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Langsdom Airwave Pro2 Review

Name: Other Langsdom Airwave Pro2
Brand: Other
Rating: 3.8 (1 reviews)

Abigail Lock

Posted Jul 12, 2026

The Langsdom Airwave Pro 2 improves on comfort, quick charging, and music quality. While Langsdom doesn't beat Shockz on fit, controls, or calls, the Airwave Pro 2 is a viable open-ear headphone for runners.

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Langsdom Airwave Pro2

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Pros

Improved comfort compared to the original AirWave Pro
Reliable 13+ hour battery life with quick-charging
Langsdom app allows button-function customization
Rich, clear music sound
App allows EQ customization with pre-loaded EQ settings for different music styles
Strong value when on sale for $99 (retails for $139.99)
High quality carrying case included

Cons

Sound quality is more position-dependent than Shokz
Call quality struggles in wind or with hair down around ears
Right-side controls are less convenient when riding a bike
App feels optional rather than essential
No size options for smaller heads

When David and I reviewed the original Langsdom AirWave Pro in late 2025, it made a strong first impression as a feature-packed open-ear headphone with long battery life, solid sound, and a lower price point than many of the bigger names in the category. But it also came with a few tradeoffs, especially for runners with smaller heads. I liked the sound quality and battery life, but the fit felt less dialed-in than my Shokz OpenRun Mini, and the bulkier contact points around the ears caused some discomfort during longer wear.

The Langsdom AirWave Pro 2 enters the picture as more of a refinement than a total reinvention. It still has the open-ear design, long battery life, quick-charging capability, app-connected features, and sweat-friendly build that made the first version interesting. But this time around, I was most curious about the details:

Did Langsdom improve the comfort?
Does the sound still hold up?
Are the controls easier to use?
And at $139.99 full price—or around $99 on sale—does the AirWave Pro 2 make sense next to a more established option like the Shokz OpenRun?

For this review, I tested the AirWave Pro 2 across a mix of running, cycling, work, and everyday use. So far, that includes four outdoor bike rides lasting two to three hours each, two runs of 45 to 60 minutes, several two- to three-hour work sessions, phone calls, outdoor use near traffic, plenty of sweat exposure, app exploration, quick-charging tests, and side-by-side comparison with my Shokz OpenRun Mini.

Because I’m the only tester for this round, I paid close attention to where the AirWave Pro 2 felt meaningfully different from the original AirWave Pro, and where my Shokz still felt more polished.

In short, the AirWave Pro 2 is more comfortable than the first version and sounds excellent for music, especially if you like fuller sound and better bass. But it still has some quirks around fit, controls, call quality, and overall user experience.

Fit, Comfort, & Controls

The biggest improvement I’ve noticed with the AirWave Pro 2 is comfort. With the original AirWave Pro, the fit worked well enough for running and general use, but I noticed some pressure around the ears during longer wear. That has not been an issue with the AirWave Pro 2. Across testing conditions, I haven't experienced the same soreness or pressure points I experienced with the first version.

That improvement is especially notable because the AirWave Pro 2 does not appear to be meaningfully lighter. My sample weighed 26 grams, which is the same weight I measured for both the original AirWave Pro and my Shokz OpenRun Mini. In other words, the comfort improvement does not seem to come from shaving weight. It feels more like Langsdom improved how the headphones sit around the ears.

I also had no issues wearing the AirWave Pro 2 with a hat, sunglasses or a bike helmet, which is a big deal for runners and cyclists who regularly stack gear. The ear hooks felt secure without creating the kind of pressure that makes you want to rip headphones off halfway through a ride.

That said, Shokz still wins the fit battle for my smaller head. The OpenRun Mini has a more snug, dialed-in wrap behind my head, while the AirWave Pro 2 leaves a little more space around the rear band. The Langsdom fit is comfortable and secure enough for my runs, rides, and daily use, but it does not disappear on my head quite as cleanly as the Shokz OpenRun Mini.

The controls are more of a mixed bag. For running, walking, working, and general use, the button setup is fine. I didn’t have trouble pausing, adjusting volume, or using the headphones casually. But for cycling, the controls feel clunky. The AirWave Pro 2 uses the same button setup as the original AirWave Pro, with all controls on the right side. On the bike, I prefer the Shokz-style multi-function button on the left earpiece because it lets me take my left hand off the bar while keeping my right hand closer to the rear brake and gear shift.

That may sound like a small detail, but it matters in real-world riding. When you’re descending, riding near traffic, or navigating variable terrain, headphone controls should feel almost automatic. The AirWave Pro 2 controls work, but they do not feel as intuitive or bike-friendly as Shokz.

Overall, the AirWave Pro 2 is a clear step forward in comfort from the original AirWave Pro. It is light, wearable, sweat-friendly, and compatible with sunglasses and a helmet. But when it comes to smaller-head fit and control layout, Shokz still feels like the better choice.

Sound Quality, Calls, & Comparison to Shokz

Sound quality is one of the AirWave Pro 2’s biggest strengths, especially for music. Compared to my Shokz OpenRun Mini, the Langsdom sound feels richer, clearer, and less tinny. The bass comes through better, and music has a fuller overall feel. If I’m listening to a playlist during a run, ride, or work session, I prefer the AirWave Pro 2’s sound.

That said, the sound quality is more dependent on positioning than it is with my Shokz. When the AirWave Pro 2 sits in the right spot, music sounds noticeably better. But if the headphones shift slightly or sit a little off, the clarity can change. With Shokz, the sound feels a bit more consistent because the fit is more snug and dialed-in on my head.

