Short answer: the Cambridge Audio L/R S for better sound quality, the Edifier M60 for the lower price. The Cambridge Audio L/R S ranks #4 of 48 powered bookshelf speakers, rated 4.4/5, at $549. The Edifier M60 ranks #9, rated 4.0/5, at $199.99, $349.01 cheaper.
What the Edifier M60 does well: Small desktop speakers with even sound, USB, Bluetooth and included stands, easy to set up at a desk. It supports LDAC Bluetooth, which the Cambridge Audio L/R S lacks. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Cambridge Audio L/R S lacks. The tradeoff: The on-axis response rises by about 0.57dB per octave, so the tonal balance becomes brighter toward the treble.
The Cambridge Audio L/R S is the better-sounding, deeper-bass choice. Compact desk speakers with very accurate sound, Bluetooth and optical and USB inputs, best for close listening. Its bass reaches about 57Hz before falling 3dB, against 67Hz for the Edifier M60. The tradeoff: Maximum clean output is limited: Erin’s Audio Corner measured about 86dB before the onboard limiter engages around 96dB to protect the drivers, so this is a near-field or small-room speaker rather than one built to fill a living room.
Buy the Edifier M60 if the price matters more than sound quality. Buy the Cambridge Audio L/R S if sound quality matters more than the price.
Looking for alternatives? See the complete Powered Home rankings.
Small desktop speakers with even sound, USB, Bluetooth and included stands, easy to set up at a desk.
Compact desk speakers with very accurate sound, Bluetooth and optical and USB inputs, best for close listening.
Prices on this page were last checked October 31, 2026 at 7:11 PM UTC. Product prices and availability are accurate as of that date/time and are subject to change; the price and availability shown on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
As an eBay Partner, we may be compensated if you make a purchase.
Specifications Side By Side
| Edifier M60 | Cambridge Audio L/R S | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.99 per pair | $549.00 per pair |
| Ranked | #9 of 48 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #4 of 48 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 57Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 50Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 67Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 57Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 6.6”H x 3.9”W x 5.8”D (167.6 x 99.1 x 147.3 mm) | 5.3” (134 mm) W x 226mm H x 180mm D (each) |
| EQ | Yes | - |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, Aux, USB-C | RCA, optical digital, USB-C |
| Drivers | 3” woofer, 1” silk dome tweeter | 21mm aluminum dome tweeter, 3” long-throw woofer |
| Weight | 6.6 lbs (3 kg) | 6.6 lbs (3.0kg) primary speaker, 5.7 lbs (2.6kg) secondary speaker |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.1 |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 55Hz - 24kHz (±3dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 87.5dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin’s Audio Corner) | - |
| Amplifier Power | 66W total (33W per speaker) | 100W total (50W to woofer, 50W to tweeter, per speaker) |
| Maximum SPL | 96dB @ 1m (manufacturer specified) | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.60 | 5.08 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.33 | 7.72 |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| RCA Input | No | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | No | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | No |
| DSP | - | Yes, room size, wall distance, and reflective surface correction; desktop-placement and near-wall/free-space switches |
| Subwoofer Output | - | Yes |
| Outputs | - | Subwoofer, wired speaker-to-speaker link |
Related Speaker Comparisons
More top alternatives to Cambridge Audio L/R S: