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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£45
  • Avg. price in US: ~$30
  • Audio output power: 20.00 W
  • Battery life: 6.5 hours
  • IP rating: IPX4
  • Bluetooth version: 5.0
  • Weight: 740 g

Portronics Sounddrum P review. Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.0

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%

6.5

Technical Score

20.0%

9.0

User score

Very good
6.5

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%

6.3

Audio

20.0%

6.2

Battery

18.0%

6.5

Durability

16.0%

6.6

Connectivity

8.0%

7.5

Controls

3.0%

8.7

Design

3.0%

4.2

Smart features

Good
9.0

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%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.3
(2192)
amazon
4.3
(1695)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 7.4
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    4.9

    IP rating

    20.0%

    9.4

    Weight

    15.0%

    1.9

    Battery life

  • 4.8
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.1

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    1.9

    Battery life

    15.0%

    9.4

    Weight

    15.0%

    10

    Party mode

  • 4.6
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.0

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    3.1

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    9.4

    Weight

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Verdict

The Portronics SoundDrum P is a 20W RMS portable Bluetooth 5.0 speaker featuring dual 10W dynamic drivers and twin passive bass radiators that deliver a loud, punchy 360-degree stereo sound with distinct mids and clear highs. Weighing 740 grams, its fabric-covered cylindrical body includes multiple connectivity options like USB Type-A, AUX, a micro SD card slot, an in-built microphone for hands-free calling, and Type-C charging for its 4,000mAh battery. Main advantages include its rugged and durable build quality, highly satisfying and deep bass performance relative to its budget, a splashproof design, and highly versatile playback inputs. However, significant cons include a disappointing battery life that drops to only 3 to 3.5 hours at maximum volume, occasional distortion or crackling at 100% volume, a lack of an integrated FM radio, and the omission of a dedicated companion app for custom EQ tuning.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Portronics Sounddrum P

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%

6.3

Audio

20.0%

6.2

Battery

18.0%

6.5

Durability

16.0%

6.6

Connectivity

8.0%

7.5

Controls

3.0%

8.7

Design

3.0%

4.2

Smart features

6.5
Portronics Sounddrum P has a technical score of 6.48 points, which is lower than 69.1% 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%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.3
(2192)
amazon
4.3
(1695)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.0
Portronics Sounddrum P has a user score of 9.02 points, which is higher than 75.5% of products in this category.
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.
10
Portronics Sounddrum P has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 66.6% 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%

7.0

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.9
Portronics Sounddrum P has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.9 points, which is higher than 60.4% 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 Sounddrum P 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

55.00 mm
Portronics Sounddrum P has a driver unit size of 55.00 mm which is larger than that of 62.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.4% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 55.00 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

1
Portronics Sounddrum P has 1 drivers, which is fewer than 75.6% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 24.4% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 1.
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

90.00 Hz
Portronics Sounddrum P has a lowest frequency of 90.00 Hz which is higher than that of 79.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.6% of portable speakers.
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 90.00 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
Portronics Sounddrum P 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
Portronics Sounddrum P 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

10.00 m
Portronics Sounddrum P 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
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 Sounddrum P 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

6.5 hours
Portronics Sounddrum P has a battery life of 6.5 hours which is shorter than that of 84.1% 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

4,000 mAh
Portronics Sounddrum P has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh which is larger than that of 70.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.9% 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

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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
Portronics Sounddrum P 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
Portronics Sounddrum P 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+

IPX4
Portronics Sounddrum P 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
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 Sounddrum P 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 Sounddrum P 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 Sounddrum P 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

side
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 Sounddrum P 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

yes
Portronics Sounddrum P supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
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

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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

740 g
Portronics Sounddrum P weighs 740 g which is lighter than that of 51.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% 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

12.5 cm
Portronics Sounddrum P has a height of 12.5 cm which is taller than that of 50.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% 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

10.5 cm
Portronics Sounddrum P has a width of 10.5 cm which is narrower than that of 72.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.1% 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

10.5 cm
Portronics Sounddrum P has a depth of 10.5 cm which is deeper than that of 63.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% 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 Sounddrum P 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

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

  • Provides 360-degree sound
    Portronics Sounddrum P 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 Sounddrum P provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Portronics Sounddrum P supports wireless charging, while the average portable speaker does not support wireless charging.
    What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can be charged without a cable.
    When it matters: When convenient cable-free charging matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Portronics Sounddrum P supports wireless charging, while the average portable speaker does not support wireless charging.
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    Portronics Sounddrum P 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

