44 Speakers With aptX Bluetooth Support (September 2026)

44 ranked speakers support some form of aptX, Qualcomm’s codec family, including every speaker below regardless of which specific variant it lists. Both ends of the connection need aptX support to actually use it - most iPhones don’t have it at all, so this matters mainly if you’re pairing from an Android phone or a Qualcomm-based source.

For a specific variant, see aptX HD (higher bitrate) or aptX Adaptive (variable bitrate for stability) - no ranked speaker currently supports aptX Lossless, Qualcomm’s newest and rarest variant. See Bluetooth codecs explained for why codec choice matters far less on a speaker than on headphones, and what actually does move the needle.

The Speakers

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Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #3 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $100 - Minirig Mini 2: $100 Minirigs eBay

Pros: Very neutral. Much deeper bass than most other speakers in the size. Modular, can easily attach a subwoofer.

Cons: Calls itself splash resistant and has no official water rating. App is buggy. Wireless TWS pairing is buggy.

Full Minirig Mini 2 review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Aux Latency	0ms
Bass Extension (-10dB)	58Hz
Battery Life	12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, AAC, SBC
Built in Microphone	Yes
Charging Time	2.5-3.5 hours
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	3.3" x 2.1" (84 x 53 mm)
Drivers	52mm custom neodymium
EQ	Yes
Frequency Response	65Hz - 16kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	Splash resistant
Max Volume	92dB
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Output Power	15W
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Power Input	Proprietary USB cable
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes (Bluetooth or cable)
Weight	0.7 lbs / 320 g

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Links
- Official Minirig Mini 2 Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Speakertech: Bose Soundlink Micro Vs Minirig Mini 2
- Alan Ross Reviews: Minirig Mini mk2 - best small speaker? More from alanrossreviews →
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #4 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $100 - Minirig Mini: $100 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Very neutral. Much deeper bass than most other speakers in the size. Modular, can easily attach a subwoofer.

Cons: Calls itself splash resistant and has no official water rating. App is buggy. Wireless TWS pairing is buggy. Discontinued; Minirig’s current lineup is the Minirig 4, Subwoofer 4 Ultra and Finite MR-79. Discontinued.

Full Minirig Mini review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Aux Latency	0ms
Bass Extension (-10dB)	58Hz
Battery Life	10 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, SBC
Built in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	3.3" x 2.1" (84 x 53 mm) (depth not listed)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	52mm custom neodymium
EQ	Yes
IP Rating	Splash resistant
Max Volume	92dB
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Output Power	15W RMS
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Power Input	Proprietary USB cable
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes (cable)
Weight	0.7 lbs / 314 g

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Ranked #16 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $170 - B&O Beoplay P2: $170 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Surprisingly strong bass output for its size without distorting at volume. Compact, well-built design with tap/shake gesture controls.

Cons: Good for its time, but now beat out by many others. Discontinued and no longer sold new. Discontinued.

Full B&O Beoplay P2 review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	No
Battery Life	10 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, SBC
Bluetooth Version	4.2
Built in Microphone	Yes
Charging Time	2 hours
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	5.5" x 3.1" x 1.1" (140 x 80 x 28 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	51mm full-range and 19mm tweeter
EQ	Yes
IP Rating	None
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Output Power	15W RMS (per channel)
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	No
TWS	No
Weight	0.6 lbs / 275 g

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Links
- Official B&O Beoplay P2 Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #18 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $79.99 - Bose Soundlink Micro 2: $79.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: IP67 rated, survives a 1m dunk for 30 minutes. Compact fabric strap for clipping to bags/bikes - replaces the 1st-gen’s hook clip, which was prone to breaking. USB-C charging. Surprisingly good bass when mounted outdoors, like on a bike.

Cons: Lack of clarity. Overly boosted bass that causes some thudding, and can overdrive/distort at higher volumes - worse in this regard than the 1st-gen model. Overly boosted treble, turn down bass and treble in the EQ. Falls clearly behind the Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 on bass depth, cleanliness, and loudness.

Full Bose Soundlink Micro 2 review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	No
Battery Life	12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	AAC, aptX, SBC
Bluetooth Version	5.4
Built in Microphone	No
Charging Time	3 hours
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	4.1" x 4.1" x 1.7" (104 x 104 x 43 mm)
Drivers	40mm full-range driver with passive radiator
EQ	Yes
IP Rating	IP67
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Output Power	Specs not published by manufacturer
Party Mode	Yes (Bose Party mode)
Power Bank	No
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes
Weight	0.7 lbs / 329 g

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Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #3 of 142 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $79.99 - Soundcore Motion+: $79.99 used, Discontinued Amazon eBay

Pros: The previous best sounding in class, still a great speaker with separate tweeters, more bass at full volume and better off-axis treble frequency response than the Uboom L. Just okay with the default EQ, I highly recommend using this EQ setting from r/kai7895 to get it more neutral. To achieve the absolute best sound you’ll need the Wavelet app (Android only) and set the provided Wavelet EQ in there too. Turn off the wavelet EQ for outdoor use. An alternative is Oluv’s EQ which only needs the Soundcore app EQ.

Cons: Not quite as neutral or detailed as the Uboom L. Without the above EQ, this speaker will rank around #25 in the rankings. Discontinued.

Full Soundcore Motion+ review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Aux Latency	0ms
Bass Extension (-10dB)	54Hz
Battery Life	12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, SBC
Bluetooth Latency	130ms
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Built in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	10.1" x 3.1" x 3.2" (257 x 79 x 81 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 70mm (2.75") neodymium woofers + 2x silk dome tweeters + 2x passive radiators
EQ	Yes (9 band)
Frequency Response	50Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	IPX7
Max Volume	104dB
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	30W
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	Yes
TWS	Yes
Weight	2.3 lbs / 1050 g

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Ranked #5 of 142 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $250 - Denon Envaya DSB-250BT: $250 Discontinued eBay

Pros: One of the early Bluetooth speakers with excellent all-around sound quality, very neutral and great soundstage. Deep bass without distortion at high volumes. IP67 waterproof and dustproof rating. USB charging port charges mobile devices. Built-in stand on back for sturdy tilted positioning.

