Powered Speakers reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 185 Reddit reviews across 18 subreddits and 77 posts to rank the best Powered Speakers brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/BudgetAudiophile, r/StereoAdvice, r/turntables, r/ZReviews, r/Schiit. Top-rated brands include Edifier (4.0/5), JBL (4.4/5), Kanto (4.2/5).
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Reviews185
Subreddits18
Posts77
Brands57
Products67
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#1
Edifier
4.0
(21)
"Not sure who doesn't like edifier, I love them."
"Acho que nessa faixa de preço só a Edifier mesmo"
"A little over € 300 but worth every €."
"For £ 300 I would take this without thinking."
"Edifier has some nice BT bookshelf speakers that are electrical outlet powered."
"Edifiers are probably a safe bet with optimized investment for the purpose."
"I just got some Edifiers for $160 for my editing setup that sound pretty good for compact size."
"Edifer R1280t will work great with that set up."
"Edifier is right there for a bit more and worth it."
"I just ordered a pair of refurb edifier 1280ts for 80 bucks canadian, and a sub can be added to them if I feel the need."
#2
JBL
4.4
(15)
"...get a nice pair of studio monitors like the JBL 305P, Thomann Swisssonic, or Kali LP-6."
"[JBL305P MK2](https://a.co/d/2C4WM60)"
"I use the JBL 306p mk2 I got for $280 shipping included. They are all around the best monitors I've heard for under a $1000 without a sub."
"I use a pair of JBL LSR305's (the previous gen of the LSR 305P MK11) paired with a LSR310S sub. The 305's sounded great even without it."
"At that price, I’d go with a set of JBL 305P MkII speakers at their current sale price"
"Almost ever event in Aus uses JBL speakers, not sure if that means they're the best, but made me get them and they are amazing."
"Alternatives are JBL Eon One Compact 8 or the Bose S1 Pro Plus 6."
"JBL."
"JBL."
"How do the fives stack up against these other ones i saw? JBL Professional 308P MkII."
#3
Kanto
4.2
(11)
"The Kanto YU2, Jamo S 801 PM, or Audioengine A2+ Wireless would all be within your price range of $350... "
"I'd highly recommend the Kanto YU6."
"My favorite has been the kanto yu2."
"The Kanto YU-6 are solid and will play LOUD if you want them to."
"Kanto and Fluance are other good PC speakers for a bit more money."
"Kanto TUK $800"
"Those Kanto speakers would work fine, if that's where you're leaning."
"Kanto
Fluance Ai61"
"Consumer grade speakers like Fluance Ai41, Ai61 or Kanto YU6."
"I’m using Kanto Yus with a cheap $15 Amazon dac for the time being with no sub and it’s been working ok for me."
#4
Klipsch
4.6
(9)
"There are some excellent powered bookshelf speakers in that range such as the KEF LSX II, Klipsch the Sevens, PSB Alpha iQ... "
"Get the Fives."
"That Klipsch pro media stuff is great."
"I use The Fives for my PC/TV/Music set up. Love them."
"[Klipsch The Fives with HDMI Arc](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08QRTJ6FB/ref=dp_cr_wdg_tit_rfb) - Over budget but if you're ready to pay 500 for powered speakers might as well spend a little more."
"$349 have a built in phono preamp."
"If you really want powered then I’d say the R51PM are probably good enough."
"For acoustic fidelity or kanto yu6's for more bass."
"In that price range i really like the Klipsch The Fives."
#5
Kali Audio
4.7
(7)
"Assuming you mean for desktop use, the Kali LP-UNF. They will be $249 on Black Friday."
"These - [Kali LP-UNF](https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1802277-REG/kali_audio_lp_unf_4_inch_2_way_powered.html?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&smpm=ba_f2_lar&lsft=BI%3A6879&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA3JCvBhA8EiwA4kujZg7ASj54Rvpvk2bBfn9O0qQ-ctWNISnFU6EUPXJSLHgQT7OGKqa13BoCR1IQAvD_BwE)"
"For the money, Kali monitors prob best all of these."
"Kali Audio LP6v2 are the best sounding (169 each)"
"Kali LP-6 V2 are about $340/pair."
"The 8-inch Kalis will be about a grand a pair."
"Maybe check out the Kali Audio monitors… they’re substantially cheaper than the Genelecs."
#6
Audioengine
4.4
(7)
"I kept coming back to AudioEngine and pulled the trigger on the A5+. Got the A5+ for $399 out the door."
"Audioengine A5+. I've had mine five years now and love them."
"I'm a big fan of Audioengine. The A5+ are great."
"I have a bunch of Audioengine stuff and I'm a big fan."
"I definitely like the style of the Audioengine HD lineup best."
"Audioengine."
"AUdioengine 5s?"
