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Kygo B9 800 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£25Audio output power:20.00 WBattery life:8 hoursIP rating:IPX7Bluetooth version:4.2Weight:990 g

Kygo B9 800 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.

Kygo B9 800
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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
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%

6.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 57% of portable speakers
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 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–² Better than 50% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 50%
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 51% of models
Score components

32%

6.0

Audio

20%

5.7

Battery

18%

7.5

Durability

16%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

7.4

Controls

3%

8.5

Design

3%

8.5

Smart features

â–²Better than 51%
6.7

User score

User score
6.7/ 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 93% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

4.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 93%
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Kygo B9 800

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 51% of models
Score components:

32%

6.0

Audio

20%

5.7

Battery

18%

7.5

Durability

16%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

7.4

Controls

3%

8.5

Design

3%

8.5

Smart features

6.6
User score
User score
6.7/ 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 93% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

4.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.7
Popularity
Popularity
4.6/ 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 52% of models
Popularity:
Kygo B9 800 has a popularity score of 4.6 points, which is higher than 52.3% of products in this category.
4.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.6
Audio output power
20 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 20 W which is higher than that of 46.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.4% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
44 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 44 mm which is smaller than that of 69.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.7% 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
75 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 75 Hz which is higher than that of 66% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.3% 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
4.2
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker 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.
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
8 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 8 hours which is shorter than that of 68.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.6% 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
3 hours
Market range: <2 hours – >5 hours
This portable speaker 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
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
IPX7
This portable speaker 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
yes
This portable speaker is water resistant. 38.3% 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
1 m
Market range: <0 m – >1 m
This portable speaker 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
?
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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
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
990 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 990 g which is heavier than that of 56.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Height
7.5 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 7.5 cm which is shorter than that of 75.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.2% of portable speakers.
Width
21 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 21 cm which is wider than that of 59.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.7% of portable speakers.
Depth
8.7 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 8.7 cm which is deeper than that of 52.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.8% of portable speakers.
Carry options
?
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Companion app name
Google Home
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
OTA; App
Voice assistant support
yes
This portable speaker supports voice assistants. 73.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports direct voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
yes
This portable speaker supports Spotify Connect. 89.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Kygo B9 800 vs the average portable speaker

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  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    This portable speaker 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
    This portable speaker provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
  • Has Chromecast built-in
    This portable speaker has Chromecast built-in, while the average portable speaker does not have Chromecast built-in.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Floats in water
    This portable speaker floats in water, while the average portable speaker does not float in water.
  • 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.
  • 3.6x cheaper
    Kygo B9 800 is cheaper than the average portable speaker (£25 vs £90).
    £25 vs £90
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    This portable speaker provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
  • 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.
  • 1 more microphones
    This portable speaker has more microphones than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Has Chromecast built-in
    This portable speaker has Chromecast built-in, while the average portable speaker does not have Chromecast built-in.
  • 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 power bank function
    This portable speaker has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    This portable speaker has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
    1 m vs 0 m
  • Floats in water
    This portable speaker floats in water, while the average portable speaker does not float in water.
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX7 vs IPX5).
    IPX7 vs IPX5
  • 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.
  • Has a hardware microphone mute switch
    This portable speaker has a hardware microphone mute switch, while the average portable speaker does not have a hardware microphone mute switch.
    Has a physical microphone mute 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.
  • 4.9 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (7.5 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    7.5 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • Supports multi-room audio
    This portable speaker supports multi-room audio, while the average portable speaker does not support multi-room audio.
    Supports synchronized multi-room playback.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This portable speaker supports Spotify Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect.
  • Supports voice assistants
    This portable speaker supports voice assistants, while the average portable speaker does not support voice assistants.
    Supports direct voice-assistant control.
  • 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 rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).
    8 hours vs 12 hours
  • 7 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (85 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    85 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 6 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (44 mm vs 50 mm).
    44 mm vs 50 mm
  • 15 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (75 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    75 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 0.8 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 vs 5
  • 19.4% lower user score
    User score
    6.7/ 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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    Kygo B9 800 has a lower user score than the average portable speaker (6.7 vs 8).
    6.7 vs 8
  • 19.4% lower user score
    User score
    6.7/ 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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    Kygo B9 800 has a lower user score than the average portable speaker (6.7 vs 8).
    6.7 vs 8
  • 7 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (85 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    85 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 6 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (44 mm vs 50 mm).
    44 mm vs 50 mm
  • 15 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (75 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    75 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 0.8 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 vs 5
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).
    8 hours vs 12 hours
  • 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

Expert reviews

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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 Kygo B9 800

  • Good sound quality that plays surprisingly loud and clear for its compact size
  • Excellent value for money, especially when found at discounted price points
  • Built-in Google Assistant and easy smart integration using the Google Home app
  • IPX7 waterproof rating, meaning the device floats and operates safely in water
  • Premium physical presentation with nice packaging and a smooth soft-touch finish

What customers don't like about Kygo B9 800

  • Weak bass response that can leave the lower frequencies sounding somewhat flat
  • Treble can feel overly forward, sharp, or strained during prolonged listening
  • Mixed battery performance with several users reporting poor or short-lived battery life
  • Mandatory initial connection to Google Home app can be annoying for those wanting a pure Bluetooth speaker
  • Awkward USB port placement on the top which creates a messy cable aesthetic when plugged in on a desktop

Verdict

The Kygo B9/800 is a versatile 20W RMS portable smart speaker equipped with dual 1.75-inch full-range drivers, delivering 360-degree omnidirectional sound with a frequency response of 75Hz-20kHz. Its primary advantages include dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) and Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity, integrated Google Assistant and Chromecast for multiroom configurations, and a 2600 mAh battery providing up to 8 hours of playback. Additionally, it features an IPX7 waterproof rating and floats in water, making it excellent for outdoor use. However, notable drawbacks include a poorly positioned charging port on the top of the unit, elevated audio distortion at maximum volumes, and an automatic sleep mode that requires regular manual re-activation if left unplugged.

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