Cons: Expensive. Treble is rolled off. Phantom battery drain issue, would not recommend these days. Uses some stereo enhancement reverb that can sound weird to some. Not as detailed as higher ranked speakers. Discontinued.

Full Denon Envaya DSB-250BT review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	57Hz
Battery Life	13 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, AAC
Bluetooth Latency	180ms
Bluetooth Version	4.1
Built in Microphone	Yes
Charging Time	3.5 hours
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	7.9" x 3" x 2.9" (200 x 77 x 74 mm) (W x H x D)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 40mm full-range drivers + passive radiator
EQ	No
IP Rating	IP67
Max Volume	97dB
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	27W
Power Bank	No
Power Input	Micro USB
Stereo	Yes
TWS	No
Weight	1.7 lbs / 750 g

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Ranked #7 of 142 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $140 - Minirig 3: $140 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Modular, can easily attach a subwoofer.

Cons: Not stereo. Calls itself splash resistant and has no official water rating. App is buggy. Wireless TWS pairing is buggy. A bit expensive. Has reliability issues more often than any other speaker. Discontinued; Minirig now sells only the Minirig 4, and the old product page redirects to it. Discontinued.

Full Minirig 3 review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Aux Latency	0ms
Bass Extension (-10dB)	53Hz
Battery Life	30 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, AAC, SBC
Bluetooth Latency	60ms
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Built in Microphone	No
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	4" x 2.9" (101.6 x 73 mm) (diameter x height)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	70mm custom driver
EQ	Yes
Frequency Response	60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	Splash resistant
Max Volume	105dB
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Output Power	40W
Power Bank	No
Power Input	Proprietary USB cable
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes (Bluetooth or cable)
Weight	1.2 lbs / 550 g

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Ranked #8 of 142 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $140 - Minirig 2: $140 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Modular, can easily attach a subwoofer.

Cons: Not stereo. Calls itself splash resistant and has no official water rating. App is buggy. Wireless TWS pairing is buggy. A bit expensive. Has reliability issues more often than any other speaker. Discontinued; Minirig’s current lineup is the Minirig 4, Subwoofer 4 Ultra and Finite MR-79. Discontinued.

Full Minirig 2 review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Aux Latency	0ms
Bass Extension (-10dB)	54Hz
Battery Life	40 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX
Bluetooth Latency	150ms (1 speaker) / 500ms (2 speakers stereo)
Bluetooth Version	4.2
Built in Microphone	No
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	4" x 3" (102 x 76 mm) (diameter x height)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	70mm speaker driver
EQ	Yes
IP Rating	Splash resistant
Max Volume	95dB
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Output Power	15W
Power Bank	No
Power Input	Proprietary USB cable
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes (cable)
Weight	1.1 lbs / 488 g

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Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #10 of 142 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $395.00 - B&O Beosound A1 2nd gen: $395.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: More neutral than the first A1

Cons: Not stereo. Not as deep bass as the A1. Pumping sound artifacts above 60% volume, only good for lower listening levels.

Full B&O Beosound A1 2nd gen review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	58Hz
Battery Life	18 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive
Bluetooth Latency	90ms
Built in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	Yes (USB-C)
Drivers	3.5mm aluminium driver + 0.75 inch silk dome tweeter
EQ	Yes
IP Rating	IP67
Max Volume	93dB
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Power Bank	No
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes
Weight	1.2 lbs / 558 g

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Ranked #18 of 142 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $399.00 - B&O Beosound A1 3rd gen: $399.00 Amazon B&H Photo Video eBay

Pros: Longer battery than the 2nd gen (~24 hours at sensible volumes). IP67 rated with a serviceable, replaceable battery - the first Bluetooth speaker with Cradle to Cradle certification. Multipoint connectivity and aptX Adaptive.

Cons: Distorts easier than the 2nd gen with deeper bass. Dipped area in the upper mids. Not as deep of bass as the 2nd gen

Full B&O Beosound A1 3rd gen review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	No
Battery Life	24 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive
Bluetooth Version	5.1
Built in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	Yes (USB-C)
Dimensions	5.2" x 1.8" x 5.2" (133 x 46 x 133 mm)
Drivers	82.5mm woofer, 15mm tweeter
EQ	Yes
IP Rating	IP67
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Output Power	60W
Power Bank	No
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes
Weight	1.2 lbs / 558 g

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Ranked #33 of 142 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at €180 - Teufel Rockster XS: €180 Discontinued eBay

Pros: A good sounding speaker.

Cons: Not quite as deep of bass as others. Only available in Europe. Discontinued.

Full Teufel Rockster XS review and specifications →

Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	14 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX
Bluetooth Version	4.0
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	2.7" x 3.4" x 7" (69 x 86 x 178 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	65mm woofer + 20mm tweeter
IP Rating	IPX7
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	32W
Power Bank	Yes (USB-A)
Stereo	Yes
Weight	1.6 lbs / 720 g

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Links
- Official Teufel Rockster XS Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #35 of 142 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $129.00 - Bose Soundlink Flex 2nd gen: $129.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: Pretty much identical sounding to the 1st gen

Cons: Not stereo. Warm sounding with overly boosted bass which drowns out midrange detail. Self drains the battery about 10% a week.

