How do open-ear earbuds differ from normal earbuds?

They sit outside the ear canal on hooks instead of sealing inside it. You hear your music and your surroundings at once, which is safer outdoors but gives less bass and isolation.

Are they good for running?

Yes, that is their main strength. The hooks hold them in place and you can hear traffic and other people. They are not sweat-proof enough for heavy downpours.

Can I use them in a noisy gym or on a busy street?

Only with limits. Without a seal, background noise competes with your audio, and raising the volume causes more leakage.

Do they have a charging case or how are they powered?

They are wireless earbuds with a built-in battery; charge them with the included cable. Expect several hours per charge, less at high volume.

Will they fit small or large ears?

The hooks are meant to suit a range of ear shapes, but fit is the most common complaint in ratings. Buy where you can return them if the hooks do not sit right.

Where is the Acer Open-Ear Headphones cheapest?

At Walmart, for $10.50, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Acer Open-Ear Headphones?

Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 37 ratings.

Acer Open-Ear Headphones

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Acer Open-Ear Headphones

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Last seen at $10.50 at Walmart on Nov 10.

Our take on the Acer Open-Ear Headphones

Acer's open-ear earbuds rest on the outside of the ear with hooks rather than sealing into the canal, so you stay aware of traffic, coworkers and announcements while listening. Touch controls handle play, pause and track skipping, and the leather-and-metal finish looks less plasticky than most budget sport buds. The trade-off is the open design itself: bass is light and loud rooms leak sound both ways. With a 3.7 average from 37 ratings, buyers are split, mostly over fit and volume rather than build.

Best forRunners and cyclists who need to hear trafficOffice and desk listening between conversationsPeople who dislike earbuds pushed into the ear canalLong wear without ear fatigue

Pros

Open-ear hooks leave the ear canal clear and comfortable for hours
Ambient sound stays audible for safety and awareness
Touch controls for play, pause and skipping
Leather and plated accents give a sturdier feel than typical plastic buds
Hook design stays put during movement for most wearers

Cons

Little bass and thin sound compared with in-ear buds
Sound leaks out; nearby people can hear your audio
Volume struggles in noisy places like streets or gyms
Fit varies by ear shape, and some find the hooks loosen or press

Acer Open-Ear Headphones prices at every store

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In stockSold by LibertyAudioReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.
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What reviewers say

3.7 / 537 ratings

Ratings land at 3.7 out of 5, and the split follows the open-ear format: owners like the comfort and awareness, while others find the sound thin and the fit unreliable.

What people mention

Sound qualityCriticisedOwners describe thin bass and a flat, quiet output next to in-ear earbuds.
FitMixedSome wearers get a secure hook fit; others say it slips or presses after a while.
ComfortPraisedThe open design avoids ear-canal soreness during long listening sessions.
Sound leakageCriticisedPeople nearby can hear the audio when volume is raised.
ControlsPraisedTouch taps for play, pause and skipping are described as simple to use.

About the Acer Open-Ear Headphones

The Acer Open-Ear Headphones are wireless earbuds with an open-ear, clip-on design. Ergonomic ear hooks hold them in place, and the clip-on style fits various ear shapes and sizes.

They are made with a combination of leather and plating materials. Touch controls let you tap to play, pause or skip tracks.

Color: Black
Type: Wireless open-ear earbuds
Fit: Clip-on with ergonomic ear hooks
Material: Leather and plating
Controls: Touch controls for play, pause and skipping tracks

Specifications

color: BlackSource
actual_color: BlackSource

Questions and answers

How do open-ear earbuds differ from normal earbuds?: They sit outside the ear canal on hooks instead of sealing inside it. You hear your music and your surroundings at once, which is safer outdoors but gives less bass and isolation.
Are they good for running?: Yes, that is their main strength. The hooks hold them in place and you can hear traffic and other people. They are not sweat-proof enough for heavy downpours.
Can I use them in a noisy gym or on a busy street?: Only with limits. Without a seal, background noise competes with your audio, and raising the volume causes more leakage.
Do they have a charging case or how are they powered?: They are wireless earbuds with a built-in battery; charge them with the included cable. Expect several hours per charge, less at high volume.
Will they fit small or large ears?: The hooks are meant to suit a range of ear shapes, but fit is the most common complaint in ratings. Buy where you can return them if the hooks do not sit right.
Where is the Acer Open-Ear Headphones cheapest?: At Walmart, for $10.50, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Acer Open-Ear Headphones?: Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 37 ratings.