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Philips Fidelio AD7000w Soundavia Wireless Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180Audio output power:10.00 WBattery life:?IP rating:?Bluetooth version:?Weight:1360 g

Philips Fidelio AD7000w Soundavia Wireless 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.

Philips Fidelio AD7000w Soundavia Wireless
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
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Score distribution
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Score components

80%

6.5

Technical score

20%

6.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 58% 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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Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

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6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 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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Score components

32%

5.7

Audio

20%

7.3

Battery

18%

6.7

Durability

16%

6.5

Connectivity

8%

7.4

Controls

3%

7.5

Design

3%

6.6

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 52%
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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Score components

70%

6.5

User ratings

30%

7.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 92%
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Philips Fidelio AD7000w Soundavia Wireless

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 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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Score components:

32%

5.7

Audio

20%

7.3

Battery

18%

6.7

Durability

16%

6.5

Connectivity

8%

7.4

Controls

3%

7.5

Design

3%

6.6

Smart features

6.5
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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Score components

70%

6.5

User ratings

30%

7.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.7
Popularity
Popularity
7.2/ 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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Popularity:
Philips Fidelio AD7000w Soundavia Wireless has a popularity score of 7.2 points, which is higher than 72.3% of products in this category.
7.2
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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Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.5
Audio output power
10 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
65 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 65 mm which is larger than that of 71.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
2
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
63 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 63 Hz which is higher than that of 57.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
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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
?
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
?
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On-device controls placement
?
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
1,360 g
This portable speaker weighs 1,360 g which is heavier than that of 62.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% of portable speakers.
Height
16.8 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 16.8 cm which is taller than that of 64.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% of portable speakers.
Width
29.8 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 29.8 cm which is wider than that of 78.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Depth
10.6 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 10.6 cm which is deeper than that of 63.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Carry options
none
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Companion app name
SoundStudio
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
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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Philips Fidelio AD7000w Soundavia Wireless vs the average portable speaker

246810TotalAudioConnectivityBatteryDurabilityControlsDesignSmart features
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 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.
  • 10 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (90 dB vs 80 dB).
    90 dB vs 80 dB
  • 5 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (5 vs 0).
    5 vs 0
  • 5 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (5 vs 0).
    5 vs 0
  • Supports AirPlay
    This portable speaker supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 10 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (90 dB vs 80 dB).
    90 dB vs 80 dB
  • 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.
  • 15 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (65 mm vs 50 mm).
    65 mm vs 50 mm
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This portable speaker supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
  • 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.
  • Includes a power adapter
    This portable speaker includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • 5 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (5 vs 0).
    5 vs 0
  • 5 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (5 vs 0).
    5 vs 0
  • 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 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 10 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (82 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    82 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 2,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Does not support Bluetooth audio
    This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio.
  • 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.
  • 18.8% 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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    Philips Fidelio AD7000w Soundavia Wireless
    the average portable speaker
    Philips Fidelio AD7000w Soundavia Wireless has a lower user score than the average portable speaker (6.73 vs 8).
    6.73 vs 8
  • 2x more expensive
    Philips Fidelio AD7000w Soundavia Wireless is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£180 vs £90).
    £180 vs £90
  • 10 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (82 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    82 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 2,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    18,000 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.
  • 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
  • 3 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (63 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    63 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Does not support Bluetooth audio
    This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio.
  • Fewer Wi-Fi band options
    This portable speaker lists 2.4 GHz for Wi-Fi bands, while the average portable speaker lists 2.4 GHz/5 GHz.
    2.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz/5 GHz
  • 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 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 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.
  • 11.7 cm wider
    This portable speaker is wider than the average portable speaker (29.8 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    29.8 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 560 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (1,360 g vs 800 g).
    1,360 g vs 800 g
  • 4.4 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (16.8 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    16.8 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 2.3 cm deeper
    This portable speaker is deeper than the average portable speaker (10.6 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    10.6 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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What customers like about Philips Fidelio AD7000w Soundavia Wireless

  • Good sound quality with a rich, well-balanced performance at normal volumes
  • No audio distortion when played at sensible listening levels
  • Compact and elegant physical footprint reminiscent of Bose SoundDock designs
  • Affordable entry-level price point compared to contemporary AirPlay rivals
  • Includes a USB port on the back to charge iPhones or iPods while playing
  • Features an auxiliary input (3.5mm jack) for wired connectivity to external media devices

What customers don't like about Philips Fidelio AD7000w Soundavia Wireless

  • Frequent and unreliable Wi-Fi connection issues, with some users reporting dropped AirPlay streams
  • Lacks a built-in rechargeable battery, requiring a continuous connection to an AC wall outlet
  • Audio can sound slightly distorted or crisp with increased bass when pushed past 50% volume
  • Awkwardly positioned control buttons on the back of the device making them hard to see and reach
  • Lacks standalone physical pause and play buttons directly on the speaker chassis
  • Features a very bright blue status LED light that can be disruptive in a dark room or on a nightstand

Verdict

The Philips Fidelio AD7000w Soundavia is a compact tabletop wireless speaker featuring two 2.5-inch full-range drivers that deliver 10W RMS total stereo output power. It is heavily tailored for the Apple ecosystem, utilizing Wi-Fi and AirPlay technology for seamless audio streaming from iTunes or iOS devices, while also including a 3.5mm AUX input and a rear USB port for simultaneous audio playback and device charging. Main pros include an elegant premium aluminum finish, Philips' proprietary FullSound DSP technology for enhanced audio detail, and back-firing bass pipes that provide impressive room-filling sound relative to its small 106 x 298 x 168 mm footprint. However, notable cons include its lack of a built-in rechargeable battery—requiring constant AC wall power despite its compact build—alongside frequent user reports of an overly complex initial Wi-Fi setup process and unstable wireless connection reliability.

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