Short answer: the Edifier S1000W. It ranks #79 of 100 powered bookshelf speakers by sound quality, rated 3.3/5, at $419.98; the Audioengine HD4 ranks #83, rated 3.2/5, and costs $429, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
The case for the Edifier S1000W: Network playback and multiple digital and analog connections make it a convenient all-in-one music system. The tradeoff: High-resolution input support does not itself improve acoustic accuracy.
Why pick the Audioengine HD4: Compact powered cabinets, analog input options and RCA output can simplify a desktop stereo system. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Edifier S1000W lacks. The catch: The compact cabinets suit close desktop listening rather than a large-room system.
Buy the Edifier S1000W. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Audioengine HD4 and costs less, so it is the default pick unless a specific strength of the other one matters more to you.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Edifier S1000W | Audioengine HD4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $419.98 per pair | $429.00 per pair |
| Ranked | #79 of 100 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #83 of 100 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) |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz-40kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 60 Hz-20 kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, Wifi, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax | Bluetooth, Aux, RCA Input |
| Outputs | None | RCA variable output (subwoofer) |
| Weight | 37 lbs (16.8 kg) | 7.3 lbs (3.3 kg) |
| Drivers | 5.5” (140mm) woofer | 4” (102mm) woofer |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD |
| EQ | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 60w RMS Per Speaker | 50w RMS Per Speaker |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | Yes | No |
| Coaxial Input | Yes | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Subwoofer Output | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Edifier S1000W: $419.98 per pair Amazon eBay
Pros: Network playback and multiple digital and analog connections make it a convenient all-in-one music system. Support for high-resolution input is useful for compatibility with different sources.
Cons: High-resolution input support does not itself improve acoustic accuracy. The all-in-one format offers less component flexibility than separate speakers and amplification. No independent measurements exist; reviews are limited to informal listening comparisons.
Full Edifier S1000W review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 60w RMS Per Speaker |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 |
| Coaxial Input | Yes |
| 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 |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz-40kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, Wifi, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax |
| Optical Input | Yes |
| Outputs | None |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 37 lbs (16.8 kg) |
| XLR Input | No |
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Audioengine HD4: $429.00 per pair Amazon eBay
Same family: the Audioengine HD3 (smaller bookshelf, rated 3.2/5) and the Audioengine HD6 (larger bookshelf, ranked higher, rated 3.3/5).
Pros: Compact powered cabinets, analog input options and RCA output can simplify a desktop stereo system. Its modest footprint is useful where larger studio monitors are impractical.
Cons: The compact cabinets suit close desktop listening rather than a large-room system. A separate subwoofer adds cost and space if deeper bass is a priority.
Full Audioengine HD4 review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 50w RMS Per Speaker |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD |
| Coaxial Input | 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) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, Aux, RCA Input |
| Optical Input | No |
| Outputs | RCA variable output (subwoofer) |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 7.3 lbs (3.3 kg) |
| XLR Input | No |
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