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Edifier Hecate G100 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£20Audio output power:3.00 WBattery life:6 hoursIP rating:IP67Bluetooth version:5.3Weight:62.5 g

Edifier Hecate G100 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.

Edifier Hecate G100
5.3/10

Overall score

Score
5.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

80%

5.5

Technical score

20%

4.3

User score

â–¼Worse than 99% of portable speakers
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

70%

5.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 98%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

32%

5.1

Audio

20%

4.1

Battery

18%

6.2

Durability

16%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

7.3

Controls

3%

9.3

Design

3%

5.3

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 96%
4.3

User score

User score
4.3/ 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%

5.2

User ratings

30%

2.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 99%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £20
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Edifier Hecate G100

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

32%

5.1

Audio

20%

4.1

Battery

18%

6.2

Durability

16%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

7.3

Controls

3%

9.3

Design

3%

5.3

Smart features

5.5
User score
User score
4.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

5.2

User ratings

30%

2.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
4.3
Popularity
Popularity
2.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Popularity:
Edifier Hecate G100 has a popularity score of 2.1 points, which is lower than 57.5% of products in this category.
2.1
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

70%

5.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.7
Audio output power
3 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 3 W which is lower than that of 91.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.8% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
40 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 40 mm which is smaller than that of 76.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 13.2% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable speaker has 1 drivers, which is fewer than 75.6% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 24.4% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
200 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 200 Hz which is higher than that of 98.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.8% 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
5.3
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker 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.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Market range: <10 m – >30 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
A2DP; AVRCP
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
6 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 6 hours which is shorter than that of 84.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
500 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 500 mAh which is smaller than that of 96.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.6% of portable speakers.
Charging time
3 hours
Market range: <2 hours – >5 hours
This portable speaker has a charging time of 3 hours which is shorter than that of 35.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 35.1% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
5 W
Market range: <5 W – >30 W
This portable speaker 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
yes
This portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
IP67
This portable speaker 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
no
This portable speaker is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
?
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
62.5 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 62.5 g which is lighter than that of 99.3% of portable speakers.
Height
3.59 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 3.59 cm which is shorter than that of 98.2% of portable speakers.
Width
?
Depth
3.59 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 3.59 cm which is shallower than that of 95.3% of portable speakers.
Carry options
strap/handle
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Companion app name
?
Firmware updates
yes
This portable speaker supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
Firmware update method
?
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% 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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Edifier Hecate G100 vs the average portable speaker

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  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
    IP67 vs IPX5
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    This portable speaker provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
  • 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.
  • 737.5 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (62.5 g vs 800 g).
    62.5 g vs 800 g
  • 3 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (3 vs 0).
    3 vs 0
  • 60 ms lower audio latency
    This portable speaker has lower audio latency than the average portable speaker (25 ms vs 85 ms).
    25 ms vs 85 ms
  • 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.
  • 4.5x cheaper
    Edifier Hecate G100 is cheaper than the average portable speaker (£20 vs £90).
    £20 vs £90
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    This portable speaker provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
  • 60 ms lower audio latency
    This portable speaker has lower audio latency than the average portable speaker (25 ms vs 85 ms).
    25 ms vs 85 ms
  • 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.
  • 0.3 Bluetooth levels newer
    This portable speaker has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.3 vs 5).
    5.3 vs 5
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
    IP67 vs IPX5
  • 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.
  • 3 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (3 vs 0).
    3 vs 0
  • 737.5 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (62.5 g vs 800 g).
    62.5 g vs 800 g
  • 8.81 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (3.6 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    3.59 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 4.71 cm shallower
    This portable speaker is shallower than the average portable speaker (3.6 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    3.59 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • Supports firmware updates
    This portable speaker supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
    Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
  • 6 newer
    This portable speaker was released more recently than the average portable speaker (2025 vs 2019).
    2025 vs 2019
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 140 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (200 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    200 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (6 hours vs 12 hours).
    6 hours vs 12 hours
  • 2,100 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 17 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (3 W vs 20 W).
    3 W vs 20 W
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 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.
  • 10 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (40 mm vs 50 mm).
    40 mm vs 50 mm
  • 12.8% worse value for money
    Edifier Hecate G100 offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (6.69 vs 7.5).
    6.69 vs 7.55
  • 86.8% lower user score
    User score
    4.3/ 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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    the average portable speaker
    Edifier Hecate G100 has a lower user score than the average portable speaker (4.28 vs 8).
    4.28 vs 8
  • 140 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (200 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    200 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 17 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (3 W vs 20 W).
    3 W vs 20 W
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 10 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (40 mm vs 50 mm).
    40 mm vs 50 mm
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (6 hours vs 12 hours).
    6 hours vs 12 hours
  • 2,100 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    This portable speaker has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
    5 W vs 10 W
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Edifier Hecate G100

  • Extremely compact and lightweight design (only 62.5 grams), making it highly portable.
  • Features a built-in magnetic base that seamlessly attaches to iPhones via MagSafe and doubles as a phone stand.
  • Stable and modern wireless connectivity powered by Bluetooth 5.3.
  • Visually appealing customizable RGB ambient lighting that enhances the gaming aesthetic.
  • Provides built-in audio voice prompts to announce low battery warnings and pairing status.
  • Equipped with functional physical buttons to quickly cycle through audio modes and lighting effects.

What customers don't like about Edifier Hecate G100

  • Lacks deep low-frequency performance and powerful bass due to its tiny 40mm driver size.
  • Audio can become slightly distorted or 'boomy' when pushed to maximum volumes.
  • Relatively short battery life, maxing out at roughly 6 hours of active playback.
  • Does not feature a dedicated mobile application for custom EQ tuning or advanced visual configuration.
  • Voice prompt announcements are noticeably loud upon startup and connection.

Verdict

The Edifier HECATE G100 is an ultra-lightweight, portable Bluetooth 5.3 speaker weighing just 62.5 grams, designed with a distinct "cyber style" look featuring integrated RGB lighting. Its main characteristics include a 40mm dynamic driver that delivers 3W of output power, a 500mAh built-in battery offering up to 6 hours of playback, and support for A2DP and AVRCP audio protocols. The speaker's primary advantages are its extreme portability, dual sound modes optimized for gaming and standard audio, and a built-in magnetic base that allows it to easily attach to surfaces like smartphones, bike handlebars, or refrigerators. On the downside, its frequency response is limited to 200Hz–15kHz, resulting in a noticeable lack of deep bass, and its mono sound configuration may not provide enough power to fill larger spaces.

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