Best Small Powered Subwoofers (July 2026)

This page ranks 42 compact powered subwoofers weighing under 30 lbs. All subwoofers have computed CEA-2010-A scores and are ranked by them with the best at the top.

Last updated: July 15, 2026

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1	Compare SVS SB-1000 PRO	SVS SB-1000 PRO	$599.00	113.9 dB	sealed	(1) 12 inch	26 lbs / 11.8 kg
2	Compare Velodyne Acoustics SPL-1200 Series II	Velodyne Acoustics SPL-1200 Series II	$499	111.1 dB	sealed	(1) 12 inch	20.9 lbs / 9.5 kg
3	Compare Polk Audio PSW10	Polk Audio PSW10	$249.00	110.3 dB	ported, front	(1) 10 inch	26 lbs / 11.8 kg
4	Compare SVS SB-1000	SVS SB-1000	$500	110.3 dB	sealed	(1) 12 inch	26.9 lbs / 12.2 kg
5	Compare GoldenEar ForceField 3	GoldenEar ForceField 3	$650	110.2 dB	passive radiator	(1) 8 inch	26 lbs / 11.8 kg
6	Compare Onkyo SKW-204	Onkyo SKW-204	$299	109.9 dB	ported, front	(1) 10 inch	26 lbs / 11.8 kg
7	Compare MartinLogan Dynamo 700w	MartinLogan Dynamo 700w	$999	109.0 dB	sealed	(1) 10 inch	26.5 lbs / 12.0 kg
8	Compare Definitive Technology SuperCube 2000	Definitive Technology SuperCube 2000	$599	108.2 dB	passive radiator	(1) 7.5 inch	24.9 lbs / 11.3 kg
9	Compare Klipsch HD Theater 600	Klipsch HD Theater 600	$399	108.2 dB	ported, rear	(1) 8 inch	17 lbs / 7.7 kg
10	Compare ELAC SUB1010	ELAC SUB1010	$550	108.1 dB	ported, rear	(1) 10 inch	21.8 lbs / 9.9 kg
11	Compare Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) PV1D	Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) PV1D	$1699	108.0 dB	sealed	(2) 8 inch	8.4 lbs / 3.8 kg
12	Compare SVS 3000 Micro	SVS 3000 Micro	$999.00	107.5 dB	sealed	(2) 8 inch	22.5 lbs / 10.2 kg
13	Compare Monitor Audio BRW10	Monitor Audio BRW10	$699	107.0 dB	ported, rear	(1) 10 inch	27.6 lbs / 12.5 kg
14	Compare Klipsch R-10SW	Klipsch R-10SW	$399	106.8 dB	ported, rear	(1) 10 inch	25.6 lbs / 11.6 kg
15	Compare Sony SA-CS9	Sony SA-CS9	$200	106.7 dB	ported, rear	(1) 10 inch	25.4 lbs / 11.5 kg
16	Compare Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt	Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt	$130	106.4 dB	ported, front	(1) 8 inch	18.5 lbs / 8.4 kg
17	Compare Pioneer SW-8MK2	Pioneer SW-8MK2	$299	106.4 dB	ported, front	(1) 8 inch	20.1 lbs / 9.1 kg
18	Compare Polk Audio PSW 111	Polk Audio PSW 111	$350	106.2 dB	ported, bottom	(1) 8 inch	20.3 lbs / 9.2 kg
19	Compare Kef T2	Kef T2	$799.99	105.7 dB	sealed	(1) 10 inch	6 lbs / 2.7 kg
