Short answer: the Edifier S1000MKII. It ranks #21 of 36 powered bookshelf speakers by sound quality at $399.99; the Audioengine HD4 ranks #33 and costs $429, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
What the Edifier S1000MKII offers: High resolution digital input up to 192khz/24bit. Watch for: Its documented strengths make it a credible option in this class.
What the Audioengine HD4 offers: Its documented strengths make it a credible option in this class. Watch for: Not a great sounding speaker for the high price.
Buy the Edifier S1000MKII. It ranks higher for sound quality than the Audioengine HD4 and costs less, so there is no real case for the other one.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip the Audioengine HD4. It ranks near the bottom of the 36 powered bookshelf speakers, so look higher up the list instead.
Specifications Side By Side
| Edifier S1000MKII | Audioengine HD4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $399.99 | $429.00 |
| Ranked | #21 of 36 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #33 of 36 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 13.6"H x 7.6"W x 11.6"D (345.4 x 193 x 294.6 mm) | 9"H x 5.5"W x 6.5"D (228.6 x 139.7 x 165.1 mm) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax | Bluetooth, Aux, RCA Input |
| Outputs | None | RCA Output |
| Weight | 37 lbs / 16.8 kg | 7.3 lbs / 3.3 kg |
| Drivers | 5.5" (140mm) woofer | 4" (102mm) woofer |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| EQ | No | No |
| Output Power | 60w RMS Per Speaker | 50w RMS Per Speaker |
| Frequency Response | - | 60 Hz-20 kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Edifier S1000MKII: $399.99 Amazon
Pros: High resolution digital input up to 192khz/24bit. Very close to the S2000MKIII, almost no reason to pay more
Full Edifier S1000MKII review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | No |
| Dimensions | 13.6"H x 7.6"W x 11.6"D (345.4 x 193 x 294.6 mm) |
| Drivers | 5.5" (140mm) woofer |
| EQ | No |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax |
| Output Power | 60w RMS Per Speaker |
| Outputs | None |
| Weight | 37 lbs / 16.8 kg |
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Audioengine HD4: $429.00 Amazon
Cons: Not a great sounding speaker for the high price.
Full Audioengine HD4 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | No |
| Dimensions | 9"H x 5.5"W x 6.5"D (228.6 x 139.7 x 165.1 mm) |
| Drivers | 4" (102mm) woofer |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 60 Hz-20 kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, Aux, RCA Input |
| Output Power | 50w RMS Per Speaker |
| Outputs | RCA Output |
| Weight | 7.3 lbs / 3.3 kg |
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