Full Bose Soundlink Flex 2nd gen review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	No
Battery Life	12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive
Bluetooth Version	5.3
Built in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	7.9" x 3.5" x 2" (201 x 90 x 52 mm)
Drivers	60mm full-range driver with passive radiators
EQ	Yes (3 band)
IP Rating	IP67
Omnidirectional	No
Party Mode	Yes (Bose Party mode)
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes
Weight	1.3 lbs / 586 g

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Ranked #42 of 142 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $90 - Tribit Stormbox Pro: $90 Discontinued eBay

Pros: 24 hour battery life (60% volume, XBass off); doubles as a power bank. IP67 rated. Multi-point Bluetooth 5.3 pairing.

Cons: Bottom woofer was fixed in a later firmware, upgrade for best sound. Peaky mids, highs rolled off. Not technically a 360 speaker, only front and rear. Discontinued; Tribit has retired it. Discontinued.

Full Tribit Stormbox Pro review and specifications →

Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	58Hz
Battery Life	24 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX
Bluetooth Version	5.3
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	3.8" x 3.8" x 7.1" (96 x 96 x 180 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	76mm subwoofer, 2x 40mm full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators
Frequency Response	60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	IPX7
Max Volume	99dB
Omnidirectional	Yes
Output Power	40W
Party Mode	No
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes
Weight	2.2 lbs / 980 g

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Ranked #76 of 142 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $249.99 - KEF Muo gen2: $249.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: KEF seemed to have fixed the rolled off treble and overall balance

Cons: Lacking deeper bass. Very thuddy bass. Appears to be the exact same hardware but with updated tuning. Bass distorts as volume increases, and the claimed 43Hz extension is really only audible at low listening volumes, with a few seconds of lag after volume changes. Loses most of its bass off-axis. Customer reviews are mixed, ranging from praise for detail at low volume to complaints of a boxy, hollow sound.

Full KEF Muo gen2 review and specifications →

App	Yes
Battery Life	24 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, aptX Adaptive up to 48 KHz 24 bit
Bluetooth Version	5.4
Digital Aux Input	Yes (USB-C)
Dimensions	8.5" x 3.2" x 2.3" (216 x 82 x 59 mm)
Drivers	1x 58x117mm racetrack woofer, 1x 20mm tweeter
Frequency Response	43Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	IP67
Max Volume	90dB
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	40W
Party Mode	Yes (Auracast)
Stereo	Yes
TWS	Yes
Weight	1.6 lbs / 740 g

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Links
- Official KEF Muo gen2 Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Joy & Oluv’Sone: KEF Muo - high fidelity portable speaker with bass that defies its size! More from Oluv’Sone →
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #105 of 142 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $300 - Cabasse Swell: $300 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Compact, pocketable design (750g). Can pair two Swells for a 120W stereo system.

Cons: Bass boosted. Bass gets distorted and thuddy. Mids recessed. Discontinued.

Full Cabasse Swell review and specifications →

Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	10 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX
Bluetooth Version	4.0
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	7.3" x 3" x 3" (185 x 75 x 75 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 85mm woofers, 2x 40mm mid-tweeters
IP Rating	IPX7
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	60W
Power Input	USB
Stereo	Yes
TWS	Yes
Weight	1.7 lbs / 750 g

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Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Speaker Toni: Cabasse Swell - Unboxing and first impressions…
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #106 of 142 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at €83.00 - Teufel Rockster Go: €83.00 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Clear mid-range with bright treble, wide soundstage via Dynamore processing, IP67 waterproof and durable, solid battery life, compact design with carrying strap

Cons: Rolled off treble, muffled sound, mids sound strange. Bass not very deep. Only available in Europe. Discontinued.

Full Teufel Rockster Go review and specifications →

Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, SBC
Bluetooth Version	4.0
Built in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	8.3" x 3.9" x 3.9" (210 x 100 x 100 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 45mm full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator
IP Rating	IPX7
Omnidirectional	No
Party Mode	Yes (Party Link, 2 devices)
Stereo	Yes
TWS	Yes
Weight	1.5 lbs / 700 g

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Links
- Official Teufel Rockster Go Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #1 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $449.00 - Vifa Helsinki: $449.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: Generally regarded as the best midrange and treble sound quality of any battery powered Bluetooth speaker.

Cons: No TWS pairing, looks like a purse, requires a hacked Vifa app (Android only post #48) to enable night mode to sound good. Not sure I can recommend this one generally these days, the Uboom L has 98% of the sound quality with more features and a way cheaper price. There are mentions that the 2022 “new” version of this speaker doesn’t sound as good as Vifa was purchased by a Chinese company and laid off all the great sound engineers in the Austria office.

Full Vifa Helsinki review and specifications →

App	No (official app is broken, 3rd party android app only)
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	48Hz
Battery Life	8 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, SBC
Bluetooth Version	4.1
Built in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	6.1" x 8.3" x 2.8" (156 x 210 x 70 mm)
Drivers	2x 50mm fullrange, 2x 66mm woofers + 2x passive radiators
EQ	No
Frequency Response	58Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	None
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	Specs not published by manufacturer
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Power Input	AC Power brick
Stereo	Partially (shared woofer)
TWS	No
Weight	3.1 lbs / 1.4 kg

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Links
- Official Vifa Helsinki Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #4 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $500 - Brane X: $500 Amazon eBay

Pros: Very deep bass, the absolute deepest from this category. Medium bass boost is the most balanced.

Cons: Boosted upper bass ~120hz, rolled off treble, so it’s missing detail up top. Battery life isn’t great in real world use. High priced. Annoying robot voice announcements. A lot of aux input latency.

