Experts recommend Audioengine A2 Plus more than Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX
As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer Audioengine A2 Plus over Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX, but both Computer Speakers have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Audioengine A2 Plus received 3 recommendations: from CNET (17 Dec 2024), Laptop Mag (28 Dec 2023) and Digital Trends (27 Apr 2022). By contrast, Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX received only 1 recommendation from Tom's Guide (21 Jun 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Computer Speaker | CNET | TechRadar | Wirecutter | PCMag | Tom's Guide | PC Gamer | SoundGuys | Laptop Mag | Digital Trends | IGN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | - | $279 | Audioengine A2 Plus The Audioengine A2 Plus Computer Speakers are highly regarded for their audio performance, versatility, and range of connectivity options, making them some of the best computer speakers for under $300. | 7 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 7 | 1 | - |
| 34 | N/A | $139 | Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX The Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX is a high-quality computer speaker system that delivers consistent, well-balanced sound suitable for music, movies, and gaming, with a variety of wired connectivity options and compatibility with a range of devices. | - | - | - | - | 4 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 17 Dec 2024
CNET ranked Audioengine A2 Plus as #7 Rank Computer Speaker Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 11 Audioengine A2 Plus Best PC Speaker Sound for under $300... ... ... Source: www.cnet.com - On 28 Dec 2023
Laptop Mag ranked Audioengine A2 Plus as #7 Rank Computer Speaker Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 12 Audioengine A2 Plus Superb computer speakers that are hard to come by... ... ... Source: www.laptopmag.com - On 27 Apr 2022
Digital Trends ranked Audioengine A2 Plus as #1 Rank Computer Speaker Comment #1 out of 6 Audioengine A2 Plus The best computer speakers... ... ... Source: www.digitaltrends.com - On 21 Jun 2024
Tom's Guide ranked Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX as #4 Rank Computer Speaker Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 6 Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX Best 2.1 desktop speakers with subwoofer... ... ... Source: www.tomsguide.com
After counting and adding up the 81 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Audioengine A2 Plus outranks Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX. This is not to say that Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX is a bad option. Like Audioengine A2 Plus, it is recommended by experts, but less.
| Rank | Change | Price | Computer Speaker | CNET | TechRadar | Wirecutter | PCMag | Tom's Guide | PC Gamer | SoundGuys |
Laptop Mag | Digital Trends | IGN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $103 | Logitech Z407 The Logitech Z407 is a compact and affordable speaker system that delivers impressive sound quality, offers both wired and wireless connectivity options, and is highly compatible with a wide range of devices. | 5 | 1 | - | 6 | - | 3 | - | - | 4 | - |
| 2 | - | $236 | Logitech G560 The Logitech G560 computer speakers offer powerful and immersive sound, versatile connectivity options, and customizable RGB lighting, making them a great choice for gamers and music enthusiasts. | - | - | - | - | 5 | 1 | 4 | - | 5 | - |
| 3 | - | $57 | Creative Pebble Pro | - | - |
2 | 2 | - | - | 2 | - | - | 3 |
| 4 | - | $279 | Audioengine A2 Plus The Audioengine A2 Plus Computer Speakers are highly regarded for their audio performance, versatility, and range of connectivity options, making them some of the best computer speakers for under $300. | 7 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 7 | 1 | - |
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Expert reviews [24]
- with a score: 9
- without a score: 15
| Highest score by World of Turntables | 100 |
| Average score based on 24 reviews | 86 |
| Lowest score by Sound and Vision | 70 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
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Expert reviews [15]
- with a score: 6
- without a score: 9
| Highest score by Gadget Review | 91 |
| Average score based on 15 reviews | 81 |
| Lowest score by CNET | 70 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
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| 0-20 |
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