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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£1,320
Avg. price in US: ~$1,500
Audio output power: 105.00 W
Battery life: 16 hours
IP rating: IP54
Bluetooth version: 5.0
Weight: 3300 g

Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level 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.

8.1

Excellent

8.2

Excellent

7.5

Very good

8.4
Outdoor durability
Score components:
40.0%
10
Water resistance
25.0%
7.7
IP rating
20.0%
6.5
Weight
15.0%
7.6
Battery life
8.6
Powerful sound
Score components:
45.0%
10
Audio output power
25.0%
7.6
Battery life
15.0%
6.5
Weight
15.0%
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Party mode
9.5
Home listening
Score components:
35.0%
10
Multi-room support
30.0%
10
Wi-Fi connectivity
20.0%
10
Audio output power
15.0%
6.5
Weight

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#38 in Best waterproof portable speakers

Verdict

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is a premium, 3.3kg portable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 home speaker featuring a 105W five-driver configuration composed of two 4" woofers, one 2" full-range driver, and two 0.8" tweeters across a 39 to 23,000 Hz frequency range. Main characteristics and pros include its adaptive active room compensation that automatically tunes acoustics based on orientation (flat, upright, or wall-mounted), a modular Cradle-to-Cradle certified design with an upgradable streaming module for futureproofing, IP54 splash resistance, and up to 16 hours of battery life with an elegant magnetic charging plug. However, major cons include its very high retail price point, an occasional loss of bass consistency and lower midrange depth at higher volumes, and a slight battery drain issue even while the unit is powered down.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level

Overall score

8.1

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Audio

9.1

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Audio output power

What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.

When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 W

Driver unit size

What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.

When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 50 mm

Number of drivers

What it is: The total number of speaker drivers built into the unit.

When it matters: When fuller driver arrays and broader sound coverage matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 2

Frequency response tolerance

What it is: The allowed deviation around the stated frequency response curve.

When it matters: When a flatter and more accurate frequency response matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 3 dB

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Lowest frequency

What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <= 60 Hz

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Connectivity

7.7

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Bluetooth connectivity

What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive audio over Bluetooth.

When it matters: When wireless playback from phones, tablets, or computers matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

Bluetooth version

What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.

When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 5.0

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: The farthest distance at which the Bluetooth link can remain usable.

When it matters: When the source device may be far from the speaker.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 10 m

Bluetooth profiles supported

What it is: The Bluetooth operating profiles available for playback, control, or calls.

When it matters: When Bluetooth playback, control, and call compatibility depend on specific profiles.

Importance: LOW

A2DP; AVRCP; HFP; HSP

Bluetooth LE Audio

What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports the low-energy Bluetooth audio standard.

When it matters: When newer low-power Bluetooth audio features matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Battery

8.4

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Battery life

What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.

When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 h

Battery capacity

What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.

When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 5000 mAh

Charging time

What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.

When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 4 h

Maximum charging input power

What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.

When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 20 W

Built-in rechargeable battery

What it is: Indicates whether the speaker uses a battery that can be recharged.

When it matters: When portable use without disposable batteries or continuous mains power matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Durability

7.0

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IP rating

What it is: The ingress protection code for dust and water resistance.

When it matters: When dust and water protection need to match the intended environment.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: IP67+

Water resistance

What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.

When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

Dust resistance

What it is: Shows whether the enclosure is protected against dust ingress.

When it matters: When the speaker may be exposed to sand, soil, or dusty environments.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

Waterproof depth rating

What it is: The maximum water depth the speaker is rated to withstand.

When it matters: When the speaker may be submerged or used very close to water.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 1 m

Drop resistance

What it is: Indicates whether the housing is designed to survive accidental drops.

When it matters: When the speaker may be bumped or suffer an accidental fall during outdoor or travel use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Controls

8.8

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On-device controls placement

What it is: The physical area of the speaker where its controls are located.

When it matters: When you want controls that are easy to reach in the speaker intended placement.

Importance: LOW

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Touchscreen

What it is: Indicates whether a touch-sensitive screen is integrated.

When it matters: When direct visual control is more convenient than buttons or an app.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

Smartphone app control

What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.

When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

Remote control

What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated remote control is supplied or supported.

When it matters: When you want to control playback from across the room.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

Fast pairing

What it is: Shows whether setup with compatible devices can be completed more quickly.