Full Brane X review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Aux Latency	295ms default, 33ms with aux pass-through
Bass Extension (-10dB)	31Hz
Battery Life	12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX HD, aptX, AAC, SBC
Bluetooth Latency	100ms
Built in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	9.3" x 7" x 6.1" (236 x 178 x 155 mm)
Drivers	2x 2.5" midrange, 2x 0.75" tweeters + 6.5"x9" subwoofer
EQ	No
Frequency Response	30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	IP57
Max Volume	106dB
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	200W
Party Mode	Yes (Brane app, up to 8 speakers)
Power Bank	No
Power Input	AC Power brick
Stereo	Yes
TWS	Yes
Weight	7.7 lbs / 3.5 kg
Wifi	Yes

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Ranked #8 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $549.00 - Vifa Oslo: $549.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: Extreme treble details with decent bass. Full, natural, accurate sound at higher volumes. Rich, full bass from opposing 65mm woofers. Premium Kvadrat wool fabric with aluminum handle. 10 hour battery life.

Cons: Dip at 270hz. The Vifa Helsinki is cheaper and generally has a more neutral frequency response, I’d highly recommend getting one of those instead if you specifically want a Vifa. Not sure I can recommend this one generally these days, the Uboom L has 95% of the sound quality with more features and a way cheaper price.

Full Vifa Oslo review and specifications →

App	No (official app is broken, 3rd party android app only)
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	50Hz
Battery Life	8 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, SBC
Bluetooth Version	4.1
Built in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	10.6" x 7.1" x 3.5" (268 x 181 x 90 mm)
Drivers	2x 50mm fullrange, 2x 80mm woofers + passive radiators
EQ	No
Frequency Response	55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	None
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	Specs not published by manufacturer
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Power Input	AC Power brick
Stereo	Partially (1 woofer)
TWS	No
Weight	5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg

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Ranked #21 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $199.99 - Teufel Rockster Cross: $199.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: Pretty neutral frequency response. More vocal/midrange-focused than the JBL Xtreme 4, thanks to a larger mid/bass driver - better suited to rock and jazz. Nicer upper-bass detail than the JBL Xtreme 4. Punchy, well-controlled bass that suits rock music, unlike the Soundcore Boom 2 Plus’s overboosted, uncontrolled bass even at stock tuning. Clear, detailed audio with good vocal presence and solid Bluetooth codec support even a couple years after release.

Cons: Outdoor mode can sound somewhat harsh due to the 4khz peak. Not as deep or full-sounding in the bass as the JBL Xtreme 4.

Full Teufel Rockster Cross review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	51Hz
Battery Life	16 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Built in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	15" x 6.3" x 5.1" (380 x 160 x 130 mm)
Drivers	5" woofer, 2x textile dome tweeters + 2x passive radiators
EQ	No
Frequency Response	50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	IPX5
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	30W
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	Yes (USB-A)
Power Input	DC barrel jack
Stereo	Partially
TWS	Yes
Weight	5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg

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Ranked #58 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $750.00 - Dali Katch G2: $750.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: Pretty neutral

Cons: Loses bass quickly after 40% volume. A lot of compression artifacts at high volume. External AC power brick for charging. Horribly overpriced. Nearly identical to the Dali Katch G1. Reverb added to the output screws up the imaging. Quite a hollow character to the sound.

Full Dali Katch G2 review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	30 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Built in Microphone	Yes
Charging Time	2 hours
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	10.6" x 5.4" x 1.9" (269 x 138 x 47 mm)
Drivers	2x 89mm woofers, 2x 21mm tweeters
EQ	No
Frequency Response	49Hz - 23kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	IPX7
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	50W RMS
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	Yes (USB)
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	Yes
TWS	Yes
Weight	2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg

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Ranked #59 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $279 - Dali Katch G1: $279 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Pretty neutral

Cons: Loses bass quickly after 40% volume. A lot of compression artifacts at high volume. External AC power brick for charging. Discontinued, superseded by the Dali Katch G2, which sounds nearly identical. Reverb added to the output screws up the imaging. Quite a hollow character to the sound. Discontinued.

Full Dali Katch G1 review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	24 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version	4.0
Built in Microphone	Yes
Charging Time	2 hours
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	10.6" x 5.4" x 1.9" (269 x 138 x 47 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 89mm woofers, 2x 21mm tweeters
EQ	No
Frequency Response	49Hz - 23kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	IPX7
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	50W RMS
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	Yes
TWS	Yes
Weight	2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg

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Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Alan Ross Reviews: Dali Katch G2 epic review vs Original Dali Katch audiophile speaker! 🤞 More from alanrossreviews →
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Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #9 of 75 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $800 - Vifa Copenhagen 2.0: $800 Amazon eBay

Pros: Fabric finish is easy to clean and cozy to touch. Durable - dropped from 2m with only minor scratches. Wi-Fi/AirPlay/wired (optical, aux, USB) in addition to Bluetooth. ~5 hour battery at full volume.

Cons: 350hz and 2-3khz peak. The Vifa Helsinki is cheaper and generally has a more neutral frequency response, I’d highly recommend getting one of those instead if you specifically want a Vifa. Not sure I can recommend this one generally these days, the Uboom L has 95% of the sound quality with more features and a way cheaper price. No water rating.

Full Vifa Copenhagen 2.0 review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	46Hz
Battery Life	8 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, aptX HD
Bluetooth Version	4.1
Built in Microphone	No
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	10.6" x 3.5" x 14.3" (268 x 90 x 362 mm)
Drivers	2x 94mm woofers + 2x 50mm midrange + 2x 28mm tweeters + 4 passive radiators
EQ	No
IP Rating	None
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	100W
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Power Input	AC Power brick
Stereo	Yes
TWS	No
USB Playback	Yes
Weight	10.3 lbs / 4.65 kg

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Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #9 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $1,099.00 - Electro-Voice Everse 12: $1,099.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: Good midrange and treble. The best sounding extremely loud speaker available. High efficiency drivers reach 2-3x the volume of typical speakers for the same wattage.

Cons: Not stereo. Designed for more loudness than deep bass.

