Comparison

Jaybird vs Shokz

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

Head to head
About

Jaybird

Tailor your audio experience with custom EQ presets and personalized sound profiles for your headphones. Easily locate misplaced earbuds with the integrated tracking feature and adjust various device settings for optimal performance.

Highlights
  • Custom EQ presets
  • Save EQ to headphones
  • Find My Buds tracking
  • Customize button functions
  • Adjust auto-off settings
  • Configure voice prompts
Features
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Leave unbalanced sound in the dust. The Jaybird App gives you the tools you need to take total control of your Jaybird headphones. Create your own EQ presets and save them to your buds. Find a flawless fit. Fine-tune levels to your hearing for the perfect sound no matter what device you’re paired with. Missing headphones? No stress. The app’s Find My Buds feature lets you track down missing buds. Customize button functions, auto-off, voice prompt, and more.

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
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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

Jaybird4 screens
Shokz4 screens

Verdict

The call

Jaybird and Shokz both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 95% of Shokz's written reviews are positive against 58% of Jaybird's. Shokz also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks) and chart position (#46 vs unranked). Jaybird's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.5). 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 — 4.7 for Jaybird against 4.8 for Shokz. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5.5K and 25K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of Jaybird's written reviews are positive against 95% of Shokz's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Jaybird ships an update every 5 weeks, Shokz weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Jaybird versus Shokz: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJaybirdShokz
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (5.5K ratings)4.8 (25K ratings) — better
Positive reviews58.2% of reviews94.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5.5K25K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#46 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size149 MB278 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLogitech Inc.Shenzhen Shokz Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Jaybird

All ratings5,527 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral2.2%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews945 reviews
Positive58.2%
Neutral8.5%
Negative33.3%

Shokz

All ratings25,424 ratings
Positive96.3%
Neutral2.2%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews5,073 reviews
Positive94.7%
Neutral2.0%
Negative3.3%

User reviews

Jaybird

From 5.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Customizable sound quality
  • 🔒 Secure Bluetooth connection
  • 👍 Comfortable and durable design
  • 👍 Useful app features (find my buds, presets)

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes
  • 🐛 Connectivity issues with app
  • 🔋 Battery life issues
  • 🐛 Buggy software updates

Shokz

From 25K 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

Jaybird

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App unable to connect to earbuds
  • App not compatible with latest iOS versions
  • Earbuds randomly disconnecting
  • Earbuds not charging properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Apple Music integration
  • Ability to adjust volume of audio prompts
  • Improved Bluetooth range
  • More color options for earbuds

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

Jaybird

No in-app purchases

None

Shokz

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Jaybird free?
Jaybird 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, Jaybird or Shokz?
Shokz is rated higher. Jaybird averages 4.7 out of 5 from 5.5K ratings, while Shokz averages 4.8 from 25K ratings.
Do Jaybird or Shokz have ads?
Neither Jaybird nor Shokz shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Jaybird or Shokz?
Jaybird ships an update every 5 weeks, and Shokz weekly. Most recently, Jaybird was updated on September 21, 2026 and Shokz on September 26, 2026.

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