When it matters: When quick setup with compatible devices matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Design

6.2

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Weight

What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.

When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 1000 g

Height

What it is: The vertical external dimension of the speaker body.

When it matters: When the speaker must fit beneath shelves or in a compact bag.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 20 cm

Width

What it is: The side-to-side external dimension of the speaker body.

When it matters: When the speaker must fit a narrow shelf, bag, or tabletop.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 25 cm

Depth

What it is: The front-to-back depth of the speaker housing.

When it matters: When the speaker should take up less front-to-back space.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 10 cm

Carry options

What it is: The available ways to carry, hang, or attach the speaker.

When it matters: When a handle, strap, or attachment point changes how you carry the speaker.

Importance: LOW

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Smart features

9.9

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Companion app name

What it is: The official app used to control settings and functions of the speaker.

When it matters: When app compatibility and the available control features depend on the official app.

Importance: LOW

Bang & Olufsen

Firmware updates

What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive firmware revisions after purchase.

When it matters: When post-purchase fixes and feature improvements matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

Firmware update method

What it is: The path used to install firmware updates on the speaker.

When it matters: When the convenience and reliability of installing updates matters.

Importance: LOW

OTA; App; USB

Voice assistant support

What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can work with supported voice assistants.

When it matters: When hands-free control through a compatible assistant matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

Spotify Connect

What it is: Shows whether Spotify can stream directly to the speaker over the network.

When it matters: When Spotify should stream directly without keeping phone audio active.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level vs the average portable speaker

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85 W more audio output power
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (105 W vs 20.00 W).
Total RMS output: 105.00 W.
What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >= 20 W
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (105 W vs 20.00 W).105.00 W vs 20.00 W
51 mm larger main driver
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (101 mm vs 50.00 mm).
Primary driver diameter: 101.00 mm.
What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >= 50 mm
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (101 mm vs 50.00 mm).101.00 mm vs 50.00 mm
3 more speaker drivers
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (5 vs 2).
Acoustic drivers: 5.
What it is: The total number of speaker drivers built into the unit.
When it matters: When fuller driver arrays and broader sound coverage matter.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >= 2
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (5 vs 2).5 vs 2
Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can connect to wireless local networks.
When it matters: When direct network streaming or smart multi-room features matter.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: yes
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
3,400 mAh more battery capacity
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (6,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.
When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >= 5000 mAh
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (6,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).6000 mAh vs 2600 mAh
Better ingress protection
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP54 vs IPX5).
What it is: The ingress protection code for dust and water resistance.
When it matters: When dust and water protection need to match the intended environment.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: IP67+
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP54 vs IPX5).IP54 vs IPX5
16 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (96 dB vs 80 dB).
Signal-to-noise ratio: 96.00 dB.
What it is: The ratio between the wanted audio signal and background noise.
When it matters: When cleaner audio with less background noise matters.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >= 80 dB
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (96 dB vs 80 dB).96.00 dB vs 80 dB
Provides 360-degree sound
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
What it is: Indicates whether sound is spread evenly in all directions.
When it matters: When even sound coverage around the speaker matters.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: yes
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
85 W more audio output power
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (105 W vs 20.00 W).
51 mm larger main driver
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (101 mm vs 50.00 mm).
3 more speaker drivers
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (5 vs 2).
16 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (96 dB vs 80 dB).
Provides 360-degree sound
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
3,000 Hz higher maximum frequency
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (23,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
Has built-in stereo speakers
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
21 Hz deeper bass extension
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (39 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
3 more microphones
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has more microphones than the average portable speaker (4 vs 1).
Has beamforming microphones
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has beamforming microphones, while the average portable speaker does not have beamforming microphones.
48 ms lower audio latency
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has lower audio latency than the average portable speaker (37 ms vs 85 ms).
4 dB SPL higher maximum sound pressure
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a higher maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (96 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).
Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
1 more multipoint connections
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
Has Chromecast built-in
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has Chromecast built-in, while the average portable speaker does not have Chromecast built-in.
Supports AirPlay
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
Has a USB Type-C port
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
Has a TOSLINK optical input
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a TOSLINK optical input, while the average portable speaker does not have a TOSLINK optical input.
Has Ethernet support
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has Ethernet support, while the average portable speaker does not have Ethernet support.
Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
Wi-Fi standard detailed
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), while the average portable speaker supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
3,400 mAh more battery capacity
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (6,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
30 W higher charging input power
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (40 W vs 10 W).
4 hours longer battery life
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (16 hours vs 12 hours).
Has a removable battery
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a removable battery, while the average portable speaker does not have a removable battery.
Includes a power adapter
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
Better ingress protection
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP54 vs IPX5).
Is UV resistant
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is UV resistant, while the average portable speaker is not rated as UV resistant.
6 more EQ presets
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (6 vs 0).
Has an equalizer
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
Supports fast pairing
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
Has a hardware microphone mute switch
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a hardware microphone mute switch, while the average portable speaker does not have a hardware microphone mute switch.
Has an FM radio
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
Supports playback mute
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
Has a programmable button
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a programmable button, while the average portable speaker does not have a programmable button.
Has a sleep timer
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
2.7 cm shallower
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is shallower than the average portable speaker (5.6 cm vs 8.3 cm).
Supports multi-room audio
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports multi-room audio, while the average portable speaker does not support multi-room audio.
Supports Spotify Connect
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports Spotify Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect.
Supports automatic room calibration
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports automatic room calibration, while the average portable speaker does not support automatic room calibration.
Supports voice assistants
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports voice assistants, while the average portable speaker does not support voice assistants.
Supports firmware updates
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
Supports Tidal Connect
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level supports Tidal Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Tidal Connect.

