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Bone conduction might sound like some sort of medieval torture method, but it’s actually an exceedingly safe way for people — especially people engaged in active pursuits — to listen to audio through headphones without blocking out their surroundings. They’re also much easier on the eardrums, and right now you can try a well-reviewed pair of bone conduction headphones from Walmart with a massive discount.
The Geryst Bone Conduction Open-Ear Headphones are on sale for $30 at Walmart, 83% off their normal $180 price tag. This deal is good on the black colorway, but neon green is just $33, gray $35, and light white and orange $36, so you can get a great discount no matter your color preference.
Geryst Bone Conduction Open-Ear Headphones, $30 (was $180) at Walmart
These headphones are built around a flexible titanium frame, non-slip silicone coating, and elastic ergonomic headband that keeps them in place even during intense movement. By in place, we mean with the speakers sitting snugly just in front of the ear, where they can transmit sound vibrations directly to the cochlea. They’re comfortable even for those wearing glasses, hats, or helmets, and they weigh just 29 grams, so they won’t weigh anyone down. Audio gets to these headphones via Bluetooth 6.0, and it gets to your brain via both bone (low frequencies) and air conduction (high frequencies). On top of all that, they feature an onboard display, up to 12 hours of battery life, and IP67 waterproofing, so you can sweat all over them without worry.
One shopper called these headphones “lightweight, comfortable, and easy to wear.” They added that “the sound is clear and the Bluetooth connection is reliable, and I love being able to hear my surroundings while listening to music.”
Another customer agreed, adding that Bluetooth “pairing was very fast, and the headphones are very comfortable to wear” and “feel better for my ears” because they don’t sit right on top of them. Still, sound quality is “clear and sharp with strong penetration,” confirming the somewhat counterintuitive notion that great sound doesn’t need to be piped directly into your ears.
Deals We’re Loving
- Geryst Bone Conduction Headphones, $29 (was $160) at Walmart
- Shokz OpenFit Air, $90 (was $120) at Walmart
- Bloydek 2-Pack Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds, $100 (was $129) at Walmart
Good sound, a snug fit, and lots of safety make the Geryst Bone Conduction Open-Ear Headphones worth getting at full price. For $30, they’re a must-have for runners, cyclists, and anyone else who wants a better, safer pair of headphones to wear around town.
