Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) vs Shokz OpenFit 2

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

  • Sound quality isn't scored yet (we have no measured audio data), so the score covers features, battery, noise cancelling and build.

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Shokz OpenFit 2 and Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) are closely matched overall (within 1 point).
  • Key differences: battery life per charge, where Shokz OpenFit 2 has 11 vs 9 h; total battery life with case, where Shokz OpenFit 2 has 48 vs 28.5 h; IP rating, where Shokz OpenFit 2 has IP55 vs IPX4; only Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) has wireless charging case.
Shokz OpenFit 2 and Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) are closely matched
Shokz OpenFit 2 · 46 overall, #67 of 68
50
Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) · 52 overall, #65 of 68
49
Key differences
  • Battery Life per ChargeShokz OpenFit 2 11 vs 9 h
  • Total Battery Life with CaseShokz OpenFit 2 48 vs 28.5 h
  • IP RatingShokz OpenFit 2 IP55 vs IPX4
  • Wireless Charging CaseBose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) only

Scores by Category

OpenFit 2 wins 3 of 6 categories

CategoryUltra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)OpenFit 2Lead
Noise Cancelling
Tie
Battery
Tie
Connectivity
Tie
Build
+18
Audio
+30
Calls
+65

Physical Comparison

53 g9.4 g
OpenFit 2OpenFit 2

OpenFit 2 is 44 g (464%) heavier than OpenFit 2.

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)

Detailed Specifications

Audio

Feature
Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
OpenFit 2
Spatial Audio with Head Tracking
N/A
No

Noise Cancelling

Feature
Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
OpenFit 2
Active Noise Cancelling
No
No

Battery

Feature
Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
OpenFit 2
Battery Life per Charge
9 h
11 h22% more
Total Battery Life with Case
28.5 h
48 h68% more
Quick Charge
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charging Case
Yes
No

Connectivity

Feature
Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
OpenFit 2
Bluetooth Version
Multipoint Connection
Yes
Yes

Calls

Feature
Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
OpenFit 2
Microphones per Earbud
N/A
2

Build

Feature
Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
OpenFit 2
IP Rating
Weight per Earbud
N/A
9.4 g
Case Weight
N/A
53 g

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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