8/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 7.1/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 47 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.1 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 170 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 5 | |
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JLab Go Work Wireless
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Headphone Check
Maike Paeßens | 2021
"If you are going to criticise the JLab Go Work, it would be for the cables, which are to some extent too short for their intended use, and for its rather harsh treble reproduction above moderate volume levels in music mode. However, the call quality during telephone calls and video conferences in voice mode via wireless and via cable is impeccable. This handy Bluetooth headset also scores points with its excellent battery life and support for multipoint connections."
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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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