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AmazonBasics Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Black
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.0
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
1000
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
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396 meters
SIZE
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Sound Quality
409music, sound quality, loud, sounds, little speaker
+85%
-15%
" ... This little speaker is plenty loud and has a perfectly acceptable sound quality for the price. ... "
" ... I needed a speaker for my Kindle Fire H8 (7th generation) because the built-in sound quality is sadly not up to par. ... This little speaker is awesome! ... Sound quality is excellent (loud)! ... "
" ... I listen to rock (Tom Petty Radio) and talk. ... "
" ... The sound quality is not super great, so if you are especially particular about your music, go for a better brand. ... "
" ... Its loud enough to hear and the battery last quiet long. ... "
" ... Incredible sound from a perfect small device! ... "
" ... I use this product every day to listen to Audible books and music. ... I thought that for the price tag that it was going to be horrible as far as the sound quality goes, but when I took the speaker out of the box and charged it and connected thespeaker to my echo dot I was surprised at the sound quality. ... The richness of the sound is truly awesome. ... I also use this speaker while I'm outside. ... I love this little speaker. ... "
" ... Nice item small but sounds good. ... "
Volume
203loud, volume, small, little speaker, room
+82%
-18%
" ... This little speaker is plenty loud and has a perfectly acceptable sound quality for the price. ... "
" ... This little speaker is awesome! ... Sound quality is excellent (loud)! ... "
" ... Its loud enough to hear and the battery last quiet long. ... "
" ... I needed a small speaker for my office at work. ... "
" ... I love this little speaker. ... "
" ... You're not getting high fidelity here, just a good small cheap set of speakers. ... "
" ... For what I paid, there's no better speaker. ... "
" ... This is an amazing little speaker!! ... It has a great sound quality and gets plenty loud. ... "
Price
191speaker, money, worth, pay, value
+92%
-8%
" ... For the price you pay, this is not a bad speaker. ... "
" ... Otherwise this is a decent purchase for the price range. ... "
" ... works very well for the price paid - would buy again. ... "
" ... Very good for the cost. ... "
" ... Great quality for the price, otherwise. ... "
" ... I thought that for the price tag that it was going to be horrible as far as the sound quality goes, but when I took the speaker out of the box and charged it and connected thespeaker to my echo dot I was surprised at the sound quality. ... "
" ... But like i said 3X the price. ... "
" ... Very impressive speaker for the money. ... "
Bluetooth
106speaker, blue tooth, pair, connects, paired
+75%
-25%
" ... I wasn’t looking for anything special outside a durable Bluetooth speaker when I bought this guy. ... "
" ... I bought a different bluetooth speaker for about 3 times the price and it sounds awesome. ... "
" ... The Bluetooth works well too, but can only go through so many walls, as it is with any Bluetooth device. ... "
" ... This portable blue-tooth speakes worked well. ... "
" ... The pairing for Bluetooth is really easy. ... "
" ... It connects easily to my phone or computer via bluetooth. ... "
" ... This bluetooth speaker doesn't perform to the same level as much more expensive and bigger products from Bose and JBL etc. ... "
" ... I'm not all that experienced with Bluetooth use, but this is working great. ... "
Device Compatibility
106bluetooth, connect, alexa, echo dot, music
+78%
-22%
" ... I needed a small speaker for my office at work. ... It was easy to connect to my iPhone X and has worked wonders ever since! ... "
" ... I am using this one for the car to amplify my phone and for spoken word, it is fine. ... "
" ... It's easy to pair with my phone and laptop too. ... "
" ... I play it from my laptop, phone, and tablets all the time. ... "
" ... It connects easily to my phone or computer via bluetooth. ... "
" ... However, it's just fine as a means of generating better sound quality than weak laptop speakers or the speaker built into most cellphones (iPhones included). ... "
" ... I use on my laptop and like it. ... "
" ... Perfect for my needs, amplifying my laptop and phone audio. ... "
Battery Life
96battery, battery life, lasts, speaker, hours
+88%
-13%
" ... The battery lasts like 3 months and the sound is like 7/10. ... "
" ... Good battery life. ... "
" ... Charge last for many hours! ... "
