Comparison

Bose Connect vs Shokz

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Bose Connect

Control and enhance your Bose Bluetooth audio devices. Manage settings, share music with friends, and customize noise cancellation. Stay updated with the latest software for an optimized listening experience.

Highlights
  • Manage product settings
  • Control auto-off timer
  • Adjust volume
  • View battery readings
  • Share music with two headphones
  • Sync speakers for Party Mode
  • Enable Stereo Mode for speakers
  • Adjust noise cancellation
Features
Currently charting
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Bose Connect unlocks the full potential of your Bose Bluetooth® Product. EASY ACCESS TO EVERYTHING Get quick access to the key features on your products, like the auto-off timer, volume control, and battery readings. And it’s the easiest way to manage multiple Bluetooth connections. But that’s just the beginning. SHARE THE MUSIC MUSIC SHARE lets you listen together. Now two pairs of Bose® wireless headphones can share the experience - listen together, at the same time, while one of you DJ’s. New PARTY MODE lets you sync two SoundLink® speakers for double the audio…ideal for listening in two different places, and new STEREO MODE immerses you in music by separating the sound into Left and Right channels across two paired speakers for that amazing stereo experience. GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR HEADPHONES CONTROLLABLE NOISE CANCELLATION on our QC®30 headphones lets you decide how much of the world to let in by adjusting the level of noise cancellation right in the app. And the built-in HEART RATE MONITOR for our SoundSport® Pulse headphones displays your heart rate clearly in the app. AND SO MUCH MORE From viewing product details to personalizing settings, get the most out of your Bose wireless products. It even downloads the latest software in the background and only installs it when you’re ready. See how our simple app can make all the difference. 
* NOTE *
 Bose Connect works with Bose Frames, QC®35, SoundSport® wireless, SoundSport® Pulse wireless, SoundSport® Free wireless, QuietControl™ 30, SoundLink® wireless II, ProFlight® headphones, and SoundWear Companion speaker, SoundLink® Color II, SoundLink® Revolve, SoundLink® Revolve+, SoundLink® Micro, and S1 Pro® speakers
 
 Some features may not be available for all products. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Bose Corporation is under license. https://www.bose.com/en_us/legal/california_privacy_notice_of_collection.html https://worldwide.bose.com/privacypolicy Location Location access is optional and is used only for the Find My Buds feature. Find My Buds uses your device's location to help identify the last known location of your earbuds. If you do not use Find My Buds, you can decline location access and continue to use the rest of the app. Location information used by Find My Buds is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to Bose.

About

Shokz

Enhance your audio experience with customizable sound modes and a powerful equalizer. Effortlessly manage multiple Bluetooth devices, update firmware, and control playback. Access detailed information about your headphones and the brand.

Highlights
  • Customizable sound modes
  • Equalizer settings
  • Multipoint Bluetooth pairing
  • Firmware upgrades
  • Playback controls
  • Headphone information access
Features
Currently charting
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You can find the following functions in the Shokz app: 1) Rich and powerful sound Enjoy built-in tuning for easy switching between sound modes, while the customizable equalizer allows you to tailor your music to your preferences. 2) Programmable buttons Assign touch buttons to the functions you use the most. 3) Effortless multipoint pairing The app allows you to simultaneously connect one pair of headphones to two Bluetooth devices. Additionally, you can easily switch and manage other Shokz headphones directly from the app. 4) Firmware upgrades Up-to-date firmware keeps your headphones in optimal condition, ensuring you get the best user experience. 5) Playback controls Adjust the volume, pause/play music, skip songs, and choose playback modes directly through the app. 6) Access information - Your headphones: Including headphone battery status, user manual, serial number, and additional details. - Shokz: Explore the brand story, service policy, and other relevant information. If you have any feedback, please visit the "About Us" section and select "Feedback" to share your comments with us. Note The Shokz app is compatible with OpenRun Pro, OpenFit, OpenFit Air, OpenSwim Pro, OpenRun Pro 2, OpenFit 2, OpenMeet, OpenDots ONE, OpenFit 2+, and OpenFit Pro. Please be aware that certain features may not be accessible on all products.

Screenshots

Bose Connect4 screens
Shokz4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Shokz at weekly against Bose Connect's every 3 months. Shokz also leads on review sentiment (95% vs 68%). Bose Connect's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (294K vs 26K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Bose Connect against 4.8 for Shokz. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bose Connect has 294K ratings behind it against 26K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of Bose Connect's written reviews are positive against 95% of Shokz's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bose Connect ships an update every 3 months, Shokz weekly. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Bose Connect versus Shokz: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBose ConnectShokz
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (294K ratings) — better4.8 (26K ratings)
Positive reviews67.6% of reviews94.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings294K — better26K
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#88#50 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS1615.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size235 MB279 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperBose CorporationShenzhen Shokz Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Bose Connect

All ratings293,404 ratings
Positive96.5%
Neutral2.0%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews2,481 reviews
Positive67.6%
Neutral6.5%
Negative25.9%

Shokz

All ratings25,887 ratings
Positive96.3%
Neutral2.2%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews5,301 reviews
Positive94.6%
Neutral2.0%
Negative3.4%

User reviews

Bose Connect

From 294K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🔒 Seamless connectivity
  • 👍 Great sound quality
  • 💡 Useful features like stereo pairing

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent connectivity and pairing issues
  • 🐛 Buggy and unreliable app
  • 🔋 Battery life concerns
  • 👎 Difficult to set up stereo mode

Shokz

From 26K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Comfortable and lightweight
  • 🚀 Excellent sound quality
  • 💡 Awareness of surroundings
  • 🔋 Long battery life
  • 👍 Seamless multi-device connectivity

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional Bluetooth connectivity issues
  • 🔋 Battery life could be better
  • 👎 Limited EQ customization options
  • 👎 Microphone quality could be improved
  • 👎 Volume range not optimal in some environments

Bugs and requests

Bose Connect

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App frequently loses connection with devices
  • Firmware updates cause issues and break functionality
  • Stereo mode often fails to work properly
  • Random power-on and disconnection problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Equalizer options
  • Ability to set default noise cancellation level
  • Improved Bluetooth management and device switching
  • Better accessibility support

Shokz

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Headphones randomly disconnecting
  • App unable to detect/connect to headphones
  • Inconsistent volume levels

Requested features

4 requests
  • More advanced EQ settings
  • Automatic volume adjustment based on environment
  • Customizable button controls
  • Integration with fitness/health tracking apps

In-app purchases

None

Bose Connect

No in-app purchases

None

Shokz

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bose Connect free?
Bose Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shokz free?
Shokz is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Bose Connect or Shokz?
Bose Connect is rated higher. Bose Connect averages 4.8 out of 5 from 294K ratings, while Shokz averages 4.8 from 26K ratings.
Do Bose Connect or Shokz have ads?
Neither Bose Connect nor Shokz shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bose Connect or Shokz?
Bose Connect ships an update every 3 months, and Shokz weekly. Most recently, Bose Connect was updated on October 26, 2026 and Shokz on October 26, 2026.
Which is more popular, Bose Connect or Shokz?
Bose Connect currently peaks at #88 in the App Store charts, and Shokz at #50. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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