Codec support was praised or framed positively, with reviewers calling out Bluetooth 5.x plus SBC, AAC, and aptX Adaptive support.
Pros: Dust resistance rating, Low-volume performance
Cons: Charging time, Microphone
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Codec support was a positive Android-focused upgrade thanks to Snapdragon Sound and aptX-related benefits, though it is less useful for iPhone owners.
Pros: Bluetooth connection stability, Dust resistance rating
Cons: Wired input, Power bank function
Codec support received a modest positive note because AAC made it more appealing for Apple users.
Pros: Setup simplicity, Water resistance rating
Cons: Smart assistant integration (Alexa, Microphone
Codec support was only mildly positive because Apple users get AAC, while Android and Windows users are limited to SBC.
Pros: Cohesive presentation, Stereo imaging accuracy
Cons: Surround sound simulation, App reliability
Codec support is a limitation, with reviewers calling out AAC/SBC-only or lack of LDAC/LHDC/high-end codec support.
Pros: Latency with TV (lip sync), Price / value for money
Cons: Dust resistance rating, Bluetooth codec support
Bluetooth codec support was criticized as limited, with repeated notes that the speaker only supports SBC and AAC despite its premium price.
Pros: Voice assistant responsiveness, Wi-Fi streaming reliability
Cons: Wired input, Float capability
Codec support was limited; reviewers noted SBC-only or no hi-res codec support, while also framing that as typical for this class.
Pros: Google, Dust resistance rating
Cons: Wired input, Remote control usability
Codec support was a repeated limitation: reviewers noted AAC-only or missing aptX, LDAC, and other high-res Bluetooth options.
Pros: Dust resistance rating, Cohesive presentation
Cons: Speakerphone quality, Microphone
Bluetooth codec support was a weak point where reviewers criticized SBC-only playback and the lack of high-end codecs.
Pros: Bluetooth range, App reliability
Cons: Bluetooth codec support, Omnidirectional sound
Codec support is limited, with one review specifically noting no higher-bitrate codec support.
Pros: Setup simplicity, Latency with TV (lip sync)
Cons: Speakerphone quality, Microphone
Codec support was criticized because the speaker was said to rely on lossy SBC and ACC rather than higher-resolution options.
Pros: Stereo imaging accuracy, Bluetooth range
Cons: Low-volume performance, Water resistance rating