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Shokz OpenSwim Pro bone conduction swimming headphones
Our verdict: A sensible swimming option for someone willing to load music files before a session; underwater listening uses its own storage.
Trade-off: Shokz explicitly limits underwater use to MP3 mode because water disrupts Bluetooth; it will not stream a phone playlist through the pool.
Shokz OpenSwim Pro bone conduction swimming headphones Review
Choose OpenSwim Pro for pool sessions with downloaded audio files, plus Bluetooth listening on land.
Specifications and features
| Design | Bone conduction, open-ear fit |
|---|---|
| Water rating | IP68 under the maker's stated conditions |
| Storage | 32GB built-in storage |
| Playback | Bluetooth on land; MP3 mode underwater |
Start with your music source, rather than the waterproof label. If all your listening depends on a streaming app, transferring suitable files is a real extra step. For someone who already keeps an audio library, that compromise is easier to accept. We have not evaluated fit with a cap or goggles.
Pros and cons
Reasons to consider it
- Local storage removes the need for a phone beside the pool.
- Two playback modes support swimming and dry-land listening.
Reasons to pause
- Preparing music files is part of the swimming workflow.
- A water rating is subject to the manufacturer's depth and care instructions.
Before choosing a listing
Read Shokz's care guidance and verify the supplied charging cable on a used listing. Do not confuse OpenSwim Pro with a Bluetooth-only sports headset or a different OpenSwim generation.
Sources for this review
For Shokz OpenSwim Pro bone conduction swimming headphones, we used the maker's specifications and product guidance read on 30 October 2026. The published figures are manufacturer claims; our verdict reflects the use case and trade-offs above.