20	Compare Revel B8	Revel B8	$500	105.5 dB	sealed	(1) 8 inch	19.8 lbs / 9.0 kg
21	Compare OSD (Optimal Speaker Design) SS8	OSD (Optimal Speaker Design) SS8	$249	105.0 dB	ported, side	(1) 8 inch	11.5 lbs / 5.2 kg
22	Compare Yamaha NS-SW100	Yamaha NS-SW100	$200	105.0 dB	ported, side	(1) 10 inch	26.5 lbs / 12.0 kg
23	Compare Yamaha HS8S	Yamaha HS8S	$775	104.8 dB	ported, front	(1) 8 inch	22.5 lbs / 10.2 kg
24	Compare Dayton Audio SUB-1000L	Dayton Audio SUB-1000L	$150	104.0 dB	ported, bottom	(1) 10 inch	28.4 lbs / 12.9 kg
25	Compare ELAC IW-S10EQ in-wall	ELAC IW-S10EQ in-wall	$299	103.9 dB	in-wall	(1) 10 inch	14.3 lbs / 6.5 kg
26	Compare Yamaha YST-SW215	Yamaha YST-SW215	$399	103.6 dB	ported, side	(1) 8 inch	25.4 lbs / 11.5 kg
27	Compare Focal Sub Air	Focal Sub Air	$1,399.00	103.0 dB	ported, side	(1) 8 inch	17 lbs / 7.7 kg
28	Compare JL Audio Dominion d108	JL Audio Dominion d108	$1,100	103.0 dB	sealed	(1) 8 inch	26.5 lbs / 12.0 kg
29	Compare Jamo SUB 800	Jamo SUB 800	$499	102.2 dB	passive radiator	(1) 6.5 inch	10.1 lbs / 4.6 kg
30	Compare Gallo Acoustics TR-1	Gallo Acoustics TR-1	$399	102.1 dB	sealed	(1) 10 inch	26 lbs / 11.8 kg
31	Compare Wharfedale DX-1	Wharfedale DX-1	$399	101.9 dB	ported, rear	(1) 8 inch	19 lbs / 8.6 kg
32	Compare Yamaha YST-SW012	Yamaha YST-SW012	$299	101.6 dB	ported, side	(1) 8 inch	18.7 lbs / 8.5 kg
33	Compare Q Acoustics 3060S	Q Acoustics 3060S	$599.96	101.5 dB	sealed	(1) 8 inch	18.7 lbs / 8.5 kg
34	Compare Andover Audio SpinSub	Andover Audio SpinSub	$350	101.4 dB	ported	(2) 6.5 inch	20.9 lbs / 9.5 kg
35	Compare Sonos Sub Mini	Sonos Sub Mini	$499.00	100.4 dB	sealed	(2) 6 inch	14.1 lbs / 6.4 kg
36	Compare Savant NANO-1	Savant NANO-1	$1,196.82	100.3 dB	sealed	(2) 6.5 inch	14.3 lbs / 6.5 kg
37	Compare Monoprice Monolith 8 THX Certified	Monoprice Monolith 8 THX Certified	$350	99.6 dB	ported	(1) 8 inch	19.8 lbs / 9.0 kg
38	Compare Paradigm Millenia CT	Paradigm Millenia CT	$499	99.0 dB	—	(1) 8 inch	12.6 lbs / 5.7 kg
39	Compare Axiom Audio EP400 v3	Axiom Audio EP400 v3	$599	98.5 dB	sealed	(1) 8 inch	17.9 lbs / 8.1 kg
40	Compare Roku Subwoofer 9201X	Roku Subwoofer 9201X	$399	94.0 dB	sealed	(1) 10 inch	17.2 lbs / 7.8 kg
41	Compare PSB Speakers SubSeries 100	PSB Speakers SubSeries 100	$299	93.2 dB	sealed	(1) 5.25 inch	6 lbs / 2.7 kg
42	Compare REL Acoustics Tzero MKIII	REL Acoustics Tzero MKIII	$599.00	89.2 dB	sealed	(1) 6.5 inch	15 lbs / 6.8 kg