Full Electro-Voice Everse 12 review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	45Hz
Battery Life	12+ hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, SBC
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	13.6" x 23.5" x 13.7" (345 x 597 x 347 mm)
Drivers	12" woofer, 1" compression driver
EQ	Yes
IP Rating	IP43
Max Volume	126dB
Microphone Input	Yes
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	400W
Party Mode	Yes (Speaker Link, up to 6 speakers)
Power Bank	Yes (USB-C, 1.5A max)
Power Input	AC Power cord
Removable Battery	Yes
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes
USB Playback	No
Weight	31.3 lbs / 14.2 kg
XLR Input	Yes

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Ranked #12 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $799.00 - Electro-Voice Everse 8: $799.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: Good midrange and treble. High efficiency drivers reach 2-3x the volume of typical speakers for the same wattage.

Cons: Not stereo. Designed for more loudness than deeper bass.

Full Electro-Voice Everse 8 review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	50Hz
Battery Life	12 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, SBC
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	15.7" x 10.8" x 10.7" (400 x 275 x 272 mm)
Drivers	8" woofer, 1" tweeter
EQ	Yes
IP Rating	IP43
Max Volume	121dB
Microphone Input	Yes
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	400W
Party Mode	Yes (Speaker Link, up to 6 speakers)
Power Bank	Yes (USB-C, 1.5A max)
Power Input	AC Power cord
Removable Battery	Yes
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes
USB Playback	No
Weight	17.6 lbs / 8 kg
XLR Input	Yes

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Ranked #13 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $499.99 - Teufel Rockster Air 2: $499.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: More consistent off-axis sound than the JBL Partybox 130, thanks to its single horn-loaded compression driver. Projects sound more evenly to the sides, unlike the JBL’s narrower front-firing dispersion. Cleaner instrument separation at high volume than the JBL Partybox 130, which turns anemic and loses bass at max volume despite its bass boost.

Cons: Bass isn’t as deep as the JBL Partybox 130’s boosted bass, though the JBL’s is boomy rather than truly deep. Bass and treble aren’t perfectly controlled at maximum volume - can sound hollow or too bright unless turned down from default. Not meaningfully louder than its 3-year-old predecessor, and the reviewer found the overall tuning a bit worse.

Full Teufel Rockster Air 2 review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	58 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	12.7" x 23.2" x 13.5" (323 x 589 x 343 mm)
Discontinued	No
Drivers	2-way: 1x 10" paper woofer, 1x 1" polypropylene tweeter
EQ	No
Frequency Response	47Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Guitar Input	Yes
IP Rating	None
Max Volume	103dB RMS / 115dB peak @ 1m (Manufacturer specified)
Microphone Input	Yes (XLR)
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	80W
Party Mode	Yes (Party Link Stereo, 2 speakers; XLR chaining up to 10)
Power Bank	Yes (USB-C)
Power Input	AC Power cord
Stereo	Yes
TWS	Yes
USB Playback	No
Weight	31.2 lbs / 14.15 kg
XLR Input	Yes

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Ranked #25 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $300 - Samsung MX-ST50B: $300 Amazon eBay

Pros: Sounds reasonably balanced. A little tough to judge based on the sound samples, would be nice to have more comparisons.

Cons: Not as deep bass as the Partybox 110 or other higher ranked speakers. Needs to be plugged in to reach higher volume.

Full Samsung MX-ST50B review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	18 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, AAC, SBC
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	13" x 26.2" x 11.9" (329 x 665 x 301 mm)
Drivers	2x 6.5" woofers, 2x 2.5" tweeters
EQ	Yes
IP Rating	IPX5
Microphone Input	Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect)
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	240W (AC) / 90W (battery)
Party Mode	Yes (Samsung Group Play up to 10 speakers)
Power Bank	Yes
Power Input	AC Power cord
Stereo	Yes
TWS	No
USB Playback	Yes
Weight	26.2 lbs / 11.9 kg

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Links
- Official Samsung MX-ST50B Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- HQ AUDIO Exchange: Samsung MX-ST50B vs. JBL Partybox 110 Bass Test!🔥
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #27 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $645 - Audiocase S5: $645 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Removable battery

Cons: Not stereo. Boosted upper bass, not as much clarity as higher ranked speakers. Generally worse overall than the much cheaper Stormbox Blast. Discontinued.

Full Audiocase S5 review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	30 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, SBC
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	16.1" x 9.8" x 7.5" (410 x 250 x 190 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 5" woofers, 1" tweeter
EQ	No
Guitar Input	Yes
IP Rating	None
Max Volume	108dB
Microphone Input	Yes (Karaoke mode with reverb effect)
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	2 x 73W
Party Mode	Yes (wired link)
Power Bank	No
Power Input	AC Power brick
Removable Battery	Yes
Stereo	Yes
TWS	No
USB Playback	No
Weight	17.4 lbs / 7.9 kg

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Links
- Official Audiocase S5 Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Oluv Patreon: Audiocase S5 vs Tribit Stormbox Blast - first impressions More from Oluv’Sone →
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #28 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at €500 - Teufel Rockster Air: €500 Discontinued eBay

Pros: Exceptional 58-hour battery (31 hours at full volume with ECO mode). User-replaceable battery adds real longevity. 112dB loud like live rock concert. Tight bass, solid build, clean full-range guitar output (legitimate practice amp). XLR mic/instrument/aux inputs with companion XLR daisy-chain. USB-A device charging. Party Link Stereo pairs two units wirelessly.

Cons: Peaky midrange, not very natural sounding. Starts to get distorted above half volume. Only available in Europe. Discontinued.

