Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers Ranked

Last updated: August 24, 2026

This page ranks 13 medium powered desktop speakers. These are stereo inside a single enclosure with woofers between 4” and 6”. They have no battery and no waterproofing. Larger woofers provide deeper bass but result in a bigger, heavier speaker. All include a built-in amp so you can play directly from your phone or laptop.

I generally recommend avoiding this class, they won’t have good imaging due to not having widely separated left and right channels like the Bookshelf class, and they generally aren’t tuned as neutral. These are more for someone who wants a speaker that is form over function and takes up as little space as possible. Also consider portable Bluetooth speakers with a battery and waterproofing.

Prices on this page were last checked August 24, 2026 at 6:53 AM 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.

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#1 Audio Pro C5 MkII: $300 Amazon eBay

Audio Pro C5 MkII ranking card

Pros: Pretty neutral sound. Wifi

Cons: No battery

AppYes
Aux InputYes
Battery LifeNo Battery
Bluetooth Version4.2
Dimensions9.8" x 5.1" x 5.9" (250 x 130 x 150 mm)
Drivers4" woofer, 2x 0.75" tweeters
EQYes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingNone
InputsBluetooth, Wifi, RCA
Output Power41W (2x8W + 25W)
OutputsSubwoofer line out
Party ModeYes (AirPlay 2 multi-room)
Power InputAC Power cord
StereoPartially
Streaming ServicesSpotify Connect, Tidal Connect, AirPlay 2, Google Cast
TWSNo
Weight5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg
WifiYes
Wifi VersionIEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz)
Woofer Cabinetported

#2 JBL Authentics 200: $380 Amazon eBay

JBL Authentics 200 ranking card

Pros: Wi-Fi streaming with simultaneous Alexa and Google Assistant support, rare at this size. Well balanced sound that reviewers rate close to the pricier Authentics 300. Measured about 113dB at 1kHz on max volume, matching the bigger 300 despite the smaller cabinet.

Cons: Bass not as deep as others. No TWS. No IP rating. Not as loud as others. Not much battery life.

AppYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)~50Hz
Battery LifeNo Battery
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version5.3
Dimensions10.5" x 6.8" x 6.6" (266.3 x 171.7 x 167.4 mm)
Drivers5" full-range woofer, 2x 25mm tweeters
EQYes
Frequency Response50Hz - 20kHz (-6dB) (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingNone
InputsBluetooth, Wifi, Aux, USB (US only)
Output Power90W
Party ModeYes (Wi-Fi multi-room)
Passive Radiator6" down-firing
Power InputAC Power Cable (100-240V)
StereoPartially (1 woofer)
Streaming ServicesAirPlay, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Alexa MRM
TWSNo
Voice AssistantsAmazon Alexa & Google Assistant (simultaneous)
Weight9.3 lbs / 4.2 kg
WifiYes
Wifi VersionIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4GHz/5GHz)
Woofer Cabinetported

#3 Marshall Woburn III: $499.99 Amazon eBay

Marshall Woburn III ranking card

Cons: Hollow sounding, peaky upper mids. Not as deep bass as others in the class.

AppYes
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)~45Hz
Battery LifeNo Battery
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version5.2
Dimensions15.7" x 12.5" x 8" (400 x 317 x 203 mm)
Drivers6" woofer, 2x 2" midranges, 2x 0.75" Dome tweeters
EQYes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response35Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingNone
InputsBluetooth, HDMI, RCA, Aux
Max Volume100.5dB @ 1m
Output Power150W (Woofer: 90W, Midrange: 2x15W, Tweeters: 2x15W)
Party ModeNo
Power InputAC Power cord
StereoYes
TWSNo
Weight16.4 lbs / 7.44 kg
WifiNo
Woofer Cabinetported

#4 Marshall Woburn II: $332.11 Amazon eBay

Marshall Woburn II ranking card

Cons: Huge treble rolloff. Quite muddy. Not as deep bass as others in the class. Not as loud as the Woburn I

