How to Use OpenDots 2 with Glasses: Comfort and Fit Tips

Quick answer

Wear OpenDots 2 by hooking the flexible earhook over the top of your ear, then routing the speaker arm so it rests just outside your ear canal without pressing against your glasses temple. If the two compete for space, slide the earbud slightly forward or back until the temple sits flat against your head and the speaker stays in place. The goal is a light, stable seal-free fit that lets you hear both your audio and your surroundings.

Why open-ear earbuds and glasses can work well together

Open-ear earbuds like OpenDots 2 sit outside the ear canal rather than inside it, so they don't block your ear opening the way traditional earbuds do. That design leaves the area behind your ear and the top of your ear free for glasses temples. The main conflict point is the space where the earhook meets the temple of your glasses. Because both rest on the same real estate, the order you put them on and the angle you choose matter more than force.

Shokz OpenDots 2 is offered in four color options, and the fit is adjusted by positioning the earhook and speaker arm, not by changing ear tips. That means glasses wearers can fine-tune placement without swapping parts. If you wear thick acetate frames or have a wide head, expect to spend a few extra seconds finding the sweet spot the first time.

Step-by-step: putting on OpenDots 2 when you wear glasses

Follow this order to reduce pressure and keep both devices stable. The sequence matters because putting glasses on first gives you a reference point for where the earbud should sit.

• Step 1: Put your glasses on first. Settle the temples comfortably behind your ears. This shows you the exact gap you have to work with.
• Step 2: Hold the OpenDots 2 earbud with the earhook pointing up and the speaker facing your ear canal. Gently hook it over the top of your ear from front to back.
• Step 3: Route the earhook so it sits either above or below your glasses temple, not on top of it. Most people find above the temple works best for thin frames; below works better for thicker frames.
• Step 4: Angle the speaker arm so the sound outlet rests just outside your ear canal. It should feel like it's floating near your ear, not pressing into it.
• Step 5: Repeat on the other side, then gently shake your head side to side. If either earbud shifts, adjust the earhook depth or speaker angle before you start listening.

Common mistakes that cause discomfort or poor sound

The most frequent mistake is forcing the earhook to sit on top of the glasses temple. That creates a pressure point behind your ear and often pushes the speaker away from your ear canal, which weakens bass and makes you turn the volume up. Instead, let the temple and the earhook occupy separate paths.

Another common error is pushing the speaker too far into the ear. OpenDots 2 is designed to sit outside the canal; pressing it in defeats the open-ear benefit and can cause soreness. If you feel pressure, pull the earbud slightly outward and rotate the speaker arm a few degrees. Finally, don't assume the fit is wrong if you hear a little less bass than in-ear buds. That's normal for open-ear designs, and it's the tradeoff for staying aware of traffic, conversations, and office noise.

Adjusting for different glasses frames

Thin metal frames usually leave enough room for the earhook to sit above the temple without conflict. Thick plastic frames take up more space, so try routing the earhook below the temple instead. If you wear sunglasses with a thick arm, the same below-temple approach often works.

For children or anyone with a smaller head, the earhook may feel loose. You can gently bend the flexible hook inward for a snugger hold. Avoid bending it sharply or repeatedly, which can weaken the material over time.

Quick fit checkpoints

1. Check temple clearance: After putting on both glasses and OpenDots 2, slide a finger between the earhook and your glasses temple. If you feel tight pressure, re-route the earhook above or below the temple. You should be able to wiggle the temple slightly without moving the earbud.
2. Check speaker position: The speaker should sit just outside your ear canal, not inside it. Look in a mirror: if the speaker is pressed against the ear, rotate the arm outward. A light, floating feel means you have the right angle.
3. Check stability: Turn your head left and right, then nod up and down. If the earbud stays put and your glasses don't shift, you're set. If either moves, adjust the earhook depth or speaker angle and test again.

Product facts

• OpenDots 2 (ShokzSquad): OpenDots 2 (ShokzSquad) is an open earbuds option in the Shokz lineup, offered here in two color choices: Pearl White and Grey. Color is the selectable option at purchase, so you can match your glasses frames or personal style without affecting fit.
• OpenDots 2: OpenDots 2 is offered in four color options: Pink, Pearl White, Grey, and Black. More color choices give you flexibility if you want your earbuds to coordinate with your glasses or daily look.