#1 SVS SB-1000 PRO [Amazon]: $599.00

Pros: 12-inch sealed driver delivers 113.9dB CEA-2010-A average, the highest output of any subwoofer in the under-30lb weight class. Sealed enclosure keeps bass tight and controlled for its compact footprint.

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	113.9 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Country	United States
Dimensions	13.5"H x 13.0"W x 14.76"D (342.9 x 330.2 x 374.9 mm)
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 12 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Output SPL at 100 Hz	113.3 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	111.5 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	91.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	97.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	104.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	109.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	114.5 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	116.7 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	115.2 dB
Warranty	5
Weight	26 lbs / 11.8 kg

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#2 Velodyne Acoustics SPL-1200 Series II: $499

Pros: 12-inch sealed driver reaches 111.1dB CEA-2010-A average, second only to the pricier SVS SB-1000 PRO among compact subwoofers. Sealed cabinet suits smaller rooms without a large footprint.

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	111.1 dB
Country	United States
Dimensions	14.75"H x 14.25"W x 16.37"D (374.6 x 361.9 x 415.8 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	12" (305mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 12 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Ilkka Rissanen
Output SPL at 20 Hz	95.2 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	100.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	105.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	109.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	111.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	112.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	111.0 dB
Weight	20.9 lbs / 9.5 kg

Links
- Reddit Search for Velodyne Acoustics SPL-1200 Series II
- Direct Speakerranking Link

#3 Polk Audio PSW10 [Amazon]: $249.00

Pros: 10-inch Dynamic Balance polymer composite driver with 100W Peak Class D amp. Deep bass capabilities are impressive with exceptional definition/control per CNet. Reduces distortion (uncommon at this price). Good hard clean bass performs well at higher volumes. Easy setup and affordable price consistently highlighted by thousands of buyers. Polk Power Port channels airflow cleanly for tighter bass without port noise. Best for average/small rooms and apartments.

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	110.3 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	United States
Dimensions	14.37"H x 14.0"W x 16.12"D (365.0 x 355.6 x 409.4 mm)
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 10 inch
Enclosure	ported, front
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Output SPL at 100 Hz	112.2 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	110.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	96.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	104.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	109.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	113.8 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	113.1 dB
Warranty	5/3
Weight	26 lbs / 11.8 kg

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#4 SVS SB-1000: $500

Notes: Discontinued 2021-02-25 when SB-1000 PRO was released.

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	110.3 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Country	United States
Dimensions	13.5"H x 13.0"W x 14.0"D (342.9 x 330.2 x 355.6 mm)
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 12 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 15 Hz	85.5 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	89.5 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	97.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	101.4 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	105.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	112.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	112.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.5 dB
Warranty	5
Weight	26.9 lbs / 12.2 kg

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#5 GoldenEar ForceField 3: $650

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	110.2 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Cabinet Color	black
Country	United States
Dimensions	11.5"H x 11.37"W x 15.75"D (292.1 x 288.8 x 400.0 mm)
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	passive radiator
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 25 Hz	91.9 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	98.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	108.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	109.9 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	112.4 dB
Warranty	5/3
Weight	26 lbs / 11.8 kg

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#6 Onkyo SKW-204: $299

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	109.9 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	Japan
Dimensions	18.62"H x 10.81"W x 16.87"D (472.9 x 274.6 x 428.5 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 10 inch
Enclosure	ported, front
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	71.3 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	84.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	97.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	102.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	108.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	113.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	115.4 dB
Weight	26 lbs / 11.8 kg

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#7 MartinLogan Dynamo 700w: $999

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	109.0 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Country	United States
Dimensions	12.54"H x 11.69"W x 12.53"D (318.5 x 296.9 x 318.3 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 10 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	86.3 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	88.4 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	94.6 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	106.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	110.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	110.5 dB
Warranty	3
Weight	26.5 lbs / 12.0 kg

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#8 Definitive Technology SuperCube 2000: $599

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	108.2 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	United States
Dimensions	10.75"H x 10.25"W x 10.88"D (273.1 x 260.3 x 276.4 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 7.5 inch
Enclosure	passive radiator
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	74.1 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	88.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	97.6 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	103.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	109.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	110.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.3 dB
Warranty	5/3
Weight	24.9 lbs / 11.3 kg

