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  • Avg. price: ~£25
  • Audio output power: 10.00 W
  • Battery life: 6 hours
  • IP rating: IPX7
  • Bluetooth version: 5.0
  • Weight: 1500 g

Philips TAS2218 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.

5.9

Overall score

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 components:

80.0%

5.9

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
5.9

Technical Score

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 components:

32.0%

5.8

Audio

20.0%

4.2

Battery

18.0%

6.7

Durability

16.0%

7.2

Connectivity

8.0%

6.9

Controls

3.0%

7.7

Design

3.0%

4.3

Smart features

Good
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User score

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 components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 5.0
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    4.0

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    5.7

    IP rating

    20.0%

    8.6

    Weight

    15.0%

    1.6

    Battery life

  • 4.0
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.9

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    1.6

    Battery life

    15.0%

    8.6

    Weight

    15.0%

    10

    Party mode

  • 4.3
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.0

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    1.9

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    8.6

    Weight

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £25

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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Philips TAS2218 is a retro-inspired portable Bluetooth 5.0 speaker featuring a distinctive antique wooden design, a 2.0 channel configuration delivering 10W RMS audio output (dual 5W drivers), and an integrated 2000mAh rechargeable lithium battery that provides up to 6 hours of playback at 70% volume. Key advantages include its elegant aesthetic, a diverse array of physical connectivity options such as a dedicated mic input, USB playback, and built-in FM radio, alongside convenient touchpad controls, an LED display, and True Wireless Stereo (TWS) pairing capability for linking a second unit. However, notable drawbacks include a relatively long 4-hour charging time via its USB-C port, a lack of an integrated microSD card slot, and the exclusion of a required charging adapter from the sales package.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Philips TAS2218

Technical Score

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 components:

32.0%

?

Audio

20.0%

?

Battery

18.0%

?

Durability

16.0%

?

Connectivity

8.0%

?

Controls

3.0%

?

Design

3.0%

?

Smart features

5.9
Philips TAS2218 has a technical score of 5.95 points, which is lower than 90.4% of products in this category.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
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.
1.0
Philips TAS2218 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 58.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

5.9

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.2
Philips TAS2218 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.2 points, which is lower than 89.1% of products in this category.
Audio output power
What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 W

10.00 W
Philips TAS2218 has an audio output power of 10.00 W which is lower than that of 66.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 10.00 W.
Driver unit size
What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 50 mm

165.00 mm
Philips TAS2218 has a driver unit size of 165.00 mm which is larger than that of 96.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.9% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 165.00 mm.
Number of drivers
What it is: The total number of speaker drivers built into the unit.
When it matters: When fuller driver arrays and broader sound coverage matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 2

2
Philips TAS2218 has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 2.
Frequency response tolerance
What it is: The allowed deviation around the stated frequency response curve.
When it matters: When a flatter and more accurate frequency response matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 3 dB

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Lowest frequency
What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <= 60 Hz

52.00 Hz
Philips TAS2218 has a lowest frequency of 52.00 Hz which is lower than that of 59.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% of portable speakers.
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 52.00 Hz.
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Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive audio over Bluetooth.
When it matters: When wireless playback from phones, tablets, or computers matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
Philips TAS2218 supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 5.0

5.0
Philips TAS2218 supports Bluetooth version 5.0 which is newer than that of 46.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 24.4% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 5.0.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: The farthest distance at which the Bluetooth link can remain usable.
When it matters: When the source device may be far from the speaker.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 10 m

20.00 m
Philips TAS2218 has a maximum Bluetooth range of 20.00 m which is longer than that of 78.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.4% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range: 20.00 m.
Bluetooth profiles supported
What it is: The Bluetooth operating profiles available for playback, control, or calls.
When it matters: When Bluetooth playback, control, and call compatibility depend on specific profiles.

Importance: LOW

A2DP; AVRCP; HFP; HSP
Bluetooth LE Audio
What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports the low-energy Bluetooth audio standard.
When it matters: When newer low-power Bluetooth audio features matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Philips TAS2218 does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 h

6 hours
Philips TAS2218 has a battery life of 6 hours which is shorter than that of 84.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.
When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 5000 mAh

2000 mAh
Philips TAS2218 has a battery capacity of 2000 mAh which is smaller than that of 64.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Charging time
What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.
When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 4 h

4 hours
Philips TAS2218 has a charging time of 4 hours which is longer than that of 67% of portable speakers and equal to that of 19.3% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.
When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 20 W

5 W
Philips TAS2218 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
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker uses a battery that can be recharged.
When it matters: When portable use without disposable batteries or continuous mains power matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Philips TAS2218 has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
What it is: The ingress protection code for dust and water resistance.
When it matters: When dust and water protection need to match the intended environment.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: IP67+

IPX7
Philips TAS2218 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
What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.
When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

no
Philips TAS2218 is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
What it is: Shows whether the enclosure is protected against dust ingress.
When it matters: When the speaker may be exposed to sand, soil, or dusty environments.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
Philips TAS2218 is dust resistant. 48.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
What it is: The maximum water depth the speaker is rated to withstand.
When it matters: When the speaker may be submerged or used very close to water.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 1 m

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Drop resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the housing is designed to survive accidental drops.
When it matters: When the speaker may be bumped or suffer an accidental fall during outdoor or travel use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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On-device controls placement
What it is: The physical area of the speaker where its controls are located.
When it matters: When you want controls that are easy to reach in the speaker intended placement.

