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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£150
  • Avg. price in US: ~$150
  • Audio output power: ?
  • Battery life: 24 hours
  • IP rating: IP67
  • Bluetooth version: 5.3
  • Weight: 680 g

Beats Pill 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.

7.9

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%

7.5

Technical Score

20.0%

9.6

User score

Very good
7.5

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%

7.1

Audio

20.0%

7.4

Battery

18.0%

8.7

Durability

16.0%

7.3

Connectivity

8.0%

6.7

Controls

3.0%

8.7

Design

3.0%

7.1

Smart features

Very good
9.6

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%

9.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.7
(1331)
United States
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4.7
(3548)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 9.8
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    9.7

    IP rating

    20.0%

    9.5

    Weight

    15.0%

    10

    Battery life

  • 9.0
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    ?

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    10

    Battery life

    15.0%

    9.5

    Weight

    15.0%

    10

    Party mode

  • 7.0
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    ?

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    9.5

    Weight

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Verdict

The Beats Pill is a highly portable Bluetooth 5.3 wireless speaker measuring 8.6 x 2.8 x 2.8 inches and weighing 1.5 pounds, featuring a redesigned internal racetrack woofer, a single neodymium tweeter angled at a 20-degree upward tilt, and an Apple H1 chip for seamless integration. Its main pros include an impressive battery life of up to 24 hours with Fast Fuel charging (10 minutes for 2 hours of playback), robust IP67 dust and water resistance, a built-in microphone for speakerphone functionality, and support for high-resolution lossless audio and power-bank device charging via its USB-C port. However, its notable cons include the lack of a traditional 3.5mm auxiliary input, no adjustable equalizer (EQ) custom controls within the companion software, and the absence of Bluetooth multipoint pairing for Apple users.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Beats Pill

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%

7.1

Audio

20.0%

7.4

Battery

18.0%

8.7

Durability

16.0%

7.3

Connectivity

8.0%

6.7

Controls

3.0%

8.7

Design

3.0%

7.1

Smart features

7.5
Beats Pill has a technical score of 7.51 points, which is higher than 87.6% 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%

9.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.7
(1331)
United States
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4.7
(3548)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.6
Beats Pill has a user score of 9.58 points, which is higher than 96.1% 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.
10
Beats Pill has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 66.6% 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%

7.9

Overall score

40.0%

9.7

Price

8.5
Beats Pill has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.5 points, which is higher than 95.2% 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

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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

2
Beats Pill has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 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

56.00 Hz
Beats Pill has a lowest frequency of 56.00 Hz which is lower than that of 54.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% of portable speakers.
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 56.00 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 Pill 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

5.3
Beats Pill supports Bluetooth version 5.3 which is newer than that of 78.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 17.6% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 5.3.
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

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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

yes
Beats Pill supports Bluetooth LE Audio. 97.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports Bluetooth LE Audio.
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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

24 hours
Beats Pill has a battery life of 24 hours which is longer than that of 88.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.4% 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

1,850 mAh
Beats Pill has a battery capacity of 1,850 mAh which is smaller than that of 72.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
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

2 hours
Beats Pill has a charging time of 2 hours which is shorter than that of 72.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 22.6% of portable speakers.
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

5 W
Beats Pill has a maximum charging input power of 5 W which is lower than that of 58.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 38.5% of portable speakers.
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

yes
Beats Pill has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% 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+

IP67
Beats Pill has an IP rating of IP67 which provides better ingress protection than 80% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 19.1% of portable speakers.
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

yes
Beats Pill is water resistant. 38.3% 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

yes
Beats Pill is dust resistant. 48.6% 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

1 m
Beats Pill has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m which is deeper than that of 52.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 47.4% of portable speakers.
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 Pill 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

no
Beats Pill does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
The speaker does not have an integrated touchscreen.
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

yes
Beats Pill supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
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

no
Beats Pill does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No dedicated remote control 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 Pill 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

680 g
Beats Pill weighs 680 g which is lighter than that of 54% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.6% 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

7 cm
Beats Pill has a height of 7 cm which is shorter than that of 80.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.1% 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

21.9 cm
Beats Pill has a width of 21.9 cm which is wider than that of 62.5% of portable speakers.
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

7.1 cm
Beats Pill has a depth of 7.1 cm which is shallower than that of 62.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% of portable speakers.
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

strap/handle
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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

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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

yes
Beats Pill supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
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
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

yes
Beats Pill supports voice assistants. 73.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports direct 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 Pill does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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Beats Pill vs the average portable speaker

  • Better ingress protection
    Beats Pill has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 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+