AppYes
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)~47Hz
Battery LifeNo Battery
Bluetooth CodecsAptX, SBC
Bluetooth Version5.0
Dimensions15.7" x 12.1" x 7.9" (400 x 308 x 200 mm)
Drivers2x 5.25" woofers, Integrated in woofers midrange, 2x 1" tweeters
EQYes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingNone
InputsBluetooth, HDMI, RCA, Aux
Max Volume110dB
Output Power110W (Woofers: 2x50W, Tweeters: 2x15W)
Party ModeNo
Power InputAC Power cord
StereoYes
TWSYes
Voice AssistantsYes (via app)
Weight18.9 lbs / 8.57 kg
WifiNo
Woofer Cabinetported

#5 Marshall Woburn I: $500 Discontinued eBay

Marshall Woburn I ranking card

Cons: Peaky midrange, treble rolloff. Not as deep bass as others in the class. Discontinued.

AppNo
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)~50Hz
Battery LifeNo Battery
Bluetooth CodecsSBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version4.0
Dimensions15.7" x 12.1" x 7.9" (400 x 308 x 200 mm)
DiscontinuedYes
Drivers2x 5.25" woofers, Integrated in woofers midrange, 2x 1" tweeters
EQYes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingNone
InputsBluetooth, RCA, Aux
Output Power90W
Party ModeNo
Power InputAC Power cord
StereoYes
TWSNo
Weight17.4 lbs / 7.9 kg
WifiNo
Woofer Cabinetported

#6 Marshall Stanmore III: $199.99 Amazon eBay

Marshall Stanmore III ranking card

Cons: Not as good sounding as the Stanmore II. Not enough bass. Distorts at higher volumes.

AppYes
Aux InputYes
Battery LifeNo Battery
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version5.2
Dimensions13.8" x 8" x 7.4" (350 x 203 x 188 mm)
Drivers5" (midrange/woofer), 1x 5" midrange, 2x 0.75" Dome tweeters
EQYes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response45Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingNone
InputsBluetooth, RCA, Aux
Output Power80W (Woofer: 50W, Tweeters: 2x15W)
Party ModeNo
Power BankNo
Power InputAC Power cord
StereoPartially (1 woofer)
TWSNo
Weight9.7 lbs / 4.4 kg
WifiNo
Woofer Cabinetported

#7 Edifier D12: $179.99 Amazon eBay

Edifier D12 ranking card

Pros: A very good value speaker in this desktop category. Subwoofer line out.

AppNo
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)57Hz
Battery LifeNo Battery
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version5.0
Dimensions14.1" x 6.3" x 8" (359 x 159 x 203.5 mm)
Drivers2x 4" woofers, 2x 19mm silk dome tweeters
EQYes (Bass/Treble controls)
Frequency Response54Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingNone
InputsBluetooth, Wifi, Aux, RCA
Output Power70W (R/L treble: 15W+15W, R/L mid-bass: 20W+20W)
OutputsSubwoofer line out
Party ModeNo
Power BankNo
Power InputAC Power cable
StereoYes
TWSNo
Weight10.1 lbs / 4.6 kg
WifiNo
Woofer Cabinetported

#8 Marshall Acton III: $222.55 Amazon eBay

Marshall Acton III ranking card

Cons: Not as deep bass as competitors.

AppYes
Aux InputYes
Battery LifeNo Battery
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version5.2
Dimensions10.2" x 6.7" x 5.9" (260 x 170 x 150 mm)
Drivers4" (midrange/woofer), 1x 4" midrange, 2x 0.75" Dome tweeters
EQYes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response45Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingNone
InputsBluetooth, Aux
Output Power60W (Woofer: 30W, Tweeters: 2x15W)
Party ModeNo
Power BankNo
StereoPartially (1 woofer)
TWSNo
Weight6.3 lbs / 2.85 kg
WifiNo
Woofer Cabinetported

#9 Marshall Stanmore II: $300 Amazon eBay

Marshall Stanmore II ranking card

Cons: Not very deep bass. No battery. No water rating.

