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Boat Stone Spinx Pro Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£25Audio output power:20.00 WBattery life:8 hoursIP rating:IPX4Bluetooth version:5.0Weight:940 g

Boat Stone Spinx Pro 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.

6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Speakers category.
Score distribution
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80%

6.0

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 89% of portable speakers
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 85%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

32%

6.3

Audio

20%

4.8

Battery

18%

6.1

Durability

16%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

7.2

Controls

3%

8.7

Design

3%

5.1

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 81%
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User score

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

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £25
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Boat Stone Spinx Pro

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

32%

6.3

Audio

20%

4.8

Battery

18%

6.1

Durability

16%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

7.2

Controls

3%

8.7

Design

3%

5.1

Smart features

6.0
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Boat Stone Spinx Pro has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 59.2% of products in this category.
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Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.2
Audio output power
20 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 20 W which is higher than that of 46.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.4% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
57 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 57 mm which is larger than that of 63.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.7% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
2
This portable speaker has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
40 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 40 Hz which is lower than that of 74.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.6% of portable speakers.
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
5
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 5 which is newer than that of 46.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 24.4% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
?
Bluetooth LE Audio
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
8 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 8 hours which is shorter than that of 68.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.6% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
2000 mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 2000 mAh which is smaller than that of 64.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Charging time
4 hours
This portable speaker has a charging time of 4 hours which is longer than that of 67% of portable speakers and equal to that of 19.3% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
10 W
This portable speaker has a maximum charging input power of 10 W which is higher than that of 44.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 26.1% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
yes
This portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
IPX4
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IPX4 which provides worse ingress protection than 77.7% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 21% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
yes
This portable speaker is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
no
This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant. 51.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
Not waterproof m
This portable speaker is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of portable speakers have a native waterproof depth rating.
Drop resistance
yes
This portable speaker resists accidental impacts. 67.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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On-device controls placement
?
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Smartphone app control
no
This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control. 54% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
Remote control
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
no
This portable speaker does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
940 g
This portable speaker weighs 940 g which is heavier than that of 54.7% of portable speakers.
Height
?
Width
9.1 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 9.1 cm which is narrower than that of 79.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Depth
9.1 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 9.1 cm which is deeper than that of 56.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Carry options
strap/handle
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Companion app name
boAt Hearables
Firmware updates
no
This portable speaker does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Firmware update method
?
Voice assistant support
yes
This portable speaker supports voice assistants. 73.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports direct voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Boat Stone Spinx Pro vs the average portable speaker

246810TotalAudioConnectivityBatteryDurabilityControlsDesignSmart features
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • Resists accidental impacts
    This portable speaker resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • 20 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (40 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    40 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 1 more USB ports
    This portable speaker has more USB ports than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
  • Supports voice assistants
    This portable speaker supports voice assistants, while the average portable speaker does not support voice assistants.
    Supports direct voice-assistant control.
  • 7 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (57 mm vs 50 mm).
    57 mm vs 50 mm
  • 3.6x cheaper
    Boat Stone Spinx Pro is cheaper than the average portable speaker (£25 vs £90).
    £25 vs £90
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • 20 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (40 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    40 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 7 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (57 mm vs 50 mm).
    57 mm vs 50 mm
  • 1 more USB ports
    This portable speaker has more USB ports than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
  • Has an external memory card slot
    This portable speaker has an external memory card slot, while the average portable speaker does not have an external memory card slot.
    Has a removable memory-card slot for playback.
  • Resists accidental impacts
    This portable speaker resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • Has an FM radio
    This portable speaker has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
  • 9 cm narrower
    This portable speaker is narrower than the average portable speaker (9.1 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    9.1 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • Supports voice assistants
    This portable speaker supports voice assistants, while the average portable speaker does not support voice assistants.
    Supports direct voice-assistant control.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).
    8 hours vs 12 hours
  • 2,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
    4 hours vs 3 hours
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 600 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    2,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Worse ingress protection
    This portable speaker has worse ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX4 vs IPX5).
    IPX4 vs IPX5
  • 4.21x less popular
    Boat Stone Spinx Pro is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 4.6% worse value for money
    Boat Stone Spinx Pro offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (7.21 vs 7.5).
    7.21 vs 7.55
  • 2,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).
    8 hours vs 12 hours
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
    4 hours vs 3 hours
  • 600 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    2,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • Worse ingress protection
    This portable speaker has worse ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX4 vs IPX5).
    IPX4 vs IPX5
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.

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What customers like about Boat Stone Spinx Pro

  • Affordable pricing offering good value for money under the 2500 INR segment
  • Sturdy and elegant build quality with a premium woven fabric texture
  • Appealing multi-preset RGB LED lights that can sync with the music
  • Versatile connectivity options including Bluetooth, AUX, USB, TF SD card, and FM radio
  • Loud 20W RMS output with clear sound and decent bass for indoor rooms
  • Useful addition of an inline microphone for hands-free calling

What customers don't like about Boat Stone Spinx Pro

  • Mixed reviews on audio clarity with some users reporting lack of sharpness at high frequencies
  • Slow battery charging time taking roughly 3 to 4 hours with no dedicated fast charging
  • Absence of a clear battery level charging indicator on the device body
  • Only IPX4 splash resistance rating instead of a fully waterproof build
  • Relatively bulky and heavy design weighing close to 937 grams for a portable speaker
  • Actual battery playback time drops significantly below 8 hours when RGB lights are active

Verdict

The boAt Stone Spinx Pro is a portable cylindrical Bluetooth 5.0 speaker featuring dual 57mm dynamic drivers that deliver a 20W RMS output with a frequency response of 40Hz to 18kHz. Weighing 940 grams and measuring 227x91x91mm, it is highly versatile with True Wireless Stereo (TWS) pairing, dynamic RGB LED lights, an integrated microphone for hands-free calling, and comprehensive connectivity options via AUX, USB, and TF/microSD slots. Key advantages include its punchy signature bass, multi-input flexibility, a reliable 2000mAh battery providing up to 8 to 9 hours of playback, and a rugged woven-fabric exterior. However, it lacks a dedicated companion app, relies on an older Bluetooth 5.0 standard, feels somewhat bulky for ultra-portable use, and features a relatively low IPX4 splash resistance rating that only covers minor sweat or water droplets rather than full immersion.

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