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X Mini Max II Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£25
Audio output power: 5.00 W
Battery life: 12 hours
IP rating: ?
Bluetooth version: ?
Weight: 178 g

X Mini Max II 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.

6.4

Good

5.8

Good

8.7

Excellent

6.4
Outdoor durability
Score components:
40.0%
4.0
Water resistance
25.0%
?
IP rating
20.0%
10
Weight
15.0%
5.2
Battery life
4.9
Powerful sound
Score components:
45.0%
1.3
Audio output power
25.0%
5.2
Battery life
15.0%
10
Weight
15.0%
10
Party mode
4.4
Home listening
Score components:
35.0%
4.0
Multi-room support
30.0%
4.0
Wi-Fi connectivity
20.0%
1.3
Audio output power
15.0%
10
Weight

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Verdict

The X-Mini Max II is a highly compact, 178g dual-capsule portable stereo speaker system measuring 65.8mm by 53.4mm when closed, and equipped with a 400mAh battery that delivers up to 12 hours of playback on a 2.5-hour charge. Its main characteristics include 40mm magnetically shielded drivers that output 2.5W per channel, a frequency response of 200Hz to 18kHz, and a modular "Buddy-Jack" system that allows users to daisy-chain multiple X-Mini speakers together for enhanced volume. The primary pros are its excellent portability, an innovative twist-open Bass Xpansion System (BXS) that mimics subwoofer resonance to enrich audio depth, and an attached magnetic base that clips the two units together into a single egg-shaped form for effortless travel. However, notable cons include an inherently limited low-end bass performance due to its tiny enclosure size, a completely wired setup requiring a complex, messy multi-ended proprietary cable, and a lack of modern wireless Bluetooth connectivity.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker X Mini Max II

Overall score

6.4

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Audio

5.0

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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

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

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

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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Connectivity

5.9

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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

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

?

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

?

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

?

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

5.4

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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

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

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

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

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

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Durability

7.6

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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

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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Controls

4.5

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On-device controls placement

What it is: The physical area of the speaker where its controls are located.

When it matters: When you want controls that are easy to reach in the speaker intended placement.

Importance: LOW

side; bottom

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

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

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

Fast pairing

What it is: Shows whether setup with compatible devices can be completed more quickly.

When it matters: When quick setup with compatible devices matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Design

10

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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

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

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

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

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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Smart features

3.9

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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

?

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

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

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

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X Mini Max II vs the average portable speaker

Why is X Mini Max II better than the average portable speaker?

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1 hours shorter charging time
X Mini Max II has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 hours vs 3 hours).
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
X Mini Max II has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 hours vs 3 hours).2 hours vs 3 hours
Has built-in stereo speakers
X Mini Max II 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
X Mini Max II has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
1 more USB ports
X Mini Max II has more USB ports than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
Physical USB ports: 2.
What it is: The number of USB ports available on the speaker.
When it matters: When several wired accessories or storage devices need USB connections.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >= 1
X Mini Max II has more USB ports than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).2 vs 1
Supports party mode
X Mini Max II supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
What it is: Indicates whether multiple speakers can play the same audio together.
When it matters: When several compatible speakers should play together.
Importance: LOW
Good value: yes
X Mini Max II supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
X Mini Max II 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
X Mini Max II supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
622 g lighter
X Mini Max II is lighter than the average portable speaker (178 g vs 800 g).
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
X Mini Max II is lighter than the average portable speaker (178 g vs 800 g).178 g vs 800 g
11.52 cm narrower
X Mini Max II is narrower than the average portable speaker (6.6 cm vs 18.1 cm).
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
X Mini Max II is narrower than the average portable speaker (6.6 cm vs 18.1 cm).6.58 cm vs 18.1 cm
7.06 cm shorter
X Mini Max II is shorter than the average portable speaker (5.3 cm vs 12.4 cm).
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
X Mini Max II is shorter than the average portable speaker (5.3 cm vs 12.4 cm).5.34 cm vs 12.4 cm
Has built-in stereo speakers
X Mini Max II has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
1 more USB ports
X Mini Max II has more USB ports than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
X Mini Max II supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
1 hours shorter charging time
X Mini Max II has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 hours vs 3 hours).
Supports party mode
X Mini Max II supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
622 g lighter
X Mini Max II is lighter than the average portable speaker (178 g vs 800 g).
11.52 cm narrower
X Mini Max II is narrower than the average portable speaker (6.6 cm vs 18.1 cm).
7.06 cm shorter
X Mini Max II is shorter than the average portable speaker (5.3 cm vs 12.4 cm).
Includes a travel bag
X Mini Max II includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.
2.96 cm shallower
X Mini Max II is shallower than the average portable speaker (5.3 cm vs 8.3 cm).

Why is X Mini Max II worse than the average portable speaker?

