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Updated April 11, 2024·
The KZ ZSN Pro X are budget-friendly earbuds with good overall sound quality and very good build quality, suitable if you want a wired connection and prioritize audio fidelity for music and TV. They come with a detachable cable and are a better choice for quieter environments. On the other hand, the Shokz OpenMove uses bone conduction and may be more comfortable for long periods, with very good mic quality, making them great for calls. They're also wireless, sweatproof, and dustproof, hence better suited for workouts or outdoor activities. However, they sacrifice sound quality compared to the KZ ZSN Pro X. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro X
- 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
7.0
4.8
The KZ ZSN Pro X is good for music, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Gaming
5.9
4.9
The KZ ZSN Pro X and Shokz OpenMove are both poor for gaming, though the KZ ZSN Pro X is somewhat better.
Phone Calls
3.1
7.8
The Shokz OpenMove is good for phone calls, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.7
7.9
The Shokz OpenMove is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is poor.
TV and Video
7.3
5.0
The KZ ZSN Pro X is good for TV and video, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
2.5
The KZ ZSN Pro X is only fair for noise reduction, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Battery
N/A
6.0 Hours
The KZ ZSN Pro X does not have a battery. The Shokz OpenMove has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$22
$80
$0
$20
$40
$60
$80
$100
The KZ ZSN Pro X has a price of $22 and the Shokz OpenMove costs $80.
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Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The KZ ZSN Pro X and Shokz OpenMove both have very good build quality.
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How the KZ ZSN Pro X and the Shokz OpenMove compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| KZ ZSN Pro X | Shokz OpenMove |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$22 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | KZ | Shokz | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2020 | September 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.3/10 | 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 | 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 | 2.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 27 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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KZ ZSN Pro X
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Soundguys
Jasper Lastoria | April 2023
"The KZ ZSN PRO X offers superb sound for very little money, like under $30 USD. It has some rough edges with a plastic seam on the cable that can rub on your ear, and the bud is a bit large. The tech isn't cutting edge, but new doesn't always equal better. You should try it."
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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