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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for superior sound quality and active noise cancelling for focused listening and air travel, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are the better option; they offer better bass and overall sound with app customization features. However, the Shokz OpenMove, being bone-conduction headphones, allow you to stay aware of your surroundings, which is safer and more convenient for outdoor activities and exercise. The Buds 2 Pro provides wireless charging and are optimized for both Android and Apple devices, whereas the OpenMove is durable with ear hooks for secure fit but lacks some advanced features like wireless charging and active noise cancelling. Despite their higher price, the Buds 2 Pro cater to a premium listening experience, whereas the OpenMove offers basic functionality at a lower cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- Very good for music
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Very good for air travel
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Shokz OpenMove
- The Shokz OpenMove has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
Key differences
Music
8.0
4.8
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for music, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Gaming
8.3
4.9
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Phone Calls
7.0
7.8
The Shokz OpenMove and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both good for phone calls, though the Shokz OpenMove is somewhat better.
TV and Video
7.7
5.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for TV and video, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Noise Reduction
9.1
2.5
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the Shokz OpenMove is poor.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality, while the Shokz OpenMove has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.4
7.9
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro to be very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Shokz OpenMove is good.
Battery
4.8 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life. The Shokz OpenMove has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$188
$181
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$150
$200
$250
$300
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a price of $188 and the Shokz OpenMove costs $181.
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How the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and the Shokz OpenMove compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro | Shokz OpenMove |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$188 | $181 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Shokz | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | September 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.1/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.7/10 | 7.1/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 4.8 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.1 Hours | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.1 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 12 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | April 2023
"Consider the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as your next pair of buds for its excellent active noise canceling (ANC) of low frequencies and comfortable fit. For Samsung users, the integration with your devices is handy and good for productivity."
Shokz OpenMove
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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 Samsung
Samsung is a multinational conglomerate with over 85 years of history. They are mostly known to consumers for their high-end smartphones and TVs, however they are invested in many other markets like semiconductors and automotive. Samsung owns Harman International which itself owns other audio specialized companies like Harman Kardon, JBL and AKG who help engineer most, if not all, of Samsung audio products of their Galaxy line.
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