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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£90
  • Avg. price in US: ~$50
  • Audio output power: 3.00 W
  • Battery life: 10 hours
  • IP rating: IPX7
  • Bluetooth version: 4.2
  • Weight: 251 g

Harman Kardon Neo 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.

6.6

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%

5.9

Technical Score

20.0%

9.3

User score

Good
5.9

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%

5.7

Audio

20.0%

5.1

Battery

18.0%

7.8

Durability

16.0%

5.9

Connectivity

8.0%

4.1

Controls

3.0%

9.3

Design

3.0%

4.2

Smart features

Good
9.3

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%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

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  • 8.0
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    5.7

    IP rating

    20.0%

    10

    Weight

    15.0%

    4.0

    Battery life

  • 4.1
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.0

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    4.0

    Battery life

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

    15.0%

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    Party mode

  • 4.3
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.0

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    1.0

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

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Verdict

The Harman Kardon Neo is a compact, palm-sized portable speaker measuring 110 x 110 x 34.1mm and weighing 251g. It features a single 40mm transducer that produces 3W RMS output power with a frequency response of 130Hz to 20kHz and a signal-to-noise ratio over 80dB. Key advantages include an IPX7 waterproof rating, a premium metal housing with a sturdy transport strap, an echo-cancelling speakerphone, Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity, a 3.5mm auxiliary input, and a 1000mAh lithium-ion polymer battery that provides up to 10 hours of playtime with a 3-hour recharge time via USB-C. However, the speaker suffers from limited bass response due to its small size, audible background speaker hiss when idling, and inconsistent, mushy physical button feedback.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Harman Kardon Neo

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%

5.7

Audio

20.0%

5.1

Battery

18.0%

7.8

Durability

16.0%

5.9

Connectivity

8.0%

4.1

Controls

3.0%

9.3

Design

3.0%

4.2

Smart features

5.9
Harman Kardon Neo has a technical score of 5.91 points, which is lower than 91.8% 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%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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4.3
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4.6
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.3
Harman Kardon Neo has a user score of 9.31 points, which is higher than 86.7% 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
Harman Kardon Neo 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%

6.6

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.6
Harman Kardon Neo has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.6 points, which is lower than 59.4% 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

3.00 W
Harman Kardon Neo has an audio output power of 3.00 W which is lower than that of 91.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.8% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 3.00 W.
Driver unit size
What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 50 mm

40.00 mm
Harman Kardon Neo has a driver unit size of 40.00 mm which is smaller than that of 76.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 13.2% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 40.00 mm.
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

1
Harman Kardon Neo has 1 drivers, which is fewer than 75.6% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 24.4% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 1.
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

130.00 Hz
Harman Kardon Neo has a lowest frequency of 130.00 Hz which is higher than that of 91.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 130.00 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
Harman Kardon Neo 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

4.2
Harman Kardon Neo supports Bluetooth version 4.2 which is older than that of 53.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 17.8% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 4.2.
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

10.00 m
Harman Kardon Neo has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10.00 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range: 10.00 m.
Bluetooth profiles supported
What it is: The Bluetooth operating profiles available for playback, control, or calls.
When it matters: When Bluetooth playback, control, and call compatibility depend on specific profiles.

Importance: LOW

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

no
Harman Kardon Neo does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 h

10 hours
Harman Kardon Neo has a battery life of 10 hours which is shorter than that of 53.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 12.9% 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

1,000 mAh
Harman Kardon Neo has a battery capacity of 1,000 mAh which is smaller than that of 87.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.1% 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

3 hours
Harman Kardon Neo 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
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

2.5 W
Harman Kardon Neo has a maximum charging input power of 2.5 W which is lower than that of 97.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% 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
Harman Kardon Neo 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+

IPX7
Harman Kardon Neo has an IP rating of IPX7 which provides better ingress protection than 47.6% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 25.2% 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
Harman Kardon Neo 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

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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
Harman Kardon Neo 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

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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
Harman Kardon Neo 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

no
Harman Kardon Neo does not support smartphone app control. 54% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
Remote control
What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated remote control is supplied or supported.
When it matters: When you want to control playback from across the room.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Harman Kardon Neo 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

no
Harman Kardon Neo does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No qualifying fast-pair capability; initial pairing is manual or standard.
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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

251 g
Harman Kardon Neo weighs 251 g which is lighter than that of 84.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% 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

11 cm
Harman Kardon Neo has a height of 11 cm which is shorter than that of 55.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.7% 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

11 cm
Harman Kardon Neo has a width of 11 cm which is narrower than that of 71% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% 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

3.41 cm
Harman Kardon Neo has a depth of 3.41 cm which is shallower than that of 96% 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

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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

no
Harman Kardon Neo does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No supported user-accessible firmware update path.
Firmware update method
What it is: The path used to install firmware updates on the speaker.
When it matters: When the convenience and reliability of installing updates matters.