Full Teufel Rockster Air review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	~52Hz
Battery Life	30 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, SBC
Bluetooth Version	4.0
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	11.8" x 21.3" x 11" (300 x 540 x 280 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 40mm tweeters + 2x 50mm woofers + passive radiators
EQ	No
IP Rating	None
Max Volume	115dB
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	250W
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	Yes (USB-C, 5V/2A)
Power Input	AC Power cord
Stereo	Yes
TWS	No
USB Playback	No
Weight	32 lbs / 14.5 kg

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Links
- Official Teufel Rockster Air Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Oluv Patreon: Marshall Bromley 750 & Teufel Rockster Air 2 - outdoor test More from Oluv’Sone →
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #35 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $892 - Audiocase S10: $892 Discontinued eBay

Pros: One of the loudest in category.

Cons: Not great sounding at low volumes. Better sounding at louder volumes. Weird peaks in the midrange. Competes against the Soundboks but doesn’t sound as good. Discontinued.

Full Audiocase S10 review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	30 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, SBC
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	25.6" x 15.7" x 11.8" (650 x 400 x 300 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 10" woofers, 1" compression tweeter
EQ	No
IP Rating	None
Max Volume	125dB
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	3 x 73W
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Removable Battery	Yes
Stereo	Yes
TWS	No
USB Playback	No
Weight	43.7 lbs / 19.8 kg
XLR Input	Yes

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Links
- Official Audiocase S10 Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Oluv Patreon: Audiocase S10 - first impressions More from Oluv’Sone →
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #38 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at $1000 - Diamondboxx L2: $1000 eBay

Pros: High-fidelity Class A/B amps with good bass response and clear sound at all volumes. Fills large spaces at under 50% volume, comparable to medium bookshelf speakers. Stable bass response even at 15-20% volume. 6-48 hours battery on 400+ watts (9 hours full recharge). Built-in 2.1A USB power for charging devices. Over 1000 recharge cycles.

Cons: Boomyness in the 100hz region. Gets distorted. Too much treble. Too expensive.

Full Diamondboxx L2 review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX HD, SBC
Bluetooth Version	4.2
Charging Time	9 hours
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	23" x 14.5" x 9.5" (584.2 x 368.3 x 241.3 mm)
Drivers	5.5" woofer, 1" tweeter
EQ	No
Frequency Response	40Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	None
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	260W RMS
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Power Input	AC Power brick
Stereo	Yes
TWS	No
USB Playback	No
Weight	24.3 lbs / 11 kg

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Links
- Official Diamondboxx L2 Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Large Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #7 of 11 in Large Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers, last listed at €950 - Teufel Rockster: €950 eBay

Pros: Loudest battery powered speaker. Deeper bass than the Soundboks 2/3.

Cons: Extremely heavy, not easy to carry. Not stereo. Only available in Europe

Full Teufel Rockster review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	30 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX, SBC
Bluetooth Version	4.0
Built in Microphone	No
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	23.1" x 30.2" x 17.8" (588 x 768 x 451 mm)
Drivers	2-way: 1x 15" (380mm) woofer, 1x 1" horn-loaded tweeter
EQ	Yes
Guitar Input	Yes
IP Rating	None
Max Volume	115dB
Microphone Input	Yes
Omnidirectional	No
Output Power	450W
Party Mode	Yes (Party Link, up to 100 speakers)
Power Bank	Yes
Power Input	AC Power cord
Stereo	Yes
TWS	Yes
USB Playback	Yes
Weight	68.3 lbs / 31 kg
Wifi	No
XLR Input	Yes

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Links
- Official Teufel Rockster Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Oluv Patreon: Marshall Bromley 750 & Teufel Rockster Air 2 - outdoor test More from Oluv’Sone →
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Powered Speakers

Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers

Ranked #3 of 22 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers, last listed at £529/pair - Audio Smile Little British Monitor: 529 GBP/pair Audio Smile eBay

Pros: For an 8 inch tall, 1.7kg desktop monitor it posts the highest preference score of any small powered monitor in this batch. The low frequency rolloff has an unusually low Q of 0.30, meaning it fades away cleanly rather than building into a resonant boomy peak the way many small monitors do near their extension limit. On axis deviation measures just 0.085dB average, the second tightest figure in this whole batch behind only the AsciLab A6B. Hand built in England with an active DSP crossover and aptX HD Bluetooth.

Cons: The compact 3 inch mid woofer limits bass extension to a measured 71.8Hz at -3dB, so this is a nearfield desktop speaker rather than a room filling one. 50W plus 50W of Class A/B power and a narrow +/-1dB treble trim limit its output ceiling next to larger active monitors at similar money. It’s a boutique UK product sold direct from the manufacturer, so buyers outside the UK pay import shipping.

Full Audio Smile Little British Monitor review and specifications →

Bass Extension (-10dB)	56.6Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	71.8Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, aptX HD
Country	United Kingdom
Crossover Points	1.5kHz
Dimensions	8.1"H x 4.7"W x 5.3"D (205 x 120 x 135 mm) (8.1 x 4.7 x 5.3 in)
Drivers	0.75" wide band tweeter, 3" long throw mid woofer
Enclosure	ported
Frequency Response	58Hz-20kHz -6dB
Power Output (Watts)	100W total (50W LF, 50W HF, Class A/B)
Warranty	12 months
Weight	3.7 lbs / 1.7 kg (Master unit) / 3.1 lbs / 1.4 kg (Slave unit)

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Links
- Audio Smile LBM Official Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Sound on Sound: AudioSmile Little British Monitor
- Audio Science Review Measurements (spinorama.org) More from Audio Science Review →
Head-to-Head Comparisons
- Audio Smile Little British Monitor vs Adam Audio D3v

Ranked #15 of 22 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers, last listed at $359.00 - Audioengine HD3: $359.00 Amazon eBay

Cons: Small woofer doesn’t have very deep bass. Slightly boosted treble. High priced

Full Audioengine HD3 review and specifications →

App	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	58Hz
Bass Extension (-3dB)	65Hz
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Dimensions	9"H x 5.5"W x 6.5"D (228.6 x 139.7 x 165.1 mm)
Drivers	2.75" woofer, 0.75" silk dome tweeter
EQ	No
Frequency Response	65 Hz-20 kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
Inputs	Bluetooth, Aux, RCA Input
Max SPL	90dB @ 1m
Output Power	30W total (15W per speaker)
Outputs	RCA Output
Weight	7.3 lbs / 3.3 kg

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Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers

Ranked #28 of 64 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers, last listed at $249.98 - Dayton Audio M4: $249.98 Parts Express eBay

Pros: Good build quality. Has a subwoofer output for extending the low end. Overall linearity is decent for the price. Avoids sibilance since it’s slightly recessed right in the harsh 4-8kHz region.