" ... Battery lasts a long time ... "
" ... I haven't run it out of battery yet and I usually use it for a few hours at a time. ... "
" ... It syncs to my phone nicely and the battery life is unreal. ... "
" ... The battery life is long, too. ... "
" ... Battery life seems excellent. ... "
Size
73portable, speaker, size, compact, sounds
+99%
-1%
" ... I needed a small speaker for my office at work. ... "
" ... I like the compact size, I throw it in my purse and take it to work with me ... "
" ... Puts out surprisingly good sound for its size. ... "
" ... It is portable, light weight, loud enough for a room, car, kitchen, and the quality is good. ... "
" ... Great sound for such a small, inexpensive speaker. ... "
" ... I tried out 6 portable speakers: ... • MuveAcoustics Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Loudest Wireless Stereo Sound for Home and Travel, Blue ... "
" ... Very small, easy to transport and use. ... "
" ... small portable with a good sound. ... "
Charging
70speaker, charging, charges, charging cord, longer
+47%
-53%
" ... Is there any way to get another charging cord for power? ... The small end of my cord fell off, so the speaker is useless without another charging cord. ... "
" ... Metal piece where you plug in the cord to charge it broke after last than a year of use. ... "
" ... I just received it today , I'm happy with it but the bad news is,, it did not come with charging cable also there is no instruction book so if you please send me details how to use it and if it's possible mail me a cord for charging, thanks ... "
" ... Stopped charging a month after purchase. ... "
" ... I am not sure if my speaker has a bug/issue, but it will not charge above 10% battery. ... "
" ... It snt get charge again, just turn on a red light, but no work ... "
" ... However, just days outside of the return window, the charging port popped itself inside the speaker when I went to plug it in. ... The speaker's battery is now dead with no way to charge it and it's completely useless. ... "
" ... Comes with a really short charging cord and battery doesn't last long. ... "
Product Reliability
58speaker, weeks, stopped working, working, lasted
+22%
-78%
" ... Makes it completely unusable. ... "
" ... The only thing I don’t like is that you have to remember to switch it off rather than it turning itself off after a certain length of time with no audio input. ... "
" ... After 6 months, it stopped working. ... "
" ... Stopped charging a month after purchase. ... "
" ... I could only use this speaker 1 month. ... "
" ... It stopped working about seven weeks after I purchased it and after the return period was over. ... "
" ... After recharging after using successfully for a few days, the speaker wouldn't work . ... "
" ... Lasted less than six months and the sound went to crap. ... "
Ease of Use
53easy, easy to set, easy to connect, use, sound and easy
+92%
-8%
" ... Super easy to use. ... "
" ... Very small, easy to transport and use. ... "
" ... It plays clearly and it was super easy to connect. ... "
" ... Light and easy to use. ... "
" ... easy to use. ... "
" ... The device pairing is pretty easy. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... East to setup and connect. ... "
Capacity
48speaker, office, small, garage, rooms
+92%
-8%
" ... I needed a small speaker for my office at work. ... "
" ... Perfect for the house and the office, we use it for bbq’s in the backyard too. ... "
" ... This is perfect for my sons bedroom. ... "
" ... It is portable, light weight, loud enough for a room, car, kitchen, and the quality is good. ... "
" ... Perfect for small construction sites range could be extended ... "
" ... After sitting in my shop ... "
" ... Use it in the bath. ... "
" ... You can't sit too far away beyond 20ft or more and hear clearly. ... "
Bass
36speaker, loud, treble, rich, sound quality
+89%
-11%
" ... I can really hear the bass and the sound from this speaker. ... "
" ... Bass response is a bit on the weak side but at this price level this small bluetooth speaker is still decent vale for money. ... "
" ... Good enough sound and has some bass. ... "
" ... • Bluetooth Speaker,LFS Wireless Speaker Portable Loud Stereo Sound 10W Rich Bass 80ft Bluetooth Range,MP3 Mini Speaker Bluetooth ... "
" ... Sound range is too quiet with lows & too loud with highs. ... "
" ... the tones are really good on this thing (rich bass, clear treble). ... "
" ... Bass is decent for small size. ... "
" ... Im not too concerned with things like bass or whatever. ... "
Call quality
28hear, music, listening, listen, calls
+75%
-25%
" ... I listen to rock (Tom Petty Radio) and talk. ... "
" ... I am using this one for the car to amplify my phone and for spoken word, it is fine. ... "