    Beats Pill has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).IP67 vs IPX5
  • 12 hours longer battery life
    Beats Pill has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (24 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 Pill has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (24 hours vs 12 hours).24 hours vs 12 hours
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    Beats Pill has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
    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

    Beats Pill has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).1 m vs 0 m
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    Beats Pill has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    Simultaneous Bluetooth devices: 2.
    What it is: The number of source devices that can stay connected at the same time.
    When it matters: When switching between several connected source devices matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 2

    Beats Pill has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).2 vs 1
  • 1 hours shorter charging time
    Beats Pill has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 hours vs 3 hours).
    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

    Beats Pill has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 hours vs 3 hours).2 hours vs 3 hours
  • Supports Bluetooth LE Audio
    Beats Pill supports Bluetooth LE Audio, while the average portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio.
    Supports 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

    Beats Pill supports Bluetooth LE Audio, while the average portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • Has a power bank function
    Beats Pill 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 Pill has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • Supports fast pairing
    Beats Pill 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 Pill supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • 4 Hz deeper bass extension
    Beats Pill has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (56 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    Beats Pill has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
  • Supports Bluetooth LE Audio
    Beats Pill supports Bluetooth LE Audio, while the average portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    Beats Pill supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    Beats Pill has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
  • 0.3 Bluetooth levels newer
    Beats Pill has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.3 vs 5.0).
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    Beats Pill supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • 12 hours longer battery life
    Beats Pill has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (24 hours vs 12 hours).
  • 1 hours shorter charging time
    Beats Pill has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 hours vs 3 hours).
  • Has a power bank function
    Beats Pill has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • Better ingress protection
    Beats Pill has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    Beats Pill has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
  • Supports fast pairing
    Beats Pill supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Supports party mode
    Beats Pill supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • Supports playback mute
    Beats Pill supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
  • Has a programmable button
    Beats Pill has a programmable button, while the average portable speaker does not have a programmable button.
  • 5.4 cm shorter
    Beats Pill is shorter than the average portable speaker (7 cm vs 12.4 cm).
  • Supports voice assistants
    Beats Pill supports voice assistants, while the average portable speaker does not support voice assistants.
  • Supports firmware updates
    Beats Pill supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.

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Smart features
  • 6 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    Beats Pill has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (86 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).
    Sound pressure level: 86.00 dB.
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Beats Pill does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 400 Hz lower maximum frequency
    Beats Pill has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (19,600 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    Upper frequency-response endpoint: 19600 Hz.
  • 41 ms higher audio latency
    Beats Pill has higher audio latency than the average portable speaker (126 ms vs 85 ms).
    Audio latency: 126 ms.
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    Beats Pill does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 750 mAh less battery capacity
    Beats Pill has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,850 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    Beats Pill has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
  • Does not support auto power-off
    Beats Pill does not support auto power-off, while the average portable speaker supports auto power-off.
    No automatic inactivity-based power-off.
  • 3.8 cm wider
    Beats Pill is wider than the average portable speaker (21.9 cm vs 18.1 cm).
  • 7 older
    Beats Pill was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2012 vs 2019).
    Release year: 2012.
  • 6 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    Beats Pill has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (86 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).
    Sound pressure level: 86.00 dB.
    What it is: The maximum acoustic loudness the speaker can produce.
    When it matters: When the speaker must play loudly in a large or outdoor space.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 90 dB SPL

    Beats Pill has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (86 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).86.00 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Beats Pill 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 Pill does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 400 Hz lower maximum frequency
    Beats Pill has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (19,600 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    Upper frequency-response endpoint: 19600 Hz.
    What it is: The highest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
    When it matters: When upper-treble extension and high-frequency detail matter.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 20000 Hz

    Beats Pill has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (19,600 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).19600 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    Beats Pill does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
    What it is: Indicates whether a standard 3.5 mm analog audio socket is present.
    When it matters: When you need a reliable wired analog audio connection.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Beats Pill does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    Beats Pill has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
    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

    Beats Pill has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).5 W vs 10 W
  • 750 mAh less battery capacity
    Beats Pill has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,850 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

    Beats Pill has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,850 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).1850 mAh vs 2600 mAh
  • 41 ms higher audio latency
    Beats Pill has higher audio latency than the average portable speaker (126 ms vs 85 ms).
    Audio latency: 126 ms.
    What it is: The delay between the source signal and the sound you hear.
    When it matters: When lip sync, gaming, or real-time monitoring matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <= 100 ms

    Beats Pill has higher audio latency than the average portable speaker (126 ms vs 85 ms).126 ms vs 85 ms
  • Does not support auto power-off
    Beats Pill does not support auto power-off, while the average portable speaker supports auto power-off.
    No automatic inactivity-based power-off.
    What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can switch itself off after inactivity.
    When it matters: When reducing idle battery drain or power use matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Beats Pill does not support auto power-off, while the average portable speaker supports auto power-off.
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.7
1331 Reviews
United States
Amazon_logo.png
4.7
3548 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Beats Pill?

