Shokz T-910

The Shokz T910 keeps your ears open but your wallet lighter. It's a situational awareness tool, not a great pair of headphones.

The DirectPitch tech is the star here, and it does what it says. You get clear audio without jamming anything into your ear canal. But the overall performance score is a letdown. We're talking 10th percentile against all products of this type. The sound is fine for podcasts and casual listening, but if you want thumping bass or crisp highs, you'll be disappointed. The silicone ear cushions are comfortable, sure, but comfort doesn't make up for mediocre audio.

The T910 doesn't really compete with the Samsung Galaxy S24 or Pixel 9a. Those are phones. The real comparison is against other open-ear headphones like the Bose Ultra Open or the Oladance OWS Pro. And against those, the Shokz falls short on battery and build. The Bose Ultra Open has better sound and a more premium feel, though it costs more. The Oladance OWS Pro has longer battery life per charge. If you're set on open-ear, the Shokz is the budget pick, but you get what you pay for.

At 120 EUR, this is a tough sell. You're paying for the open-ear concept, not for premium audio or build quality. If you need situational awareness while running, it might be worth it. But if you just want good sound for the money, there are better options out there. The value proposition is narrow.

The Shokz T910, also known as the OpenFit, is a weird one. It's an open-ear headphone that wants you to hear your music and the world around you at the same time. That's the whole pitch. And for runners or cyclists who need situational awareness, that's genuinely useful. But the numbers here are rough. Build quality sits at the 15th percentile, battery at the 9th, and performance at the 10th. This thing isn't competing with the big boys on raw specs. It's competing on a very specific use case: staying aware while you move.

If you want immersive sound or long battery life, skip these. Get a pair of standard wireless earbuds like the Nothing Ear or the Samsung Galaxy Buds instead. You'll get better audio and battery for the same money. The T910 is only for people who absolutely need to hear their environment while listening.

The Shokz T910 is a niche product for a niche audience. If you're a runner or cyclist who needs to hear traffic while listening to podcasts, it does the job. But the weak battery, cheap build, and mediocre audio make it hard to recommend for anyone else. At 120 EUR, you're paying a premium for the open-ear concept, not for quality.