Shokz OpenDots Air is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 20,500, brand new and sealed, with clip-on open-ear earbuds, Bluetooth 6.1, IP55 protection and up to 36 hours of music with the case. The Shokz OpenDots Air comes from Shokz, the brand best known for open-ear sport audio. Each earbud weighs about 6.3 grams, and a single charge plays music for up to 9 hours. Call time reaches 8 hours per charge, which suits people who live on the phone. Come and see the Shokz OpenDots Air at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Designed for university students, estate agents, logistics coordinators and weekend runners, the Shokz OpenDots Air handles music, podcasts and calls without sealing off your ears. Sealed in-ear buds can leave you deaf to a reversing lorry in Industrial Area or a lecturer calling your name at Kenyatta University. The Shokz OpenDots Air rests on the outer ear and leaves the canal uncovered, so the street stays audible. Dual AI microphones in each earbud trim background noise during calls, which helps an agent showing a flat in Kilimani or a coordinator phoning drivers from a busy yard.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell grey-import earbuds with no paperwork, Mascom International offers the Shokz OpenDots Air sealed, with a receipt and a 12-month warranty. Buyers throughout Kenya report that the lighter clip-on shape is easy to wear all day, even with glasses or a headscarf. If you are weighing it against other open-ear options, our staff will place the Shokz OpenDots Air beside them on the counter so you can compare fit and sound. Walk in Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, or order on WhatsApp and pay when it arrives.
Common Questions About the Shokz OpenDots Air
What is the Shokz OpenDots Air price in Kenya?
The Shokz OpenDots Air sells for KSh 20,500 brand new and sealed at Mascom International on Kimathi Street, Nairobi. For that amount you get the earbuds, the charging case, a user guide and a warranty card, backed by a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. Delivery is pay-on-arrival across Kenya. The Shokz OpenDots ONE, also stocked by Mascom International, costs KSh 23,000, so the Shokz OpenDots Air saves you KSh 2,500 while keeping the same clip-on idea.
Shokz OpenDots Air or Shokz OpenDots ONE: what is the real difference?
The Shokz OpenDots Air costs KSh 2,500 less than the Shokz OpenDots ONE and gives longer call time: 8 hours per charge against 6.3 hours. It uses newer Bluetooth 6.1 and carries IP55 water resistance, a step above the IP54 rating on the ONE. The ONE answers back with a dual-driver system, Dolby Audio Mode, Qi wireless case charging and 10 hours of music. Pick the Shokz OpenDots Air for calls and value; pick the ONE if richer sound and wireless charging matter more.
Is the Shokz OpenDots Air safe to wear on a boda boda or matatu commute?
The Shokz OpenDots Air leaves your ear canal open, so you can still hear hooters, conductors and approaching motorbikes while audio plays. That makes it a sensible pick for walking through the CBD or riding a matatu from Rongai, where awareness matters. Keep the volume moderate, because loud music can still drown out warnings. On a boda boda, a helmet strap rarely presses on the clip, but try it with your own helmet in store. Calls ride on Safaricom, Airtel Kenya or Telkom through your phone as usual.
How long can I talk on the Shokz OpenDots Air before recharging?
The Shokz OpenDots Air gives up to 8 hours of calling on one charge and up to 32 hours with the charging case. Music runs up to 9 hours per charge and 36 hours in total. When the earbuds run low, 10 minutes in the case gives up to 2 hours of playback, provided the case shows its green light. Docked earbuds charge fully in 60 minutes, and an empty case needs 120 minutes on a wired charger.
Who should buy the Shokz OpenDots Air, and who should skip it?
The Shokz OpenDots Air fits students, field staff, commuters and runners who want a light, affordable open-ear set with long call time. It is a poor match for anyone who wants outside noise blocked, such as frequent flyers or people working beside generators. Those buyers are better served by the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds, also in stock at Mascom International. Listeners who care most about bass and Dolby sound should step up to the Shokz OpenDots ONE instead.
Is the Shokz OpenDots Air worth KSh 20,500 in Kenya?
The Shokz OpenDots Air is worth KSh 20,500 if you spend long days on calls and want to stay aware of your surroundings. Eight hours of talk time per charge outlasts many clip-on rivals, and IP55 protection handles sweat and rain showers. You also get a genuine Shokz product with local warranty support, which a cheaper copy cannot match. If you mainly listen at a desk in a quiet room, sealed earbuds may give more bass for the money.
What does Bluetooth 6.1 mean on the Shokz OpenDots Air?
Bluetooth 6.1 is one of the newest Bluetooth versions, and the Shokz OpenDots Air uses it to link with your phone, tablet or laptop. It remains backward compatible, so older Android phones and iPhones pair without trouble. The Shokz OpenDots Air supports the SBC and AAC codecs, the formats that carry audio from phone to earbud; AAC is the one iPhones favour. Pairing is quick, and the free Shokz app adds EQ settings once connected.