The comparison gets more interesting with podcasts and audiobooks. Even though the AirWave Pro 2 sounds better to me for music, I still prefer Shokz for spoken-word audio. Voices sound cleaner and more direct on the OpenRun Mini. My best guess is that music benefits from the Langsdom’s fuller sound and stronger bass, while podcasts and audiobooks are simpler audio files with one main vocal layer. For that kind of listening, Shokz seems to deliver the voice more clearly.

Call quality has been more mixed. In calm conditions or with general background noise, the AirWave Pro 2 does a decent job picking up my voice. But wind is a major factor. During outdoor calls, especially near traffic, the sound quality can fall apart quickly.

I noticed this most clearly during a client call from a coffee shop patio near traffic. My client said I sounded like I was underwater. When I put my hair up in a messy bun, the call quality improved on her end, which makes me think the microphone performance may be sensitive to hair placement, headphone position, wind direction, or some combination of all three. Either way, I would not rely on these for important outdoor calls or in breezy conditions.

There are also a few small user-experience details where Shokz still feels more polished. One thing I missed immediately was the battery-level announcement when powering on my OpenRun Mini. The AirWave Pro 2 does not give that same spoken battery update, which is not a dealbreaker, but it is one of those small conveniences that makes Shokz feel more refined.

Overall, I’d give the AirWave Pro 2 the edge for music, especially if you like fuller sound and stronger bass in an open-ear headphone. But Shokz still wins for podcasts, audiobooks, outdoor call reliability, and overall audio consistency.

Battery, App, & Features

Battery life and charging are two of the AirWave Pro 2’s strongest practical features. Langsdom lists the battery life at 13.5 hours, and in my testing, that claim holds up. I used the headphones across multiple runs, rides, work sessions, and calls without feeling like I had to constantly monitor the battery or rush them back to the charger.

The quick-charging feature is especially useful. This is one of those features that can sound nice on a spec sheet but only matters if it actually changes how you use the product. With the AirWave Pro 2, it does. The headphones charge quickly enough that I stopped thinking about battery management as a real concern. If I noticed they were low before heading out the door, a short charge was enough to make them usable again.

I also had no issues with sweat. I wore the AirWave Pro 2 during sweaty runs and bike rides, and they continued working normally. With an IP67 dust and water resistance rating, I expected them to handle normal training conditions, and so far, they have.

Another small but appreciated detail is the carrying case. The AirWave Pro 2 comes with a premium-feeling zippered hard-shell pouch, with an interior net pocket for the charger. It is not the kind of feature that makes or breaks a pair of headphones, but it does make the overall package feel more elevated.

The Langsdom app adds another layer of customization, though I would not call it essential. The most useful app features are the EQ settings and button customization. The app includes preset EQ options for Pop, Jazz, Classical, and Country, plus two blank custom presets you can adjust yourself. That makes sense for a headphone that performs especially well with music. If you like tinkering with sound, the app gives you some room to play.

The button customization is also useful in theory, especially since the physical button layout is not my favorite for cycling. However, the app does not fully solve the ergonomic issue of having the controls positioned on the right side. It gives you more control over what the buttons do, but it does not change where the buttons are.

There is also an AI feature built into the app that appears to be based on a Chinese open-source framework, but I had a hard time understanding how it connects to the headphones or improves the user experience. It may appeal to someone who likes exploring extra tech features, but for my purposes, it felt disconnected from the core headphone experience.

Overall, the AirWave Pro 2’s best features are the ones you notice during actual use: long battery life, fast charging, sweat resistance, and customizable sound. The app is nice to have if you want to adjust EQ settings or button functions, but I would not buy the headphones because of the app alone.

Final Thoughts

The Langsdom AirWave Pro 2 feels like a refinement of the original AirWave Pro, but not a total reinvention. My biggest issue with the first version was comfort. The sound quality and battery life were strong, but the pressure around my ears made the headphones harder to love for longer wear. With the AirWave Pro 2, that issue has largely disappeared. I have been able to wear them for runs, rides, work sessions, and bike rides with sunglasses and a helmet without the same discomfort.

The strongest case for the AirWave Pro 2 is music quality. Compared to my Shokz OpenRun Mini, the Langsdom sounds richer, fuller, and less tinny, especially when it comes to bass. If you mostly listen to music while running, riding, lifting, or working, that difference is noticeable. Add in reliable 13+ hour battery life, fast charging, sweat resistance, a nice carrying case, and app-based EQ customization, and the AirWave Pro 2 starts to feel like a well-rounded open-ear headphone for people who want more than the bare minimum.

But Shokz still feels more polished in several important ways. The OpenRun Mini fits my smaller head better, feels more secure behind the head, sounds cleaner for podcasts and audiobooks, and has a more intuitive control setup—especially for cycling. I also missed small user-experience details like the battery-level announcement when powering on. And while the AirWave Pro 2 can handle normal background noise during calls, wind and outdoor call conditions are still a real weakness.

Price matters here, too. At the full $139.99 MSRP, the AirWave Pro 2 is actually more expensive than the Shokz OpenRun at $129.95, which makes the recommendation tougher. At full price, I think Shokz still has the edge for most runners because the overall experience feels more refined. But when the AirWave Pro 2 is on sale, it becomes a much more compelling option. All this being said, the Airwave Pro 2 is most likely intended to compete directly with the Shockz OpenRun Pro 2 which currently retails at $179.95, so in that context Langsdom is a budget-friendly option.

I would recommend the Langsdom AirWave Pro 2 to runners who want fuller music sound, strong battery life, fast charging, sweat resistance, and a more comfortable fit than the original AirWave Pro. I would be more hesitant to recommend it to smaller-headed runners who already love the Shokz Mini fit, cyclists who care a lot about button ergonomics, podcast-first listeners, or anyone who regularly takes important outdoor calls in windy conditions.

Ultimately, the AirWave Pro 2 is a strong open-ear headphone with a lot to like, but its value depends heavily on price, user preferences, and fit needs.