    Portronics Sounddrum P supports aptX Adaptive, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX Adaptive.
  • Has a power bank function
    Portronics Sounddrum P has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
    What it is: Shows whether the speaker can send power to charge another device.
    When it matters: When the speaker should also charge a phone or another device.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Portronics Sounddrum P has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • 1,400 mAh more battery capacity
    Portronics Sounddrum P has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (4,000 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 Sounddrum P has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (4,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).4000 mAh vs 2600 mAh
  • Supports party mode
    Portronics Sounddrum P 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

    Portronics Sounddrum P supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    Portronics Sounddrum P has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
    What it is: Indicates whether the device uses a USB Type-C connector.
    When it matters: When modern charging and connection compatibility matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Portronics Sounddrum P has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
  • 10 °C higher maximum operating temperature
    Portronics Sounddrum P has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (50 °C vs 40 °C).
    What it is: The highest ambient temperature recommended for normal operation.
    When it matters: When reliable use in hot weather or direct sunlight matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 45 °C

    Portronics Sounddrum P has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (50 °C vs 40 °C).50 °C vs 40 °C
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    Portronics Sounddrum P provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
  • 5 mm larger main driver
    Portronics Sounddrum P has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (55 mm vs 50.00 mm).
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    Portronics Sounddrum P supports aptX Adaptive, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX Adaptive.
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    Portronics Sounddrum P has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
  • Has an external memory card slot
    Portronics Sounddrum P has an external memory card slot, while the average portable speaker does not have an external memory card slot.
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    Portronics Sounddrum P supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Portronics Sounddrum P supports wireless charging, while the average portable speaker does not support wireless charging.
  • Has a power bank function
    Portronics Sounddrum P has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • 1,400 mAh more battery capacity
    Portronics Sounddrum P has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (4,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
  • 10 °C higher maximum operating temperature
    Portronics Sounddrum P has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (50 °C vs 40 °C).
  • Supports party mode
    Portronics Sounddrum P supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • Has an FM radio
    Portronics Sounddrum P has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
  • Supports playback mute
    Portronics Sounddrum P supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
  • 7.6 cm narrower
    Portronics Sounddrum P is narrower than the average portable speaker (10.5 cm vs 18.1 cm).

Total
Overall
Audio
Connectivity
Battery
Durability
Controls
Design
  • 30 Hz less deep bass extension
    Portronics Sounddrum P has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (90 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 90.00 Hz.
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Portronics Sounddrum P does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    Portronics Sounddrum P has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    Acoustic drivers: 1.
  • 5.5 hours shorter battery life
    Portronics Sounddrum P has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (6.5 hours vs 12 hours).
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    Portronics Sounddrum P has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
  • Worse ingress protection
    Portronics Sounddrum P has worse ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX4 vs IPX5).
  • 2.2 cm deeper
    Portronics Sounddrum P is deeper than the average portable speaker (10.5 cm vs 8.3 cm).
  • 5.5 hours shorter battery life
    Portronics Sounddrum P has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (6.5 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 Sounddrum P has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (6.5 hours vs 12 hours).6.5 hours vs 12 hours
  • 30 Hz less deep bass extension
    Portronics Sounddrum P has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (90 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 90.00 Hz.
    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

    Portronics Sounddrum P has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (90 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).90.00 Hz vs 60.00 Hz
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Portronics Sounddrum P 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

    Portronics Sounddrum P does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    Portronics Sounddrum P has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
    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

    Portronics Sounddrum P has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).5 W vs 10 W
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    Portronics Sounddrum P has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    Acoustic drivers: 1.
    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

    Portronics Sounddrum P has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).1 vs 2
  • Worse ingress protection
    Portronics Sounddrum P has worse ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX4 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 Sounddrum P has worse ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX4 vs IPX5).IPX4 vs IPX5
  • 2.2 cm deeper
    Portronics Sounddrum P is deeper than the average portable speaker (10.5 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    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

    Portronics Sounddrum P is deeper than the average portable speaker (10.5 cm vs 8.3 cm).10.5 cm vs 8.3 cm
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Audio
Battery
Durability
Design

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United Kingdom
amazon
4.3
2192 Reviews
amazon
4.3
1695 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Portronics Sounddrum P?

  • Excellent value for money in the budget segment
  • Impressive loudness and high volume capacity for its size
  • Strong bass performance with passive radiators providing a solid thump
  • Sturdy build quality with a premium feel
  • Versatile connectivity options including Bluetooth, Type-C charging, AUX, MicroSD card, and USB pen drive support

What customers dislike about Portronics Sounddrum P?

  • Disappointing real-world battery backup that often falls short of the advertised 6-7 hours at higher volumes
  • Inbuilt microphone quality is mediocre and not optimal for professional online meetings
  • Noticeable sound distortion or crackling when pushed to 100% maximum volume
  • Slight hissing or dither background noise audible during silent tracks or quiet environments

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