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Samsung Shape WAM550 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330Audio output power:?Battery life:?IP rating:?Bluetooth version:2.1Weight:2270 g

Samsung Shape WAM550 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.

Samsung Shape WAM550
6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
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An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

80%

6.8

Technical score

20%

6.4

User score

â–¼Worse than 52% of portable speakers
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 79%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components

32%

6.8

Audio

20%

6.9

Battery

18%

6.7

Durability

16%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

7.6

Controls

3%

6.7

Design

3%

7.5

Smart features

â–²Better than 62%
6.4

User score

User score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

4.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 95%
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Ranked #473 of 1,316 models in Portable Speakers (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Samsung Shape WAM550

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components:

32%

6.8

Audio

20%

6.9

Battery

18%

6.7

Durability

16%

5.8

Connectivity

8%

7.6

Controls

3%

6.7

Design

3%

7.5

Smart features

6.8
User score
User score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

4.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.4
Popularity
Popularity
4.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Shape WAM550 has a popularity score of 4 points, which is lower than 50.9% of products in this category.
4.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

7.3
Audio output power
?
Driver unit size
56 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 56 mm which is larger than that of 63.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
3
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable speaker has 3 drivers, which is more than 70.1% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 11.5% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
?
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
2.1
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 2.1 which is older than that of 92% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Market range: <10 m – >30 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
?
Bluetooth LE Audio
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
?
Battery capacity
?
Charging time
?
Maximum charging input power
?
Built-in rechargeable battery
no
This portable speaker does not have a built-in rechargeable battery. 81.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
?
Water resistance
no
This portable speaker is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
yes
This portable speaker is dust resistant. 48.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
?
Drop resistance
?
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On-device controls placement
top
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Smartphone app control
yes
This portable speaker supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
yes
This portable speaker supports fast pairing. 77.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
2,270 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 2,270 g which is heavier than that of 74.4% of portable speakers.
Height
11.32 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 11.32 cm which is shorter than that of 54.3% of portable speakers.
Width
34.3 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 34.3 cm which is wider than that of 87% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Depth
16.8 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 16.8 cm which is deeper than that of 84.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Carry options
handle
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Companion app name
?
Firmware updates
yes
This portable speaker supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
Firmware update method
?
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Spotify Connect
yes
This portable speaker supports Spotify Connect. 89.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Samsung Shape WAM550 vs the average portable speaker

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  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 7 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (7 vs 0).
    7 vs 0
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • 1 more speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • Supports fast pairing
    This portable speaker supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • Supports multi-room audio
    This portable speaker supports multi-room audio, while the average portable speaker does not support multi-room audio.
    Supports synchronized multi-room playback.
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    This portable speaker supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • 1 more speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 6 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (56 mm vs 50 mm).
    56 mm vs 50 mm
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    This portable speaker supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • Supports DLNA media sharing
    This portable speaker supports DLNA media sharing, while the average portable speaker does not support DLNA media sharing.
  • Has Ethernet support
    This portable speaker has Ethernet support, while the average portable speaker does not have Ethernet support.
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    This portable speaker supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • Includes a power adapter
    This portable speaker includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • 7 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (7 vs 0).
    7 vs 0
  • Supports fast pairing
    This portable speaker supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • Supports playback mute
    This portable speaker supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
    Speaker playback audio can be directly muted.
  • Has a sleep timer
    This portable speaker has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
    A selectable timer can stop playback or power the speaker down.
  • Supports multi-room audio
    This portable speaker supports multi-room audio, while the average portable speaker does not support multi-room audio.
    Supports synchronized multi-room playback.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This portable speaker supports Spotify Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect.
  • Supports firmware updates
    This portable speaker supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
    Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5
  • Does not have a built-in rechargeable battery
    This portable speaker does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the average portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery.
  • 15 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (65 dB vs 80 dB).
    65 dB vs 80 dB
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker 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.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    5 °C vs 0 °C
  • 3.67x more expensive
    Samsung Shape WAM550 is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£330 vs £90).
    £330 vs £90
  • 25.4% lower user score
    User score
    6.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
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    Samsung Shape WAM550 has a lower user score than the average portable speaker (6.38 vs 8).
    6.38 vs 8
  • 3.2% worse value for money
    Samsung Shape WAM550 offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (7.31 vs 7.5).
    7.31 vs 7.55
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 15 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (65 dB vs 80 dB).
    65 dB vs 80 dB
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker 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.
  • Does not have a built-in rechargeable battery
    This portable speaker does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the average portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery.
  • Does not have a battery level indicator
    This portable speaker does not have a battery level indicator, while the average portable speaker has a battery level indicator.
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    5 °C vs 0 °C
  • 5 °C lower maximum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (35 °C vs 40 °C).
    35 °C vs 40 °C
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 1,470 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (2,270 g vs 800 g).
    2,270 g vs 800 g
  • 16.2 cm wider
    This portable speaker is wider than the average portable speaker (34.3 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    34.3 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 8.5 cm deeper
    This portable speaker is deeper than the average portable speaker (16.8 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    16.8 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 5 older
    This portable speaker was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2014 vs 2019).
    2014 vs 2019

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Samsung Shape WAM550

  • Surprisingly big, spacious, and room-filling sound for its compact physical footprint.
  • Clear, cohesive audio presentation featuring a punchy bass and highly detailed midrange.
  • Versatile placement options allowing the triangular body to stand vertically or lay flat.
  • Wide array of connectivity inputs including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC fast pairing, and Ethernet.
  • Convenient multi-room capabilities that allow users to play different tracks across grouped speakers.
  • Includes a functional companion app that integrates with several popular internet music streaming services.

What customers don't like about Samsung Shape WAM550

  • Not truly portable due to the lack of a built-in rechargeable battery, requiring continuous mains power.
  • The required companion app can be restrictive, buggy, and confusing during the initial Wi-Fi setup.
  • Heavy bass elements can occasionally sound overly full-on, tubby, or muddy on certain tracks.
  • A separate, proprietary hardware hub is often necessary to achieve a stable connection across multiple speakers.
  • Firmware updates via the multi-room app have a tendency to trigger connection dropouts or update loops.
  • Using the speaker over Wi-Fi locks playback strictly into the Samsung app rather than allowing native streaming from other apps.

Verdict

The Samsung Shape WAM550 (also known as the M5) is a wireless multi-room speaker featuring a distinctive triangular design that allows for both horizontal and vertical positioning. Equipped with a 2-channel sound configuration consisting of two 56mm full-range drivers and an 80mm woofer, it delivers crisp treble and punchy bass with an operating power consumption of 15W. Key characteristics include dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz), Bluetooth 3.0, NFC pairing, DLNA certification, and TV SoundConnect support for a wireless connection to compatible Samsung TVs. Main pros include its versatile placement flexibility, high-resolution audio decoding for formats like FLAC, WAV, and ALAC, and easy multi-room configuration with tap-to-pair convenience. However, notable cons include an lack of physical auxiliary audio inputs and a slow, clunky companion Samsung Multiroom app that is prone to occasional software and library-syncing issues.

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