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Philips SBT310 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Audio output power:4.00 WBattery life:5 hoursIP rating:IPX4Bluetooth version:2.1Weight:1150 g

Philips SBT310 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.

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
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–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

80%

5.6

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 98% of portable speakers
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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 95% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 95%
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 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–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

32%

6.0

Audio

20%

4.5

Battery

18%

5.7

Durability

16%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

5.4

Controls

3%

7.6

Design

3%

4.2

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 96%
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 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 71% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £70
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Philips SBT310

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 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–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

32%

6.0

Audio

20%

4.5

Battery

18%

5.7

Durability

16%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

5.4

Controls

3%

7.6

Design

3%

4.2

Smart features

5.6
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

?
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:
Philips SBT310 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
6.9/ 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 95% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.9
Audio output power
4 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 4 W which is lower than that of 89% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.6% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
70 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 70 mm which is larger than that of 73.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.1% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable speaker has 1 drivers, which is fewer than 75.6% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 24.4% 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
80 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 80 Hz which is higher than that of 68.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 9.4% 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
5 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 5 hours which is shorter than that of 91.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 5.4% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
500 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 500 mAh which is smaller than that of 96.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.6% of portable speakers.
Charging time
?
Maximum charging input power
5 W
Market range: <5 W – >30 W
This portable speaker has a maximum charging input power of 5 W which is lower than that of 58.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 38.5% 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
IPX4
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IPX4 which provides worse ingress protection than 77.7% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 21% of portable speakers.
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
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
yes
This portable speaker includes a remote control. 85.1% 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
1,150 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 1,150 g which is heavier than that of 59.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Height
11.6 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 11.6 cm which is shorter than that of 52.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Width
30.3 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 30.3 cm which is wider than that of 80.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Depth
15.6 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 15.6 cm which is deeper than that of 81.6% 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
no
This portable speaker does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Firmware update method
?
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 SBT310 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.
  • 20 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (70 mm vs 50 mm).
    70 mm vs 50 mm
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 20 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (70 mm vs 50 mm).
    70 mm vs 50 mm
  • 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 Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 7 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (5 hours vs 12 hours).
    5 hours vs 12 hours
  • 2,100 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 16 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (4 W vs 20 W).
    4 W vs 20 W
  • 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
  • 18 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (62 dB vs 80 dB).
    62 dB vs 80 dB
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 20 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (80 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    80 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 9.3% worse value for money
    Philips SBT310 offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (6.9 vs 7.5).
    6.9 vs 7.55
  • 4.21x less popular
    Philips SBT310 is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 16 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (4 W vs 20 W).
    4 W vs 20 W
  • 18 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (62 dB vs 80 dB).
    62 dB vs 80 dB
  • 20 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (80 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    80 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 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
  • 7 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (5 hours vs 12 hours).
    5 hours vs 12 hours
  • 2,100 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    This portable speaker has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
    5 W vs 10 W
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    5 °C vs 0 °C
  • Worse ingress protection
    This portable speaker has worse ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX4 vs IPX5).
    IPX4 vs IPX5
  • 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.
  • 12.2 cm wider
    This portable speaker is wider than the average portable speaker (30.3 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    30.3 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 7.3 cm deeper
    This portable speaker is deeper than the average portable speaker (15.6 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    15.6 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 350 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (1,150 g vs 800 g).
    1,150 g vs 800 g

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Philips SBT310

  • Neat and compact design makes it highly portable
  • Good overall sound quality for mid and high tones
  • Very easy to set up and straightforward to use
  • Features a dual power option, allowing both AC power and AA battery usage
  • Includes a built-in time display, making it practical for bedside use
  • Equipped with a built-in 3.5mm auxiliary audio jack for wired connections

What customers don't like about Philips SBT310

  • Lacks substantial bass response despite advertised Bass Reflex technology
  • Can be slow and take a long time to charge fully
  • Uses an older Bluetooth 2.1 version, which limits connectivity range and speed compared to modern speakers
  • Lacks a dedicated battery level indicator on the device body
  • Body volume is relatively bulky compared to newer ultra-portable models

Verdict

The Philips SBT310 is a portable stereo Bluetooth speaker featuring a Bass Reflex system with a bass radiator and two 2.75-inch drivers that deliver a total rated output power of 4W RMS (6W maximum power). Its main characteristics include an integrated green 4-digit LED digital clock display on the front panel, compatibility with Bluetooth profiles like A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, and HSP within a 10-meter line-of-sight range, and a 3.5mm auxiliary line-in port for wired audio playback. The main advantages are its dual power flexibility, allowing operation via an AC adapter or 4 AA batteries for mobile use, alongside enhanced low-end performance from its acoustic bass chamber. However, a notable con is its lack of a built-in rechargeable battery, requiring users to constantly replace or manually recharge external AA batteries for wireless operation, combined with its relatively large physical footprint (30 x 11.6 x 15.6 cm) and 1.2 kg weight compared to ultra-compact modern portable speakers.

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