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Louis Vuitton Horizon Light Up Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£2,110Audio output power:60.00 WBattery life:15 hoursIP rating:IP67Bluetooth version:5.1Weight:1000 g

Louis Vuitton Horizon Light Up 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.

7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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 71% of models
Score components

80%

7.1

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–²Better than 71% of portable speakers
5.2

Value for money

Value for money
5.2/ 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 99% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 99%
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 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 79% of models
Score components

32%

7.1

Audio

20%

7.8

Battery

18%

5.2

Durability

16%

7.1

Connectivity

8%

8.3

Controls

3%

8.5

Design

3%

7.8

Smart features

â–²Better than 79%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 71% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £2,110
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Louis Vuitton Horizon Light Up

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 10
✕
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 79% of models
Score components:

32%

7.1

Audio

20%

7.8

Battery

18%

5.2

Durability

16%

7.1

Connectivity

8%

8.3

Controls

3%

8.5

Design

3%

7.8

Smart features

7.1
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Louis Vuitton Horizon Light Up has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 59.2% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.2
Audio output power
60 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 60 W which is higher than that of 79.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.5% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
76 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 76 mm which is larger than that of 76.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.5% 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
6 dB
Market range: <3 dB – >6 dB
This portable speaker has a frequency response tolerance of 6 dB which is higher than that of 81.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 16.7% of portable speakers.
Lowest frequency
59 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 59 Hz which is lower than that of 53.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% 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
5.1
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 5.1 which is newer than that of 70.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.8% 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
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
15 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 15 hours which is longer than that of 67% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.5% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
3,000 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 3,000 mAh which is larger than that of 58.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.8% of portable speakers.
Charging time
1 hour
Market range: <2 hours – >5 hours
This portable speaker has a charging time of 1 hour which is shorter than that of 96.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.8% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
36 W
Market range: <5 W – >30 W
This portable speaker has a maximum charging input power of 36 W which is higher than that of 92.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.8% 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
IP67
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IP67 which provides better ingress protection than 80% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 19.1% 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
Not waterproof m
This portable speaker is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of portable speakers have a native 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; side
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
1,000 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 1,000 g which is heavier than that of 56.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Height
14 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 14 cm which is taller than that of 55.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Width
18 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 18 cm which is narrower than that of 50.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1% of portable speakers.
Depth
14 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 14 cm which is deeper than that of 75.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.4% of portable speakers.
Carry options
?
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Companion app name
?
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
App
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Spotify Connect
yes
This portable speaker supports Spotify Connect. 89.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Louis Vuitton Horizon Light Up vs the average portable speaker

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  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
    IP67 vs IPX5
  • 40 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (60 W vs 20 W).
    60 W vs 20 W
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 2 hours shorter charging time
    This portable speaker has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (1 hours vs 3 hours).
    1 hours vs 3 hours
  • 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.
  • 26 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (76 mm vs 50 mm).
    76 mm vs 50 mm
  • 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.
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 40 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (60 W vs 20 W).
    60 W vs 20 W
  • 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.
  • 26 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (76 mm vs 50 mm).
    76 mm vs 50 mm
  • 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 a noise-canceling microphone
    This portable speaker has a noise-canceling microphone, while the average portable speaker does not have a noise-canceling microphone.
    Uses microphone noise/echo cancellation for calls or voice.
  • 1 more speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 2 more microphones
    This portable speaker has more microphones than the average portable speaker (3 vs 1).
    3 vs 1
  • Has beamforming microphones
    This portable speaker has beamforming microphones, while the average portable speaker does not have beamforming microphones.
    Uses beamforming microphone technology.
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Supports AirPlay
    This portable speaker supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
  • 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.
  • Supports aptX HD
    This portable speaker supports aptX HD, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX HD.
  • Wi-Fi standard detailed
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), while the average portable speaker supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) vs Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 0.1 Bluetooth levels newer
    This portable speaker has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.1 vs 5).
    5.1 vs 5
  • 2 hours shorter charging time
    This portable speaker has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (1 hours vs 3 hours).
    1 hours vs 3 hours
  • 26 W higher charging input power
    This portable speaker has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (36 W vs 10 W).
    36 W vs 10 W
  • 3 hours longer battery life
    This portable speaker has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (15 hours vs 12 hours).
    15 hours vs 12 hours
  • Includes a power adapter
    This portable speaker includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • 400 mAh more battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (3,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    3,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
    IP67 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.
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • 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.
  • Includes a travel bag
    This portable speaker includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.
  • 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 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 water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 3 dB wider frequency-response tolerance
    This portable speaker has a wider frequency-response tolerance than the average portable speaker (6 dB vs 3 dB).
    6 dB vs 3 dB
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 1,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (19,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    19,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 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 have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 23.44x more expensive
    Louis Vuitton Horizon Light Up is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£2,110 vs £90).
    £2,110 vs £90
  • 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.
  • 23.44x more expensive
    Louis Vuitton Horizon Light Up is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£2,110 vs £90).
    £2,110 vs £90
  • 43.8% worse value for money
    Louis Vuitton Horizon Light Up offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (5.25 vs 7.5).
    5.25 vs 7.55
  • 4.21x less popular
    Louis Vuitton Horizon Light Up is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 3 dB wider frequency-response tolerance
    This portable speaker has a wider frequency-response tolerance than the average portable speaker (6 dB vs 3 dB).
    6 dB vs 3 dB
  • 1,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (19,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    19,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 25 mm smaller built-in subwoofer
    This portable speaker has a smaller built-in subwoofer than the average portable speaker (76 mm vs 101 mm).
    76 mm vs 101 mm
  • 1 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (91 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    91 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 5.7 cm deeper
    This portable speaker is deeper than the average portable speaker (14 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    14 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 200 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (1,000 g vs 800 g).
    1,000 g vs 800 g