AppYes
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)55Hz
Battery LifeNo Battery
Bluetooth CodecsSBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version5.0
Dimensions13.8" x 7.9" x 7.3" (350 x 200 x 185 mm)
Drivers5.25" woofer, 2x 2" midranges, 2x 0.75" Dome tweeters
EQYes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingNone
InputsBluetooth, RCA, Aux, Optical
Output Power80W (Woofer: 50W, Tweeters: 2x15W)
Party ModeNo
Power BankNo
Power InputAC Power brick
StereoPartially (1 woofer)
TWSYes
Voice AssistantsYes
Weight10.3 lbs / 4.65 kg
WifiNo
Woofer Cabinetported

#10 Marshall Acton II: $195.60 Amazon eBay

Marshall Acton II ranking card

Cons: Boosted upper bass, not as deep bass as competitors. Boosted highs. Sounds mushy.

AppYes
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)56Hz
Battery LifeNo Battery
Bluetooth CodecsSBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version5.0
Dimensions10.2" x 6" x 5.9" (260 x 153 x 150 mm)
Drivers4" (midrange/woofer), 1x 4" midrange, 2x 0.75" Dome tweeters
EQYes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingNone
InputsBluetooth, Aux
Output Power50W (Woofer: 25W, Tweeters: 2x12.5W)
Party ModeNo
Power BankNo
StereoPartially (1 woofer)
TWSNo
Voice AssistantsYes
Weight6.4 lbs / 2.9 kg
WifiNo
Woofer Cabinetported

#11 B&O Beosound 1: $2000 eBay

B&O Beosound 1 ranking card

Cons: Overly boosted bass and recessed mids. Overly expensive

AppNo
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)~53Hz
Battery Life16 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth CodecsSBC
Bluetooth Version4.2
Dimensions6.4" x 12.9" (162 x 327 mm)
Drivers4" woofer, 1.5" full-range driver
EQNo
Frequency Response35Hz - 24.3kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingNone
Max Volume91dB
Party ModeNo
Power BankNo
Power InputAC Power cord
StereoYes
TWSNo
USB PlaybackNo
Weight7.7 lbs / 3.5 kg

#12 Klipsch The Three II: $400 Amazon eBay

Klipsch The Three II ranking card

Cons: Treble boosted. Not as deep of bass as others.

AppNo
Aux InputYes
Battery LifeNo Battery
Bluetooth CodecsSBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version4.2
Dimensions11" x 7.3" x 7.3" (280 x 186 x 186 mm)
Drivers4.5" woofer, 2x 2.25" full-range midranges
EQYes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response45Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
InputsBluetooth, Aux, RCA, Optical, USB
Output Power60W (Woofer: 30W, Full-range: 2x15W)
Party ModeNo
StereoPartially (1 woofer)
TWSNo
Weight10.4 lbs / 4.7 kg
WifiNo
Woofer Cabinetported

#13 Klipsch The One II: $149.95 Amazon eBay

Klipsch The One II ranking card

Cons: Treble boosted. Not as deep of bass as others.

AppNo
Aux InputYes
Battery LifeNo Battery
Bluetooth CodecsSBC, aptX
Bluetooth Version4.2
Dimensions9.1" x 5.9" x 5.9" (231 x 150 x 150 mm)
Drivers4.5" woofer, 2x 2.25" full-range midranges
EQYes (Bass/Treble)
Frequency Response50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
InputsBluetooth, Aux, RCA, Optical, USB
Output Power50W (Woofer: 30W, Full-range: 2x10W)
Party ModeNo
StereoPartially (1 woofer)
TWSNo
Weight8.6 lbs / 3.9 kg
WifiNo
Woofer Cabinetported