The Suunto Wing are bone conduction headphones made by Finnish company, Suunto, and feature unique additions like LED hazard lights and a power bank that set them apart from the rest of the pack. As with other bone conduction headphones, their open fit allows for safer traversal of busy streets and crowded trails thanks to the prioritization of environmental awareness.
Our Verdict
The Suunto Wing are designed for sports and fitness. They have an IP67 certification for dust and water resistance, making them some of the most weather-resistant headphones we've tested. You can take them out on dusty hikes or rainy jogs without hesitation. Their battery also lasts for 12.5 hours, which is more than enough for even a full marathon. Their design also makes staying active a breeze: your ears aren't blocked, so you can stay aware of your surroundings, and their ergonomic design delivers a lightweight, stable, and comfortable wear. To top it off, they support multi-point connectivity, allowing you to connect to a smartwatch and your smartphone simultaneously.
Stable and comfortable fit.
12.5-hour battery life.
Disappointing microphone noise handling.
Bone conduction can be uncomfortable if you wear glasses or earrings.
The Suuno Wing aren't ideal for travel. Their open design means you have no noise attenuation from the outside world; you'll hear airplane and bus engines rumble loud and clear. The Suunto are also wireless only, so you won't be able to use them with in-flight entertainment systems. And while their 12.5-hour battery will last for most flights, your neighboring passengers may notice audio leakage from your headphones.
Stable and comfortable fit.
Bad noise isolation performance.
Bone conduction can be uncomfortable if you wear glasses or earrings.
The Suuno Wing are suitable for office work if you're in a collaborative environment. The Suunto Wing have no noise attenuation to speak of, so if you need to lock in and concentrate in a busy bullpen, you're out of luck. However, if you work in a generally quiet space or often collaborate with coworkers, the Suunto headphones allow you to stay aware of your surroundings and conversations without needing to switch to transparency modes or remove your headphones. While they aren't the best for audio reproduction accuracy, their elevated mid-range means speech during Teams meetings will still be comprehensible. The Suunto are also comfortable and lightweight, though glasses wearers may find bone conduction in general annoying.
Stable and comfortable fit.
Bad noise isolation performance.
Disappointing microphone noise handling.
Bone conduction can be uncomfortable if you wear glasses or earrings.
The Suuno Wing only connects over Bluetooth, so they won't work with most consoles. That said, they support aptX Adaptive, so you may be able to use them for PC and mobile gaming without too much audio/video sync error.
The Suuno Wing only connects wirelessly and can't be used for wired gaming.
The Suuno Wing are bad for audio reproduction accuracy. That said, they aren't really meant for high-fidelity audio reproduction; instead, they are targeted at people looking for a durable headphone for an active lifestyle. Plus, our testing rig isn't meant for testing bone conduction transducers, as it lacks an approximation of human auditory mechanisms. Like other bone conduction headphones, the Suunto have a dominant mid-range, making them well-suited for voice-dominant content like podcasts. You can also make use of the occlusion effect by blocking your ears with the included earplugs to boost their bass and volume.
The Suuno Wing aren't meant to isolate you from noise due to their open design; you can hear your surroundings as though you weren't wearing headphones. That said, they have okay leakage performance. If you have them at max volume, a nearby coworker won't hear much of your audio leaking in a busy office.
The Suuno Wing have a mediocre microphone system. While it reproduces your voice naturally and comprehensibly, it does almost nothing to separate your voice from background noise. Anyone on call with you will hear most background noise, and your voice can even be overwhelmed by loud sounds, like jackhammers.
The Suuno Wing score worse than they actually perform for frequency response consistency. That said, they still aren't as consistent in audio reproduction as headphones that use air conduction drivers, and the way they fit on your head affects how they sound.
Performance Usages
Changelog
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Updated Dec 11, 2025:
This review was updated to mention the Mojawa Run Plus in the Noise Isolation - Full Range box.
- Updated Nov 27, 2025: Review published.
- Updated Nov 17, 2025: Early access published.
