Roskachevo experts conducted a study of new models of portable speakers

Now the overall Roskachevo portable speaker rating consists of 43 models – the experts added 17 new devices. Two new models even made it into the overall top 3. How not to overpay for a portable speaker? What brands you should pay attention to? Roskachestvo experts give answers to these questions.

The test program developed and implemented by Roskachevo in conjunction with international institutions of consumer testing and research quality goods. The results of the fan study are simultaneously communicated to consumers in several countries by organizations similar to Roskachevo.

Stanislav Polubinsky, director of analytical department of Roskachevo.

“Before the study, Roskatchestvo conducted a survey of consumers and found out whether they are willing to sacrifice the sound quality of the speakers for the mobility of the device. The results showed that users prefer sound over mobility: 72.9% of respondents do not want easily portable devices with poor sound quality. A Roskachestvo study found that among the lightest and most portable devices, sound quality can vary widely from model to model. Don’t rely solely on the weight and durability of the device when choosing portable speakers.”

Sony SRS-XB43 is the new leader in Roskatchestvo’s portable speaker rating

Despite the portability, Sony SRS-XB43 is no longer can be taken with you “just in case”. The weight of the device – 3 kg, in addition, it has neither a handle for carrying, nor a case included. This is a kind of analog of the fixed audio system, but without the connection to the wires. It’s a great choice for special occasions when you don’t need to carry the speaker around with you all the time like vacation homes or outdoor events . A party with this device will be bright and noisy at any time, and the sound quality will please even the picky listeners.

Best portable speaker manufacturers

The top five best portable speakers from Roskachestvo were made by 4 brands: Sony, JBL, Fender and Audio Pro. For example, the speakers from Sony and JBL are scattered all over the rating, from the top five to the bottom. This suggests that when choosing a speaker you should not rely only on the brand: one manufacturer can be both successful and unsuccessful models. In addition, the model lines can vary greatly in design, price, features and battery.

Conclusions of Roskachestvo experts: how to choose a portable speaker?

The main parameters of the choice could be: weight, size, power, design, backlighting, battery, protection from water and dust, the strength of the speaker, the ease of carrying. Accordingly, depending on the specific purpose of use, certain criteria will come to the foreground. For example, if you want to carry the speaker often, take it with you on trips, on a hike, to the beach, and so on, the key parameters for you will be the weight, resistance to moisture and dust, a comfortable handle for carrying, high durability and high-capacity battery. If you want to use the speaker at home, moving it from room to room, the emphasis should be on the power, design, connectivity to other devices. There are no universal recommendations for the choice. Except – do not overpay for unnecessary features and characteristics.

So if you plan to take the speaker in a trip or often move around with it, it is better to choose a light and compact model up to 500 grams . JBL GO 3, Sony SR-XB23, LG XBOOM Go PL2 or JBL Clip 4 are good for that. With the exception of the XBOOM Go PL2, they are also suitable for smaller parties. If the problem of transportation is not acute, you can pick up a heavier and more oversized device, which, more often, will be able to give a better and louder sound. The best choice here will be Sony SRS-XB43, but as an alternative – proven models of past years: Fender Newport or Marshall Kilburn II. For convenient sorting, use the filters rating Roskachestvo, and if for some reason the portable speakers do not suit you, you can always see the current rating of speakers for home.