" ... I enjoy taking calls from it when I need it. ... "
" ... Great as a means of having a better speakerphone experience. ... "
" ... You can't sit too far away beyond 20ft or more and hear clearly. ... "
" ... The residents love listening to the oldies on it. ... "
" ... You can also use it to make calls via Bluetooth because of the integrated microphone and the speaker allows for two way conversations through a linked phone. ... "
" ... Decent sound and the mic is great for hands-free calls when I'm busy. ... "
Marketplace
27works, order, described, replacement, pictured
+63%
-37%
" ... It works as described. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... One of the best purchases I have made on Amazon! ... "
" ... Another home run for Amazon. ... "
" ... Will order again. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Ordered on a Friday got it on Saturday ... "
" ... I figured I couldn't go wrong Amazon to Amazon. ... "
As Gift
21bought, christmas, loved, christmas present, loves
+100%
" ... I bought this as a gift and the recipient loves it. ... "
" ... Bought as a Christmas gift for teenage granddaughter & Son ... "
" ... Will definitely buy again and would make a great gift. ... "
" ... I bought this as a Christmas White Elephant gift. ... "
" ... Great gift option! ... "
" ... Bought as a gift. ... "
" ... Gave them as gifts. ... "
" ... I bought it for a stocking stuffer for kids and teens. ... "
Returns
21return, replacement, sent, return window, refund
+19%
-81%
" ... Hoping to get a refund or replacement from Amazon. ... "
" ... Don't waste your time buying this, you'll only be disappointed and have to return it. ... "
" ... When we went to return it, we were sad to see we were mere days outside of the return time allowed (30 days) and now we've wasted our money. ... "
" ... It stopped working about seven weeks after I purchased it and after the return period was over. ... "
" ... service person sent a new one, but it didn't work also, so both were returned. ... "
" ... So I had returned it for a refund, unfortunately I had to pay $6.50 for the shipping. ... "
" ... Went to return it and see I’m already passed my “return window.” Frustrating. ... Only had it two months, it doesn’t work and I can’t return it? ... "
" ... Does not charge or work , and amazons return policy is not even worth the refund ... "
Build Quality
20cheap, broke, piece, feels, feel
+50%
-50%
" ... Metal piece where you plug in the cord to charge it broke after last than a year of use. ... "
" ... I didn't use it in a rough manner, it just sat on the counter, and the little piece just came loose. ... "
" ... Used the speaker a couple of times and the charging port broke. ... "
" ... have cracked or something. ... "
" ... My only gripe is that it feels cheaply made compared to the first generation AmazonBasic speaker we already have. ... "
" ... Not enough to feel like it's broken, but enough to feel frustrated with it. ... "
" ... the plug in broke & fell into the speaker. ... "
" ... The black only lasted two months, then the charger hole broke. ... "
Setup
18instructions, set, easy to set, easy to connect, sound quality
+83%
-17%
" ... It plays clearly and it was super easy to connect. ... "
" ... Listened all day and never need to charge. ... "
" ... Set up was easy and the sound quality is unbelievable. ... "
" ... East to setup and connect. ... "
" ... easy to set up ... "
" ... Easy set up, no frills, does what I need it to do. ... "
" ... EASY to set up. ... "
For Kids
18bought, music, loves, kid, son
+94%
-6%
" ... This was a cheap fun toy for me ... "
" ... Wife enjoys it. ... "
" ... I bought it for my daughter and she loves it. ... "
" ... Bought this for my daughter and she loves it! ... "
" ... Kids love it for their bedroom, which is nice that I didn't have to spend a bunch of money for enterainment :) ... "
" ... Grandson loves it. ... "
" ... Bought 2, for my niece and nephew and they like it! ... "
" ... This was for a 12 year old boy, he’s very pleased with it. ... "
Cables
18cord, speaker, plug, charging cord, charging
+39%
-61%
" ... The small end of my cord fell off, so the speaker is useless without another charging cord. ... "
" ... Metal piece where you plug in the cord to charge it broke after last than a year of use. ... "
" ... I just received it today , I'm happy with it but the bad news is,, it did not come with charging cable also there is no instruction book so if you please send me details how to use it and if it's possible mail me a cord for charging, thanks ... "
" ... Speakers are terrible, you don't even a 3.5mm cable and the volume in a small enclosed isn't loud. ... "