- Updated Nov 05, 2025: Our testers have started testing this product.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Suunto Wing come in 'Black,' 'Lime,' and 'Red' variants. We tested the 'Black' color and you can view the label.
If you encounter other variants of the headphones, please let us know in the comments and we'll update the review.
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The Suunto Wing is the predecessor to the Suunto Wing 2. The sequel to the Wing drop their IP rating from 67 to 66, support fast charging with their power bank, and swap the headphones' charging port for USB-C. That said, the Wing 2 come in at a higher RRP (recommended retail price).
Expanding to products from the brand-to-beat in the bone conduction space, Shokz, the Suunto Wing's specs more closely match those of the Shokz OpenRun Bone Conduction, rather than the IP-55 rated Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Bone Conduction. Like the Wing, the OpenRun feature an IP67 rating, making them suitable for a multitude of outdoor settings, though they aren't as comfortable or well built. On the other hand, the OpenRun Pro 2 match the Wing in ergonomics, and feature additional dynamic drivers meant to enhance your listening experience. The OpenRun Pro 2's microphone is also significantly better at handling noise. Regardless, any of these options keep your ears free so you can concentrate on beating your PB.
If you find yourself distracted by bone conduction vibrations, or just find them unpleasant, check out our recommendations for best headphones and earbuds for running and working out, and best neckband headphones. Lacing up for your first quarter marathon? Have a look at our picks for best marathon running shoes.
The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Bone Conduction and Suunto Wing are similar headphones that both use bone conduction transducers. That said, the Shokz also have dynamic drivers meant to improve their sound quality. Compared to the Suunto, the additional drivers allow the Shokz to reach similar levels of audio without relying as much on bone conduction, reducing the vibrating sensation for the listener (which some find uncomfortable). That said, the Shokz have a lower IP55 rating compared to the Suunto's IP67. For most, this won't matter, but if you often hike near water, you may prefer the protection against temporary submersion offered by the Suunto.
The Suunto Wing and Shokz OpenRun Bone Conduction are similar bone conduction headphones. They both sport an IP67 rating against water and dust exposure, and both manufacturers claim they're also sweat-resistant. That said, there are some minor differences that may push you toward one product over another. The Shokz are available in two sizes, which can be particularly attractive if you have a smaller head. Meanwhile, the Suunto come with a powerbank that stores an additional two charges and LED hazard lights on the sides. Plus, the Suunto are better built, and we found they were more stable to wear.
The Bose Ultra Open Earbuds and Suunto Wing are different headphones that are both suitable for active lifestyles. The Suunto are bone conduction headphones that use vibrating transducers to transmit audio through your head to your auditory machinery, while the Bose are cuff-style earbuds that use more standard dynamic drivers to transmit audio. Both designs allow your ears to remain unobstructed, enabling you to stay aware of your surroundings. The Suunto has a more aggressive IP67 certification in contrast to the Bose's IPX4 rating, so if you plan to do more than jog in the rain, you'll likely prefer the Suunto. That said, the Bose are less bulky and are better suited as general-use headphones due to their superior microphone and more customizable app.
The Suunto Wing and Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are both headphones catered to people with active lifestyles. The Beats feature heart rate sensors and ear hooks for stability, while the Suunto have an open, headband-style design that features bone conduction transducers. The Suunto feature an IP67 rating that indicates stronger resistance to dust and water exposure compared to the Beats' IPX4, making them the better option for the hardcore outdoorsy. That said, the Beats have top-tier active noise cancellation and transparency modes, allowing you to choose between near-perfect isolation while concentrating on training and awareness when jogging on a busy trail or in the city.
Test Results
The Suunto Wing are mid-range forward headphones that produce almost no bass and a subdued treble. That said, our measurements aren't fully representative of what you'll hear while wearing the headphones. Our testing rig, the Brüel & Kjær HATS Type 5128-B, isn't designed to work with bone conduction headphones, which use additional pathways to transmit audio by interacting with your physical features.
The headphones have a secondary 'Outdoor' mode, which boosts their volume while keeping the frequency response the same. You likely won't want to max out the volume, though; we found that the vibrations can become quite uncomfortable at higher levels.