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Does not include a passive radiator
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
10 °C higher minimum operating temperature
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (10 °C vs 0 °C).
2,500 g heavier
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is heavier than the average portable speaker (3,300 g vs 800 g).
10.6 cm taller
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is taller than the average portable speaker (23 cm vs 12.4 cm).
16.7 cm wider
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is wider than the average portable speaker (34.8 cm vs 18.1 cm).
Does not include a passive radiator
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
What it is: Shows whether passive radiators are used to reinforce bass output.
When it matters: When enhanced bass response from a compact enclosure matters.
Importance: LOW
Good value: yes
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
10 °C higher minimum operating temperature
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (10 °C vs 0 °C).
What it is: The lowest ambient temperature recommended for normal operation.
When it matters: When the speaker must work reliably in colder conditions.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <= -10 °C
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (10 °C vs 0 °C).10 °C vs 0 °C
2,500 g heavier
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is heavier than the average portable speaker (3,300 g vs 800 g).
What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <= 1000 g
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is heavier than the average portable speaker (3,300 g vs 800 g).3300 g vs 800 g
14.67x more expensive
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£1,320 vs £90).
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£1,320 vs £90).£1,320 vs £90
16.7 cm wider
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is wider than the average portable speaker (34.8 cm vs 18.1 cm).
What it is: The side-to-side external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit a narrow shelf, bag, or tabletop.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <= 25 cm
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is wider than the average portable speaker (34.8 cm vs 18.1 cm).34.8 cm vs 18.1 cm
15% worse value for money
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (6.74 vs 7.744).
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.
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (6.74 vs 7.744).6.74 vs 7.74
10.6 cm taller
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is taller than the average portable speaker (23 cm vs 12.4 cm).
What it is: The vertical external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit beneath shelves or in a compact bag.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <= 20 cm
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is taller than the average portable speaker (23 cm vs 12.4 cm).23 cm vs 12.4 cm
6.1% lower user score
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a lower user score than the average portable speaker (7.54 vs 8.000).
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.
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level has a lower user score than the average portable speaker (7.54 vs 8.000).7.54 vs 8

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What customers like about Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level?

Exceptional Scandinavian industrial design with premium aluminum, fabric, or wood finishes
Rich, warm, and highly clear sound signature at low to moderate volumes
Highly versatile positioning options including standing upright, laying flat, or wall-mounting
Adaptive room compensation EQ that automatically optimizes the audio profile based on orientation and surroundings
Future-proof modular design allowing for easily replaceable batteries and streaming modules
Convenient and aesthetically pleasing magnetic puck charging system
Strong multiroom connectivity support including AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and Spotify Connect
Good portable battery life yielding up to 16 hours of playback at moderate volumes

What customers dislike about Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level?

