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Urbanista Memphis Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Audio output power:5.00 WBattery life:12 hoursIP rating:IPX5Bluetooth version:5.2Weight:190 g

Urbanista Memphis Review: Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

80%

5.9

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 91% of portable speakers
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 85%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 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–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

32%

6.1

Audio

20%

6.0

Battery

18%

5.5

Durability

16%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

5.9

Controls

3%

9.4

Design

3%

5.0

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 84%
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 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 71% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £35
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Urbanista Memphis

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
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–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

32%

6.1

Audio

20%

6.0

Battery

18%

5.5

Durability

16%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

5.9

Controls

3%

9.4

Design

3%

5.0

Smart features

5.9
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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 99% of models
Popularity:
Urbanista Memphis has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 59.2% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
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 85% of models
Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.2
Audio output power
5 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 5 W which is lower than that of 80% of portable speakers and equal to that of 8.9% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
50 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 50 mm which is larger than that of 43.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 10.2% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable speaker has 1 drivers, which is fewer than 75.6% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 24.4% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 20 Hz which is lower than that of 84.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 14% of portable speakers.
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
5.2
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 5.2 which is newer than that of 75.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.9% 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
A2DP; AVRCP; HFP
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
12 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker 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
1,500 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 1,500 mAh which is smaller than that of 77.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.1% of portable speakers.
Charging time
?
Maximum charging input power
?
Built-in rechargeable battery
yes
This portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
IPX5
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IPX5 which provides worse ingress protection than 62.3% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 15.3% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
yes
This portable speaker is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
no
This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant. 51.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
Not waterproof m
This portable speaker is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of portable speakers have a native waterproof depth rating.
Drop resistance
?
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On-device controls placement
front
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Smartphone app control
?
Remote control
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
no
This portable speaker does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
190 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 190 g which is lighter than that of 91.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Height
7.9 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 7.9 cm which is shorter than that of 73.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% of portable speakers.
Width
6.2 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 6.2 cm which is narrower than that of 96% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% of portable speakers.
Depth
7.9 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 7.9 cm which is shallower than that of 54.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Carry options
strap/handle
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Companion app name
?
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
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Urbanista Memphis vs the average portable speaker

246810TotalAudioConnectivityBatteryDurabilityControlsDesignSmart features
  • 40 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (20 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    20 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker 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.
  • Has beamforming microphones
    This portable speaker has beamforming microphones, while the average portable speaker does not have beamforming microphones.
    Uses beamforming microphone technology.
  • 610 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (190 g vs 800 g).
    190 g vs 800 g
  • Has an external memory card slot
    This portable speaker 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.
  • 11.9 cm narrower
    This portable speaker is narrower than the average portable speaker (6.2 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    6.2 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 0.2 Bluetooth levels newer
    This portable speaker has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.2 vs 5).
    5.2 vs 5
  • 4.5 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (7.9 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    7.9 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 2.57x cheaper
    Urbanista Memphis is cheaper than the average portable speaker (£35 vs £90).
    £35 vs £90
  • 40 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (20 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    20 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Has beamforming microphones
    This portable speaker has beamforming microphones, while the average portable speaker does not have beamforming microphones.
    Uses beamforming microphone technology.
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker 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.
  • Has an external memory card slot
    This portable speaker 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.
  • 0.2 Bluetooth levels newer
    This portable speaker has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.2 vs 5).
    5.2 vs 5
  • 610 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (190 g vs 800 g).
    190 g vs 800 g
  • 11.9 cm narrower
    This portable speaker is narrower than the average portable speaker (6.2 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    6.2 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 4.5 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (7.9 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    7.9 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 15 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20 W).
    5 W vs 20 W
  • 1,100 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    1,500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 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.
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 4.21x less popular
    Urbanista Memphis is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 5.5% worse value for money
    Urbanista Memphis offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (7.15 vs 7.5).
    7.15 vs 7.55
  • 4.21x less popular
    Urbanista Memphis is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 5.5% worse value for money
    Urbanista Memphis offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (7.15 vs 7.5).
    7.15 vs 7.55
  • 15 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20 W).
    5 W vs 20 W
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 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.
  • 1,100 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    1,500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.

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techbuzzireland.com
08/06/2023
Summary of the review
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which.co.uk
24/03/2023
Summary of the review
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techbuzzireland.com
08/06/2023
Summary of the review
Tech Review: Urbanista Memphis Bluetooth Speaker
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Urbanista Memphis

  • Impressive, well-balanced sound quality with clear mids, highs, and surprising bass for its compact size
  • Excellent distortion-free volume output even when cranked to the absolute maximum
  • Highly portable, lightweight, and pocket-friendly tubular design that only weighs 190 grams
  • Long-lasting battery life delivering up to 12 hours of continuous wireless playtime
  • IPX5 water-resistance rating making it rainproof and safe against accidental splashes by the pool or beach
  • Convenient, built-in large carabiner hook included for easily attaching it to backpacks, belt loops, or bikes
  • Supports True Wireless Stereo (TWS) dual-pairing to link two speakers together for an immersive audio experience
  • Eco-friendly build quality featuring an outer shell constructed from 100% recycled plastic and fabrics
  • Versatile connectivity options including modern Bluetooth 5.2/5.3 support, an SD card slot, and a physical USB-C charging port

What customers don't like about Urbanista Memphis

  • Limited to an IPX5 water resistance rating, meaning it is only splashproof and cannot be fully submerged in water
  • A modest 5-watt nominal power output which may not suffice for filling massive open-air environments or large crowded gatherings
  • The audio profile defaults to a single mono sound channel configuration unless paired with a second identical speaker
  • Lacks extensive built-in or advanced hardware equalizer controls directly on the unit itself

Verdict

The Urbanista Memphis is an ultra-portable, mono-channel outdoor speaker featuring a 2-inch driver that delivers 5 Watts of output power across a 20Hz–20KHz frequency range. Built sustainably with 100% recycled outer plastic, it weighs just 190 grams and measures 79x62x79mm, utilizing Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity alongside an integrated carabiner hook for seamless portability. Its main pros include an IPX5 splashproof rating, a solid 12-hour playtime powered by a 1,500mAh battery via USB-C, and support for dual-speaker stereo pairing. However, on the downside, it lacks a standard 3.5mm auxiliary audio port, omits a built-in microphone for hands-free calling, and is limited to mono sound output when used as a single unit.

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