🔹 Shokz’s first open-ear headphone with “open-ear noise reduction” — Focus Mode
🔹 All-new dual-diaphragm SuperBoost™ driver (11×20mm, equivalent to 16.7mm round driver)
🔹 HK price: HK$2,099
🔹 Bluetooth 6.1, IP55, 50-hour total battery, wireless charging
🔹 Kaia’s take: Open-ear headphones finally take ambient noise seriously — that alone is a win
📑 Table of Contents
Open-Ear Noise Reduction: A New Approach
Shokz has long been a dominant force in bone conduction and open-ear audio, topping Japan’s BCN rankings in 2025 for both “bone conduction” and “clip-style” headphone sales. Now they’ve unveiled the new flagship OpenFit Pro (model T010), with the headline feature being Focus Mode — Shokz’s first open-ear noise reduction system.
Let’s be clear: this is not traditional in-ear ANC. Open-ear headphones lack ear tips or earcups for passive isolation, making noise reduction incredibly challenging from an engineering standpoint. The OpenFit Pro’s solution? An ear-shape adaptive algorithm paired with a precision mic array — two feedforward mics plus one feedback mic, powered by a model trained on extensive ear-shape sampling data to predict and compensate for individual anatomical differences. The result: open-ear design preserves ambient awareness while effectively suppressing street noise, air conditioning hum, and even mid-to-high-frequency sounds like voices and metallic clatter. The companion app offers 9 levels of adjustment; at maximum intensity, the effect approaches the pressure sensation of traditional ANC.
Key Features & Kaia’s Take
🔊 SuperBoost™ Dual-Diaphragm Driver
The OpenFit Pro debuts Shokz’s all-new SuperBoost™ driver — an 11×20mm dual-diaphragm design equivalent to a 16.7mm round driver, exceptionally large for an open-ear TWS. Paired with OpenBass 2.0 for enhanced low-end and DirectPitch 3.0 to minimise sound leakage, early impressions report satisfying bass presence with clear imaging — an open-ear headphone delivering near-IEM levels of impact, though sub-bass extension inevitably has its limits.
🎧 Focus Mode — Open-Ear Noise Reduction
The main event. Noise reduction on an open-ear headphone is a serious engineering challenge — no passive seal means mid-to-high frequencies are especially tricky. The OpenFit Pro tackles this with a triple-mic array and Shokz’s proprietary ear-shape adaptive algorithm, offering 9 adjustable levels. According to Phileweb’s review: street drone is effectively suppressed, air conditioner and motor hum disappear, and even voices and metallic sounds show noticeable attenuation. Particularly practical for office and WFH scenarios.
🔋 50-Hour Total Battery + Wireless Charging
With Focus Mode off: 12 hours per charge, 50 hours with the case. With Focus Mode on: 6 hours / 24 hours respectively. A 10-minute quick charge yields 4 hours of playback. Wireless charging support rounds out the package — for daily commuters, battery anxiety is essentially a non-issue.
📱 Other Highlights
- Bluetooth 6.1 — the latest Bluetooth spec, offering improved connection stability and latency
- Dolby Atmos + Head Tracking — spatial audio on an open-ear design for more immersive listening
- AI Triple-Mic Call Noise Reduction — 99.4% environmental noise cancellation, clear calls even at 25 km/h wind speeds
- Smart Wear Detection — optical + capacitive dual sensors: auto-play on, auto-pause off
- IP55 Dust & Water Resistance — handles sweat, rain, and workouts
- Dual Device Connection — seamless switching between phone and laptop
Noise reduction on an open-ear headphone is an ambitious direction by itself. Traditional ANC works by “blocking” — passive seal plus electronic compensation, effective but at the cost of ambient awareness. The OpenFit Pro’s Focus Mode flips the script — preserving that open, airy feel while dialling down environmental noise. For anyone who needs to “listen to music and stay aware of surroundings” simultaneously — runners, cyclists, office workers — this trade-off makes real sense.