#7
Fluance
4.0
(7)
"There are also Fluance Ai41, but they are $250, unless they go on sale around now."
"New low budget: Fluance RT82 > $16 [Kinter Phono]"
"[Fluance Ai41](https://www.fluance.com/powered-5-inch-stereo-bookshelf-speakers-walnut)"
"The Fluance RT82 is a good value for $300."
"Consumer grade speakers like Fluance Ai41, Ai61 or Kanto YU6."
"Consumer grade speakers like Fluance Ai41, Ai61 or Kanto YU6."
"Fluance Ai61 are good sounding and have the most options for connections (299)"
#8
Vanatoo
4.2
(6)
"Vanatoo Transparent Zero. ~$350, meets all listed criteria including size, and they sound fantastic for the size and price."
"Vanatoo Transparent Zero Plus, $450."
"Vanatoo T0 is what I have for desktops."
"You could arguably replace then with Vanatoo T1 if there is room behind the speakers and your desk is reasonably large."
"Vanatoo T0"
"Vanatoo T0!"
#9
KEF
5.0
(5)
"If your budget allows, I’d go with Kef LSX II , it pretty much has everything you want and sound very very good."
"KEF LSX are the way"
"KEF LXS II LT are currently on sale for $900 and they are one of my favorite compact powered speakers."
"There are some excellent powered bookshelf speakers in that range such as the KEF LSX II, Klipsch the Sevens, PSB Alpha iQ... "
"KEF LSX ll $1k Crutchfield sale."
#10
Genelec
4.8
(5)
"I use Genelec 8020D powered desktop speakers. They are independently powered and signaled, so you can just buy one now and one later when your budget allows."
"I would always go for active speakers to Genelec. The difference to other consumer grade active speakers in the same price range is huge."
"Anything from Genelec. Handmade in Finland!"
"I have Genelec active speakers with your same set up."
"Genelec gas already been mentioned."
#11
Neumi
4.4
(5)
"Check out Neumi BS5P-ARC."
"Not pretty speakers, but they are the best under $200, new atleast."
"Neumi BS5P-ARC or Hivi OS-10."
"5.25" Neumi BS5P $139."
"$139 with Bluetooth and a remote."
#12
QSC
4.4
(5)
"QSC K12.2's or RCF 912A's."
"QSC K8.2 they're just perfect."
"EV, QSC, RCF, Yamaha, Presonus."
"QSC K12.2 with a sub... I know a lot of people use Beringers... I hate them."
"QSC is pretty legit for personal and professional uses"
#13
RCF
4.3
(4)
"If you can, get satellites and build yourself one or two MTH 30."
"RCF 910AX. Sounds good, luggable and has a built in mixer with eq for your mic."
"RCF ART Series could a good choice for example the 932."
"EV, QSC, RCF, Yamaha, Presonus."
#14
Adam
4.0
(4)
"Adam t5v are great if you can find a used pair or stretch your budget"
"T5v if you can fit them."
"T5v are awesome. I went up to the a5x but dollar for dollar can’t compare really."
"Adam T5V or Swan D1090"
#15
Fluance Ai61
5.0
(3)
"I would recommend the Fluance Ai61."
"Fluance Ai61."
"Fluance Ai61."
#16
Klipsch The Fives
5.0
(3)
"Klipsch The Fives."
"I got The Fives by Klipsch and they’re unreal."
"I have Klipsch The Fives, and I really like them."
#17
Adam Audio
4.7
(3)
"Adam audio is very respected brand among producers and djs all over the world. Their A7 series has been awarded many times over. They are a top tier Studio speaker production company."
"Adam Audio T5V"
"I think I just set everything to as loud as I could possibly want it, (Magni ~3/4 up, and Speakers probably around the same.) then left the speakers there."
#18
IK Multimedia
4.3
(3)
"ILoud micro or MTM if you can afford them. I have a pair, the producer I know has 6. They'll last a life time."
"ILoud Micro Monitors"
"It's better for buying iLoud MM if you don't mind white noises."
#19
PSB Alpha AM5
4.3
(3)
"The PSB AM5 sound amazing for the price and have built in phono."
"* PSB Alpha AM5"
"I certainly have a lot of respect for PSB and love their sound."
#20
Electro-Voice
4.3
(3)
"If you can find a few more dollars, get an EV Evolve 30M. Will handle everything you want it for, packs up extra small and has a mixer."
"EV, QSC, RCF, Yamaha, Presonus."
"I'd say the separate speakers - EV makes good gear."
#21
PSB
4.0
(3)
"PSB AM3 $500"
"PSB Alpha AM5 $600"
"That great Alpha sound with truly good DSP modes and very modern connections from the reviews I have read."
#22
Bose
3.7
(3)
"Bose s1 pro has been awesome for me."
"Bose S1 Pro"
"Alternatives are JBL Eon One Compact 8 or the Bose S1 Pro Plus 6."
