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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£170
  • Avg. price in US: ~$180
  • Audio output power: 20.00 W
  • Battery life: 12 hours
  • IP rating: ?
  • Bluetooth version: 3.0
  • Weight: 1100 g

Samsung Da F61 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.

6.7

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%

6.7

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
6.7

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%

6.8

Battery

18.0%

8.0

Durability

16.0%

5.6

Connectivity

8.0%

5.6

Controls

3.0%

8.7

Design

3.0%

4.9

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

  • 6.2
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    4.0

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    20.0%

    9.0

    Weight

    15.0%

    5.2

    Battery life

  • 4.7
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.1

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    5.2

    Battery life

    15.0%

    9.0

    Weight

    15.0%

    4.0

    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%

    9.0

    Weight

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £170

Best rankings

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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 Samsung DA-F61 is a 20W RMS premium 2.0-channel portable Bluetooth 3.0 speaker featuring a metallic chassis, dual neodymium drivers, a passive bass radiator, and a magnetic protective fabric cover. Weighing 1.1 kg with a depth of 46.5 mm, its standout traits include high-quality apt-X and SBC codec decoding, rapid Near Field Communication (NFC) tap-to-pair technology, a Power Bass boost mode, and SoundShare for wireless integration with compatible Samsung TVs. Main advantages include a rich, detailed sound signature, up to 12 hours of battery life from its 2200 mAh internal power supply, and a dedicated USB port functioning as a power bank to charge mobile devices. However, notable drawbacks include its relatively heavy and bulkier footprint compared to standard travel options, reports that it cannot play music while recharging via its proprietary charger, and a front fabric cover that muffles the sound if left closed during playback.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Samsung Da F61

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

6.7
Samsung Da F61 has a technical score of 6.67 points, which is lower than 60% 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
Samsung Da F61 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%

6.7

Overall score

40.0%

9.6

Price

7.6
Samsung Da F61 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.6 points, which is lower than 59.4% 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
Samsung Da F61 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

53.00 mm
Samsung Da F61 has a driver unit size of 53.00 mm which is larger than that of 60.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.7% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 53.00 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
Samsung Da F61 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

yes
Samsung Da F61 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

3.0
Samsung Da F61 supports Bluetooth version 3.0 which is older than that of 85.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.5% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 3.0.
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

5.00 m
Samsung Da F61 has a maximum Bluetooth range of 5.00 m which is shorter than that of 99.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range: 5.00 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
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
Samsung Da F61 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

12 hours
Samsung Da F61 has a battery life of 12 hours which is longer than that of 47.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 15.7% 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

2,200 mAh
Samsung Da F61 has a battery capacity of 2,200 mAh which is smaller than that of 56.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.2% 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

3 hours
Samsung Da F61 has a charging time of 3 hours which is shorter than that of 35.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 35.1% 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

23 W
Samsung Da F61 has a maximum charging input power of 23 W which is higher than that of 85.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% 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
Samsung Da F61 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+

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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
Samsung Da F61 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

?
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

?
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
Samsung Da F61 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
Samsung Da F61 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
Samsung Da F61 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

yes
Samsung Da F61 supports fast pairing. 77.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports documented one-tap or quick device pairing.
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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

1,100 g
Samsung Da F61 weighs 1,100 g which is heavier than that of 58.1% 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

13.1 cm
Samsung Da F61 has a height of 13.1 cm which is taller than that of 52.5% 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

22.5 cm
Samsung Da F61 has a width of 22.5 cm which is wider than that of 63.7% 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

4.65 cm
Samsung Da F61 has a depth of 4.65 cm which is shallower than that of 85.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% 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

yes
Samsung Da F61 supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
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

?
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
Samsung Da F61 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
Samsung Da F61 does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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Samsung Da F61 vs the average portable speaker

  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Samsung Da F61 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

    Samsung Da F61 has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • Has an equalizer
    Samsung Da F61 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

    Samsung Da F61 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Claims MIL-STD-810 compliance
    Samsung Da F61 claims MIL-STD-810 compliance, while the average portable speaker does not claim MIL-STD-810 compliance.
    What it is: Shows whether testing against MIL-STD-810 durability procedures is claimed.
    When it matters: When independently defined durability test procedures matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Da F61 claims MIL-STD-810 compliance, while the average portable speaker does not claim MIL-STD-810 compliance.
  • 13 W higher charging input power
    Samsung Da F61 has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (23 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

    Samsung Da F61 has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (23 W vs 10 W).23 W vs 10 W
  • Supports aptX
    Samsung Da F61 supports aptX, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX.
    Supports the base Qualcomm aptX codec.
    What it is: Indicates whether the Qualcomm aptX Bluetooth codec is supported.
    When it matters: When improved Bluetooth audio quality matters with compatible source devices.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Da F61 supports aptX, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX.
  • Has a power bank function
    Samsung Da F61 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

    Samsung Da F61 has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • Supports fast pairing
    Samsung Da F61 supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
    Supports documented one-tap or quick device 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

