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  • Avg. price: ~£90
  • Audio output power: 36.00 W
  • Battery life: 8 hours
  • IP rating: ?
  • Bluetooth version: 4.1
  • Weight: ?

Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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.

6.9

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%

6.9

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
6.9

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%

6.8

Audio

20.0%

6.6

Battery

18.0%

6.4

Durability

16.0%

7.0

Connectivity

8.0%

7.5

Controls

3.0%

8.4

Design

3.0%

8.2

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

  • 5.6
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    4.0

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    20.0%

    ?

    Weight

    15.0%

    2.8

    Battery life

  • 5.7
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    5.1

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    2.8

    Battery life

    15.0%

    ?

    Weight

    15.0%

    10

    Party mode

  • 8.7
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    10

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    5.1

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    ?

    Weight

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £90

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 Vizio SmartCast Crave 360 (SP50-D5) is a cylindrical 2.1-channel portable wireless speaker measuring 10.04 by 4.92 inches and weighing 5 lbs. It features four 1.5-inch full-range drivers and an integrated 3.5-inch sealed subwoofer that deliver up to 95 dB of 360-degree omnidirectional sound with a frequency response of 50 Hz to 20 kHz. Key pros include its versatile connectivity options via 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and an Ethernet port, alongside a convenient glass touch dial, built-in Google Cast (Chromecast) for seamless multi-room pairing, a premium leather carrying strap, and an included wireless charging dock that powers its built-in lithium-ion battery for up to 8 hours of continuous playback. However, prominent cons include a lack of an auxiliary (AUX) input, no native microphone for hands-free speakerphone functionality, absence of a dedicated sleep mode for preserving battery, and a tendency for the audio to experience minor distortion at maximum volume levels.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5

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

6.9
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a technical score of 6.86 points, which is higher than 52% 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
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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%

6.9

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.8
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.8 points, which is higher than 50.5% 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

36.00 W
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has an audio output power of 36.00 W which is higher than that of 69.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.6% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 36.00 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

38.00 mm
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a driver unit size of 38.00 mm which is smaller than that of 89.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.5% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 38.00 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

5
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has 5 drivers, which is more than 93.7% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 3.1% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 5.
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
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 5.0

4.1
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 supports Bluetooth version 4.1 which is older than that of 71.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.9% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 4.1.
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

30.00 m
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a maximum Bluetooth range of 30.00 m which is longer than that of 85.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 10% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range: 30.00 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

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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

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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

8 hours
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a battery life of 8 hours which is shorter than that of 68.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.6% 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

2,600 mAh
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a battery capacity of 2,600 mAh which is larger than that of 49% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.4% 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
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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

36 W
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a maximum charging input power of 36 W which is higher than that of 92.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.8% 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
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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

0 m
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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

yes
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 resists accidental impacts. 67.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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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

top; rear
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

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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
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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

no
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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

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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

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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

12.5 cm
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a width of 12.5 cm which is narrower than that of 67.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% 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

12.5 cm
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a depth of 12.5 cm which is deeper than that of 70.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% 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
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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

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

yes
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 supports voice assistants. 73.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports direct 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
Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 vs the average portable speaker

  • 20 m longer Bluetooth range
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (30 m vs 10 m).
    Maximum Bluetooth range: 30.00 m.
    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

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (30 m vs 10 m).30.00 m vs 10 m
  • 3 more speaker drivers
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (5 vs 2).
    Acoustic drivers: 5.
    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

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (5 vs 2).5 vs 2
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
    What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can connect to wireless local networks.
    When it matters: When direct network streaming or smart multi-room features matter.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
  • Includes a subwoofer
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 includes a subwoofer, while the average portable speaker does not include a subwoofer.
    Has an integrated active subwoofer driver.
    What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated low-frequency driver is included.
    When it matters: When stronger low-frequency output matters without adding separate equipment.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 includes a subwoofer, while the average portable speaker does not include a subwoofer.
  • 26 W higher charging input power
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (36 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

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (36 W vs 10 W).36 W vs 10 W
  • Has an equalizer
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Resists accidental impacts
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
    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

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • 3 more speaker drivers
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (5 vs 2).
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
  • Includes a subwoofer
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 includes a subwoofer, while the average portable speaker does not include a subwoofer.
  • 16 W more audio output power
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (36 W vs 20.00 W).
  • 3 dB SPL higher maximum sound pressure
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a higher maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (95 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).
  • 20 m longer Bluetooth range
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (30 m vs 10 m).
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 26 W higher charging input power
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (36 W vs 10 W).
  • Has a power bank function
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • Includes a power adapter
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • Resists accidental impacts
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • Has an equalizer
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • 2 more adjustable EQ bands
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (2 vs 0).
  • Supports fast pairing
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Supports party mode
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • Supports playback mute
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
  • Supports multi-room audio
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 supports multi-room audio, while the average portable speaker does not support multi-room audio.
  • Supports voice assistants
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 supports voice assistants, while the average portable speaker does not support voice assistants.
  • Supports firmware updates
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.

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Smart features
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    Built-in microphones: 0.
  • 12 mm smaller main driver
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (38 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 38.00 mm.
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 12 mm smaller built-in subwoofer
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a smaller built-in subwoofer than the average portable speaker (89 mm vs 101 mm).
    Built-in subwoofer diameter: 89.00 mm.
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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.
  • 0.9 Bluetooth levels older
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4.1 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 4.1.
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).
  • Is not water resistant
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 5 °C lower maximum operating temperature
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (35 °C vs 40 °C).
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
    Does not support True Wireless Stereo speaker linking.
  • 4.2 cm deeper
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 is deeper than the average portable speaker (12.5 cm vs 8.3 cm).
  • 3 older
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2016 vs 2019).
    Release year: 2016.
  • Is not water resistant
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).0 vs 1
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 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

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).8 hours vs 12 hours
  • 12 mm smaller main driver
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (38 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 38.00 mm.
    What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
    When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 50 mm

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (38 mm vs 50.00 mm).38.00 mm vs 50.00 mm
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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.
    What it is: Indicates whether a standard 3.5 mm analog audio socket is present.
    When it matters: When you need a reliable wired analog audio connection.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 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

    Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5 does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
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What customers like about Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5?

  • Convenient room-to-room portability thanks to the included wireless charging base
  • Immersive omnidirectional 360-degree sound distribution
  • Strong wireless flexibility with built-in dual Wi-Fi (Chromecast) and Bluetooth connectivity
  • Clean aesthetic design featuring a minimalist glass touch-control dial on top
  • Impressive maximum volume output and strong bass response relative to its size

What customers dislike about Vizio Smartcast Crave 360 SP50 D5?

  • Unreliable companion software with frequent connectivity bugs or synchronization drops when grouping multiple speakers
  • Annoying automatic input switching defaults that prioritize paired Bluetooth devices over the active Chromecast stream
  • Subpar battery life that often falls short of the manufacturer's claimed 8 hours
  • Noticeable sound distortion when pushing the audio past 75% volume
  • The charging base utilizes a non-detachable power cord which complicates replacement if it gets damaged

Expert reviews

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androidpolice.com
10/01/2017
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Vizio SmartCast Crave 360 review: An admirable stab at a portable Google Cast speaker
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techhive.com
21/02/2017
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Vizio SmartCast Crave 360 speaker review: Great features, but mediocre sound
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consumerreports.org
01/10/2016
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Vizio Crave 360 (SP50-D5) Wireless & Bluetooth Speaker Test Result If you need any additional performance comparisons with other 360-degree wireless a...

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