#23
Everse
4.5
(2)
"Everse 8 or 12 is the best hands down."
"EV Everse 12 or 8 if you want small."
#24
Kali LP6
4.5
(2)
"Kali lp6"
"I suggest a pair of kali audio lp6, or a pair of 305p (a little bit worse)."
#25
Presonus
4.5
(2)
"Grab the biggest you can afford from the Presonus Eris series."
"If you want studio monitors then get PreSonos Eris."
#26
Neumann
4.5
(2)
"Second the Neumis."
"On the larger budget, Neumann, Genelec and Dynaudio are good options."
#27
Edifier S350DB
4.5
(2)
"You're going to have a hard time beating the Edifier s350DB 2.1 system for that price"
"Edifier S350DB 2.1 - $390."
#28
Mackie
3.0
(3)
"I had some powered makie 15s worked pretty well. Matched with a sub, it was good."
"I have the Mackie CR4-X (limited edition with grey instead of green) in my home office / gaming setup and they are great!"
"Whatever you do, avoid the Mackie CR3X. They sound muddy as hell and to call them studio monitors is an absolute joke."
#29
Micca
4.0
(2)
"Was considering: Micca PB42X Powered Bookshelf Speakers."
"Another solid option thats especially good if you'd prefer smaller over larger. Micca pb42x."
#30
Kanto YU4
4.0
(2)
"Look for KANTO YU4."
"Kanto is what you are looking for."
#31
Edifier R1280DBS
4.0
(2)
"Edifer R1280DBS or Edifier R1850DB are pretty good for the money."
"Edifier 1280DBS have a built in phono pre-amp."
#32
Yamaha
4.0
(2)
"EV, QSC, RCF, Yamaha, Presonus."
"My favs, Yamaha, any. M-Audio rocks too, check BX8 D3, they run below 150$/each."
#33
ELAC
4.0
(2)
"Elac ConneX might fit the bill."
"Elac ConneX $480."
#34
KEF LSX II LT
4.0
(2)
"* KEF LSX II LT"
"On the upper end of your budget is the KEF LSXii Lt."
#35
Kanto YU6
4.0
(2)
"Kanto YU6."
"Kanto YU6 are a good choice."
#36
Elac
4.0
(2)
"Honestly those 2 with the Kef LSX and some others like the SVS Prime Wireless would make for a good video on active smart speakers."
"ELAC Debut Connex"
#37
Jamo
5.0
(1)
"For my WFH desk setup I bought the Jamo S801PM and the corresponding Jamo S808 Subwoofer for ~$250 (Amazon/USA). I love it."
#38
Fosi
5.0
(1)
"The FOSI ZD3 is an excellent recommendation."
#39
Dali
5.0
(1)
"Im using the Dali Zensor 1 ax. Love them!"
#40
Soundboks
5.0
(1)
"Soundboks seems to be the best option out there, but pricing seems a bit steep. You get the loudest DB in battery-powered s"
#41
Yorkville
5.0
(1)
"I often rent the Yorkville EXM mobile speakers. The battery life is awesome."
#42
KRK
4.0
(1)
"I already have a pair of KRKs that I use for production."
#43
Bang & Olufsen
4.0
(1)
"B&O makes some great powered speakers that could be had for quite cheap (if you don’t mind older models)."
#44
Kali
4.0
(1)
"You can't really go wrong with Kalis LP-6 or Adams T5V here."
#45
Andover
4.0
(1)
"[Andover SpinBase Max] is a Bluetooth type speaker."
#46
IK Multimedia Iloud Micro
4.0
(1)
"Iloud Micro."
#47
Dutch & Dutch
4.0
(1)
"The best powered speakers (Dutch & Dutch, Neumann, KEF, etc) compare very well to passives."
#48
The Fives
4.0
(1)
"The fives are on sale right now for under $500."
#49
YU
4.0
(1)
"Your turntable already has a phono preamp built-in so you could even go with YU to save on costs."
#50
Audioengine A5+
4.0
(1)
"Great speakers at that pricepoint none the less."
#51
Kanto Powered Speakers
4.0
(1)
"Maybe check out these: Kanto Powered Speakers."
#52
Fluance Bookshelf Speakers
4.0
(1)
"Fluance Bookshelf Amplifier."
#53
Monoprice Encore B5
4.0
(1)
"Monoprice Encore B5 $100."
#54
Kanto Passive Speakers
4.0
(1)
"Just got those passive kantos. They sound pretty good."
#55
BS5P-ARC
4.0
(1)
"For $200 i would skip the subwoofer and just get the BS5P-ARC."
#56
Lone Pine
3.0
(1)
"What I'd suggest would be their Independence."
#57
Jamo S801 PM
3.0
(1)
"Shat about the Jamo s801 pm."
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