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Klipsch Kmc 3 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350Audio output power:65.00 WBattery life:26 hoursIP rating:?Bluetooth version:2.1Weight:3500 g

Klipsch Kmc 3 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.

Klipsch Kmc 3
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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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
▲ Better than 70% of models
Score components

80%

6.8

Technical score

20%

8.1

User score

▲Better than 70% 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
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

▼Worse than 60%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 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
▲ Better than 63% of models
Score components

32%

7.6

Audio

20%

7.9

Battery

18%

6.9

Durability

16%

5.3

Connectivity

8%

4.2

Controls

3%

6.5

Design

3%

4.6

Smart features

▲Better than 63%
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 72%
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Klipsch Kmc 3

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 63% of models
Score components:

32%

7.6

Audio

20%

7.9

Battery

18%

6.9

Durability

16%

5.3

Connectivity

8%

4.2

Controls

3%

6.5

Design

3%

4.6

Smart features

6.8
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
7.0/ 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
▲ Better than 71% of models
Popularity:
Klipsch Kmc 3 has a popularity score of 7 points, which is higher than 71.1% of products in this category.
7.0
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

7.5
Audio output power
65 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 65 W which is higher than that of 84.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
50 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 50 mm which is larger than that of 43.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 10.2% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
3
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable speaker has 3 drivers, which is more than 70.1% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 11.5% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
3 dB
Market range: <3 dB – >6 dB
This portable speaker has a frequency response tolerance of 3 dB which is lower than that of 23.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 69.2% of portable speakers.
Lowest frequency
40 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 40 Hz which is lower than that of 74.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.6% 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
2.1
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 2.1 which is older than that of 92% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% 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; HFP; HSP
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
26 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 26 hours which is longer than that of 96.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% 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.
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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
yes
This portable speaker resists accidental impacts. 67.3% 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
yes
This portable speaker includes a remote control. 85.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
?
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Weight
3,500 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 3,500 g which is heavier than that of 83.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Height
18.3 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 18.3 cm which is taller than that of 70.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Width
?
Depth
13.97 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 13.97 cm which is deeper than that of 75.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Carry options
handle
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Companion app name
?
Firmware updates
?
Firmware update method
USB
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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Klipsch Kmc 3 vs the average portable speaker

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  • 14 hours longer battery life
    This portable speaker has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (26 hours vs 12 hours).
    26 hours vs 12 hours
  • 45 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (65 W vs 20 W).
    65 W vs 20 W
  • 13 dB SPL higher maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (105 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    105 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 4,000 Hz higher maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (24,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    24,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 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.
  • Resists accidental impacts
    This portable speaker resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • 20 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (40 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    40 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 45 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (65 W vs 20 W).
    65 W vs 20 W
  • 13 dB SPL higher maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (105 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    105 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 4,000 Hz higher maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (24,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    24,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 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 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (40 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    40 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 1 more speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 32 mm larger built-in subwoofer
    This portable speaker has a larger built-in subwoofer than the average portable speaker (133 mm vs 101 mm).
    133 mm vs 101 mm
  • Supports aptX
    This portable speaker supports aptX, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX.
  • 14 hours longer battery life
    This portable speaker has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (26 hours vs 12 hours).
    26 hours vs 12 hours
  • 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.
  • Resists accidental impacts
    This portable speaker resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • 5 °C higher maximum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (45 °C vs 40 °C).
    45 °C vs 40 °C
  • Includes a remote control
    This portable speaker includes a remote control, while the average portable speaker does not include a remote control.
  • 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.
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water 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.
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5
  • 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.
  • 3.89x more expensive
    Klipsch Kmc 3 is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£350 vs £90).
    £350 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.
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 2,700 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (3,500 g vs 800 g).
    3,500 g vs 800 g
  • 5.9 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (18.3 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    18.3 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 5.67 cm deeper
    This portable speaker is deeper than the average portable speaker (14 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    13.97 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 6 older
    This portable speaker was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2013 vs 2019).
    2013 vs 2019

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wired.com
17/09/2013
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11/10/2013
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whathifi.com
23/01/2014
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10/07/2013
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soundvisionreview.com
19/09/2014
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miniklangwunder.de
31/08/2015
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lesnumeriques.com
08/10/2013
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darty.com
03/01/2014
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lemondenumerique.ouest-france.fr
10/12/2013
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enceintesbluetooth.fr
04/04/2014
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07/11/2013
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whathifi.com
23/01/2014
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wired.com
17/09/2013
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11/10/2013
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fwd.nl
03/07/2013
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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 Klipsch Kmc 3

  • Powerful, room-filling volume that plays extremely loud without distortion
  • Deep, thunderous bass performance due to the built-in 5.25-inch subwoofer
  • Clear, dynamic sound reproduction that provides a live-concert feel
  • Convenient top panel touch-sensitive controls and an anti-slip phone slot
  • High-quality Bluetooth audio streaming with aptX codec support
  • Includes a USB port that acts as a power bank to charge mobile devices

What customers don't like about Klipsch Kmc 3

  • Lacks a built-in rechargeable battery, requiring 8 expensive D-cell batteries for portable use
  • Large, bulky, and heavy chassis makes it difficult to transport easily
  • The included wireless remote control feels cheaply made and has poor range
  • Sound profile can become overly boomy or thick, occasionally masking mid-range clarity and vocal nuances
  • No built-in visual battery life indicator except for a flashing power button
  • Lacks integrated equalizer (EQ) adjustments directly on the device to tone down the heavy bass

Verdict

The Klipsch Music Center KMC 3 is a heavy-duty 2.1-channel portable Bluetooth speaker featuring a bi-amplified digital system that delivers 130 watts of peak power (2x15W RMS for full-range drivers and 1x35W RMS for the subwoofer). Measuring 7.2” H x 17” W x 5.5” D and weighing 7.8 lbs, it houses dual 2-inch aluminum full-range drivers and a 5.25-inch long-throw subwoofer inside a dual-ported bass-reflex enclosure, offering a frequency response of 45Hz to 24kHz and a loud maximum acoustic output of 105 dB. Its major advantages include exceptionally powerful bass, crystal-clear audiophile-grade sound enhancement via aptX codec streaming, a functional USB device-charging port, and a maximum battery life of up to 26 hours on default volume. However, notable drawbacks include its bulky, non-waterproof design, a cheaply constructed infrared remote, the lack of a built-in battery indicator, and its reliance on eight cumbersome "D" cell batteries for wireless operation rather than an integrated rechargeable power pack.

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