{"id":69276,"date":"2026-11-10T13:32:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-10T08:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/?p=69276"},"modified":"2026-11-09T16:57:59","modified_gmt":"2026-11-09T11:27:59","slug":"best-open-ear-earbuds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Open-Ear Earbuds: 8 Top Picks Compared (Samsung, Bose, Sony, Shokz and Budget)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The best open-ear earbuds let you hear music, podcasts and calls while staying aware of traffic, colleagues and your own family. Instead of sealing your ear canal, they sit outside it: clipped around the ear, hooked over it or resting in the ear&#8217;s outer bowl. Here are 8 of the best open-ear earbuds you can buy, from Samsung&#8217;s new clip-on Galaxy Buds On and the Bose Ultra Open to budget picks, with battery life, water resistance and fit checked on each maker&#8217;s site.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-69274\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-open-ear-earbuds.jpg\" alt=\"Woman running on a path in warm golden evening light\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-open-ear-earbuds.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-open-ear-earbuds-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-open-ear-earbuds-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-open-ear-earbuds-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-open-ear-earbuds-768x403.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Quick answer:<\/strong> For the best all-round sound and comfort, pick the <strong>Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)<\/strong>. Android and Samsung phone owners should look at the new <strong>Samsung Galaxy Buds On<\/strong>. Runners who want a secure ear hook and long battery should get the <strong>Shokz OpenFit 2<\/strong>. On a budget, the <strong>Soundcore C40i<\/strong> or <strong>JLab Flex Open Earbuds<\/strong> give you the clip-on style for much less.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6af2d57de1e80\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #1a202c;color:#1a202c\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #1a202c;color:#1a202c\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6af2d57de1e80\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#Open-ear_earbuds_compared\" >Open-ear earbuds compared<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#1_Bose_Ultra_Open_Earbuds_2nd_Gen_best_overall\" >1. Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen): best overall<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#2_Samsung_Galaxy_Buds_On_best_for_Samsung_and_Android\" >2. Samsung Galaxy Buds On: best for Samsung and Android<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#3_Shokz_OpenFit_2_best_for_running\" >3. Shokz OpenFit 2: best for running<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#4_Bose_Sport_Open_Earbuds_best_for_workouts\" >4. Bose Sport Open Earbuds: best for workouts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#5_Sony_LinkBuds_Open_lightest_all-day_pick\" >5. Sony LinkBuds Open: lightest all-day pick<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#6_Shokz_OpenFit_Air_cheaper_ear-hook_pick\" >6. Shokz OpenFit Air: cheaper ear-hook pick<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#7_Soundcore_C40i_best_budget_clip-on\" >7. Soundcore C40i: best budget clip-on<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#8_JLab_Flex_Open_Earbuds_lowest_price\" >8. JLab Flex Open Earbuds: lowest price<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#Open-ear_vs_regular_earbuds_vs_bone_conduction\" >Open-ear vs regular earbuds vs bone conduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#How_to_choose_open-ear_earbuds\" >How to choose open-ear earbuds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#Are_open-ear_earbuds_worth_it\" >Are open-ear earbuds worth it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#Can_other_people_hear_open-ear_earbuds\" >Can other people hear open-ear earbuds?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#Are_open-ear_earbuds_the_same_as_bone_conduction\" >Are open-ear earbuds the same as bone conduction?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#Which_open-ear_earbuds_are_best_for_glasses_wearers\" >Which open-ear earbuds are best for glasses wearers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/2026\/11\/best-open-ear-earbuds\/#Do_the_Samsung_Galaxy_Buds_On_work_with_iPhone\" >Do the Samsung Galaxy Buds On work with iPhone?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Open-ear_earbuds_compared\"><\/span>Open-ear earbuds compared<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Earbuds<\/th>\n<th>Best for<\/th>\n<th>Style<\/th>\n<th>Battery (buds \/ with case)<\/th>\n<th>Water resistance<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)<\/td>\n<td>Best overall sound<\/td>\n<td>Clip-on cuff<\/td>\n<td>9 h \/ 28.5 h<\/td>\n<td>IPX4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Samsung Galaxy Buds On<\/td>\n<td>Samsung and Android phones<\/td>\n<td>Clip-on cuff<\/td>\n<td>9.5 h \/ 38 h<\/td>\n<td>IP54 (buds)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Shokz OpenFit 2<\/td>\n<td>Running and long battery<\/td>\n<td>Ear hook<\/td>\n<td>11 h \/ 48 h<\/td>\n<td>IP55<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bose Sport Open Earbuds<\/td>\n<td>Workouts<\/td>\n<td>Sport cuff<\/td>\n<td>7 h \/ 29 h<\/td>\n<td>IP54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sony LinkBuds Open<\/td>\n<td>Lightest, all-day wear<\/td>\n<td>Open ring, in the ear<\/td>\n<td>About 8 h \/ 22 h<\/td>\n<td>IPX4 equivalent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Shokz OpenFit Air<\/td>\n<td>Cheaper ear-hook pick<\/td>\n<td>Ear hook<\/td>\n<td>6 h \/ 28 h<\/td>\n<td>IP54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Soundcore C40i<\/td>\n<td>Budget clip-on<\/td>\n<td>Clip-on<\/td>\n<td>7 h \/ 21 h<\/td>\n<td>IPX4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>JLab Flex Open Earbuds<\/td>\n<td>Lowest price<\/td>\n<td>Clip-on cuff<\/td>\n<td>7 h \/ 21 h<\/td>\n<td>IP55<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Battery figures are the makers&#8217; &#8220;up to&#8221; numbers at normal settings; spatial audio and loud volume cut them.