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  • Avg. price: ~£110
  • Audio output power: 40.00 W
  • Battery life: 15 hours
  • IP rating: ?
  • Bluetooth version: 2.1
  • Weight: 4000 g

Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable 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.

7.2

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Speakers category.

Score components:

80.0%

6.8

Technical Score

20.0%

8.5

User score

Very good
6.8

Technical Score

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 components:

32.0%

8.1

Audio

20.0%

7.8

Battery

18.0%

5.3

Durability

16.0%

5.9

Connectivity

8.0%

5.6

Controls

3.0%

6.0

Design

3.0%

5.3

Smart features

Good
8.5

User score

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 components:

70.0%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

9.3

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.1
(145)
United States
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4.1
(82)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Excellent
  • 5.8
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    4.0

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    20.0%

    5.8

    Weight

    15.0%

    7.0

    Battery life

  • 5.7
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    5.6

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    7.0

    Battery life

    15.0%

    5.8

    Weight

    15.0%

    4.0

    Party mode

  • 6.0
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    5.6

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    5.8

    Weight

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Verdict

The Beats by Dre Beatbox Portable is a robust, wedge-shaped boombox-style speaker featuring dual 5.25-inch long-throw woofers and dual 2-inch high-frequency drivers capable of handling aggressive, club-like bass and high volumes. It offers flexible connectivity including Bluetooth with aptX/AAC codecs for high-quality wireless streaming up to 30 feet, a 3.5mm auxiliary input, NFC pairing, and a legacy 30-pin iPod/iPhone charging dock. Its main advantages are its incredibly loud, clear audio output, signature deep bass response, and integrated side handles that make it easy to transport. However, it suffers from notable drawbacks, including its heavy 4kg weight, an audible background hiss at maximum volume, and a reliance on six expensive D-cell batteries for true portablity rather than a modern integrated rechargeable battery.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable

Technical Score

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 components:

32.0%

8.1

Audio

20.0%

7.8

Battery

18.0%

5.3

Durability

16.0%

5.9

Connectivity

8.0%

5.6

Controls

3.0%

6.0

Design

3.0%

5.3

Smart features

6.8
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a technical score of 6.84 points, which is higher than 51.1% of products in this category.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

9.3

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(145)
United States
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4.1
(82)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

8.5
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a user score of 8.53 points, which is higher than 66.4% of products in this category.
Popularity
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.
9.3
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a popularity of 9.3 points, which is higher than 65.4% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

7.2

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

8.0
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 68.5% of products in this category.
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

40.00 W
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has an audio output power of 40.00 W which is higher than that of 70.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.7% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 40.00 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

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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

3
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has 3 drivers, which is more than 70.1% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 11.5% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 3.
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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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

yes
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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

2.1
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports Bluetooth version 2.1 which is older than that of 92% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 2.1.
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

9.00 m
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a maximum Bluetooth range of 9.00 m which is shorter than that of 95.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.5% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range: 9.00 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

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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

no
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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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

15 hours
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a battery life of 15 hours which is longer than that of 67% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.5% of portable speakers.
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

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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

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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

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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

no
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not have a built-in rechargeable battery. 81.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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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+

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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

no
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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

no
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is not rated as dust resistant. 51.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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

0 m
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of cameras have a native waterproof depth rating.
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

no
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable lacks an impact-resistance rating. 32.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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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

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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

no
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not support smartphone app control. 54% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
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

yes
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable includes a remote control. 85.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
A dedicated remote-control option is documented.
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

yes
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports fast pairing. 77.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports documented one-tap or quick device pairing.
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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

4,000 g
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable weighs 4,000 g which is heavier than that of 85.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
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

17.1 cm
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a height of 17.1 cm which is taller than that of 66.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
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

44.45 cm
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a width of 44.45 cm which is wider than that of 95.7% of portable speakers.
Width: 444.5 mm.
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

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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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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

?
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

no
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No supported user-accessible firmware update path.
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

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

no
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No direct supported voice-assistant control.
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

no
Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable vs the average portable speaker

  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
    What it is: Shows whether the device uses separate left and right audio channels.
    When it matters: When true left-and-right channel playback matters without pairing a second speaker.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • 20 W more audio output power
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (40 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 40.00 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