" ... It came with a USB cable and one end plugged into the speaker, but the other end came with a USB plug which didn't fit my phone or tablet. ... I called Amazon and no one could tell me what other cable I needed. ... One lay told me that the cable goes into an adapter but she couldn't tell me what adapter. ... "
" ... I had to play with the cord(moving the cord left,right,up or down)until I find the way for the speaker to start charging. ... "
" ... the plug in broke & fell into the speaker. ... "
" ... I bought the cable with 2 male ends for connection (on Amazon too) I don't think my phone or my laptop has blue tooth. ... It does include the cable for charging, connecting to the cell phone or laptop though. ... "
Controls
16buttons, button, speaker, song, skip
+50%
-50%
" ... The only thing I don’t like is that you have to remember to switch it off rather than it turning itself off after a certain length of time with no audio input. ... "
" ... The only thing I don't like about it is that there's a switch on the back that you have to turn it off with. ... "
" ... The sound also sometimes just cuts out altogether, and I have to pause & restart whatever I am watching or listening to to get the volume back on. ... "
" ... There should be a way to disable the ring volume and speakerphone if you only want to use it for music. ... "
" ... Does it let me skip tracks/stop playing? ... I can't seem to get it to work, and yet the instructions and buttons *seem* to imply that I can. ... "
" ... Anyway when i finally upgraded my phone and paired it a couple weeks ago, i find out the volume button do not control the volume at all. ... "
" ... The buttons on the top often don't work and, although there are only 4, I still find myself confused as to what they do. ... "
Delivery
16small package, small, arrived on time, arrived, sounds
+94%
-6%
" ... arrived on time and works great. ... "
" ... It arrived on time and sounds good for the price. ... "
" ... Great audio in a small package ... "
" ... Ordered on a Friday got it on Saturday ... "
" ... I was surprised at the quality of sound delivered by this small box . ... "
" ... I am getting the AmazonBasics Soundbar 2.1 to use in my room and will compare the two items upon arrival. ... "
" ... Great sounds in a small package. ... "
" ... "good things come in small packages". ... "
Design
15feel, red, cheap, light, feels
+67%
-33%
" ... I’m pleased with the sound quality and with the look. ... "
" ... Sleek design and good color selection . ... "
" ... its a lot deeper more apple red. ... "
" ... Looks even better than pictured. ... "
" ... Admittedly, the latter looks nicer and feels more substantial. ... "
" ... The materials feel decent. ... "
" ... I think it's kind of cute too. ... "
Network
13feet away, feet, 5 feet, speaker, sounds
+62%
-38%
" ... The speaker gets the job done fine and it has a decent range. ... "
" ... I’ve had this speaker for years and it’s still going relatively strong. ... "
" ... Perfect for small construction sites range could be extended ... "
" ... I use it all the time and it has pretty decent range. ... "
" ... I might get a couple more for around the house. ... "
" ... Will it bring the house down? ... "
" ... Has great range. ... "
" ... Not sure it connects well over 20 feet but the sound under 20 feet is great. ... "
Water Resistance
13beach, shower, pool, water, hear
+92%
-8%
" ... Users it and abused it at the beach all summer , still works great ... "
" ... We take it to the beach, parties, etc. ... "
" ... I've used this in my home, in my backpack while cycling, and at the beach. ... "
" ... Awesome for the beach ... "
" ... I bought it for a beach/pool speaker and it's awesome. ... "
" ... Got this to use when we go swimming. ... It plays extremely clear and loud enough through 3 kids splashing in the pool. ... "
" ... I use this everyday, but only because my soundcore mini got water spilled on it—- it works well but sound quality wasn’t as rich as I’d want. ... "
" ... I can use it in the bathroom and hear it clearly over the shower. ... "
Ports
11usb, speaker, cord, charging port, cable
+36%
-64%
" ... Used the speaker a couple of times and the charging port broke. ... "
" ... It came with a USB cable and one end plugged into the speaker, but the other end came with a USB plug which didn't fit my phone or tablet. ... "
" ... Worked great for 9 months until something happened with the micro usb port making it impossible to charge. ... "
" ... Charging port stoped working after ONE use. ... "
" ... Plus the connection port is easily damaged . ... "
" ... Less than a year and the usb charging port broke. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 396 meters
Connectivity
Bluetooth: Yes
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