Importance: LOW

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Touchscreen
What it is: Indicates whether a touch-sensitive screen is integrated.
When it matters: When direct visual control is more convenient than buttons or an app.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Philips TAS2218 does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
The speaker does not have an integrated touchscreen.
Smartphone app control
What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.
When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Philips TAS2218 does not support smartphone app control. 54% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
Remote control
What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated remote control is supplied or supported.
When it matters: When you want to control playback from across the room.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Philips TAS2218 does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No dedicated remote control is documented.
Fast pairing
What it is: Shows whether setup with compatible devices can be completed more quickly.
When it matters: When quick setup with compatible devices matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Philips TAS2218 does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No qualifying fast-pair capability; initial pairing is manual or standard.
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Weight
What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 1000 g

1,500 g
Philips TAS2218 weighs 1,500 g which is heavier than that of 65% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.2% of portable speakers.
Height
What it is: The vertical external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit beneath shelves or in a compact bag.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 20 cm

16.5 cm
Philips TAS2218 has a height of 16.5 cm which is taller than that of 63.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Width
What it is: The side-to-side external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit a narrow shelf, bag, or tabletop.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 25 cm

24 cm
Philips TAS2218 has a width of 24 cm which is wider than that of 67.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% of portable speakers.
Depth
What it is: The front-to-back depth of the speaker housing.
When it matters: When the speaker should take up less front-to-back space.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 10 cm

10 cm
Philips TAS2218 has a depth of 10 cm which is deeper than that of 60.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.5% of portable speakers.
Carry options
What it is: The available ways to carry, hang, or attach the speaker.
When it matters: When a handle, strap, or attachment point changes how you carry the speaker.

Importance: LOW

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Companion app name
What it is: The official app used to control settings and functions of the speaker.
When it matters: When app compatibility and the available control features depend on the official app.

Importance: LOW

Philips Entertainment
Firmware updates
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive firmware revisions after purchase.
When it matters: When post-purchase fixes and feature improvements matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Philips TAS2218 does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No supported user-accessible firmware update path.
Firmware update method
What it is: The path used to install firmware updates on the speaker.
When it matters: When the convenience and reliability of installing updates matters.

Importance: LOW

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Voice assistant support
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can work with supported voice assistants.
When it matters: When hands-free control through a compatible assistant matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Philips TAS2218 does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No direct supported voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
What it is: Shows whether Spotify can stream directly to the speaker over the network.
When it matters: When Spotify should stream directly without keeping phone audio active.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Philips TAS2218 does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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Philips TAS2218 vs the average portable speaker

  • 115 mm larger main driver
    Philips TAS2218 has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (165 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 165.00 mm.
    What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
    When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 50 mm

    Philips TAS2218 has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (165 mm vs 50.00 mm).165.00 mm vs 50.00 mm
  • 10 m longer Bluetooth range
    Philips TAS2218 has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (20 m vs 10 m).
    Maximum Bluetooth range: 20.00 m.
    What it is: The farthest distance at which the Bluetooth link can remain usable.
    When it matters: When the source device may be far from the speaker.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 10 m

    Philips TAS2218 has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (20 m vs 10 m).20.00 m vs 10 m
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    Philips TAS2218 has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    Simultaneous Bluetooth devices: 2.
    What it is: The number of source devices that can stay connected at the same time.
    When it matters: When switching between several connected source devices matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 2

