Shokz unveiled its flagship OpenFit Pro at CES 2026, the brand’s first open earbuds with any form of noise reduction.
At a Glance
- Shokz OpenFit Pro launch at CES 2026 with “OpenEar Noise Reduction”
- $250 pre-order price, available in black or white
- 12-hour battery without noise reduction, 6-hour with it on
Why it matters: Open earbuds now dip their toes into noise control without sealing your ear canal.
Under-the-Hood Sound
Instead of bone conduction, the ear-hook buds use an 11×20 mm dual-diaphragm driver Shokz calls “SuperBoost.”
Frequency response stretches to 40 kHz while distortion under 100 Hz is reined in. Bass feels full for an open design, mids stay natural, and treble detail is solid.
- Full-sounding low end
- Minimal sound leakage
- Some bass vibration at high volume
Noise-isolating rivals still win on raw bass punch, but the gap keeps narrowing.
Noise Reduction Reality Check
The triple-mic array plus an “Ear Adaptive Algorithm” only softens ambient sound; it doesn’t erase it.
> “The key word here is soften. The noise reduction doesn’t eliminate background noise, it just tones it down a bit.”
Street clatter becomes less sharp, yet you remain aware of your surroundings-useful for runners, less so for subway commutes.
| Mode | Buds | Case |
|---|---|---|
| NR off | 12 h | 38 h |
| NR on | 6 h | 24 h |
Features & Extras
- Bluetooth 6.1
- IP55 splash/dust rating
- Dolby Audio with optional head tracking
- Ear-detection sensors
- Wireless-charge case
Callers heard clear, natural voice in New York tests, though ambient noise still reached the reviewer’s ears.
Key Takeaways
- OpenFit Pro sit among the best-sounding open earbuds tested.
- Noise reduction is subtle, not true ANC.
- Battery halves when noise reduction is engaged.
Shokz avoided ANC hype and priced the OpenFit Pro at $250, positioning them as premium open-ear buds for safety-minded listeners who want a touch of quiet.