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#9 Klipsch HD Theater 600: $399

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	108.2 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Country	United States
Dimensions	13.9"H x 12.5"W x 12.5"D (353.1 x 317.5 x 317.5 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	ported, rear
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 25 Hz	87.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	98.4 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	104.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	107.6 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	112.1 dB
Weight	17 lbs / 7.7 kg

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#10 ELAC SUB1010: $550

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	108.1 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	Germany
Dimensions	14.81"H x 12.18"W x 12.18"D (376.2 x 309.4 x 309.4 mm)
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 10 inch
Enclosure	ported, rear
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Output SPL at 100 Hz	111.2 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	109.5 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	96.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	102.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	107.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	110.8 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	111.9 dB
Warranty	3/1
Weight	21.8 lbs / 9.9 kg

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#11 Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) PV1D: $1699

Notes: “Sphere” shape

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	108.0 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Cabinet Color	black, white
Country	United Kingdom
Dimensions	13.5"H x 10.6"W x 14.1"D (342.9 x 269.2 x 358.1 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	12" (305mm) driver
Driver(s)	(2) 8 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	85.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	88.6 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	92.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	105.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	108.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	110.3 dB
Warranty	2
Weight	8.4 lbs / 3.8 kg

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#12 SVS 3000 Micro [Amazon]: $999.00

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	107.5 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Country	United States
Dimensions	10.9"H x 11.7"W x 10.7"D (276.9 x 297.2 x 271.8 mm)
Driver	8" (203mm) driver
Driver(s)	(2) 8 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	84.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	86.9 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	92.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	97.6 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	104.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	111.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	116.1 dB
Warranty	5
Weight	22.5 lbs / 10.2 kg

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#13 Monitor Audio BRW10: $699

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	107.0 dB
Cabinet Color	wood
Country	United Kingdom
Dimensions	12.62"H x 12.62"W x 13.37"D (320.5 x 320.5 x 339.6 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 10 inch
Enclosure	ported, rear
Measurement Source	Ilkka Rissanen
Output SPL at 20 Hz	70.1 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	88.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	93.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	100.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	104.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	110.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	112.3 dB
Weight	27.6 lbs / 12.5 kg

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#14 Klipsch R-10SW: $399

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	106.8 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	United States
Dimensions	14.0"H x 12.5"W x 15.7"D (355.6 x 317.5 x 398.8 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 10 inch
Enclosure	ported, rear
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Output SPL at 100 Hz	107.0 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	104.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	103.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	106.5 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	109.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	108.8 dB
Warranty	5/2
Weight	25.6 lbs / 11.6 kg

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#15 Sony SA-CS9: $200

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	106.7 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	Japan
Dimensions	13.58"H x 11.61"W x 15.74"D (344.9 x 294.9 x 399.8 mm)
Driver	6.5" (165mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 10 inch
Enclosure	ported, rear
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	77.7 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	89.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	92.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	98.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	106.4 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	111.2 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.9 dB
Warranty	1?
Weight	25.4 lbs / 11.5 kg

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#16 Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt: $130

Pros: 8-inch ported driver still manages 106.4dB CEA-2010-A average at the lowest price of any subwoofer tested in this weight class. An easy entry point for a first subwoofer.

Notes: Product # 14567

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	106.4 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	United States
Dimensions	15.0"H x 10.6"W x 12.8"D (381.0 x 269.2 x 325.1 mm)
Driver	8" (203mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	ported, front
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	51.3 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	69.3 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	91.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	98.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	104.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	110.7 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	111.8 dB
Weight	18.5 lbs / 8.4 kg

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#17 Pioneer SW-8MK2: $299

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	106.4 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	Japan
Dimensions	14.18"H x 12.18"W x 12.18"D (360.2 x 309.4 x 309.4 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	8" (203mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	ported, front
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	63.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	81.4 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	96.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	101.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	107.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	108.2 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	108.6 dB
Warranty	1?
Weight	20.1 lbs / 9.1 kg