    Philips TAS2218 has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).2 vs 1
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Philips TAS2218 has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
    What it is: Shows whether the device uses separate left and right audio channels.
    When it matters: When true left-and-right channel playback matters without pairing a second speaker.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips TAS2218 has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • Has an equalizer
    Philips TAS2218 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
    What it is: Shows whether the sound balance can be adjusted across frequency ranges.
    When it matters: When you want to adjust bass, midrange, or treble balance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips TAS2218 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    Philips TAS2218 supports aptX Adaptive, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX Adaptive.
    Supports aptX Adaptive.
    What it is: Indicates whether aptX Adaptive can adjust quality and latency dynamically.
    When it matters: When Bluetooth quality and latency should adapt to the content and connection.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips TAS2218 supports aptX Adaptive, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX Adaptive.
  • Supports Auracast
    Philips TAS2218 supports Auracast, while the average portable speaker does not support Auracast.
    Supports Auracast Bluetooth broadcast audio.
    What it is: Indicates whether broadcast Bluetooth audio sharing is supported.
    When it matters: When sharing Bluetooth broadcasts with compatible receivers matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips TAS2218 supports Auracast, while the average portable speaker does not support Auracast.
  • Supports party mode
    Philips TAS2218 supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
    What it is: Indicates whether multiple speakers can play the same audio together.
    When it matters: When several compatible speakers should play together.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips TAS2218 supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • 115 mm larger main driver
    Philips TAS2218 has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (165 mm vs 50.00 mm).
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Philips TAS2218 has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • 8 Hz deeper bass extension
    Philips TAS2218 has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (52 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
  • 10 m longer Bluetooth range
    Philips TAS2218 has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (20 m vs 10 m).
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    Philips TAS2218 has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    Philips TAS2218 supports aptX Adaptive, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX Adaptive.
  • Supports Auracast
    Philips TAS2218 supports Auracast, while the average portable speaker does not support Auracast.
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    Philips TAS2218 has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
  • Has a microphone input
    Philips TAS2218 has a microphone input, while the average portable speaker does not have a microphone input.
  • Has an external memory card slot
    Philips TAS2218 has an external memory card slot, while the average portable speaker does not have an external memory card slot.
  • Better ingress protection
    Philips TAS2218 has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX7 vs IPX5).
  • Has an equalizer
    Philips TAS2218 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Supports party mode
    Philips TAS2218 supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • 2 more EQ presets
    Philips TAS2218 has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (2 vs 0).
  • Has an FM radio
    Philips TAS2218 has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
  • Has a sleep timer
    Philips TAS2218 has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
  • 5 newer
    Philips TAS2218 was released more recently than the average portable speaker (2024 vs 2019).

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Smart features
  • 5,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    Philips TAS2218 has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (15,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    Upper frequency-response endpoint: 15000 Hz.
  • 30 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    Philips TAS2218 has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (50 dB vs 80 dB).
    Signal-to-noise ratio: 50.00 dB.
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Philips TAS2218 does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 10 W less audio output power
    Philips TAS2218 has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (10 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 10.00 W.
  • 2 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    Philips TAS2218 has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (90 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).
    Sound pressure level: 90.00 dB.
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    Philips TAS2218 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.
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    Philips TAS2218 has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (6 hours vs 12 hours).
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Philips TAS2218 has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    Philips TAS2218 has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
  • 600 mAh less battery capacity
    Philips TAS2218 has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
  • Is not water resistant
    Philips TAS2218 is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Philips TAS2218 does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • 700 g heavier
    Philips TAS2218 is heavier than the average portable speaker (1,500 g vs 800 g).
  • 4.1 cm taller
    Philips TAS2218 is taller than the average portable speaker (16.5 cm vs 12.4 cm).
  • 5.9 cm wider
    Philips TAS2218 is wider than the average portable speaker (24 cm vs 18.1 cm).
  • 1.7 cm deeper
    Philips TAS2218 is deeper than the average portable speaker (10 cm vs 8.3 cm).
  • Is not water resistant
    Philips TAS2218 is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
    What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.
    When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Philips TAS2218 is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    Philips TAS2218 has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (6 hours vs 12 hours).
    What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
    When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 20 h

    Philips TAS2218 has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (6 hours vs 12 hours).6 hours vs 12 hours
  • 5,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    Philips TAS2218 has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (15,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    Upper frequency-response endpoint: 15000 Hz.
    What it is: The highest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
    When it matters: When upper-treble extension and high-frequency detail matter.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 20000 Hz

    Philips TAS2218 has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (15,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).15000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Philips TAS2218 does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
    What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.
    When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips TAS2218 does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
  • 30 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    Philips TAS2218 has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (50 dB vs 80 dB).
    Signal-to-noise ratio: 50.00 dB.
    What it is: The ratio between the wanted audio signal and background noise.
    When it matters: When cleaner audio with less background noise matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 80 dB

    Philips TAS2218 has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (50 dB vs 80 dB).50.00 dB vs 80 dB
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Philips TAS2218 has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.
    When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <= 4 h

    Philips TAS2218 has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).4 hours vs 3 hours
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Philips TAS2218 does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
    What it is: Shows whether passive radiators are used to reinforce bass output.
    When it matters: When enhanced bass response from a compact enclosure matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips TAS2218 does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    Philips TAS2218 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.
    What it is: Indicates whether a standard 3.5 mm analog audio socket is present.
    When it matters: When you need a reliable wired analog audio connection.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips TAS2218 does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
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What customers like about Philips TAS2218?

  • Distinctive and stylish retro wooden design
  • Clear, well-balanced sound output for its price
  • Good, punchy bass performance from a compact unit
  • Intuitive and effortless touch-sensitive controls
  • Versatile connectivity options including Bluetooth, USB playback, and a built-in FM radio
  • Satisfying battery life capable of lasting through weekend trips
  • Premium build quality and a spectacular overall appearance

What customers dislike about Philips TAS2218?

  • Lacks water and dust resistance (no official IP rating for outdoor protection)
  • Relatively bulky and heavy (1.5 kg) compared to other compact portable speakers
  • Does not support fast Bluetooth pairing standards like Google Fast Pair
  • Lacks a dedicated subwoofer or passive radiators for true deep-bass enthusiasts
  • No integrated smart assistant or voice command functionality
  • Does not include a protective travel bag or pouch in the box

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