Cons: The amplifier is only in the left speaker, so it’s not separate amps in each unit. Bass doesn’t extend very deep, and unlike some rivals it doesn’t use DSP to boost the low end. Sounds noticeably different up close versus at a normal listening distance, with a softer treble near field and a more recessed upper midrange farther away. Limited output headroom - distortion rises sharply above about 93dB, so it’s better suited to near-field or desktop use than as a far-field living-room speaker.

Full Dayton Audio M4 review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes (RCA)
Bass Extension (-10dB)	60Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	121Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Digital Aux Input	Yes (USB-C DAC, up to 192kHz/32-bit)
Dimensions	5" x 6.5" x 9.5" (127 x 165 x 241 mm) (W x D x H)
Discontinued	No
Drivers	4" aluminum woofer, 1" silk dome tweeter
Frequency Response	40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Output Power	75W RMS (150W peak)
Power Input	AC Power cord
Stereo	Yes
Subwoofer Output	Yes (20Hz - 200Hz)
Weight	6.2 lbs / 2.81 kg (active), 5.1 lbs / 2.31 kg (passive)

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Links
- Official Dayton Audio M4 Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Erin’s Audio Corner: Live Review! Dayton Audio M4 Powered Speaker More from Erin’s Audio Corner →
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers

Ranked #4 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers, last listed at $332.11 - Marshall Woburn II: $332.11 Amazon eBay

Cons: Huge treble rolloff. Quite muddy. Not as deep bass as others in the class. Not as loud as the Woburn I

Full Marshall Woburn II review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	~47Hz
Battery Life	No Battery
Bluetooth Codecs	AptX, SBC
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Dimensions	15.7" x 12.1" x 7.9" (400 x 308 x 200 mm)
Drivers	2x 5.25" woofers, Integrated in woofers midrange, 2x 1" tweeters
EQ	Yes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response	30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	None
Inputs	Bluetooth, HDMI, RCA, Aux
Max Volume	110dB
Output Power	110W (Woofers: 2x50W, Tweeters: 2x15W)
Party Mode	No
Power Input	AC Power cord
Stereo	Yes
TWS	Yes
Voice Assistants	Yes (via app)
Weight	18.9 lbs / 8.57 kg
Wifi	No
Woofer Cabinet	ported

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Ranked #5 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers, last listed at $500 - Marshall Woburn I: $500 Discontinued eBay

Cons: Peaky midrange, treble rolloff. Not as deep bass as others in the class. Discontinued.

Full Marshall Woburn I review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	~50Hz
Battery Life	No Battery
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version	4.0
Dimensions	15.7" x 12.1" x 7.9" (400 x 308 x 200 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	2x 5.25" woofers, Integrated in woofers midrange, 2x 1" tweeters
EQ	Yes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response	30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	None
Inputs	Bluetooth, RCA, Aux
Output Power	90W
Party Mode	No
Power Input	AC Power cord
Stereo	Yes
TWS	No
Weight	17.4 lbs / 7.9 kg
Wifi	No
Woofer Cabinet	ported

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Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Danny Pops: It’s Worth it! Marshall Woburn 3 Full Review More from DannyPops →
- Danny Pops: Marshall Woburn II OR Woburn I? (sound test with Tufton & Emberton)
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #9 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers, last listed at $300 - Marshall Stanmore II: $300 Discontinued eBay

Cons: Not very deep bass. No battery. No water rating. Discontinued; Marshall now sells the Stanmore III. Discontinued.

Full Marshall Stanmore II review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	55Hz
Battery Life	No Battery
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Dimensions	13.8" x 7.9" x 7.3" (350 x 200 x 185 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	5.25" woofer, 2x 2" midranges, 2x 0.75" Dome tweeters
EQ	Yes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response	50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	None
Inputs	Bluetooth, RCA, Aux, Optical
Output Power	80W (Woofer: 50W, Tweeters: 2x15W)
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Power Input	AC Power brick
Stereo	Partially (1 woofer)
TWS	Yes
Voice Assistants	Yes
Weight	10.3 lbs / 4.65 kg
Wifi	No
Woofer Cabinet	ported

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Ranked #10 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers, last listed at $195.60 - Marshall Acton II: $195.60 Discontinued eBay

Cons: Boosted upper bass, not as deep bass as competitors. Boosted highs. Sounds mushy. Discontinued; Marshall now sells the Acton III. Discontinued.

Full Marshall Acton II review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	56Hz
Battery Life	No Battery
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version	5.0
Dimensions	10.2" x 6" x 5.9" (260 x 153 x 150 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	4" (midrange/woofer), 1x 4" midrange, 2x 0.75" Dome tweeters
EQ	Yes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response	50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	None
Inputs	Bluetooth, Aux
Output Power	50W (Woofer: 25W, Tweeters: 2x12.5W)
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Stereo	Partially (1 woofer)
TWS	No
Voice Assistants	Yes
Weight	6.4 lbs / 2.9 kg
Wifi	No
Woofer Cabinet	ported

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Ranked #12 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers, last listed at $400 - Klipsch The Three II: $400 Discontinued eBay

Cons: Treble boosted. Not as deep of bass as others. Discontinued; Klipsch replaced it with The Three Plus. Discontinued.