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#18 Polk Audio PSW 111 [Amazon]: $350

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	106.2 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	United States
Dimensions	12.13"H x 11.0"W x 13.0"D (308.1 x 279.4 x 330.2 mm)
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	ported, bottom
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	66.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	70.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	85.9 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	100.5 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	105.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	109.1 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.0 dB
Warranty	5/3
Weight	20.3 lbs / 9.2 kg

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#19 Kef T2 [Amazon]: $799.99

Notes: low profile (<8in)

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	105.7 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Country	United Kingdom
Dimensions	15.0"H x 14.6"W x 7.0"D (381.0 x 370.8 x 177.8 mm)
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 10 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 15 Hz	78.3 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	84.6 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	89.8 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	96.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	100.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	104.4 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	108.1 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.3 dB
Warranty	5/2/5
Weight	6 lbs / 2.7 kg

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#20 Revel B8: $500

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	105.5 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Country	United States
Dimensions	13.9"H x 10.5"W x 10.5"D (353.1 x 266.7 x 266.7 mm)
Driver	8" (203mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	48.7 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	66.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	90.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	99.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	103.6 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	109.1 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.2 dB
Warranty	5
Weight	19.8 lbs / 9.0 kg

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#21 OSD (Optimal Speaker Design) SS8: $249

Notes: low profile (<8in)

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	105.0 dB
Country	United States
Dimensions	15.75"H x 21.25"W x 5.5"D (400.0 x 539.8 x 139.7 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	8" (203mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	ported, side
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	70.7 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	80.6 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	84.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	97.6 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	103.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	109.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	109.7 dB
Warranty	2?
Weight	11.5 lbs / 5.2 kg

Links
- Reddit Search for OSD (Optimal Speaker Design) SS8
- Direct Speakerranking Link

#22 Yamaha NS-SW100: $200

Pros: 10-inch ported with 100W RMS. Compact 26-pound design delivers surprising deep bass at tight price point. Twisted flare port provides accurate, powerfully rich response. Stylish design complements home decor while delivering satisfying bass depth.

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	105.0 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	Japan
Dimensions	13.87"H x 13.87"W x 16.12"D (352.3 x 352.3 x 409.4 mm)
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 10 inch
Enclosure	ported, side
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Output SPL at 100 Hz	109.7 dB
Output SPL at 125 Hz	107.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	97.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	103.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	108.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.7 dB
Warranty	2
Weight	26.5 lbs / 12.0 kg

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#23 Yamaha HS8S: $775

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	104.8 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	Japan
Dimensions	13.75"H x 11.81"W x 15.31"D (349.2 x 300.0 x 388.9 mm)
Driver	8" (203mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	ported, front
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Output SPL at 100 Hz	105.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	90.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	100.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	104.9 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	106.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	107.2 dB
Warranty	2
Weight	22.5 lbs / 10.2 kg

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#24 Dayton Audio SUB-1000L: $150

Notes: low profile (<8in)

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	104.0 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	United States
Dimensions	6.0"H x 25.0"W x 15.75"D (152.4 x 635.0 x 400.0 mm)
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 10 inch
Enclosure	ported, bottom
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	83.9 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	90.8 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	94.9 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	98.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	102.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	105.9 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	108.7 dB
Warranty	5
Weight	28.4 lbs / 12.9 kg

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#25 ELAC IW-S10EQ in-wall: $299

Pros: 10-inch in-wall driver delivers 103.9dB CEA-2010-A average with EQ-adjustable response for flush installation where a floor-standing cabinet isn’t an option.