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Bose_Ultra_Open_Earbuds_2nd_Gen_best_overall\"><\/span>1. Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen): best overall<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/go\/bose-ultra-open-earbuds-2nd-gen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\">Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)<\/a> clip around the side of your ear like a cuff and are the benchmark for open-ear sound. Bose lists up to 9 hours of playback per charge and up to 19.5 more from the case. Bose Immersive Audio adds a wider spatial sound for music, plus a Cinema Mode for video, though turning it on drops battery life to about 5 hours.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Good:<\/strong> rich sound for open-ear earbuds, multipoint (two devices at once), wireless charging case, IPX4 water resistance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Not so good:<\/strong> the most expensive pick here; spatial audio eats battery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Buy it if you want the best-sounding open earbuds for everyday listening and calls on any phone.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Samsung_Galaxy_Buds_On_best_for_Samsung_and_Android\"><\/span>2. Samsung Galaxy Buds On: best for Samsung and Android<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Samsung Galaxy Buds On are C-shaped clip-on earbuds that wrap around the earlobe and leave the ear canal open. According to Samsung, they give up to 9.5 hours of music per charge and up to 38 hours with the case, the best total in the clip-on group. Each bud weighs 6.65 g. Three microphones and a voice pickup unit help on calls, and you get tap controls, head gestures and quick access to Gemini Live.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Good:<\/strong> long battery, light, Bluetooth 6.2, IP54 dust and splash resistance on the buds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Not so good:<\/strong> Android 12 or later only (no iPhone support listed), some features work only on Samsung phones, black only, and Samsung advises against beach or pool use as the case isn&#8217;t water resistant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Buy it if you use a Galaxy phone and want clip-on open earbuds that last all day.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Shokz_OpenFit_2_best_for_running\"><\/span>3. Shokz OpenFit 2: best for running<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shokz made its name with bone-conduction headphones, but the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/go\/shokz-openfit-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\">Shokz OpenFit 2<\/a> are air-conduction earbuds on a soft, flexible ear hook that holds firmly when you run. Shokz lists up to 11 hours per charge and 48 hours with the case, the longest here, and an IP55 rating for splashes and dust. Two drivers per side (one for highs, one for lows) give fuller bass than most open earbuds. Shokz also sells an OpenFit 2+ version with Dolby Audio and wireless charging.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Good:<\/strong> very secure fit, best battery life, multipoint.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Not so good:<\/strong> ear hooks can feel crowded with glasses; larger case than clip-ons.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Bose_Sport_Open_Earbuds_best_for_workouts\"><\/span>4. Bose Sport Open Earbuds: best for workouts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/go\/bose-sport-open-earbuds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\">Bose Sport Open Earbuds<\/a> are a cheaper, sportier sibling of the Ultra Open, with a cuff-style fit wrapped in soft silicone. Bose quotes about 7 hours of playback plus 22 hours from the case. They&#8217;re rated IP54 for sweat, splashes and dust, and suit runners and gym users who like Bose sound but don&#8217;t need spatial audio.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Sony_LinkBuds_Open_lightest_all-day_pick\"><\/span>5. Sony LinkBuds Open: lightest all-day pick<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/go\/sony-linkbuds-open\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\">Sony LinkBuds Open<\/a> take a different approach: a ring-shaped driver sits in your ear with a hole in the middle, so outside sound passes straight through. At about 5 g per bud they&#8217;re the lightest here and easy to forget you&#8217;re wearing. Battery is about 8 hours, or 22 hours with the case, and they&#8217;re rated IPX4-equivalent. Sony adds multipoint, head-gesture controls and 360 Reality Audio.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Good:<\/strong> tiny and light, comfortable for long workdays, lots of app features.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Not so good:<\/strong> less bass than hook or clip designs; the fit depends on your ear shape.