If staying apprised of your surroundings is of little concern, you can actually use the included earplugs to boost the headphones' bass and overall volume due to the occlusion effect (if you've ever spoken while plugging your ears, you've likely experienced this effect before).
While the Suunto Wing have a poor score for frequency response consistency, it's not exactly indicative of their real-world performance. They don't have much low-frequency reproduction, so large fluctuations in this range aren't as meaningful.
That said, we found the headphones' sound could vary quite a bit depending on your physical characteristics and whether you wear glasses or earrings. Additionally, we found that wearing them with the transducers tilted up and the headband tilted down produced a subjectively better sound.
As expected from open, bone conduction headphones, the Suunto Wing don't have much bass energy. You'll miss out on the thumpy kick and warm bass in songs like Said The Sky & Emma Rosen's Halfway There.
The bad mid-range compliance is bad. The precipitous and sustained dip in the mid-range can muffle female vocals while leaving male vocals relatively untouched. In songs like Ain't No Mountain High Enough, Tammi Terrell's vocals are pushed further back in the mix than those of Marvin Gaye.
The Suunto Wing have more overall treble reproduction than most bone conduction headphones, like the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Bone Conduction. Instruments and vocals are rendered with more brightness and air on the Suunto.
The headphones have disappointing peaks and dips performance. As they primarily reproduce audio in the mid and treble range, you can disregard fluctuations in the bass range. That said, their frequency response fluctuates even in the frequencies the transducers can reproduce. You'll notice vocalists sound alternately present and distant, depending on their pitch.
Despite the headphones' poor score, most individuals won't notice significant issues in stereo matching. Bone conduction headphones don't interact optimally with our testing rig, as they're designed to use additional pathways that use your physical characteristics to transmit audio.
Subjectively, we found it easiest to pinpoint instruments and objects in panning tracks when they were positioned to the left or right extremes of the stereo image. In contrast, we had difficulty distinguishing precise locations as objects got closer to the center, and with most forward and backward movement.
The Suunto Wing can't reproduce low frequency audio, which causes our test to pick up the noise floor of the room as group delay artifacts. You likely won't notice any audible issues.
We've chosen to leave this test blank, as the headphones can't reach the required output levels for this test, making their results incomparable to our other reviews. Couple this with bone conduction interactions with our rig, and you should take the harmonic distortion results with a grain of salt.
These are the settings used to test the Suunto wing. Our results are only valid when used in this configuration.
The Suunto Wing are bone conduction headphones that sit over your ears. Their design is similar to that of other bone conduction headphones, like the Shokz OpenRun Bone Conduction. Vibrating transducer housings sit below your temples, while the frame extends around and behind your head to connect the L/R sides.
We tested the 'Black' version, which has semi-matte, dark gray transducer housings, while the rest of the frame has a more rubbery outer finish. The Suunto Wing also come in 'Lime' and 'Red' colors (though only the transducer housings reflect the different colorways). Regardless of the version, the headphones feature three translucent plastic cutouts on either side for the LED light function.
The headphones are very comfortable. They have a lightweight design that doesn't obstruct your ear canals, making them perfect for individuals who are more sensitive to things in their ears. They also feature a soft layer of silicone on the transducer housing to reduce vibrations slightly. That said, the headphones rest their weight on the top of your ears, so they can cause some discomfort after a few hours. Additionally, the transducers can vibrate glasses, earrings, or other headgear, which can be annoying or cause discomfort.
During testing, we subjectively found the sensation of vibration on the Suunto Wing to be slightly more uncomfortable than that of the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Bone Conduction at similar levels. The added dynamic drivers on the Shokz likely alleviate some of the reliance on bone conduction, thereby reducing the sensation relative to the Suunto.
The Suunto Wing have okay controls. The headphones have three buttons and simple-to-understand actions. That said, the sheer number of button combinations and multi-press or hold actions can be a lot to memorize.
On the plus side, these combinations allow you to control anything from track skipping and playback to LED light activation. You can check out their full control options in two screenshots (1, 2).