Can I use the Shokz OpenDots Air at the gym or in heavy rain?
The Shokz OpenDots Air earbuds are rated IP55, which means they resist dust and low-pressure water jets from any direction. Sweat at the gym and a sudden Nairobi downpour fall within that protection. The charging case has no water rating, so leave it in your bag and dry the earbuds before docking them. The rating does not cover swimming or submerging the earbuds. For pool sessions, the Shokz OpenSwim Pro at Mascom International is designed for water.
Technical Specifications
Audio Hardware
- Air conduction transducer — sound travels through the air toward your ear while the canal stays uncovered.
- Frequency response from 100 Hz to 20 kHz — covers voices, instruments and most music detail clearly.
- Driver sensitivity of 97.5 dB plus or minus 3 dB — reaches comfortable listening levels at moderate phone volume.
- Open-ear placement — you hear traffic, announcements and colleagues alongside music, podcasts and calls.
- Four preset EQ modes plus two custom EQ profiles in the Shokz app — adjust the tone for speech or music.
- Sound directed toward the ear canal — people sitting next to you in a quiet office hear little at moderate volume.
Wireless Connectivity
- Bluetooth 6.1 — one of the newest Bluetooth versions, giving a steady link to current phones and laptops.
- Backward compatible with older Bluetooth devices — pairs with older Android phones, iPhones and Windows laptops.
- SBC and AAC codecs — the standard audio formats; AAC gives iPhone users their best Bluetooth sound quality.
- Shokz app for iOS and Android — switch EQ modes and manage settings once the earbuds are paired.
- Works with any Bluetooth audio device — phones, tablets, laptops and many smart TVs connect without extra hardware.
- Pairs through standard Bluetooth settings — no dongle or adapter needed for phones, tablets or laptops.
Battery
- Up to 9 hours of music per charge — covers a full day of lectures or site visits between top-ups.
- Up to 36 hours of music with the charging case — most users charge the case only a few times a week.
- Up to 8 hours of calls per charge and 32 hours with the case — strong for phone-heavy jobs.
- 10-minute quick charge gives up to 2 hours of playback — the case must show its green light prompt.
- Earbuds charge fully in the case in 60 minutes; an empty case takes 120 minutes on a wired charger.
- Charge from any USB phone charger or laptop port — handy when KPLC power cuts leave only a power bank.
Build and Durability
- Each earbud weighs about 6.3 grams — light enough for all-day wear without pressure on the ear.
- Charging case weighs about 37.3 grams, with the full set near 49.9 grams — pocket-friendly for daily carry.
- IP55 rating on the earbuds — resists dust and low-pressure water jets, including heavy sweat and rain.
- Charging case is not waterproof — keep it dry in a bag and dry the earbuds before docking.
- Clip-on open-ear shape — the bud hugs the outer edge of the ear rather than sitting inside the canal.
- Nothing presses into the ear canal — comfortable through long lectures, shifts and drives in Nairobi traffic.
Controls and Inputs
- Pinch control on each earbud — squeeze to play, pause or answer calls without taking out your phone.
- Pinch gestures avoid accidental taps — brushing your hair or adjusting a cap is less likely to trigger commands.
- Dual AI noise-cancelling microphones in each earbud — four microphones in total pick out your voice on calls.
- AI call noise reduction — trims background sounds such as traffic and office chatter so callers hear you clearly.
- Free Shokz app — manage EQ profiles and settings from your phone after the first pairing.
- Status light on the charging case — the green prompt confirms quick charging is active before you head out.
Package Contents
Each sealed Shokz OpenDots Air box at Mascom International contains the items Shokz lists for this model:
- Shokz OpenDots Air true wireless earbuds
- Charging case
- User guide
- Legal statement
- Warranty card
- App card
A wall adapter is not in the box. Compatible chargers and charging cables are sold separately at Mascom International, and our staff will confirm the right one for your case at the counter.
Warranty
Mascom International covers the Shokz OpenDots Air with a 12-month warranty for manufacturing defects under normal use. The cover takes in the earbuds, charging case, microphones, battery and controls during everyday listening and charging. Bring any claim to our Nairobi CBD service desk at Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street.
Buying the Shokz OpenDots Air from Mascom International
You can pick up the Shokz OpenDots Air at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your phone, pair the earbuds at the counter and test them with your own music before you buy. Colours include Black and Daybreak Purple; please confirm which colour is in stock on WhatsApp first.
To order or ask a question, contact us here:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Every order travels pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs get same-day delivery, and Thika, Machakos, Nyeri and Kakamega receive theirs within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
The 12-month warranty above applies to every unit we sell. Expect straight answers on specifications, fair and accurate pricing, and a team that picks up the phone after you have taken your earbuds home.
