Shokz OpenMeet UC

Wearing Comfort

The Shokz OpenMeet appears to be excellently crafted, featuring a slim frame construction that is highly flexible and thus adaptable. Thanks to its low weight of only 79 grams, you can barely feel the Bluetooth headset while wearing it. The fit is exceptionally loose, so you don’t experience any pressure—even after several hours. However, if you have a particularly slim or medium-sized head, the very relaxed fit means it may lack stability. Even if you’re just sitting quietly in an office chair, the headset can slide off when you tilt your head downward. Hence, although the comfort level is outstanding, stability is quite minimal.

One clear advantage of the open design is the lack of heat buildup around the ears. Especially in warmer weather, closed over-ear or on-ear systems can lead to excessive warmth. By contrast, the ears remain completely uncovered with the OpenMeet.

Headset Variants of the Shokz OpenMeet

The wireless open-ear headset is available in three versions. The two UC models are Zoom-certified, tailored for common Unified Communications platforms, and come with the Loop120 Bluetooth adapter, compatible with Windows 8+ and macOS 10.15+. You can choose either a USB-A or USB-C version. Additionally, the Shokz OpenMeet can be purchased without the Bluetooth adapter, in which case it’s not Zoom-certified; moreover, only the UC models work with the Shokz Connect software (see below).

Battery Life

Despite the low weight, the Shokz OpenMeet can provide nearly 15 hours of listening time at higher volume levels. Plus, a quick five-minute charge gives you enough capacity for around 1 hour 50 minutes of use if you’re in a hurry. A full charge takes about 55 minutes, and you can still use the headset wirelessly during charging. The included USB-C cable is about 95 cm long, making it mainly suitable for laptop use.

Bluetooth Specs

Alongside Bluetooth version 5.4, the Shokz OpenMeet headset supports multipoint connections with two devices at once, allowing you to pair it with the Bluetooth adapter on your computer and your smartphone simultaneously. In both setups, the wireless link is exceptionally stable, achieving outdoor distances up to 30 meters and spanning several rooms across two floors indoors without dropouts.

However, the only audio codec supported is the standard Bluetooth SBC, and there is no low-latency mode. This omission might be noticeable during video calls, online meetings, or when watching movies and gaming, as slight audio-video sync issues can arise—an unexpected shortcoming given the headset’s price range.

Controls

A joystick-style multifunction button on the right side manages media playback. You can press it vertically to change the volume, while additional presses handle playback control and track navigation. You also turn the headset on or off through this central control.

A separate call button on the microphone arm accepts, ends, or rejects incoming calls. Meanwhile, a mute button on the front part of the microphone arm lets you activate or deactivate the microphone system—or summon your voice assistant. Since the microphone arm can be fully flipped upward, you have an unobstructed view of your screen without having to take off the headset.

Shokz OpenMeet: Connect Software and App

Via the software connection for Windows or Mac systems—and the app for Android or iOS devices—you can configure call settings, such as a notification tone when the microphone is muted, or manage the busy light. You can also customize the headset’s audio prompts (spoken messages or tones), adjusting their volume or switching languages.

The options for sound customization of the Shokz OpenMeet are somewhat limited, providing only two EQ modes in total. Besides the standard setting, there is a voice enhancement mode intended for spoken content like audiobooks or podcasts. You cannot, however, create your own custom EQ settings. Other capabilities include toggling multipoint connections on or off and performing firmware updates.

Call Quality

According to the manufacturer, the Shokz OpenMeet’s dual microphone technology uses Qualcomm cVc (Clear Voice Capture) noise cancellation to deliver clear and distinct voice transmission, even in a noisy environment. Indeed, the headset excels in this regard, significantly reducing louder background sounds so that your voice remains easily intelligible at all times. One notable difference is how wind noise is handled. Over the Bluetooth adapter, wind interference is nearly eliminated, while it’s not always as effective when connected directly to mobile devices.

A big plus of the open-ear design is that you can hear your own voice naturally, allowing for a more organic conversation experience. However, in louder settings, the open construction becomes a disadvantage, as it can be challenging to hear the other party.

Sound of the Shokz OpenMeet

Shokz’s proprietary DualPitch technology combines bone-conduction drivers with a dynamic 11 mm × 18 mm driver. This hybrid approach, also used in the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 (see our review), primarily reinforces lower frequency ranges. The effect is indeed positive, as the sound reproduction doesn’t come across as thin or lacking body. On the contrary, for an open-ear design, the sound is impressively full and well-balanced.

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While deep bass is limited, the headphone’s bass performance retains plenty of substance, making music listening genuinely enjoyable. However, vocals can feel slightly distant because the virtual soundstage sits relatively deep, giving the impression of an indirect audio experience. This means vocals rarely feel immersive or captivating, so the open construction might be better for background listening rather than focused, active enjoyment.

Such a presentation aligns with the headset’s gentler treble. Sibilant sounds are rendered in a subdued manner and do not become piercing even at higher volumes.

It’s worth noting that mouth movements affect the sound, which can feel unusual at first. Eating, drinking, yawning, or swallowing can all affect how the audio is perceived, so it may take some time to get used to this combination of bone and air conduction.

Shokz OpenMeet – Conclusion

The Shokz OpenMeet is designed to keep you connected with your surroundings during office work, offering advantages such as no heat buildup on the ears and the natural sensation of hearing your own voice while speaking.

Its major benefits include an extremely lightweight form factor and excellent comfort, though the fit can be somewhat unstable. While the noise-canceling microphone system ensures flawless speech intelligibility, the hybrid driver setup delivers a surprisingly full, balanced sound. Unfortunately, high-quality audio codecs and a low-latency mode are missing.