Short answer: the Edifier S2000MKIII. It ranks #14 of 24 powered bookshelf speakers at $594.99; the Edifier S1000W ranks #15 and costs $599.99, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
What the Edifier S1000W gets right: Wifi.
On the Edifier S2000MKIII side: High resolution digital input up to 192khz/24bit.
Buy the Edifier S1000W if the price matters more than the ranking. Buy the Edifier S2000MKIII if the ranking matters more than the price.
Specifications Side By Side
| Edifier S1000W | Edifier S2000MKIII | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $599.99 | $594.99 |
| Ranked | #15 of 24 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #14 of 24 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) | 13.5"H x 7.8"W x 10.8"D (342.9 x 198.1 x 274.3 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz-40KHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 45Hz-40KHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, Wifi, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax | Bluetooth, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax |
| Outputs | None | None |
| Weight | 37 lbs / 16.8 kg | 20.7 lbs / 9.4 kg |
| Drivers | 5.5" (140mm) woofer | 5.5" (140mm) woofer |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| EQ | No | No |
| Output Power | 60w RMS Per Speaker | 65w RMS Per Speaker |
The Two Speakers In Full
Edifier S1000W: $599.99 Amazon
Pros: High resolution digital input up to 192khz/24bit. Wifi
| 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 |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz-40KHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, Wifi, 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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Edifier S2000MKIII: $594.99 Amazon
Pros: High resolution digital input up to 192khz/24bit
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | No |
| Dimensions | 13.5"H x 7.8"W x 10.8"D (342.9 x 198.1 x 274.3 mm) |
| Drivers | 5.5" (140mm) woofer |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz-40KHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax |
| Output Power | 65w RMS Per Speaker |
| Outputs | None |
| Weight | 20.7 lbs / 9.4 kg |
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