Extremely expensive retail price point relative to the portable speaker category
Noticeable audio compression, dynamic crushing, and minor distortion at very high volumes
Lacks an expansive or natural stereo soundstage unless a costly second unit is paired
Software experience can be clunky, sometimes requiring both the B&O and Google Home apps
Occasional Wi-Fi connectivity dropouts and multi-cast handshake issues depending on the home router
Physical layout quirk prevents the speaker from being plugged in while laying completely flat
Touch controls on the frame are highly sensitive and prone to accidental triggers when carrying or cleaning
The dedicated wall mount bracket must be purchased separately at an additional cost

Expert reviews

forbes.com

10/02/2021

Summary of the review

Exclusive Review: The Beosound Level Wireless Speaker Has All The Makings Of A Modern Design Classic

Mark Sparrow's review of the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level praises the speaker as a modular, Scandinavian-designed masterpiece that offers exceptional, room-filling sound via a 105-watt driver setup, versatile orientation options (stand, flat, or wall-mounted), and robust connectivity including AirPlay 2 and Spotify Connect. The premium device boasts future-proof, sustainable features with a replaceable battery and streaming module. However, the speaker comes with a high price point, and its battery performance drops significantly from 16 hours to four hours when playing at maximum volume.

lbtechreviews.com

22/02/2021

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Beosound Level – Tech Reviews www.techhive.com

The LB Tech Reviews evaluation of the Beosound Level highlights a premium, battery-powered home speaker that utilizes advanced 5-driver construction to dynamically adapt its audio performance to physical positioning, ensuring a balanced sound whether standing, flat, or wall-mounted. While the speaker offers high-end, adaptable audio performance, the review notes a significant drawback in its exceptionally high price point.

t3.com

21/07/2021

Summary of the review

Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level review - T3

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is a premium, stylish, and highly versatile portable speaker featuring an eco-conscious, modular design that is built for longevity. Key pros highlighted in the T3 review include its ability to be positioned upright, flat, or wall-mounted, along with an innovative, expansive 360-degree audio mode that activates when laid flat. Conversely, cons include the high £1,099 entry price, a more constrained sound when positioned vertically, and, as noted in the T3 review, its unique, large dimensions, which can make it challenging to fit on standard shelving.

techhive.com

27/08/2021

Summary of the review

Beosound LevelGo to product viewer dialogue for this item. review: A top-tier portable music streamer

The TechHive review characterizes the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level as a high-end, sustainable portable streamer featuring exceptional audio fidelity, versatile connectivity, and a modular, future-proof design. While praised for its aesthetic, the review notes the exorbitant price tag, poor performance with low-quality audio tracks, and lack of high-definition Bluetooth codec support.

avforums.com

05/08/2022

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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level Wireless Speaker Review

The AVForums review praises the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level as an exceptionally well-built, future-proof portable speaker with an innovative, modular design and adaptive DSP sound technology. Key strengths include its flat, flexible form factor, though it is limited by a premium price point, the exclusion of the wall bracket as standard, and lack of deep sub-bass or wide stereo imaging compared to mains-powered competitors.

wallpaper.com

29/03/2025

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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level Frosted Green review | Wallpaper* I can help you gather more information about this device if you tell me: Are you looki...

The Wallpaper* review of the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level Frosted Green highlights a serene, nature-inspired variant of the portable speaker, featuring a striking pixelated, shifting color-gradient fabric cover paired with high-end aluminum trim. While retaining the original's "minimal brilliance" and versatile portability, this Atelier Limited Edition, characterized by its extreme 85-unit scarcity and high cost, introduces no new hardware advancements, focusing instead on aesthetic iteration.

wired.com

11/02/2021

Summary of the review

Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level Review: A Perfectly Flawed Speaker

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is a premium, modular portable speaker featuring a slim aluminum frame and high-end materials, delivering impressive 105-watt sound with robust bass and intuitive touch controls. Despite its excellent build quality and adaptive performance, the speaker's high price, significant weight, and lack of an included wall mount represent notable drawbacks.

dxomark.com

14/01/2022

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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level Speaker review - DxOMark

DXOMARK awarded the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level a score of 124, noting it is well-suited for relaxed listening at home with a lively timbre and clear midrange. While the speaker offers clever position-adaptive sound, it suffers from significant drawbacks at higher volumes, including inconsistent tonal balance, strange stereo rendering, and noticeable artifacts like compression and pumping.

