Short answer: the Audio Pro C5 MkII ranks #1 of 13 powered desktop speakers by sound quality at $300; the Marshall Stanmore II ranks #7 at $300. Close enough in price that the sound-quality gap is the deciding factor.
What the Audio Pro C5 MkII offers: Pretty neutral sound. Watch for: No battery
What the Marshall Stanmore II offers: Its documented strengths make it a credible option in this class. Watch for: Not very deep bass.
Buy the Audio Pro C5 MkII. It ranks higher for sound quality than the Marshall Stanmore II at the same price, so there is no real case for the other one.
Specifications Side By Side
| Audio Pro C5 MkII | Marshall Stanmore II | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $300 | $300 |
| Ranked | #1 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers | #7 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | No Battery | No Battery |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, Wifi, RCA | Bluetooth, RCA, Aux, Optical |
| IP Rating | None | None |
| Outputs | Subwoofer line out | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (AirPlay 2 multi-room) | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power brick |
| Stereo | Partially | Partially (1 woofer) |
| Drivers | 4" woofer, 2x 0.75" tweeters | 5.25" woofer, 2x 2" midranges, 2x 0.75" Dome tweeters |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Weight | 5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg | 10.3 lbs / 4.65 kg |
| Wifi | Yes | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported | ported |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 9.8" x 5.1" x 5.9" (250 x 130 x 150 mm) | 13.8" x 7.9" x 7.3" (350 x 200 x 185 mm) |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble) | Yes (Bass/Treble) |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Streaming Services | Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, AirPlay 2, Google Cast | - |
| Wifi Version | IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz) | - |
| Output Power | 41W (2x8W + 25W) | 80W (Woofer: 50W, Tweeters: 2x15W) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 55Hz |
| Power Bank | - | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | - | SBC, aptX |
| Voice Assistants | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Audio Pro C5 MkII: $300 Amazon
Pros: Pretty neutral sound. Wifi
Cons: No battery
Full Audio Pro C5 MkII review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Dimensions | 9.8" x 5.1" x 5.9" (250 x 130 x 150 mm) |
| Drivers | 4" woofer, 2x 0.75" tweeters |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble) |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, Wifi, RCA |
| Output Power | 41W (2x8W + 25W) |
| Outputs | Subwoofer line out |
| Party Mode | Yes (AirPlay 2 multi-room) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Partially |
| Streaming Services | Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, AirPlay 2, Google Cast |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg |
| Wifi | Yes |
| Wifi Version | IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz) |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported |
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Marshall Stanmore II: $300 Amazon
Cons: Not very deep bass. No battery. No water rating.
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) |
| 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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