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	103.9 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	Germany
Dimensions	12.2"H x 12.2"W x 4.23"D (309.9 x 309.9 x 107.4 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 10 inch
Enclosure	in-wall
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 15 Hz	86.0 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	90.2 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	97.3 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	97.9 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	100.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	103.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	104.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	107.9 dB
Warranty	3/1
Weight	14.3 lbs / 6.5 kg

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#26 Yamaha YST-SW215: $399

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	103.6 dB
Country	Japan
Dimensions	14.18"H x 11.43"W x 12.68"D (360.2 x 290.3 x 322.1 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	ported, side
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	68.5 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	79.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	86.6 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	93.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	100.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	107.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	112.5 dB
Warranty	2
Weight	25.4 lbs / 11.5 kg

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#27 Focal Sub Air [Amazon]: $1,399.00

Notes: low profile (<8in)

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	103.0 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	France
Dimensions	16.1"H x 14.2"W x 6.3"D (408.9 x 360.7 x 160.0 mm)
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	ported, side
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	85.4 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	94.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	102.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	107.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	108.3 dB
Warranty	1(or3)
Weight	17 lbs / 7.7 kg

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#28 JL Audio Dominion d108: $1,100

Notes: Ash colour.

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	103.0 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	United States
Dimensions	11.37"H x 10.0"W x 13.23"D (288.8 x 254.0 x 336.0 mm)
Driver	8" (203mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Output SPL at 100 Hz	103.9 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	79.7 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	85.8 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	91.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	98.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	102.9 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	105.6 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	105.0 dB
Warranty	3
Weight	26.5 lbs / 12.0 kg

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#29 Jamo SUB 800: $499

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	102.2 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Country	Denmark
Dimensions	8.0"H x 8.0"W x 8.0"D (203.2 x 203.2 x 203.2 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 6.5 inch
Enclosure	passive radiator
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	84.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	95.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	103.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	108.4 dB
Weight	10.1 lbs / 4.6 kg

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#30 Gallo Acoustics TR-1: $399

Notes: “Sphere” shape

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	102.1 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	Scotland
Dimensions	12.0"H x 10.75"W x 13.5"D (304.8 x 273.1 x 342.9 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	1" (25mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 10 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Ilkka Rissanen
Output SPL at 20 Hz	86.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	90.6 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	93.9 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	97.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	100.9 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	104.1 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	106.0 dB
Warranty	1
Weight	26 lbs / 11.8 kg

Links
- Reddit Search for Gallo Acoustics TR-1
- Direct Speakerranking Link

#31 Wharfedale DX-1: $399

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	101.9 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Country	United Kingdom
Dimensions	13.4"H x 11.4"W x 12.8"D (340.4 x 289.6 x 325.1 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	8" (203mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	ported, rear
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	82.9 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	97.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	104.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	103.8 dB
Weight	19 lbs / 8.6 kg

Links
- Reddit Search for Wharfedale DX-1
- Direct Speakerranking Link

#32 Yamaha YST-SW012: $299

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	101.6 dB
Country	Japan
Dimensions	11.37"H x 11.37"W x 12.87"D (288.8 x 288.8 x 326.9 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	6" (152mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	ported, side
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	56.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	74.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	85.5 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	92.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	99.5 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	103.9 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	110.2 dB
Warranty	2
Weight	18.7 lbs / 8.5 kg

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#33 Q Acoustics 3060S [Amazon]: $599.96

Notes: low profile (<8in)

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	101.5 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white, wood, grey
Country	United Kingdom
Dimensions	12.8"H x 6.1"W x 18.9"D (325.1 x 154.9 x 480.1 mm)
Driver	6.5" (165mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 25 Hz	82.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	89.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	93.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	99.6 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	104.8 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	108.3 dB
Warranty	2
Weight	18.7 lbs / 8.5 kg

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#34 Andover Audio SpinSub: $350

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	101.4 dB
Cabinet Color	black, grey
Country	United States
Dimensions	14.25"H x 11.25"W x 12.75"D (361.9 x 285.8 x 323.8 mm)
Driver	8" (203mm) driver
Driver(s)	(2) 6.5 inch
Enclosure	ported
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 25 Hz	85.2 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	92.6 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	98.3 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	99.5 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	104.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	103.6 dB
Weight	20.9 lbs / 9.5 kg