computerbild.de

04/02/2021

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B&O Beosound Level Review: A Beautiful Wi-Fi Speaker

Computer Bild rated the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level "Good" (1.7), highlighting its natural sound, built-in battery, and versatile streaming capabilities via AirPlay 2 and Chromecast. The speaker offers a flexible design that adapts acoustically to horizontal, vertical, or wall-mounted placements. Key drawbacks include a steep €1,499 price point and the exclusion of the wall bracket from the package. C

bellevue.nzz.ch

04/03/2021

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Review of the new Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is a premium, adaptable wireless speaker featuring a future-proof, modular design with a replaceable battery, sustainable materials, and IP54 dust- and splash-resistance. Its standout feature is adaptive positioning technology, which optimizes sound when standing, lying flat, or wall-mounted. While lauded for design and versatility, limitations include a high price, substantial 3.3 kg weight reducing portability, and limited bass depth due to its shallow, compact profile. Detailed expert reviews are available at forbes.com and dxomark.com.

audiovision.de

15/07/2021

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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level Review

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is a 3.3-kilogram, modular wireless speaker offering exceptional acoustic adaptability, delivering a rich, natural sound with strong bass via streaming platforms like Spotify Connect and AirPlay 2. While its future-proof design allows for swappable components, the speaker is positioned as a premium, high-cost device that serves as a first step into high-end audio rather than a complete replacement for a traditional stereo system.

smartzone.de

24/12/2021

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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level Review - Looking for HiFi Sound?

The Smartzone.de review highlights the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level as an ultra-premium speaker featuring impeccable Google Assistant integration and seamless multi-room streaming. Pros include a high-end minimalist design, exceptional microphone reliability, and versatile connectivity, though the unit faces cons regarding a slow 3-hour charge time, lack of advanced Bluetooth codecs, and a premium price exceeding €1,000.

on-mag.fr

01/03/2021

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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level Review: A luxurious musical speaker at home anywhere and in any position

The ON-mag review describes the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level as a luxurious, highly versatile three-way active speaker featuring a sustainable, modular design and adaptive sound profiles for multiple orientations. It is praised for its elegant Scandinavian aesthetic and warm, musical sound signature, though it commands a premium price and does not aim for raw, high-fidelity technical perfection compared to dedicated, non-portable rivals.

leclaireur.fnac.com

30/09/2021

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BO Beosound Level Lab Test: An agile and... speaker

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is rated as a versatile, sustainable residential speaker featuring a modular design, excellent midrange/treble linearity, and balanced bass, according to the Labo Fnac review. While offering seamless multiroom connectivity, an IP54 rating, and Google Assistant, the laboratory analysis notes a significant overemphasis in the ultra-treble frequencies (12.5 kHz) as a primary drawback.

test-aankoop.be

12/02/2021

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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level: Test and Review

The Test Aankoop review of the premium, €1,449.99 Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level highlights its excellent, room-filling sound quality, flexible, sustainable modular design, and smart, orientation-based audio adjustment, along with an impressive 16-hour battery life. Conversely, the 3.40 kg speaker is restricted by its high luxury price point and relatively heavy weight, which limits easy portability.

dxomark.fr

01/02/2022

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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level - DXOMARK Audio Test

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level scored 124 in DXOMARK's review, praised as an excellent device for low-volume, casual listening and podcasts due to its rich timbre and intelligent orientation-based sound adjustment. However, the speaker faces significant performance regressions at high volumes, exhibiting severe inconsistencies, hollow midranges, and aggressive treble caused by overactive digital processing.

wired.it

23/04/2021

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Beosound Level, the first smart speaker fighting planned obsolescence

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level is praised by Wired Italy as an innovative, sustainable smart speaker designed to fight planned obsolescence through modular components, including a user-replaceable battery and swappable streaming module. While offering premium materials, versatile 180-to-360-degree sound, and robust IP54 resistance, the speaker faces criticism for its high price, polarizing design, and the need to purchase the wall bracket separately.

fwd.nl

07/02/2021

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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level - beautiful and sustainable

The FWD review characterizes the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level as a luxurious, portable smart speaker featuring sustainable, modular design with a premium Nordic aesthetic. Pros include automatic acoustic calibration based on orientation, excellent build quality, and robust streaming options, while cons are centered on the high price point (€1,249-€1,499), slow charging times, and the lack of a wall mount in the box.

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