The volume buttons are easy to distinguish from one another due to their different embossing, and they provide tactile, clicky feedback when pressed. The headphones also chime when you change the volume or make an input. That said, many of the commands have the same chime, so we'd recommend studying the controls a bit.
These headphones are relatively portable. Unlike traditional over-ear headphones, which can have similar dimensions, these bone conduction headphones aren't bulky on your head. And while you can't store them in your pockets, you can hang them from your neck or store them in a bag easily.
The Suunto Wing come with a power bank. It doesn't offer any protection for the headphones, but you can technically store the headphones in it using the plastic clip. That said, the clip is a potential weak point made from thin, flimsy-feeling plastic.
The headphones are impressively well-built. The headphones have a titanium alloy frame and silicone components. While their frame is quite flexible and returns to its original shape easily, heavy bending in extreme weather conditions could damage the headphones. The power bank is less well-constructed, primarily due to the plastic clip that holds the headphones in place during charging.
The headphones have an IP67 certification against dust and water exposure, matching the Shokz OpenRun Bone Conduction. The power bank has a lower IP55 rating.
The Suunto Wing have excellent stability. You'll have a hard time shaking these bone conduction headphones off with both light and intense shaking. That said, their fit may change slightly as the headband can slide down closer to your neck during activity, causing the bone conduction transducers to tilt up towards your temples.
If you're working on a bench or exercise equipment on which your head rests, the headphones will likely be pushed out of place due to their design.
- Suunto Wing
- USB-A to magnetic two-prong charging cable (58 cm / 22.83 in)
- Ear plugs with dedicated case
- Power bank
- Documentation
The Suunto Wing don't block your ears or ear canals in any meaningful way. As a result, you should expect to hear your surroundings as though you were not wearing headphones, which is great if you need to stay aware on a jog or interact with coworkers in the office. That said, the headphones also come with earplugs, like the Mojawa Run Plus, which you can wear if you prefer to concentrate in relative silence.
In common scenarios, these headphones won't do anything to block out the noise of airplane engines, chatty coworkers, or cars zooming past on a busy street. If noise is something that bothers you on a commute or during a workout, consider the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2, which, in addition to remarkable active noise cancellation, have biometric tracking.
These headphones leak some audio. That said, our test runs at max volume with these headphones. In practice, you likely won't be listening to them with your volume maxed out, though; the vibrations can become quite uncomfortable at higher levels.
The mic's recording quality is alright. Speech will sound intelligible on the receiving end of a call, although deeper voices may lack some fullness, and higher voices some airiness.
The headphones mic noise handling is disappointing. Noise reduction features seem nearly non-existent, and anyone on call with you will hear the full brunt of noise in the background. Additionally, loud, sustained noises like subway cars screeching to a halt will overwhelm your voice, leaving you barely audible.
The Suunto Wing has adequate battery life. During continuous playback, the battery lasts 12.5 hours. That said, as you toggle more features on (LED lights, head gesture monitoring, Bluetooth multipoint), you can expect the battery to drain more rapidly.
The power bank holds an additional 2 charges, and, according to the manufacturer, takes about 1 hour to charge the headphones.
The Suunto app is passable. The app has basic features for toggling head gesture controls, managing device connections, and enabling and adjusting the LED light patterns. You can also adjust the 'Sound Mode' between Normal and Outdoor.
The app also includes fitness tracking features, as it's designed to work with Suunto sports watches.
They come with a USB-A charging cable with a proprietary magnetic charging connector (58 cm). That said, their charging dock uses a USB-C connector (though it doesn't include a cable).
These headphones have decent Bluetooth connectivity. They support multipoint pairing, the aptX Adaptive codec, in addition to the standard SBC codecs. You likely won't notice any improvements in audio quality due to the codecs, as bone conduction isn't the highest fidelity method of reproducing audio. Nevertheless, the lower latency of aptX Adaptive will definitely be a boon for minimizing audio/video desync on Teams meetings and phone games. While the headphones don't support quick pairing on either Android or iOS, the headphones support NFC pairing.
You can connect to your PC via Bluetooth with both audio and microphone support.