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House of Marley Bag Of Riddim Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£280Audio output power:40.00 WBattery life:10 hoursIP rating:IPX4Bluetooth version:?Weight:?

House of Marley Bag Of Riddim 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.

House of Marley Bag Of Riddim
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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
â–² Better than 54% of models
Score components

80%

6.3

Technical score

20%

8.8

User score

â–²Better than 54% of portable speakers
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 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 60% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 60%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 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 68% of models
Score components

32%

7.5

Audio

20%

6.6

Battery

18%

5.0

Durability

16%

6.0

Connectivity

8%

4.0

Controls

3%

7.8

Design

3%

3.9

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 68%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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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â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

7.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 84%
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker House of Marley Bag Of Riddim

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 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 68% of models
Score components:

32%

7.5

Audio

20%

6.6

Battery

18%

5.0

Durability

16%

6.0

Connectivity

8%

4.0

Controls

3%

7.8

Design

3%

3.9

Smart features

6.3
User score
User score
8.8/ 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–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

7.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.8
Popularity
Popularity
7.9/ 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–² Better than 77% of models
Popularity:
House of Marley Bag Of Riddim has a popularity score of 7.9 points, which is higher than 77.1% of products in this category.
7.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
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 60% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

7.5
Audio output power
40 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 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
114 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 114 mm which is larger than that of 91.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
4
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable speaker has 4 drivers, which is more than 81.7% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 11.9% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
50 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 50 Hz which is lower than that of 59.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 9.1% 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
?
Maximum Bluetooth range
15 m
Market range: <10 m – >30 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 15 m which is longer than that of 75.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.1% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
A2DP; AVRCP; HFP
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
10 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker 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
?
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.
Rechargeable operation requires an optional or separately sold battery accessory.
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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
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
top
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
?
Height
15 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 15 cm which is taller than that of 58.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Width
?
Depth
17.5 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 17.5 cm which is deeper than that of 85.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Carry options
strap/handle/shoulder
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Companion app name
?
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
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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House of Marley Bag Of Riddim vs the average portable speaker

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  • 64 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (114 mm vs 50 mm).
    114 mm vs 50 mm
  • 2 more speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • Includes a subwoofer
    This portable speaker includes a subwoofer, while the average portable speaker does not include a subwoofer.
    Has an integrated active subwoofer driver.
  • 5 m longer Bluetooth range
    This portable speaker has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (15 m vs 10 m).
    15 m vs 10 m
  • 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 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.
  • Has a removable battery
    This portable speaker has a removable battery, while the average portable speaker does not have a removable battery.
  • 10.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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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    House of Marley Bag Of Riddim has a higher user score than the average portable speaker (8.81 vs 8).
    8.81 vs 8
  • 64 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (114 mm vs 50 mm).
    114 mm vs 50 mm
  • 2 more speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • Includes a subwoofer
    This portable speaker includes a subwoofer, while the average portable speaker does not include a subwoofer.
    Has an integrated active subwoofer driver.
  • 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 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
  • 10 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (50 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    50 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 5 m longer Bluetooth range
    This portable speaker has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (15 m vs 10 m).
    15 m vs 10 m
  • 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.
  • Has a removable battery
    This portable speaker has a removable battery, while the average portable speaker does not have a removable battery.
  • Includes a power adapter
    This portable speaker includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • Has an FM radio
    This portable speaker has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
  • Includes a travel bag
    This portable speaker includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Rechargeable operation requires an optional or separately sold battery accessory.
  • 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.
  • 3.11x more expensive
    House of Marley Bag Of Riddim is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£280 vs £90).
    £280 vs £90
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 13 mm smaller built-in subwoofer
    This portable speaker has a smaller built-in subwoofer than the average portable speaker (88 mm vs 101 mm).
    88 mm vs 101 mm
  • 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.
    Rechargeable operation requires an optional or separately sold battery accessory.
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (10 hours vs 12 hours).
    10 hours vs 12 hours
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 9.2 cm deeper
    This portable speaker is deeper than the average portable speaker (17.5 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    17.5 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 7 older
    This portable speaker was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2012 vs 2019).
    2012 vs 2019

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ilounge.com
14/05/2021
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eftm.com
25/11/2016
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Get some Riddim with House of Marley Bag of Riddim 2 - EFTMGo to product viewer dialogue for this item.
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cnet.com
18/05/2012
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geekscape.net
04/01/2017
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computerbild.de
01/04/2014
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connect.de
28/05/2014
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hardware.info
22/09/2019
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04/01/2018
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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 House of Marley Bag Of Riddim

  • Powerful room-filling sound with deep, punchy bass
  • Eco-friendly construction featuring solid bamboo and sustainable REWIND fabric
  • Unique, eye-catching boombox aesthetic with high visual appeal
  • Convenient transport via a high-quality removable canvas bag with a shoulder strap
  • Clear, crisp highs and solid vocal performance at moderate volumes

What customers don't like about House of Marley Bag Of Riddim

  • Sound can distort, become upper-bass heavy, or suffer from port noise at maximum volumes
  • High premium price tag compared to alternative portable speakers on the market
  • Noticeably large, heavy, and bulky to carry over long distances
  • Older versions required multiple D-cell batteries for wireless use and lacked rechargeable power
  • The charging power plug can be awkward or completely inaccessible while the travel bag is fully fitted
  • Occasional Bluetooth pairing delays or issues during the initial setup

Verdict

The House of Marley Bag of Riddim is an eco-friendly portable Bluetooth speaker featuring dual 3.5-inch woofers, dual 1-inch tweeters, and two bass reflex ports that deliver a powerful 40W total output with a frequency response of 60Hz to 20kHz. Its standout pros include a distinctive, sustainable design crafted from a solid bamboo faceplate and a removable travel bag made of recycled REWIND fabric, alongside useful features like an integrated USB power bank port, an auxiliary input, IPX4 splash protection, and up to 10 hours of rechargeable battery life. However, notable cons include its relatively heavy and bulky footprint at roughly 4.5 to 5.6 kg, the lack of an integrated battery level indicator, and a sound profile that can become muddy or upper-bass heavy when pushed past 80% volume.

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