Importance: LOW

USB
Voice assistant support
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can work with supported voice assistants.
When it matters: When hands-free control through a compatible assistant matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Harman Kardon Neo does not support voice assistants. 26.5% 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
Harman Kardon Neo does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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Harman Kardon Neo vs the average portable speaker

  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    Harman Kardon Neo 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

    Harman Kardon Neo has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).1 m vs 0 m
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    Harman Kardon Neo provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
    What it is: Indicates whether sound is spread evenly in all directions.
    When it matters: When even sound coverage around the speaker matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Harman Kardon Neo provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    Harman Kardon Neo 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.
    What it is: Indicates whether the device uses a USB Type-C connector.
    When it matters: When modern charging and connection compatibility matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Harman Kardon Neo has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
  • Better ingress protection
    Harman Kardon Neo has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX7 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+

    Harman Kardon Neo has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX7 vs IPX5).IPX7 vs IPX5
  • 549 g lighter
    Harman Kardon Neo is lighter than the average portable speaker (251 g vs 800 g).
    What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
    When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <= 1000 g

    Harman Kardon Neo is lighter than the average portable speaker (251 g vs 800 g).251 g vs 800 g
  • 4.89 cm shallower
    Harman Kardon Neo is shallower than the average portable speaker (3.4 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    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

    Harman Kardon Neo is shallower than the average portable speaker (3.4 cm vs 8.3 cm).3.41 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 16.3% higher user score
    Harman Kardon Neo has a higher user score than the average portable speaker (9.31 vs 8.000).
    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.
    Harman Kardon Neo has a higher user score than the average portable speaker (9.31 vs 8.000).9.31 vs 8
  • 7.1 cm narrower
    Harman Kardon Neo is narrower than the average portable speaker (11 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    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

    Harman Kardon Neo is narrower than the average portable speaker (11 cm vs 18.1 cm).11 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    Harman Kardon Neo provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    Harman Kardon Neo has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    Harman Kardon Neo has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
  • Better ingress protection
    Harman Kardon Neo has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX7 vs IPX5).
  • 549 g lighter
    Harman Kardon Neo is lighter than the average portable speaker (251 g vs 800 g).
  • 4.89 cm shallower
    Harman Kardon Neo is shallower than the average portable speaker (3.4 cm vs 8.3 cm).
  • 7.1 cm narrower
    Harman Kardon Neo is narrower than the average portable speaker (11 cm vs 18.1 cm).

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Design
  • 70 Hz less deep bass extension
    Harman Kardon Neo has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (130 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 130.00 Hz.
  • 17 W less audio output power
    Harman Kardon Neo has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (3 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 3.00 W.
  • 10 mm smaller main driver
    Harman Kardon Neo has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (40 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 40.00 mm.
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    Harman Kardon Neo has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    Acoustic drivers: 1.
  • 0.8 Bluetooth levels older
    Harman Kardon Neo has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4.2 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 4.2.
  • 1,600 mAh less battery capacity
    Harman Kardon Neo has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
  • 7.5 W lower charging input power
    Harman Kardon Neo has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (2.5 W vs 10 W).
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    Harman Kardon Neo has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (10 hours vs 12 hours).
  • 10 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    Harman Kardon Neo has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (10 °C vs 0 °C).
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Harman Kardon Neo does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    Harman Kardon Neo does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
    True left/right stereo pairing: not supported.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    Harman Kardon Neo does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
    Does not support True Wireless Stereo speaker linking.
  • Does not provide voice prompts
    Harman Kardon Neo does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
  • 70 Hz less deep bass extension
    Harman Kardon Neo has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (130 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 130.00 Hz.
    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

    Harman Kardon Neo has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (130 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).130.00 Hz vs 60.00 Hz
  • 17 W less audio output power
    Harman Kardon Neo has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (3 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 3.00 W.
    What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
    When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 20 W

    Harman Kardon Neo has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (3 W vs 20.00 W).3.00 W vs 20.00 W
  • 1,600 mAh less battery capacity
    Harman Kardon Neo has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,000 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

    Harman Kardon Neo has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).1000 mAh vs 2600 mAh
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Harman Kardon Neo does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
    What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.
    When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Harman Kardon Neo does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
  • 7.5 W lower charging input power
    Harman Kardon Neo has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (2.5 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

    Harman Kardon Neo has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (2.5 W vs 10 W).2.5 W vs 10 W
  • 10 mm smaller main driver
    Harman Kardon Neo has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (40 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 40.00 mm.
    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

    Harman Kardon Neo has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (40 mm vs 50.00 mm).40.00 mm vs 50.00 mm
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    Harman Kardon Neo does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
    True left/right stereo pairing: not supported.
    What it is: Indicates whether two compatible speakers can form a stereo pair.
    When it matters: When two compatible speakers should form separate left and right channels.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Harman Kardon Neo does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    Harman Kardon Neo does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
    Does not support True Wireless Stereo speaker linking.
    What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports true wireless speaker-to-speaker pairing.
    When it matters: When two compatible speakers should pair wirelessly for stereo playback.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Harman Kardon Neo does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Harman Kardon Neo?

  • Elegant and premium design with an aluminum housing
  • Compact, lightweight, and highly portable palm-sized form factor
  • Impressive volume output and clarity for its small 3-watt size
  • Excellent mid-range performance and clear vocal reproduction
  • Reliable IPX7 waterproof rating for outdoor or poolside use
  • Echo-cancelling speakerphone capability ideal for conference calls
  • Modern USB-C charging port and 3.5mm auxiliary line-in jack

What customers dislike about Harman Kardon Neo?

  • Weak bass response and lack of a dedicated subwoofer or passive radiator
  • Outdated Bluetooth 4.2 technology resulting in occasional connectivity issues
  • Battery life sometimes falls short of the advertised 10 hours at higher volumes
  • A soft background hiss or white noise can be heard when audio is paused
  • Audio distortion can occur when the volume is pushed near 100%
  • The integrated carrying strap is non-removable
  • The power and volume buttons feel mushy or inconsistent to press

Expert reviews

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theaureview.com
06/10/2020
Summary of the review
Harman Kardon NeoGo to product viewer dialogue for this item. Review: Punching well above its weight
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tech360.tv
04/03/2020
Summary of the review
Harman Kardon Neo Review: Plenty of Power in This Small Package

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