Full Klipsch The Three II review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	No Battery
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version	4.2
Dimensions	11" x 7.3" x 7.3" (280 x 186 x 186 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Drivers	4.5" woofer, 2x 2.25" full-range midranges
EQ	Yes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response	45Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Inputs	Bluetooth, Aux, RCA, Optical, USB
Output Power	60W (Woofer: 30W, Full-range: 2x15W)
Party Mode	No
Stereo	Partially (1 woofer)
TWS	No
Weight	10.4 lbs / 4.7 kg
Wifi	No
Woofer Cabinet	ported

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Ranked #13 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers, last listed at $129.95 - Klipsch The One II: $129.95 Amazon eBay

Cons: Treble boosted. Not as deep of bass as others.

Full Klipsch The One II review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	No Battery
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version	4.2
Dimensions	9.1" x 5.9" x 5.9" (231 x 150 x 150 mm)
Drivers	4.5" woofer, 2x 2.25" full-range midranges
EQ	Yes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response	50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Inputs	Bluetooth, Aux, RCA, Optical, USB
Output Power	50W (Woofer: 30W, Full-range: 2x10W)
Party Mode	No
Stereo	Partially (1 woofer)
TWS	No
Weight	8.6 lbs / 3.9 kg
Wifi	No
Woofer Cabinet	ported

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Large Size Powered Desktop Speakers

Ranked #1 of 4 in Large Size Powered Desktop Speakers, last listed at $899.00 - B&W Zeppelin Pro: $899.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: Titanium dome tweeters and an improved 24-bit DAC over the standard Zeppelin for slightly better high-frequency detail on hi-res streams. Dynamic EQ DSP. Customizable downward-firing light. Same wide soundstage and deep bass extension as the standard Zeppelin.

Cons: Same price as the standard Zeppelin for a fairly modest tweeter/DAC upgrade. Nothing besides the lack of battery, lack of waterproofing, high cost and the Earfun Uboom X that’s so close to it in terms of sound quality for 7x less money. Basically an indoor only speaker. Although at this price point I’d generally recommend some Top Recommended Bookshelf Speakers instead which will have even better soundstage.

Full B&W Zeppelin Pro review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	No
Battery Life	No Battery
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX Adaptive, AAC, SBC
Bluetooth Version	5.0
DSP	Yes
Dimensions	25.6" x 8.3" x 7.6" (650 x 210 x 194 mm)
Drivers	150mm woofer, 2x 90mm FST midrange drivers, 2x 25mm Titanium Dome tweeters
EQ	Yes (Dynamic EQ)
Frequency Response	35Hz - 24kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	None
Output Power	240W (80W woofer, 2x 40W midrange, 2x 40W tweeter)
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Power Input	AC Power cord
Streaming Services	AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect
TWS	No
Weight	14.6 lbs / 6.6 kg
Wifi	Yes

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Links
- Official B&W Zeppelin Pro Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Mark Ellis Reviews: £699 Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Pro! IS IT WORTH IT?!
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #2 of 4 in Large Size Powered Desktop Speakers, last listed at $899.00 - B&W Zeppelin: $899.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: Amazingly neutral, quite a wide soundstage due to the width. Bass extension deeper than all others in category.

Cons: Nothing besides the lack of battery, lack of waterproofing, high cost and the Earfun Uboom X that’s so close to it in terms of sound quality for 7x less money. Basically an indoor only speaker. Although at this price point I’d generally recommend some Top Recommended Bookshelf Speakers instead which will have even better soundstage.

Full B&W Zeppelin review and specifications →

App	No
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	~32Hz
Battery Life	No Battery
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	aptX Adaptive, AAC, SBC
Bluetooth Version	5.0
DSP	No
Dimensions	25.6" x 8.3" x 7.6" (650 x 210 x 194 mm)
Drivers	150mm woofer, 2x 90mm FST midrange drivers, 2x 25mm Decoupled Double-Dome aluminium tweeters
EQ	No
Frequency Response	35Hz - 24kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP Rating	None
Output Power	240W (80W woofer, 2x 40W midrange, 2x 40W tweeter)
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Power Input	AC Power cord
Streaming Services	AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect
TWS	No
Weight	14.6 lbs / 6.6 kg
Wifi	Yes

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Links
- Official B&W Zeppelin Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #4 of 4 in Large Size Powered Desktop Speakers, last listed at $4,000.00 - B&O Beosound 2: $4,000.00 Amazon eBay

Cons: Overly boosted bass and recessed mids. Overly expensive

Full B&O Beosound 2 review and specifications →

App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	~45Hz
Battery Life	No Battery
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC, aptX
Bluetooth Version	4.2
Dimensions	11.8" x 11.8" (300 x 300 mm)
Drivers	1x 5.5" + passive radiator woofer
EQ	Yes (via app)
Frequency Response	37Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Inputs	Bluetooth, Aux, Optical, Chromecast
Max Volume	94dB
Output Power	200W
Party Mode	Yes (Beolink Multiroom)
Power Input	AC Power cord
Stereo	360-degree
TWS	Yes
Voice Assistants	Yes (Google Assistant)
Weight	9 lbs / 4.1 kg
Wifi	Yes
Woofer Cabinet	passive radiator

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Links
- Official B&O Beosound 2 Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Mikipedia: The NEW B&O Beosound Level vs Beosound 2, Head to Head Sound Test in 4K
- Tivoli Hi-Fi: Beosound 1 & Beosound 2 Comparison
Head-to-Head Comparisons
- B&O Beosound 2 vs B&W Zeppelin Pro
- B&O Beosound 2 vs B&O Beosound Level