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28/03/2025
Summary of the review
Tech Review: Louis Vuitton's Horizon Light Up Speaker Makes a Design Statement The Verge

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What customers like about Louis Vuitton Horizon Light Up

  • Stunning design resembling a UFO or spinning top with an iconic Louis Vuitton monogram luxury aesthetic.
  • Mesmerizing built-in LED light show that dynamically synchronizes with the rhythm of the music.
  • Excellent craftsmanship utilizing premium materials like noble leather, stainless steel, and tempered glass.
  • Clever acoustic adaptability that shifts between 360-degree omnidirectional sound when docked and directional sound when laid on its side.
  • Decent, clear sound quality featuring a rich bass response powered by a 3-inch subwoofer.
  • Convenient connectivity options including Bluetooth 5.1, Wi-Fi, and Apple AirPlay 2 support.
  • Solid portable battery life delivering up to 15 hours of continuous playtime.
  • Intuitive glass touch-sensitive control bar and seamless customization via the companion app.
  • Highly practical inclusion of luxury travel accessories like a leather carrying strap, custom case, and universal charging dock.

What customers don't like about Louis Vuitton Horizon Light Up

  • Extremely high luxury price tag, making it an unrealistic purchase for the average consumer.
  • Sound clarity and performance do not justify the multi-thousand-pound cost, trailing significantly behind dedicated home theater setups or audiophile brands.
  • Slower charging times, taking up to two hours to fully juice up.
  • Lack of an auxiliary 3.5mm input jack, restricting the speaker entirely to wireless operation.
  • Limited smart features and hardware upgrades compared to significantly cheaper competing smart speakers.
  • Rapidly depreciating technology lifespan and weaker long-term resale value compared to traditional luxury leather goods.
  • The unique conical shape makes it prone to rolling or accidental slips if placed on slanted surfaces without its dock.

Verdict

The Louis Vuitton Horizon Light Up is a premium portable speaker featuring a UFO-inspired design crafted from leather, stainless steel, and tempered glass. Weighing 1kg with an 18cm diameter, it incorporates a 3-inch woofer and two 0.75-inch tweeters powered by 60W of total amplification to deliver 360-degree omnidirectional sound when placed on its charging dock, or unidirectional sound when resting on its side. Its main pros include versatile Bluetooth 5.1 and Apple AirPlay 2 connectivity, up to 15 hours of battery life, three integrated microphones for calls, and a dynamic 35-LED light show that synchronizes to the music beat via the LV Connect app. However, its significant cons include a staggering luxury price tag of around $3,000 to $5,000, audio performance that does not outperform much cheaper conventional speakers, a long turn-on time, and lack of specialized ruggedness features like a formal IP water-resistance rating.

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