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#35 Sonos Sub Mini [Amazon]: $499.00

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	100.4 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Country	United States
Dimensions	12.01"H x 9.06"W x 9.06"D (305.1 x 230.1 x 230.1 mm)
Driver	6.5" (165mm) driver
Driver(s)	(2) 6 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	76.4 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	83.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	91.9 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	97.2 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	98.1 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	102.8 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	103.5 dB
Warranty	1
Weight	14.1 lbs / 6.4 kg

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#36 Savant NANO-1: $1,196.82

Notes: Previouly known as ‘Artison’

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	100.3 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Cabinet Color	black, white
Country	United States
Dimensions	8.0"H x 7.5"W x 9.0"D (203.2 x 190.5 x 228.6 mm)
Driver	6" (152mm) driver
Driver(s)	(2) 6.5 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	69.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	76.8 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	86.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	91.6 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	99.6 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	109.6 dB
Warranty	2
Weight	14.3 lbs / 6.5 kg

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#37 Monoprice Monolith 8 THX Certified: $350

Notes: Product # 41289

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	99.6 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	United States
Dimensions	12.59"H x 13.5"W x 12.59"D (319.8 x 342.9 x 319.8 mm)
Driver	8" (203mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	ported
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Output SPL at 100 Hz	101.9 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	72.9 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	86.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	93.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	96.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	99.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	100.7 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	101.6 dB
Weight	19.8 lbs / 9.0 kg

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#38 Paradigm Millenia CT: $499

Notes: low profile (<8in)

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	99.0 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Country	Canada
Dimensions	15.75"H x 5.0"W x 14.0"D (400.0 x 127.0 x 355.6 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	8" (203mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 25 Hz	67.8 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	80.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	90.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	100.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	106.7 dB
Warranty	3
Weight	12.6 lbs / 5.7 kg

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#39 Axiom Audio EP400 v3: $599

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	98.5 dB
Country	Canada
Dimensions	13.75"H x 10.5"W x 16.8"D (349.2 x 266.7 x 426.7 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	10" (254mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 8 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Audioholics
Output SPL at 100 Hz	98.0 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz	90.0 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	94.0 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	97.0 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	99.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	99.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	98.0 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	98.0 dB
Warranty	5
Weight	17.9 lbs / 8.1 kg

Links
- Reddit Search for Axiom Audio EP400 v3
- Direct Speakerranking Link

#40 Roku Subwoofer 9201X: $399

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	94.0 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	United States
Dimensions	11.8"H x 11.8"W x 11.8"D (299.7 x 299.7 x 299.7 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	6.5" (165mm) full-range driver
Driver(s)	(1) 10 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	77.9 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	79.3 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	85.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	92.0 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	95.6 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	95.1 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	93.2 dB
Weight	17.2 lbs / 7.8 kg

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#41 PSB Speakers SubSeries 100: $299

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	93.2 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
Country	Canada
Dimensions	6.37"H x 6.37"W x 7.87"D (161.8 x 161.8 x 199.9 mm)
Discontinued	Yes
Driver	8" (203mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 5.25 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	72.1 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	75.4 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	81.6 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	88.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	93.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	98.3 dB
Warranty	5
Weight	6 lbs / 2.7 kg

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#42 REL Acoustics Tzero MKIII [Amazon]: $599.00

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	89.2 dB
Cabinet Color	black, white
Country	United Kingdom
Dimensions	9.5"H x 8.5"W x 10.5"D (241.3 x 215.9 x 266.7 mm)
Driver	6" (152mm) driver
Driver(s)	(1) 6.5 inch
Enclosure	sealed
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Output SPL at 100 Hz	90.8 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	70.4 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	76.6 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	83.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	89.7 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	91.5 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	92.1 dB
Warranty	3
Weight	15 lbs / 6.8 kg

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