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Edifier QD35 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Audio output power:40.00 WBattery life:?IP rating:?Bluetooth version:5.3Weight:2640 g

Edifier QD35 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 QD35
6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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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Score components

80%

6.6

Technical score

20%

8.1

User score

â–²Better than 61% of portable speakers
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 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%

6.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 68%
6.6

Technical score

Technical score
6.6/ 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%

6.9

Audio

20%

7.1

Battery

18%

5.9

Durability

16%

6.0

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Controls

3%

6.7

Design

3%

5.3

Smart features

â–²Better than 51%
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 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%

9.2

User ratings

30%

5.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 72%
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Edifier QD35

Technical score
Technical score
6.6/ 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%

6.9

Audio

20%

7.1

Battery

18%

5.9

Durability

16%

6.0

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Controls

3%

6.7

Design

3%

5.3

Smart features

6.6
User score
User score
8.1/ 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%

9.2

User ratings

30%

5.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
5.5/ 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:
Edifier QD35 has a popularity score of 5.5 points, which is higher than 59.7% of products in this category.
5.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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%

6.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.8
Audio output power
40 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 40 W which is higher than that of 70.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.7% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
76 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 76 mm which is larger than that of 76.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.5% 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
60 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 60 Hz which is lower than that of 43.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 9.2% 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
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
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
?
Battery capacity
?
Charging time
?
Maximum charging input power
?
Built-in rechargeable battery
no
This portable speaker does not have a built-in rechargeable battery. 81.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
?
Water resistance
no
This portable speaker is not water resistant. 61.7% 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
?
Drop resistance
no
This portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating. 32.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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On-device controls placement
side
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Smartphone app control
yes
This portable speaker supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
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
2,640 g
This portable speaker weighs 2,640 g which is heavier than that of 77.4% of portable speakers.
Height
16.48 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 16.48 cm which is taller than that of 63.3% of portable speakers.
Width
27.78 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 27.78 cm which is wider than that of 75.2% of portable speakers.
Depth
14.17 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 14.17 cm which is deeper than that of 77.1% of portable speakers.
Carry options
none
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Companion app name
Edifier Connect
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
App
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Spotify Connect
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Edifier QD35 vs the average portable speaker

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  • 20,000 Hz higher maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 26 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (76 mm vs 50 mm).
    76 mm vs 50 mm
  • 6 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (6 vs 0).
    6 vs 0
  • 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.
  • 20 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (40 W vs 20 W).
    40 W vs 20 W
  • Has a power bank function
    This portable speaker has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • 5 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (85 dB vs 80 dB).
    85 dB vs 80 dB
  • 3 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (3 vs 0).
    3 vs 0
  • 20,000 Hz higher maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 26 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (76 mm vs 50 mm).
    76 mm vs 50 mm
  • 20 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (40 W vs 20 W).
    40 W vs 20 W
  • 5 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (85 dB vs 80 dB).
    85 dB vs 80 dB
  • Supports LDAC
    This portable speaker supports LDAC, while the average portable speaker does not support LDAC.
  • 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 a TOSLINK optical input
    This portable speaker has a TOSLINK optical input, while the average portable speaker does not have a TOSLINK optical input.
    Has a physical TOSLINK optical audio input.
  • 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
  • Has a power bank function
    This portable speaker has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • 6 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (6 vs 0).
    6 vs 0
  • 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
  • Supports firmware updates
    This portable speaker supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
    Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 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 have a built-in rechargeable battery
    This portable speaker 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
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    This portable speaker does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • Does not have a battery level indicator
    This portable speaker does not have a battery level indicator, while the average portable speaker has a battery level indicator.
  • 1,840 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (2,640 g vs 800 g).
    2,640 g vs 800 g
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • Does not have a built-in rechargeable battery
    This portable speaker does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the average portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery.
  • Does not have a battery level indicator
    This portable speaker does not have a battery level indicator, while the average portable speaker has a battery level indicator.
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 5 °C lower maximum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (35 °C vs 40 °C).
    35 °C vs 40 °C
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    This portable speaker does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • Does not support auto power-off
    This portable speaker does not support auto power-off, while the average portable speaker supports auto power-off.
    No automatic inactivity-based power-off.
  • 1,840 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (2,640 g vs 800 g).
    2,640 g vs 800 g
  • 9.68 cm wider
    This portable speaker is wider than the average portable speaker (27.8 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    27.78 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 5.87 cm deeper
    This portable speaker is deeper than the average portable speaker (14.2 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    14.17 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 4.08 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (16.5 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    16.48 cm vs 12.4 cm

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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 QD35

  • Striking cyberpunk industrial design with a clear front panel
  • Customisable and dynamic RGB lighting effects controllable via an app
  • High-Res Audio and High-Res Wireless certified with LDAC codec support
  • Built-in TurboGaN fast charging ports (USB-C up to 35W and USB-A up to 18W) to charge devices
  • Solid and robust build quality with smooth tactile physical controls
  • Clear mids and vocals with surprisingly loud output for its desktop footprint
  • Convenient built-in digital clock and customisable EQ presets via the app

What customers don't like about Edifier QD35

  • Lacks an internal battery and must remain plugged into a wall outlet, heavily limiting portability
  • Sub-bass depth can feel lacking and hollow depending on the music genre
  • Narrow soundstage and poor stereo separation due to its single-unit design
  • The gloss-black plastic surface acts as a prominent fingerprint magnet
  • The digital clock and branding display cannot be completely dimmed, making it too bright for bedside use
  • Lacks an IP water-resistance rating, making it unsuitable for outdoor use

Verdict

The Edifier QD35 is a unique tabletop speaker featuring a 3-inch mid-bass driver and a 1-inch treble driver that deliver a combined 40W RMS output across a 60Hz–40kHz frequency response. It is dual-certified for Hi-Res Audio and Hi-Res Audio Wireless with LDAC support over Bluetooth 5.3, while also offering physical AUX and USB-A inputs. Key advantages include an eye-catching transparent front panel with customizable 'Lumia Art' RGB lighting, an integrated real-time digital clock, customizable app-based EQ presets, and a built-in TurboGaN charging hub providing up to 35W power via USB-C and USB-A. However, despite its marketing, it is not truly portable as it lacks a built-in battery and must remain plugged into a wall outlet, lacks any water-resistance rating for outdoor use, and operates purely as a monophonic speaker rather than delivering true stereo sound.

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