    Samsung Da F61 supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    Samsung Da F61 supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
    What it is: Shows whether NFC can be used to start Bluetooth pairing quickly.
    When it matters: When you want faster tap-to-pair setup with compatible devices.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Da F61 supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Samsung Da F61 has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • 3 mm larger main driver
    Samsung Da F61 has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (53 mm vs 50.00 mm).
  • Supports aptX
    Samsung Da F61 supports aptX, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX.
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    Samsung Da F61 supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • 13 W higher charging input power
    Samsung Da F61 has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (23 W vs 10 W).
  • Has a power bank function
    Samsung Da F61 has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • Includes a power adapter
    Samsung Da F61 includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • Claims MIL-STD-810 compliance
    Samsung Da F61 claims MIL-STD-810 compliance, while the average portable speaker does not claim MIL-STD-810 compliance.
  • Has an equalizer
    Samsung Da F61 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Supports fast pairing
    Samsung Da F61 supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Has a hardware microphone mute switch
    Samsung Da F61 has a hardware microphone mute switch, while the average portable speaker does not have a hardware microphone mute switch.
  • Supports playback mute
    Samsung Da F61 supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
  • 1 more EQ presets
    Samsung Da F61 has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (1 vs 0).
  • Includes a travel bag
    Samsung Da F61 includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.
  • 3.65 cm shallower
    Samsung Da F61 is shallower than the average portable speaker (4.7 cm vs 8.3 cm).
  • Supports firmware updates
    Samsung Da F61 supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.

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Audio
Connectivity
Battery
Durability
Controls
Design
Smart features
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Samsung Da F61 has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    Built-in microphones: 0.
  • 2 Bluetooth levels older
    Samsung Da F61 has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (3 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 3.0.
  • 5 m shorter Bluetooth range
    Samsung Da F61 has a shorter Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (5 m vs 10 m).
    Maximum Bluetooth range: 5.00 m.
  • 400 mAh less battery capacity
    Samsung Da F61 has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2,200 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
  • Is not water resistant
    Samsung Da F61 is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Samsung Da F61 does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    Samsung Da F61 does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
    True left/right stereo pairing: not supported.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    Samsung Da F61 does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
    Does not support True Wireless Stereo speaker linking.
  • Does not provide voice prompts
    Samsung Da F61 does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
  • 300 g heavier
    Samsung Da F61 is heavier than the average portable speaker (1,100 g vs 800 g).
  • 4.4 cm wider
    Samsung Da F61 is wider than the average portable speaker (22.5 cm vs 18.1 cm).
  • 6 older
    Samsung Da F61 was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2013 vs 2019).
    Release year: 2013.
  • Is not water resistant
    Samsung Da F61 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

    Samsung Da F61 is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Samsung Da F61 has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    Built-in microphones: 0.
    What it is: The number of microphones built into the speaker.
    When it matters: When voice pickup, calls, or beamforming performance matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 1

    Samsung Da F61 has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).0 vs 1
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Samsung Da F61 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

    Samsung Da F61 does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
  • 2 Bluetooth levels older
    Samsung Da F61 has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (3 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 3.0.
    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

    Samsung Da F61 has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (3 vs 5.0).3.0 vs 5.0
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    Samsung Da F61 does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
    True left/right stereo pairing: not supported.
    What it is: Indicates whether two compatible speakers can form a stereo pair.
    When it matters: When two compatible speakers should form separate left and right channels.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Da F61 does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    Samsung Da F61 does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
    Does not support True Wireless Stereo speaker linking.
    What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports true wireless speaker-to-speaker pairing.
    When it matters: When two compatible speakers should pair wirelessly for stereo playback.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Da F61 does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • Does not provide voice prompts
    Samsung Da F61 does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
    What it is: Indicates whether spoken status messages are used for user feedback.
    When it matters: When spoken feedback for pairing, battery, or operating status is useful.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Da F61 does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
  • 400 mAh less battery capacity
    Samsung Da F61 has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2,200 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

    Samsung Da F61 has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2,200 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).2200 mAh vs 2600 mAh
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung Da F61?

  • Elegant and premium metallic design with excellent build quality
  • Rich, warm, and highly detailed sound quality at reasonable volumes
  • Strong, stable Bluetooth connection with aptX support for high-quality streaming
  • NFC support enables fast, seamless one-touch pairing
  • Impressive battery life, lasting anywhere from 8 to over 12 hours on a single charge
  • Features a built-in USB port to charge external devices like smartphones
  • Includes a convenient, detachable magnetic protective cover
  • SoundShare feature allows easy wireless connection to compatible Samsung TVs

What customers dislike about Samsung Da F61?

  • Audio quality degrades, strains, and becomes fatiguing at high volume levels
  • Lacks deep low-end sub-bass response compared to some competitors
  • Relatively heavy (approx. 1.1 kg) and bulky for a truly portable travel speaker
  • Lacks a carrying handle or an included travel pouch
  • Does not include a remote control
  • Requires a bulky, proprietary power adapter rather than a standard USB charging cable
  • The protective fabric cover muffles the sound if left closed during playback
  • The built-in flip-out stand can feel wobbly and unstable
  • Premium, expensive retail price point relative to its feature limitations

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22/05/2013
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Samsung DA-F61 Portable Wireless Speaker with NFC Review - AVForums
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trustedreviews.com
16/04/2013
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alphr.com
23/07/2013
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expertreviews.co.uk
26/03/2013
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mikemuonline.squarespace.com
27/10/2013
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trustedreviews.com
16/04/2013
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Samsung DA-F61 - Operation, Performance and Verdict
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liveatpc.com
23/08/2013
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Samsung DA F61 Review - LiveatPC.com
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techguide.com.au
24/06/2013
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Stream wirelessly to the Samsung DA-F61 Bluetooth speakers anywhere - TechGuide
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gadgetguy.com.au
09/08/2013
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unbox.ph
03/01/2014
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connect-living.de
15/08/2013
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darty.com
13/06/2013
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enceintesbluetooth.fr
14/08/2026
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