Short answer: the IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor. It ranks #6 of 48 powered bookshelf speakers by sound quality, rated 4.3/5, at $299.99; the Edifier M90 ranks #24, rated 3.3/5, and costs $369.99, which makes this an easy call rather than a real tradeoff.
What the Edifier M90 does well: A desktop pair with HDMI eARC, optical, USB-C and LDAC Bluetooth, plus a remote and subwoofer output for TV or PC. The tradeoff: No independent anechoic or Spinorama measurements have been published yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared with ranked speakers.
The IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor is the better-sounding option. A tiny desktop pair with surprisingly big bass and Bluetooth, made for close listening at a desk. The tradeoff: The existing review evidence indicates some bass emphasis and upper-treble rolloff rather than strict neutrality.
Buy the IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Edifier M90 and costs less, which makes it the one to get unless you need something the other one does better.
Worth knowing: the Edifier M90 has not been measured yet. Its rating is estimated from related models, with a likely range of 3.1 to 3.5, so treat this verdict as provisional.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Edifier M90 | IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $369.99 per pair | $299.99 per pair |
| Ranked | #24 of 48 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers Estimated | #6 of 48 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 100W RMS total (2x 35W woofer, 2x 15W tweeter) | 50W total (combined) |
| App | Yes (Edifier ConneX) | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes (A2DP) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, LDAC | - |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 | - |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| Dimensions | 8.3”H x 5.2”W x 8.9”D (212 x 133 x 225 mm) | 7.1”H x 3.5”W x 5.3”D (180.3 x 88.9 x 134.6 mm) |
| Drivers | 4” aluminum woofer, 1” silk dome tweeter | 3” woofer, 0.75” silk dome tweeter |
| EQ | Yes | Yes (Bass/Treble switches, Desktop/Free field) |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 55Hz - 20kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | Yes (eARC) | No |
| Inputs | HDMI eARC, Optical, USB-C, Aux, Bluetooth | RCA, Aux |
| Optical Input | Yes | No |
| RCA Input | No | Yes |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes | - |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| USB Input | Yes | No |
| Weight | 13.3 lbs (6.05 kg) | 2 lbs (0.9 kg) |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 45Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | - | 55Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Maximum SPL | - | 96dB @ 1m (manufacturer specified) |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Edifier M90: reviews by TechRadar, SoundGuys and Pragmatic Audio.
- IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor: reviews by Audio Science Review, DSAUDIO.review and DSAUDIOreview.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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