  • Impressive sound quality for its size with strong, punchy bass
  • Excellent battery life, offering up to 24 hours of playtime
  • Durable, IP67-rated water and dust-resistant design
  • Useful USB-C port for charging external devices and playing lossless audio
  • Seamless pairing with both iOS and Android, including Find My support
  • Lightweight and portable with an included lanyard

What customers dislike about Beats Pill?

  • Noticeable sound distortion at high volume levels
  • No companion app equalizer (EQ) for sound customization
  • Controls can be non-intuitive (e.g., turning the speaker off)
  • Mono-only playback, requiring a second speaker for stereo sound
  • Rounded design can be unstable, limiting placement options

Expert reviews

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uk.pcmag.com
25/06/2024
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Beats Pill (2024)Go to product viewer dialogue for this item. - Review 2024 - PCMag UK
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appleinsider.com
25/06/2024
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Beats PillGo to product viewer dialogue for this item. review: Premium, but worth the money - AppleInsider
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macworld.com
11/07/2024
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Beats Pill review: A really good speaker that's a firmware update away from greatness - Macworld
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whathifi.com
22/07/2024
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Beats Pill review - Speakers - What Hi-Fi?
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techradar.com
28/07/2024
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Beats Pill review: a Bluetooth speaker with style, great sound and real Android appeal - TechRadar
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androidpolice.com
28/07/2024
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Beats Pill (2024) review: Big bass with Bluetooth issues - Android Police
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t3.com
09/08/2024
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Beats Pill (2024) review: small speaker, big attitude - T3
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rtings.com
15/08/2024
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Beats Pill Speaker Review - RTINGS.com Would you like me to find more reviews from specific regional publications, or are you interested in a direct s...
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theverge.com
25/06/2024
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Beats Pill review: much easier to swallow this time - The Verge
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cnet.com
25/06/2024
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Beats Pill Bluetooth Speaker Review: Back From the Dead and Improved in a Few Key Ways - CNET
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pcmag.com
25/06/2024
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Beats Pill (2024) Review - PCMag
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wired.com
25/07/2024
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Beats Pill (2024) Review: A Fortified Contender - WIRED
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pickr.com.au
06/09/2024
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Beats Pill review
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7review.com
10/10/2024
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Beats Pill Bluetooth Speaker Review If you would like to compare how this model performs against its older versions (like the Pill+ or original Pill)...
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soundguys.com
23/05/2025
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Beats Pill review - SoundGuys WIRED
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chip.de
20/12/2024
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Rückkehr eines Lautsprecher-Klassikers: Beats Pill (2024) Test
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hifi.de
06/08/2024
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Beats Pill Review: A Successful Return?
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heise.de
24/04/2025
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Beats Pill (2024) Bluetooth Speaker Review - Heise
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zeit.de
10/08/2024
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Beats Pill: This speaker causes arguments with the neighbors
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stereo.de
07/08/2024
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Beats Pill Review: New Edition of the Bluetooth Speaker
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stern.de
06/08/2024
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Beats Pill 2024 Review: A Powerful Comeback
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kopfhoerer.de
16/09/2024
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Beats Pill Review: Robust sound for on the go
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computerbild.de
06/08/2024
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Beats Pill Review: The speaker pill for on the go
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lesnumeriques.com
03/08/2024
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Beats Pill (2024) Review: A Durable and Precise Portable Speaker
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tomsguide.fr
30/07/2024
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Beats Pill Review: Powerful, long-lasting, and waterproof, this Bluetooth speaker makes a strong comeback
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capital.fr
22/08/2024
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Beats Pill (2024) Review: The portable speaker rises from the ashes to shine again?
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leclaireur.fnac.com
14/11/2024
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Lab Test of the Champagne Beats Pill: A Powerful Speaker to Take Anywhere
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hablandodemanzanas.com
05/09/2024
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Beats Pill Speaker Review and Opinion • What Has Beats Done?
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rtings.com
15/08/2024
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Beats Pill Speaker Review RTINGS.com
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spider-mac.com
26/11/2025
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Review: Apple Beats Pill, the mini speaker challenging the giants
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iculture.nl
18/07/2024
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These are the best Bluetooth speakers for on the go
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global.techradar.com
29/07/2024
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