The holiday season is here and there aren’t many tech gifts left that you can order before Christmas with convenient delivery. The Shokz OpenRun Pro are one of the better last minute picks: you’re at the end of it $99.99 (save $60 off the usual $159.99) and at the time of writing this article is still showing on-time delivery for December 25th. If you’re looking for a runner, cyclist, commuter, or just someone who doesn’t like fully sealed earbuds, this is an easy “add to cart” gift that looks thoughtful without breaking the bank.
What you get
The OpenRun Pro are open-ear headphones with bone conduction, which means that nothing actually works inside your ear canal. The transducers sit directly in front of your ears and transmit sound across your cheekbones while your ears remain open to the outside world. This is very important for outdoor workouts: you can hear traffic, people and announcements while enjoying music, podcasts or GPS announcements.
These are designed primarily for training and then everything else. You get a lightweight, flexible titanium frame that hugs your head without hot spots, IP55 protection against sweat and rain, and up to about 10 hours of battery life on a charge, plus fast-charging support for “I forgot to plug it in” moments. Two noise-cancelling microphones help take calls, and thanks to Bluetooth, they’re just as useful for commuting or working from home as they are for long runs.
Why it’s worth it
Open-ear designs can feel like a niche product until you try them. For runners and cyclists, they solve a real safety problem: keeping an eye on your surroundings without having to turn up the volume or constantly pull out an earbud. The OpenRun Pro are one of the most sophisticated versions of this idea, with a secure fit that doesn’t bounce around and surprisingly rich sound for a bone conduction design.
Regularly priced at $159.99, they’re a “maybe later” purchase for many people, especially if they already own a set of traditional wireless earbuds. At $99.99 the equation changes. You’re paying money for mid-priced earbuds for something that’s specifically designed for outdoor workouts and solves problems that sealed earbuds just can’t solve. As a gift, they also feel even more special than another pair of basic headphones, especially for someone who is serious about running or fitness.
The other big plus is the timing. With Christmas just two days away and many items slipping into the “coming in after the holidays” range, it’s rare to find a deal that still meets the criteria for price, utility, and shipping timeline. This one does.
The end result
If you need a last-minute fitness-friendly tech gift that will actually get used, the $99.99 Shokz OpenRun Pro is a great choice. They make training safer, stay comfortable even during long training sessions and will be delivered before Christmas, which is more than can be said for many offers at the moment.
