
ASUS Cetra Open Wireless vs TOZO Open X2 Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the TOZO Open X2 Pro comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 79. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Score breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
TOZO Open X2 Pro leads on 5 of 7 measures.
- ASUS Cetra Open Wireless
- TOZO Open X2 Pro
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Both shipped in 2026. These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. The platform is level; the newer hardware shows up in convenience features instead - the TOZO Open X2 Pro adds Custom EQ and Water resistance IPX7 against IPX5.
- Cetra Open Wireless2026
- Open X2 Pro2026
- Custom EQ
- No
- Yes
- Water resistance
- IPX5
- IPX7
Everyday features
Level on: Companion app.
Specifications
- Type
- Open-Ear
- Open-Ear
- Price (USD)
- $210
- $170
- HearWiki score
- 76
- 79
- Released
- 2026
- 2026
- Availability
- Sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 14.2 mm dynamic
- 15.4 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 14.2 mm
- 15.4 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Impedance
- 16 Ω
- -
- Bluetooth
- -
- 6.0
- Codecs
- -
- SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
- Multipoint pairing
- -
- Yes
- Battery life
- 64 h
- 36 h
- Wireless charging
- -
- No
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- Yes
- Transparency mode
- No
- -
- Companion app
- Yes
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- No
- Yes
- Wear detection
- -
- No
- Controls
- buttons
- touch
- Voice assistant
- Yes
- -
- Weight
- 11 g
- 9.5 g
- Water resistance
- IPX5
- IPX7
- Detachable cable
- No
- -
- USB-C
- Yes
- -
- Pad material
- silicone
- -
- Microphones
- 1
- -
- Mic sensitivity
- -38 dBV
- -
- Call noise reduction
- Yes
- -
- Call NR technology
- AI ENC
- -
What reviewers said
ASUS Cetra Open Wireless
These open-ear wireless earbuds are designed for long gaming sessions, offering a comfortable fit with a detachable neck strap and a lightweight build. They provide dual connectivity via Bluetooth or a 2.4 GHz dongle, and their 14.2mm drivers deliver clear sound. With an impressive 64-hour battery life and IPX5 water resistance, they're built for extended, active use, though they lack active noise cancellation and a custom EQ.
- Pro:Long 64-hour battery life
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable open-ear design
- Pro:Dual-mode connectivity (Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz)
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:No custom EQ options
- Con:Only one microphone for calls
TOZO Open X2 Pro
The TOZO Open X2 Pro is a feature-packed open-ear earbud that stands out with its long 36-hour battery life, robust IPX7 water resistance, and latest Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity. It also supports high-resolution LDAC audio, making it a solid choice for those who want a versatile and durable listening experience without sacrificing modern conveniences.
- Pro:Excellent battery life with 36 hours of total playback
- Pro:Strong IPX7 water resistance for workouts and outdoor use
- Pro:Supports high-quality LDAC codec for detailed sound
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Open-ear design may not isolate sound well in noisy environments
- Con:Touch controls might be sensitive or require adjustment
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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