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Audio Pro Living LV2e Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150Audio output power:100.00 WBattery life:?IP rating:?Bluetooth version:?Weight:2900 g

Audio Pro Living LV2e Review: Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
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Score distribution
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Score components

80%

7.0

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–²Better than 68% of portable speakers
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–²Better than 68%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

32%

7.8

Audio

20%

7.1

Battery

18%

6.6

Durability

16%

6.3

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Controls

3%

6.7

Design

3%

5.6

Smart features

â–²Better than 77%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £150
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Audio Pro Living LV2e

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

32%

7.8

Audio

20%

7.1

Battery

18%

6.6

Durability

16%

6.3

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Controls

3%

6.7

Design

3%

5.6

Smart features

7.0
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Audio Pro Living LV2e has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 59.2% of products in this category.
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Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.8
Audio output power
100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 100 W which is higher than that of 88.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.1% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
?
Number of drivers
2
This portable speaker has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
45 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 45 Hz which is lower than that of 70.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.6% of portable speakers.
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Bluetooth connectivity
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth audio. 94.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
?
Maximum Bluetooth range
?
Bluetooth profiles supported
?
Bluetooth LE Audio
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
?
Battery capacity
?
Charging time
?
Maximum charging input power
?
Built-in rechargeable battery
no
This portable speaker does not have a built-in rechargeable battery. 81.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Requires wired mains power and has no built-in rechargeable operating battery.
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IP rating
?
Water resistance
no
This portable speaker is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
?
Waterproof depth rating
?
Drop resistance
?
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On-device controls placement
rear
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Smartphone app control
no
This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control. 54% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
Remote control
yes
This portable speaker includes a remote control. 85.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
no
This portable speaker does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
2,900 g
This portable speaker weighs 2,900 g which is heavier than that of 78.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% of portable speakers.
Height
21 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 21 cm which is taller than that of 79.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.8% of portable speakers.
Width
14.5 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 14.5 cm which is narrower than that of 61.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Depth
18 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 18 cm which is deeper than that of 86.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Carry options
none
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Companion app name
Audio Pro Control
Firmware updates
no
This portable speaker does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Firmware update method
?
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Spotify Connect
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Audio Pro Living LV2e vs the average portable speaker

246810TotalAudioConnectivityBatteryDurabilityControlsDesignSmart features
  • 80 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (100 W vs 20 W).
    100 W vs 20 W
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 2,000 Hz higher maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • Has a power bank function
    This portable speaker has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • 65 ms lower audio latency
    This portable speaker has lower audio latency than the average portable speaker (20 ms vs 85 ms).
    20 ms vs 85 ms
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • 80 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (100 W vs 20 W).
    100 W vs 20 W
  • 2,000 Hz higher maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • 65 ms lower audio latency
    This portable speaker has lower audio latency than the average portable speaker (20 ms vs 85 ms).
    20 ms vs 85 ms
  • 15 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (45 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    45 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Has a power bank function
    This portable speaker has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • 2 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (2 vs 0).
    2 vs 0
  • Includes a remote control
    This portable speaker includes a remote control, while the average portable speaker does not include a remote control.
  • Supports multi-room audio
    This portable speaker supports multi-room audio, while the average portable speaker does not support multi-room audio.
    Supports synchronized multi-room playback.
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • Does not support Bluetooth audio
    This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio.
  • Does not have a built-in rechargeable battery
    This portable speaker does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the average portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery.
    Requires wired mains power and has no built-in rechargeable operating battery.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    5 °C vs 0 °C
  • Fewer Wi-Fi band options
    This portable speaker lists 2.4 GHz for Wi-Fi bands, while the average portable speaker lists 2.4 GHz/5 GHz.
    2.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz/5 GHz
  • Does not have a battery level indicator
    This portable speaker does not have a battery level indicator, while the average portable speaker has a battery level indicator.
  • 4.21x less popular
    Audio Pro Living LV2e is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 66.7% more expensive
    Audio Pro Living LV2e is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£150 vs £90).
    £150 vs £90
  • Does not support Bluetooth audio
    This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio.
  • Fewer Wi-Fi band options
    This portable speaker lists 2.4 GHz for Wi-Fi bands, while the average portable speaker lists 2.4 GHz/5 GHz.
    2.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz/5 GHz
  • Does not have a built-in rechargeable battery
    This portable speaker does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the average portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery.
    Requires wired mains power and has no built-in rechargeable operating battery.
  • Does not have a battery level indicator
    This portable speaker does not have a battery level indicator, while the average portable speaker has a battery level indicator.
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    5 °C vs 0 °C
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 2,100 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (2,900 g vs 800 g).
    2,900 g vs 800 g
  • 9.7 cm deeper
    This portable speaker is deeper than the average portable speaker (18 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    18 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 8.6 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (21 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    21 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 7 older
    This portable speaker was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2012 vs 2019).
    2012 vs 2019

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Expert reviews

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whathifi.com
09/08/2012
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soundstagexperience.com
01/02/2013
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trustedreviews.com
26/05/2012
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content.suono.it
12/04/2013
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hifitest.de
2012
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content.suono.it
12/04/2013
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hifi.nl
25/11/2011
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Audio Pro Living LV2e

  • Premium and luxury aesthetic featuring leather-wrapped cabinets
  • Excellent stereo separation due to independent wireless channels
  • Warm sound signature with highly articulate midrange performance
  • Generates strong volume output and authority relative to its compact size
  • Simple plug-and-play setup utilizing a dedicated 2.4GHz wireless transmitter

What customers don't like about Audio Pro Living LV2e

  • High premium price point compared to competitive wireless options
  • Lacks an internal battery, requiring a mains wall outlet for power
  • Bass levels automatically cut back when pushed to maximum volume levels
  • Proprietary 2.4GHz signal can introduce wireless interference with nearby network devices
  • Requires a prolonged burn-in period to achieve optimal audio clarity and precision

Verdict

The Audio Pro Living LV2e is a premium 2.0-channel active wireless desktop speaker system delivering 50W RMS total power via four built-in 25W Class D amplifiers that drive a 1-inch soft-dome tweeter and a 4.5-inch aluminum woofer per pair. Operating over a proprietary 2.4 GHz RF band with a driverless USB TX100 transmitter dongle, the system offers uncompressed, CD-quality lossless audio streaming, digital EQ filtering, three-zone multiroom configuration options, and a luxurious leather-bound cabinet available in black, red, or white. While it provides exceptional sound clarity, painless setup, and flexible wireless placement up to 100 meters line-of-sight, it is not truly portable as it requires a continuous AC wall outlet power connection, lacks built-in Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, has no physical auxiliary inputs on the speaker chassis, and relies on line-of-sight to the right speaker for remote control functionality.

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