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Ihome ID9 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Audio output power:10.00 WBattery life:4 hoursIP rating:?Bluetooth version:?Weight:1470 g

Ihome ID9 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.

Ihome ID9
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 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
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

80%

5.4

Technical score

20%

6.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 98% of portable speakers
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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 95% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 95%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 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 98% of models
Score components

32%

5.2

Audio

20%

3.9

Battery

18%

6.9

Durability

16%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

5.2

Controls

3%

7.7

Design

3%

4.5

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 98%
6.5

User score

User score
6.5/ 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 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

4.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 94%
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Ihome ID9

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 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 98% of models
Score components:

32%

5.2

Audio

20%

3.9

Battery

18%

6.9

Durability

16%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

5.2

Controls

3%

7.7

Design

3%

4.5

Smart features

5.4
User score
User score
6.5/ 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 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

4.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.5
Popularity
Popularity
4.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 51% of models
Popularity:
Ihome ID9 has a popularity score of 4.5 points, which is higher than 51.2% of products in this category.
4.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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 95% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.9
Audio output power
10 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 10 W which is lower than that of 66.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
32 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 32 mm which is smaller than that of 97.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
2
Market range: <0 – >5
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
?
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Bluetooth connectivity
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth audio. 94.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
?
Maximum Bluetooth range
?
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
4 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 4 hours which is shorter than that of 97.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.8% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
2,600 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 2,600 mAh which is larger than that of 49% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.4% of portable speakers.
Charging time
6 hours
Market range: <2 hours – >5 hours
This portable speaker has a charging time of 6 hours which is longer than that of 95.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.4% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
10 W
Market range: <5 W – >30 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
?
Water resistance
no
This portable speaker is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
?
Waterproof depth rating
?
Drop resistance
?
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On-device controls placement
front
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
yes
This portable speaker supports fast pairing. 77.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
1,470 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 1,470 g which is heavier than that of 64.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Height
5.2 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 5.2 cm which is shorter than that of 92.6% of portable speakers.
Width
32.766 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 32.766 cm which is wider than that of 85% of portable speakers.
Depth
?
Carry options
none
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Companion app name
?
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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Ihome ID9 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.
  • Supports fast pairing
    This portable speaker supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • 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.
  • Supports playback mute
    This portable speaker supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
    Speaker playback audio can be directly muted.
  • 7.2 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (5.2 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    5.2 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • Has a sleep timer
    This portable speaker has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
    A selectable timer can stop playback or power the speaker down.
  • 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.
  • Includes a power adapter
    This portable speaker includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • Supports fast pairing
    This portable speaker supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Has an FM radio
    This portable speaker has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
  • Supports playback mute
    This portable speaker supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
    Speaker playback audio can be directly muted.
  • Has a sleep timer
    This portable speaker has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
    A selectable timer can stop playback or power the speaker down.
  • 7.2 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (5.2 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    5.2 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 8 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 12 hours).
    4 hours vs 12 hours
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 3 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (6 hours vs 3 hours).
    6 hours vs 3 hours
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 18 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (32 mm vs 50 mm).
    32 mm vs 50 mm
  • 28 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (52 dB vs 80 dB).
    52 dB vs 80 dB
  • Does not support Bluetooth audio
    This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio.
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 9.2% worse value for money
    Ihome ID9 offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (6.91 vs 7.5).
    6.91 vs 7.55
  • 22.7% lower user score
    User score
    6.5/ 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
    Ihome ID9 has a lower user score than the average portable speaker (6.52 vs 8).
    6.52 vs 8
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 18 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (32 mm vs 50 mm).
    32 mm vs 50 mm
  • 28 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (52 dB vs 80 dB).
    52 dB vs 80 dB
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 10 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (10 W vs 20 W).
    10 W vs 20 W
  • Does not support Bluetooth audio
    This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio.
  • 8 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 12 hours).
    4 hours vs 12 hours
  • 3 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (6 hours vs 3 hours).
    6 hours vs 3 hours
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water 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 provide voice prompts
    This portable speaker does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
  • 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.
  • 14.67 cm wider
    This portable speaker is wider than the average portable speaker (32.8 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    32.766 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 670 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (1,470 g vs 800 g).
    1,470 g vs 800 g
  • 8 older
    This portable speaker was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2011 vs 2019).
    2011 vs 2019

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

M
macenstein.com
07/03/2011
Summary of the review
Review: iHome's iD9 Portable App-friendly Rechargeable Speaker System for iPad/iPhone/iPodGo to product viewer dialog for this item.
M
mactech.com
11/03/2011
Summary of the review
iHome iD9 speaker system offers great sound for its size
T
thedigitalstory.com
12/03/2011
Summary of the review
Review: iHome iD9 Portable Speaker System for iOS DevicesGo to product viewer dialog for this item.
T
the-gadgeteer.com
30/03/2011
Summary of the review
iHome iD9 Portable Rechargeable Stereo Speaker System for iPad/iPhone/iPod Review
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ilounge.com
14/05/2021
Summary of the review
iHome iD9 Portable Rechargeable Speaker for iPad/iPhone/iPod www.iphonespeakerreviews.com
M
mobiletechreview.com
01/03/2011
Summary of the review
iHome iD9 Speaker Dock for iPhone, iPod and iPad

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Ihome ID9

  • Sleek and aesthetically pleasing design
  • Impressive built-in rechargeable battery life
  • Good sound clarity and volume for its compact size
  • Charges docked iOS devices while playing music
  • Accommodates iPads in portrait mode and fits many slim cases
  • Excellent stereo separation from side-angled speakers
  • Seamless integration with iHome alarm clock and radio apps
  • Includes an auxiliary line-in port for non-docking devices

What customers don't like about Ihome ID9

  • Audio quality lacks a deep or heavy bass response
  • Awkward dock connector angle makes aligning/placing devices difficult
  • Does not include a remote control (sold separately)
  • Lacks a protective travel case or pouch for transport
  • At over 3 pounds, it is heavier than some alternative portable options
  • Sound can struggle to project clearly in large or open outdoor spaces

Verdict

The iHome iD9 is a portable, rechargeable speaker dock measuring 12.9 x 4.06 x 2.06 inches and weighing 3.25 pounds, specifically designed to play and charge 30-pin Apple iOS devices like legacy iPads, iPhones, and iPods. Key features include dual Reson8 sealed speaker enclosures, SRS TruBass sound enhancement circuitry, a built-in 2600mAh lithium-ion battery delivering up to 4.5 hours of playback, and a 3.5mm auxiliary line-in jack for non-Apple sources. Main advantages include its sleek design, the ability to charge docked Apple devices when connected via the 9V AC adapter, and full compatibility with custom iHome companion apps for alarm clock and internet radio features. However, significant drawbacks include its lack of Bluetooth or wireless connectivity, a lack of low-end bass depth, the exclusion of a remote control, and its complete incompatibility with newer Apple Lightning or USB-C connectors without adapters.

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