The SuperBoost™ dual-diaphragm driver already sounds beyond what you’d expect from open-ear headphones; bass presence and imaging are on point. Add Dolby Atmos spatial audio and the overall listening experience is surprisingly engaging. The one caveat: sub-bass extension remains limited — if you’re a bass head, temper your expectations. But as a single-device solution for daily commuting and office use, the execution is impressively polished.
📋 Specifications
| Spec | Shokz OpenFit Pro |
|---|---|
| Model | T010 |
| Type | Open-ear true wireless (ear-hook) |
| Driver | Shokz SuperBoost™ dual-diaphragm dynamic (11×20mm, equiv. 16.7mm) |
| Noise Reduction | Focus Mode open-ear noise reduction (2 FF + 1 FB mic, 9 levels) |
| Bass Tech | Shokz OpenBass 2.0 |
| Leakage Control | DirectPitch 3.0 |
| Spatial Audio | Dolby Atmos + Head Tracking |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 6.1 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Call Noise Reduction | AI triple-mic array, 99.4% environmental noise cancellation |
| Battery Life | Focus Mode off: 12h (50h w/ case) / Focus Mode on: 6h (24h w/ case) |
| Quick Charge | 10 min → 4 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C + Wireless charging |
| Ingress Protection | IP55 (dust & water resistant) |
| Weight | 12.3 g per earbud / 74.7 g charging case |
| Wear Detection | Optical + capacitive dual sensors (auto play/pause) |
| Multi-Device | Dual device connection (Multipoint) |
| Colours | Nocturne Black / Pearl White |
| HK Price | HK$2,099 (authorised) |
| Japan Price | ¥39,880 (tax incl.) |
The Shokz OpenFit Pro is currently the most complete open-ear headphone in terms of noise reduction + sound quality. If you’re looking for a solution that lets you “hear your surroundings while dialling down the noise” — for running, commuting, office work, or WFH — this deserves a spot on your shortlist. HK$2,099 positions it at the premium end of the open-ear category.
❓ FAQ
🔹 How is the OpenFit Pro different from the standard OpenFit?
The OpenFit Pro adds Focus Mode open-ear noise reduction, Bluetooth 6.1, and an upgraded SuperBoost™ dual-diaphragm driver — a significant step up from the standard OpenFit in both noise management and sound quality. Battery life also improves to 12 hours per charge (50h total).
🔹 Does open-ear noise reduction actually work?
Focus Mode is not traditional ANC — it’s an adaptive noise reduction system designed specifically for open-ear form factors. It effectively suppresses low-frequency drone (traffic, HVAC) and meaningfully attenuates mid-high frequencies like voices and metallic sounds. The effect is noticeable, especially in office and urban environments, though it won’t match the isolation of a sealed in-ear with ANC.
🔹 Is it secure enough for sports? Will it fall off?
The OpenFit Pro uses a nickel-titanium alloy ear-hook design with Ultra-Soft Silicone™ 2.0, providing stable and comfortable fit during exercise. With IP55 dust and water resistance, it’s well-suited for running, gym sessions, and outdoor workouts.
🔹 How’s the sound quality? Is there enough bass?
The 11×20mm SuperBoost™ dual-diaphragm driver (equiv. 16.7mm) delivers bass presence and imaging that surpass typical open-ear expectations. OpenBass 2.0 enhances low-end impact, though sub-bass extension naturally falls short of sealed in-ear monitors — an inherent physical limitation of the open-ear design.
🔹 Where can I buy the OpenFit Pro in Hong Kong?
The Shokz OpenFit Pro is available in Hong Kong at HK$2,099 through authorised retailers. Check with major electronics chains and headphone specialty stores for availability.
🔗 More Info:
• Shokz OpenFit Pro Official Page (Japan)
• Shokz OpenFit Pro Official Page (International)
• Phileweb Review (Japanese)
