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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Koss Porta Pro with mic are open on-ear headphones that lend themselves to a more traditional listening experience, suitable if you prefer a classic design with added calling capability via an in-line microphone. They may offer a richer sound in the midrange frequencies which typically benefits vocals and instrumentation. On the other hand, the Shokz OpenMove uses bone conduction technology, allowing you to hear your surroundings while listening to audio, which is ideal for outdoor activities where situational awareness is important, such as running or cycling. They are also likely to be more durable and sweat-resistant, but may provide less bass impact than the Koss due to the nature of bone conduction technology. Both options are similarly priced, so decision should be based on your lifestyle needs and sound preference. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Koss Porta Pro (with mic)
- Very good for music
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Shokz OpenMove
- Good for phone calls
- Good for exercise
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.2
4.8
The Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is very good for music, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Gaming
8.2
4.9
The Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is very good for gaming, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Phone Calls
6.1
7.8
The Shokz OpenMove is good for phone calls, while the Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
7.9
The Shokz OpenMove is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is only fair.
TV and Video
7.6
5.0
The Koss Porta Pro (with mic) is good for TV and video, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Battery
N/A
6.0 Hours
The Koss Porta Pro (with mic) does not have a battery. The Shokz OpenMove has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$60
$80
$50
$60
$70
$80
$90
$100
The Koss Porta Pro (with mic) has a price of $60 and the Shokz OpenMove costs $80.
Build Quality
6.0
8.5
The Shokz OpenMove has very good build quality, while the Koss Porta Pro (with mic) has only fair build quality.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
2.5
2.5
The Koss Porta Pro (with mic) and Shokz OpenMove are both poor for noise reduction.
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How the Koss Porta Pro (with mic) and the Shokz OpenMove compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Koss Porta Pro (with mic) | Shokz OpenMove |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$60 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Koss | Shokz | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 1984 | September 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.3/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.7/10 | 5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.2/10 | 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 | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 63.5 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | In-Line | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 5 | |
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Koss Porta Pro (with mic)
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Sebastian Taboada | February 2022
"It’s clear to see why these have been such a popular choice amongst listeners for nearly four decades. It’s a charming pair of headphones that delivers a truly enjoyable listening experience and one that I think punches well above its weight."
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 Koss
Koss is an American headphone manufacturer established in 1953. In 1958, they created the first set of stereophones, that is headphones with stereo sound, and in 1984 they released the world-famous Porta Pro, a set of on-ear headphones that has remained essentially unchanged for more than 30 years and that is still made, sold and loved by many audio enthusiasts around the world today.
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