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (40 W vs 20.00 W).40.00 W vs 20.00 W
  • Supports aptX
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports aptX, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX.
    Supports the base Qualcomm aptX codec.
    What it is: Indicates whether the Qualcomm aptX Bluetooth codec is supported.
    When it matters: When improved Bluetooth audio quality matters with compatible source devices.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports aptX, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX.
  • Has a power bank function
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
    What it is: Shows whether the speaker can send power to charge another device.
    When it matters: When the speaker should also charge a phone or another device.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • 1 more speaker drivers
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).
    Acoustic drivers: 3.
    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

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).3 vs 2
  • Supports fast pairing
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
    Supports documented one-tap or quick device 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

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
    What it is: Shows whether NFC can be used to start Bluetooth pairing quickly.
    When it matters: When you want faster tap-to-pair setup with compatible devices.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • 3 hours longer battery life
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (15 hours vs 12 hours).
    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

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (15 hours vs 12 hours).15 hours vs 12 hours
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • 20 W more audio output power
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (40 W vs 20.00 W).
  • 1 more speaker drivers
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).
  • Supports aptX
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports aptX, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX.
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • Has a power bank function
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • 3 hours longer battery life
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (15 hours vs 12 hours).
  • Has a removable battery
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a removable battery, while the average portable speaker does not have a removable battery.
  • Includes a power adapter
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • Supports fast pairing
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Includes a remote control
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable includes a remote control, while the average portable speaker does not include a remote control.
  • Has a hardware microphone mute switch
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a hardware microphone mute switch, while the average portable speaker does not have a hardware microphone mute switch.
  • Supports playback mute
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
  • Includes a travel bag
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.

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  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 2.1.
  • 1 m shorter Bluetooth range
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has a shorter Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (9 m vs 10 m).
    Maximum Bluetooth range: 9.00 m.
  • Does not have a built-in rechargeable battery
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the average portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery.
  • Is not water resistant
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • Does not provide voice prompts
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
  • 3,200 g heavier
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is heavier than the average portable speaker (4,000 g vs 800 g).
  • 26.35 cm wider
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is wider than the average portable speaker (44.5 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    Width: 444.5 mm.
  • 4.7 cm taller
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is taller than the average portable speaker (17.1 cm vs 12.4 cm).
  • 7 older
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2012 vs 2019).
    Release year: 2012.
  • Is not water resistant
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
    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

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
    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

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker 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

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 2.1.
    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

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).2.1 vs 5.0
  • Does not have a built-in rechargeable battery
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the average portable speaker has a 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

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the average portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery.
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable 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

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 3,200 g heavier
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is heavier than the average portable speaker (4,000 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

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is heavier than the average portable speaker (4,000 g vs 800 g).4000 g vs 800 g
  • 26.35 cm wider
    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is wider than the average portable speaker (44.5 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    Width: 444.5 mm.
    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

    Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable is wider than the average portable speaker (44.5 cm vs 18.1 cm).44.45 cm vs 18.1 cm
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United Kingdom
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4.1
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United States
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4.1
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable?

  • Powerful, room-filling audio output with very loud volume capabilities
  • Deep, punchy, and aggressive bass response ideal for hip-hop and rap
  • Clear sound quality and vocals that remain crisp even at high volumes
  • Convenient physical design featuring built-in carrying handles for easier transport
  • Multiple audio input options including Bluetooth connectivity, a 3.5mm auxiliary jack, and an iPod/iPhone docking port
  • Solid, heavy-duty, and durable build quality

What customers dislike about Beats By Dre Beatbox Portable?

  • Relies on six disposable D-cell batteries instead of an internal rechargeable battery, which can drain quickly
  • Noticeable and audible speaker hiss or popping sounds at high volume levels
  • Heavy and bulky footprint, making it less truly portable than smaller modern wireless speakers
  • Expensive retail price point for the features offered
  • Included remote control can be unresponsive, has fragile bubble buttons, and offers limited track navigation over Bluetooth
  • Slight audio distortion or aggressive rattle on the enclosure when playing deep bass tracks at maximum volume

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13/04/2012
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14/05/2014
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25/05/2011
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17/08/2012
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17/08/2012
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