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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Rode NTH-100 has better overall sound quality and is suited for critical listening, whereas the Shokz OpenMove, with its bone conduction design, offers less sound isolation but allows you to stay aware of your surroundings, making it preferable for outdoor activities or exercise. The Rode NTH-100, being wired, might limit your mobility compared to the wireless Shokz OpenMove, which has the added benefit of being sweatproof. If budget is a concern, Shokz OpenMove is more affordable and also features a more durable build and a lighter design, which makes it great for portability and comfort over longer periods. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Rode NTH-100
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Shokz OpenMove
- Good for phone calls
- Good for exercise
Key differences
Music
8.2
4.8
The Rode NTH-100 is very good for music, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Gaming
6.5
4.9
The Rode NTH-100 is only fair for gaming, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Phone Calls
4.8
7.8
The Shokz OpenMove is good for phone calls, while the Rode NTH-100 is poor.
TV and Video
7.7
5.0
The Rode NTH-100 is good for TV and video, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
2.5
The Rode NTH-100 and Shokz OpenMove are both poor for noise reduction, though the Rode NTH-100 is somewhat better.
Battery
N/A
6.0 Hours
The Rode NTH-100 does not have a battery. The Shokz OpenMove has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$149
$181
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Rode NTH-100 has a price of $149 and the Shokz OpenMove costs $181.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.6
7.9
The Shokz OpenMove and Rode NTH-100 are both good for podcasts and audiobooks.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Rode NTH-100 and Shokz OpenMove both have very good build quality.
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How the Rode NTH-100 and the Shokz OpenMove compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Rode NTH-100 | Shokz OpenMove |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$149 | $181 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Rode | Shokz | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2022 | September 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.2/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.6/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 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 | 5.3/10 | 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 | 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) | 349.2 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 5 | |
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Rode NTH-100
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PC Gamer
Kizito Katawonga | March 2023
"The NTH-100M is a closed-back headset aimed at professional audiophiles—streamers, podcasters and content creators included—looking for masterful audio and a detachable 'broadcast-grade' microphone."
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 Rode
Rode is an Australian audio equipment manufacturer. Rode was founded in 1967 as Freedman Electronics, transitioning into its modern brand in 1990, and it’s mainly known for their high-end microphones and audio production equipment. In 2022 they entered into the headphone market with their NTH-100 closed back headphone which was received with very good reviews from the community.
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