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Shokz_OpenFit_Air_cheaper_ear-hook_pick\"><\/span>6. Shokz OpenFit Air: cheaper ear-hook pick<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/go\/shokz-openfit-air\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\">Shokz OpenFit Air<\/a> gives you the same secure ear-hook style as the OpenFit 2 for less. The trade-offs are a single driver, shorter battery (up to 6 hours, 28 with the case) and IP54 instead of IP55. A good choice for walkers and casual runners.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Soundcore_C40i_best_budget_clip-on\"><\/span>7. Soundcore C40i: best budget clip-on<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Anker&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/go\/soundcore-c40i\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\">Soundcore C40i<\/a> copies the clip-on idea for a fraction of the premium price. Soundcore lists up to 7 hours per charge (21 with the case), IPX4 sweat resistance, multipoint and Bluetooth 5.4, at 5.8 g per earbud. Sound is thinner than Bose, but for podcasts, calls and background music it does the job.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_JLab_Flex_Open_Earbuds_lowest_price\"><\/span>8. JLab Flex Open Earbuds: lowest price<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/go\/jlab-flex-open-earbuds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\">JLab Flex Open Earbuds<\/a> are the cheapest way to try open-ear listening. JLab lists a clip-on cuff design, about 7 hours of playtime (21 hours with the case), IP55 dust and water resistance and multipoint. They&#8217;re bulkier than the premium picks, but hard to beat for the price.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Open-ear_vs_regular_earbuds_vs_bone_conduction\"><\/span>Open-ear vs regular earbuds vs bone conduction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Regular (in-ear) earbuds<\/strong> seal the ear canal. They give the most bass and often noise cancelling, but block out the world.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Open-ear earbuds<\/strong> (all picks above) play sound through a small speaker aimed at your ear canal from outside. You hear your surroundings naturally, and they&#8217;re comfortable for hours. Bass is lighter and people near you may hear some sound at high volume.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bone conduction headphones<\/strong> send vibrations through your cheekbones. They leave your ears completely free but sound thinner than open-ear speakers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Open-ear earbuds can&#8217;t offer real noise cancelling, because nothing seals the ear. In a loud train or plane, normal earbuds are the better choice.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_choose_open-ear_earbuds\"><\/span>How to choose open-ear earbuds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Pick the fit style.<\/strong> Clip-on cuffs (Bose, Samsung, Soundcore, JLab) are small and work well with glasses. Ear hooks (Shokz) are the most secure for running. Ring designs (Sony) are the lightest.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check your phone.<\/strong> The Galaxy Buds On need Android 12 or later; most others work with iPhone and Android.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Look at water resistance.<\/strong> For sweaty workouts or rain, aim for IPX4 or better. None of these are meant for swimming.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Battery.<\/strong> If you wear them all day, look for 9 hours or more per charge.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Calls.<\/strong> If you take lots of calls, favour models with several microphones and multipoint, so you can switch between laptop and phone. You can check how your voice sounds with our free <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quickonlinetips.com\/archives\/tools\/mic-test\/\">online mic test<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_open-ear_earbuds_worth_it\"><\/span>Are open-ear earbuds worth it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, if you want to stay aware of your surroundings: for running near traffic, working in an office, or listening at home while keeping an ear on the kids. If you want deep bass and silence on a flight, regular noise-cancelling earbuds are better.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_other_people_hear_open-ear_earbuds\"><\/span>Can other people hear open-ear earbuds?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>At low to medium volume, very little. At high volume in a quiet room, people close to you may hear some sound.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_open-ear_earbuds_the_same_as_bone_conduction\"><\/span>Are open-ear earbuds the same as bone conduction?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No. Open-ear earbuds use a small speaker that plays sound into your ear from outside. Bone conduction headphones send vibrations through your skull.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_open-ear_earbuds_are_best_for_glasses_wearers\"><\/span>Which open-ear earbuds are best for glasses wearers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Clip-on styles such as the Bose Ultra Open, Galaxy Buds On and Soundcore C40i, or the Sony LinkBuds Open, because they don&#8217;t use a hook that competes with glasses arms.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_the_Samsung_Galaxy_Buds_On_work_with_iPhone\"><\/span>Do the Samsung Galaxy Buds On work with iPhone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Samsung lists Android 12 or later as the requirement and doesn&#8217;t list iPhone support, so iPhone owners should choose another model.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for a present? 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