Portronics Breeze II Review | 130 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£35
  • Avg. price in US: ~$30
  • Audio output power: 20.00 W
  • Battery life: 7 hours
  • IP rating: IPX6
  • Bluetooth version: 4.2
  • Weight: 527 g

Portronics Breeze II 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.

6.1

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%

6.1

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
6.1

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%

6.6

Audio

20.0%

4.7

Battery

18.0%

6.7

Durability

16.0%

5.5

Connectivity

8.0%

6.2

Controls

3.0%

8.9

Design

3.0%

5.6

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%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 7.6
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    5.4

    IP rating

    20.0%

    9.7

    Weight

    15.0%

    2.2

    Battery life

  • 4.0
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.1

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    2.2

    Battery life

    15.0%

    9.7

    Weight

    15.0%

    4.0

    Party mode

  • 6.1
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    3.1

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    9.7

    Weight

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Verdict

The Portronics Breeze II is a cylindrical portable wireless speaker featuring a 20W audio output with a frequency response of 20Hz-20kHz, 4-ohm impedance, and built-in 7-colored dancing rainbow LED lights. Key advantages include its IPX6 water-resistant mesh grill design, True Wireless Stereo (TWS) capability for pairing dual units, multiple connectivity options via an AUX port and Micro SD card slot, an integrated microphone for hands-free calling, and a 2000mAh battery providing up to 7 hours of playtime alongside a power-saving 20-minute auto-shutoff feature. However, it relies on an older Bluetooth 4.2 version, demands a relatively long 4-hour charging cycle, requires its proprietary charging cable, and lacks an integrated FM radio.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Portronics Breeze II

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%

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Audio

20.0%

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Battery

18.0%

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Durability

16.0%

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Connectivity

8.0%

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Controls

3.0%

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Design

3.0%

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Smart features

6.1
Portronics Breeze II has a technical score of 6.06 points, which is lower than 87.5% 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
Portronics Breeze II 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%

6.1

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.2
Portronics Breeze II 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

20.00 W
Portronics Breeze II has an audio output power of 20.00 W which is higher than that of 46.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.4% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 20.00 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

52.00 mm
Portronics Breeze II has a driver unit size of 52.00 mm which is larger than that of 55.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.9% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 52.00 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
Portronics Breeze II 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

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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

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Portronics Breeze II 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

4.2
Portronics Breeze II supports Bluetooth version 4.2 which is older than that of 53.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 17.8% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 4.2.
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

10.00 m
Portronics Breeze II has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10.00 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range: 10.00 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
Portronics Breeze II 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

7 hours
Portronics Breeze II has a battery life of 7 hours which is shorter than that of 80.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.3% 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
Portronics Breeze II 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
Portronics Breeze II 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

10 W
Portronics Breeze II has a maximum charging input power of 10 W which is higher than that of 44.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 26.1% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
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
Portronics Breeze II 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+

IPX6
Portronics Breeze II has an IP rating of IPX6 which provides worse ingress protection than 52.5% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 9.7% 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

yes
Portronics Breeze II is water resistant. 38.3% 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
Portronics Breeze II 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

0 m
Portronics Breeze II is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of cameras have a native waterproof depth rating.
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
Portronics Breeze II 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
Portronics Breeze II 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
Portronics Breeze II 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

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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

527 g
Portronics Breeze II weighs 527 g which is lighter than that of 65% 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

19.6 cm
Portronics Breeze II has a height of 19.6 cm which is taller than that of 75.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% 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

6.4 cm
Portronics Breeze II has a width of 6.4 cm which is narrower than that of 95.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% 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

6.4 cm
Portronics Breeze II has a depth of 6.4 cm which is shallower than that of 70.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.8% 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

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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
Portronics Breeze II 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
Portronics Breeze II 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
Portronics Breeze II does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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Portronics Breeze II vs the average portable speaker

  • Provides 360-degree sound
    Portronics Breeze II provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
    What it is: Indicates whether sound is spread evenly in all directions.
    When it matters: When even sound coverage around the speaker matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Portronics Breeze II provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
  • Has an external memory card slot
    Portronics Breeze II has an external memory card slot, while the average portable speaker does not have an external memory card slot.
    Has a removable memory-card slot for playback.
    What it is: Indicates whether removable memory cards can be inserted for playback.
    When it matters: When playing files directly from removable storage matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Portronics Breeze II has an external memory card slot, while the average portable speaker does not have an external memory card slot.
  • Has an FM radio
    Portronics Breeze II has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
    What it is: Shows whether the speaker includes an FM radio receiver.
    When it matters: When listening to broadcast radio without a separate source matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Portronics Breeze II has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
  • 11.7 cm narrower
    Portronics Breeze II is narrower than the average portable speaker (6.4 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    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

