Name: Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen)
Brand: Bang & Olufsen
SKU: 72321aea-408b-49d0-b6e0-6a098d5132c0
Price: 188.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 8.8 (2709 reviews)

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The Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen) Bluetooth speaker is a highly portable and durable speaker that is perfect for outdoor activities such as cam... more

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Experts prefer Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen) over Tribit Stormbox Blast

On 4 Sep 2024 (3 days ago) we went through 98 Bluetooth Speaker expert endorsements .

Currently, Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen) received 3 endorsements from WIRED (17 Aug 2024), Popular Mechanics (2 Dec 2022) and What Hi-Fi (12 Aug 2024). Meanwhile, Tribit Stormbox Blast did not receive any endorsements this month.

Rank	Change	Price	Bluetooth Speaker	TechHive	PCMag	SoundGuys	WIRED	Tom's Guide	Rtings.com	TechRadar	Popular Mechanics	What Hi-Fi	Digital Trends
10	-6	$189	Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen) A good-looking speaker that produces beautiful acoustics. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and can be paired with multiple devices.	-	-	-	13	-	-	-	7	4	-
N/A	N/A	$200	Tribit Stormbox Blast	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

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Endorsement summary:

On 17 Aug 2024 WIRED ranked Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen) as #13

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#13 out of 13 Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen)
Elegant Accessory

Source: www.wired.com
On 2 Dec 2022 Popular Mechanics ranked Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen) as #7

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#7 out of 10 Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen)
Sleek Design

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Source: www.popularmechanics.com

On 12 Aug 2024

What Hi-Fi ranked Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen) as #4

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#4 out of 8	Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen)	One of the weightiest and most refined little speakers we’ve ever heard.
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Source: www.whathifi.com

MetaRanking Common points from expert reviews summarized.

As can be seen below, Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen) is mentioned by key experts in Sep 2024, while Tribit Stormbox Blast is not.

Rank	Change	Price	Bluetooth Speaker	TechHive	PCMag	SoundGuys	WIRED	Tom's Guide	Rtings.com	TechRadar	Popular Mechanics	What Hi-Fi	Digital Trends
1	-	$180	JBL Charge 5 The JBL Charge 5 is highly praised for its improved sound quality, robust design, and long battery life, though it faces criticism for lacking an AUX port and having connectivity issues with the JBL app.	-	-	1	-	6	-	6	-	1	-
2	+19	$143	Sonos Roam 2	-	-	-	2	5	-	1	-	-	4
3	-1	$423	Sonos Move 2 The Sonos Move 2 is lauded for its superior sound quality, extended battery life, and robust design, making it a versatile choice for both indoor and outdoor use, though its high price and size may limit its appeal for some users.	5	-	2	-	1	-	-	-	-	5
4	+2	$380	JBL Xtreme 4	-	-	-	-	4	-	5	-	5	2
5	+3	$150	Beats Pill	-	8	-	12	-	-	-	-	-	1
6	-1	$100	JBL Flip 6 The JBL Flip 6 is a durable and powerful portable Bluetooth speaker with a long battery life, PartyBoost feature, and water and dust resistance.	-	-	-	-	-	-	3	-	2	8
7	New *	$80	JBL Clip 5	-	-	5	5	-	-	2	-	-	-
8	-1	$74	Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 is a highly portable and durable Bluetooth speaker with well-balanced sound quality, long battery life, and an environmentally friendly design, making it perfect for outdoor activities, travel, and parties.	-	-	-	-	2	4	-	-	-	7
9	-6	$60	Tribit StormBox Micro 2 The Tribit StormBox Micro 2 is a durable and waterproof portable Bluetooth speaker with powerful sound, long battery life, and versatile connectivity options.	-	-	-	6	-	-	-	-	3	9
10	-6	$189	Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd gen) A good-looking speaker that produces beautiful acoustics. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and can be paired with multiple devices.	-	-	-	13	-	-	-	7	4	-
11	+16	$399	Bose SoundLink Max	-	-	-	10	-	-	8	-	-	12
12	-2	$80	Anker Soundcore Motion 300	-	3	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	3
13	-2	$165	Ultimate Ears MegaBoom 3 The Ultimate Ears MegaBoom 3 is a durable and waterproof portable Bluetooth speaker with a boomy sound profile, 360-degree design, impressive battery life, and good Bluetooth connectivity, making it perfect for outdoor activities and adventures.	-	-	-	-	3	3	-	-	-	-
14	-2	$200	Soundcore Motion X600	4	-	3	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
20	-1	Check price	Ultimate Ears Epicboom The Ultimate Ears Epicboom is a highly praised Bluetooth speaker that offers impressive sound quality, durability, and portability, making it suitable for various listening needs.	-	-	-	-	-	2	9	-	-	-
21	-1	$247	Marshall Middleton The Marshall Middleton Bluetooth Speaker is a durable and portable speaker with balanced and powerful sound quality, a long battery life, and Bluetooth 5.1 technology, making it perfect for outdoor use and easy to transport for everyday use.	3	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	10
22	+1	$80	Tribit Stormbox Flow The Tribit StormBox Flow Bluetooth Speaker is a versatile and feature-rich speaker with impressive sound quality, long battery life, portability, durability, and connectivity, making it perfect for outdoor adventures, travel, gatherings, and everyday use.	-	-	-	4	-	-	7	-	-	-
23	+1	$700	JBL Authentics 500	7	-	-	-	-	6	-	-	-	-
24	+2	$399	Ultimate Ears Hyperboom A beast of a speaker that is built for parties	-	-	-	11	7	-	-	-	-	-
25	-	$699	Soundboks Go The Soundboks Go is a powerful and durable portable Bluetooth speaker designed for outdoor use, with a maximum volume output of 121 decibels in Bass+ mode, weather resistance rating of IP65, and a variable battery life of up to 40 hours.	8	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	11
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [27]

91

Total expert reviews: 27

with a score: 17
without a score: 10

Highest score by What Hi-Fi	100
Average score based on 27 reviews	91
Lowest score by Stereo Guide	80

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
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0-20

Expert reviews [11]

84

Total expert reviews: 11

with a score: 5
without a score: 6

Highest score by TechRadar	90
Average score based on 11 reviews	84
Lowest score by Tom's Guide	80

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20

From Seller:

Sound bigger than it looks: A peak power of 2x140 watts contained in a sleek, small speaker. Beosound A1 brings soul-stirring sound to any trip.
Waterproof for life's thrills and spills: Share your soundtrack on the go. A durable, wireless speaker designed for life on the road, chilled pool holidays or a hectic home life.
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From Seller:

Best Wireless Boombox - CNET
Body-shaking XBass Tech: Providing a distortion-free, rich, and balanced sound, Tribit StormBox Blast is powerful 90w portable speaker you need; Press the XBass to pump the bass and feel the body-shaking experience of the StormBox Blast.
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