Shokz OpenSwim Pro Bone Conduction Headphones - IP68 Waterproof With 32GB MP3 Storage
Published on 09/08/2026 at 22:13 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS
Shokz OpenSwim Pro is built for athletes who split their workouts between the pool and dry land, combining IP68 waterproof bone conduction headphones with Bluetooth playback and 32GB of integrated MP3 storage for phone-free swimming sessions.
Design, Fit And Waterproof Rating
The OpenSwim Pro uses an over-ear hook and behind-the-head band design with vibration drivers that rest on the cheekbones, leaving the ear canals completely open for situational awareness during workouts.The headphones weigh about 1 oz and use a nickel-titanium alloy band, giving a secure, non-adjustable fit that stays in place during running, cycling and lap swimming.
The model is rated IP68 under IEC 60529 and is tested to withstand submersion in up to 2 meters of fresh water for up to 2 hours, protecting both the headphone body and the built-in microphone for wet use.Shokz specifies the IP68 rating and 2 meter depth limit, and bundles swimming earplugs to help maintain clearer underwater audio by reducing water in the ears.
Bluetooth, MP3 Mode And Storage Capacity
Shokz positions the OpenSwim Pro as a dual-function device that switches between Bluetooth 5.4 on land and local MP3 playback underwater via 32GB of internal storage.A single multi-function button or the Shokz App toggles between Bluetooth mode and MP3 mode, while the headphone maintains its Bluetooth pairing even when you switch over to MP3 playback.
The 32GB storage is designed to hold more than 8,000 regular-quality music tracks of about 4 MB each, or about 4,000 higher-bitrate tracks of around 8 MB, across formats such as MP3, FLAC, WAV, AAC, M4A, APE and WMA.Shokz details the 32GB capacity and supported formats, and notes that underwater listening is limited to MP3 mode because water blocks Bluetooth radio signals.
Battery Life, Charging And Daily Use
Battery life on the OpenSwim Pro is rated at up to 9 hours when streaming over Bluetooth and up to 6 hours when playing from internal MP3 storage, with a full charge time of about 1.5 hours.The quick-charge function delivers around 3 hours of playback from a 10 minute charge, which is useful for short-notice sessions when the battery is low.
Tom's Guide measured the same rated figures of 9 hours in Bluetooth mode and 6 hours in MP3 mode and highlighted that the open-ear design trades isolation and bass punch for awareness of the surroundings, especially outdoors.The review notes that battery life can drop by roughly an hour at higher volumes but remains enough for typical training sessions such as pool workouts, long runs and bike rides.
Shokz OpenSwim Pro Official Product Details
For full specifications, storage details, and IP68 immersion limits, Shokz provides an in-depth OpenSwim Pro overview on its official site.
Price, Launch Date And What Comes In The Box
Shokz lists the OpenSwim Pro at $229.95 on its US web store, positioned alongside the OpenRun Pro at the top of its bone conduction range, with the OpenSwim at a lower price point.The comparison table on the Shokz product page shows OpenSwim Pro at a regular price of $229.95 in the US, while Tom's Guide reports a typical street price around $179.95 at launch in June 2024.The review notes that the headphones went on sale in June 2024 and were priced at $179.95 at Shokz's store at that time.
The launch timeline on Shokz's comparison chart indicates a release date marked as 2024.06 for the OpenSwim Pro, compared with 2019.07 for the original OpenSwim and OpenRun models.This 2024.06 launch entry confirms the product as a mid-2024 addition to the Shokz lineup, targeted at swimmers who wanted Bluetooth plus MP3 capabilities.
The retail box includes the OpenSwim Pro headphones, a dedicated 4 pin magnetic charging cable, a silicone carrying case, swimming earplugs designed to work with the underwater EQ mode, and user instruction booklets.Shokz lists the bundled items as one OpenSwim Pro headphone, one magnetic charging cable, one pair of swimming earplugs, one silicone case and three user instruction leaflets, all aimed at lap swimmers and multisport users who need a portable, water-ready setup.
Comparison With Shokz OpenSwim And Use Cases
OpenSwim Pro sits above the earlier OpenSwim model by adding Bluetooth connectivity and expanding MP3 storage from 4GB to 32GB, while also adopting Shokz's 8th generation PremiumPitch 2.0 plus bone conduction technology to reduce vibration and sound leakage compared with the 7th generation in OpenSwim.The FAQ explicitly contrasts OpenSwim Pro's Bluetooth plus 32GB storage with OpenSwim's MP3 only 4GB storage and shorter battery life, positioning the newer model as the more flexible option.
Battery life is one clear comparison point: Shokz specifies up to 9 hours in Bluetooth mode and 6 hours in MP3 mode for OpenSwim Pro, compared with up to 8 hours of MP3 playback for OpenSwim.The manufacturer notes that OpenSwim Pro also charges to full in about 1.5 hours, roughly 30 minutes faster than OpenSwim at about 2 hours, easing turnaround between pool sessions.
For swimmers who only need a waterproof MP3 player, OpenSwim remains a lower priced option, but for runners, triathletes and multisport athletes who train on land and in water, the combination of Bluetooth and large internal storage on OpenSwim Pro offers a more complete solution.Tom's Guide calls OpenSwim Pro an ideal all in one solution for multisport athletes who want one headset for swimming and other workouts, while also noting that better value exists for single environment use via OpenSwim or OpenRun.
Context In The Bone Conduction Headphones Segment
Shokz, headquartered in Austin, Texas, focuses on open-ear audio products and markets the OpenSwim Pro within its performance segment for athletes, alongside models like OpenRun Pro and OpenFit for land based training.Corporate listings show Shokz Technology Inc. at 3200 Gracie Kiltz Lane, Suite 300, Austin, Texas 78758, serving US customers via phone and email support.
Within the bone conduction category, OpenSwim Pro is priced at the higher end but pairs its IP68 rating and 32GB storage with multipoint Bluetooth, a dedicated Swimming EQ profile, and app based control for playlists and EQ settings.Shokz notes that the companion app can toggle between Bluetooth and MP3, manage multipoint pairing, and activate a Swimming EQ mode, which shapes the sound when paired with earplugs underwater.
OpenSwim Pro will not replace in ear or over ear headphones for commuters who want strong isolation or heavy bass, and Bluetooth does not work underwater, but for swimmers who also log miles on land and prefer to keep their ears open to hear traffic or lane mates, it offers a focused mix of safety, waterproofing and storage that few rivals match in a single device.
Key Facts At A Glance
- Product: Shokz OpenSwim Pro bone conduction headphones, IP68, 32GB MP3 storage
- Manufacturer: Shokz Technology Inc., Austin, TX, USA
- Category: Waterproof bone conduction sports headphones
- Waterproof rating: IP68, tested for immersion up to 2 meters for 2 hours
- Storage capacity: 32GB internal memory for approximately 8,000 regular quality tracks
- Battery life: Up to 9 hours Bluetooth playback, 6 hours MP3 mode, 1.5 hour full charge time
- Price: $229.95 (Shokz US regular price, as of 09/08/2026)
- Target audience: Lap swimmers and multisport athletes who need open ear, waterproof audio on land and in water