    Portronics Breeze II is narrower than the average portable speaker (6.4 cm vs 18.1 cm).6.4 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • Better ingress protection
    Portronics Breeze II has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX6 vs IPX5).
    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+

    Portronics Breeze II has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX6 vs IPX5).IPX6 vs IPX5
  • 273 g lighter
    Portronics Breeze II is lighter than the average portable speaker (527 g vs 800 g).
    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

    Portronics Breeze II is lighter than the average portable speaker (527 g vs 800 g).527 g vs 800 g
  • 2 mm larger main driver
    Portronics Breeze II has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (52 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 52.00 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

    Portronics Breeze II has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (52 mm vs 50.00 mm).52.00 mm vs 50.00 mm
  • 2.57x cheaper
    Portronics Breeze II is cheaper than the average portable speaker (£35 vs £90).
    Portronics Breeze II is cheaper than the average portable speaker (£35 vs £90).£35 vs £90
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    Portronics Breeze II provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
  • 2 mm larger main driver
    Portronics Breeze II has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (52 mm vs 50.00 mm).
  • Has an external memory card slot
    Portronics Breeze II has an external memory card slot, while the average portable speaker does not have an external memory card slot.
  • Better ingress protection
    Portronics Breeze II has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX6 vs IPX5).
  • Has an FM radio
    Portronics Breeze II has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
  • 11.7 cm narrower
    Portronics Breeze II is narrower than the average portable speaker (6.4 cm vs 18.1 cm).
  • 273 g lighter
    Portronics Breeze II is lighter than the average portable speaker (527 g vs 800 g).
  • 2 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    Portronics Breeze II 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.
  • 0.8 Bluetooth levels older
    Portronics Breeze II has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4.2 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 4.2.
  • 5 hours shorter battery life
    Portronics Breeze II has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (7 hours vs 12 hours).
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Portronics Breeze II has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
  • 600 mAh less battery capacity
    Portronics Breeze II has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Portronics Breeze II does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • 7.2 cm taller
    Portronics Breeze II is taller than the average portable speaker (19.6 cm vs 12.4 cm).
  • 5 hours shorter battery life
    Portronics Breeze II has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (7 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

    Portronics Breeze II has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (7 hours vs 12 hours).7 hours vs 12 hours
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Portronics Breeze II 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

    Portronics Breeze II does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Portronics Breeze II 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

    Portronics Breeze II has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).4 hours vs 3 hours
  • 600 mAh less battery capacity
    Portronics Breeze II has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    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

    Portronics Breeze II has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).2000 mAh vs 2600 mAh
  • 0.8 Bluetooth levels older
    Portronics Breeze II has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4.2 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 4.2.
    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

    Portronics Breeze II has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4.2 vs 5.0).4.2 vs 5.0
  • 2 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    Portronics Breeze II 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.
    What it is: The maximum acoustic loudness the speaker can produce.
    When it matters: When the speaker must play loudly in a large or outdoor space.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 90 dB SPL

    Portronics Breeze II has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (90 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).90.00 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL
  • 6.9% worse value for money
    Portronics Breeze II offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (7.24 vs 7.744).
    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.
    Portronics Breeze II offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (7.24 vs 7.744).7.24 vs 7.74
  • 3.69x less popular
    Portronics Breeze II is less popular than the average portable speaker (1.00 vs 3.688).
    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.
    Portronics Breeze II is less popular than the average portable speaker (1.00 vs 3.688).1 vs 3.69

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What customers like about Portronics Breeze II?

  • Good sound clarity and natural audio reproduction for the price range
  • Loud 20W output sufficient to fill a large room
  • Thumping and distinct bass assisted by passive radiators
  • Attractive aesthetic featuring 7-coloured dancing LED lights
  • Versatile connectivity options including Bluetooth, Micro SD card, AUX, and FM radio
  • True Wireless Stereo (TWS) capability to pair two speakers together
  • Solid build quality, lightweight design, and IPX4 splash resistance

What customers dislike about Portronics Breeze II?

  • Battery backup performance leaves much to be desired for some users
  • Utilises outdated Bluetooth 4.2 protocol instead of newer versions
  • Lacks a standard USB-A flash drive port, limiting playback to Micro SD cards
  • Occasional audio distortion or lack of detail in specific instrument tunes at maximum volume
  • Long charging time required to fully power up the battery

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