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140 Hz less deep bass extension
X Mini Max II has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (200 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 200.00 Hz.
1 fewer microphones
X Mini Max II has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
Built-in microphones: 0.
2,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
X Mini Max II has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
Upper frequency-response endpoint: 18000 Hz.
15 W less audio output power
X Mini Max II has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20.00 W).
Total RMS output: 5.00 W.
10 mm smaller main driver
X Mini Max II has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (40 mm vs 50.00 mm).
Primary driver diameter: 40.00 mm.
Does not include a passive radiator
X Mini Max II does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
Does not support Bluetooth audio
X Mini Max II does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio.
2,200 mAh less battery capacity
X Mini Max II has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (400 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
5 W lower charging input power
X Mini Max II has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
Is not water resistant
X Mini Max II is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
Does not support smartphone app control
X Mini Max II 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 True Wireless Stereo
X Mini Max II 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
X Mini Max II does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
Does not support auto power-off
X Mini Max II does not support auto power-off, while the average portable speaker supports auto power-off.
No automatic inactivity-based power-off.
10 older
X Mini Max II was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2009 vs 2019).
Release year: 2009.
Is not water resistant
X Mini Max II 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
X Mini Max II is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
140 Hz less deep bass extension
X Mini Max II has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (200 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 200.00 Hz.
What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <= 60 Hz
X Mini Max II has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (200 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).200.00 Hz vs 60.00 Hz
2,200 mAh less battery capacity
X Mini Max II has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (400 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
X Mini Max II has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (400 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).400 mAh vs 2600 mAh
1 fewer microphones
X Mini Max II 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
X Mini Max II has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).0 vs 1
Does not support smartphone app control
X Mini Max II 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
X Mini Max II does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
2,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
X Mini Max II has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
Upper frequency-response endpoint: 18000 Hz.
What it is: The highest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
When it matters: When upper-treble extension and high-frequency detail matter.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >= 20000 Hz
X Mini Max II has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).18000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
15 W less audio output power
X Mini Max II has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20.00 W).
Total RMS output: 5.00 W.
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
X Mini Max II has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20.00 W).5.00 W vs 20.00 W
Does not support Bluetooth audio
X Mini Max II does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio.
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
X Mini Max II does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio.

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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about X Mini Max II?

Impressive stereo sound quality and volume for such a small, compact size.
Excellent battery life offering around 12 to 13 hours of continuous playback.
Highly portable, pocket-friendly design with magnetic bases that connect the pair together.
Innovative expandable accordion vacuum design that noticeably enhances bass resonance.
Buddy-jack feature allows users to daisy-chain multiple speakers together for increased sound fullness.
Affordable price point, offering great value for money as a travel speaker solution.

What customers dislike about X Mini Max II?

Relies on a cumbersome, proprietary custom cable that handles both audio and charging.
Prone to messy cable management with a high risk of being difficult to replace if lost or broken.
Magnets holding the two speakers together are relatively weak and separate easily in bags.
Exposed speaker drivers lack a protective grille, leaving them vulnerable to damage.
Bass performance is still somewhat lacking compared to larger competitors or single mono alternatives.
Intermittent operation and fluctuating build quality control reported by some users over time.

Expert reviews

cnet.com

24/11/2009

Summary of the review

X-Mini Max II Capsule Speaker review - CNET

The CNET review of the $49.95 X-Mini Max II Capsule Speaker highlights an innovative, ultraportable design with magnetic, accordion-style modules capable of producing impressively loud stereo sound with minimal distortion. While praised for portability, the speaker's drawbacks include limited bass depth and a potential for hollow sound at high volumes. Furthermore, the system relies on a proprietary cable, meaning the loss or breakage of this specialized cord renders the unit unusable.

slinkystudio.info

09/10/2010

Summary of the review

X-mini Max 2 Capsule Stereo Speaker Review - Slinky Studio

The Slinky Studio review of the X-mini Max 2 Capsule Stereo Speaker highlights its ultra-portable, egg-shaped design, featuring magnetically attached speakers, a durable rubberized finish, and a unique daisy-chaining system. While praising the design, the review notes the primary con of awkwardly placed, cheap-looking bottom power switches, suggesting buttons would have been a better choice.

cnet.com

22/11/2010

Summary of the review

X-Mini Max II review - CNET

The CNET review of the X-Mini Max II Capsule Speaker highlights the device as a budget-friendly, ultraportable audio solution with an innovative design, where two modular components connect magnetically to provide improved stereo separation. While offering impressive volume for its size, the speakers suffer from a lack of deep bass, a hollow sound at high volumes, and a cluttered four-way cable system that is difficult to manage.

the-gadgeteer.com

08/05/2012

Summary of the review

X-mini II Capsule and MAX II Capsule Speaker Review - The Gadgeteer

The Gadgeteer review of the X-mini II and MAX II capsule speakers highlights their highly portable design, "Buddyjack" daisy-chaining, and impressive sound quality for their size, featuring an accordion-like expansion to enhance bass. While the II Capsule offers a convenient built-in 3.5mm cable, the review notes cons such as the use of painted plastic and a lack of Bluetooth connectivity.

techvorm.com

08/03/2012

Summary of the review

X Mini Max II, Portable Speakers Redefined - TechVorm

The TechVorm review praises the X-Mini Max II portable speakers for delivering exceptional acoustic clarity and surprisingly deep bass via the "Bass Xpansion System" in a compact, pocket-sized design. Key advantages include a versatile dual-purpose USB cable for charging and audio, alongside a convenient travel pouch, though users must overcome the initial skepticism regarding the small footprint.

cravingtech.com

30/06/2010

Summary of the review

X-mini MAX II Speakers Review

The X-mini MAX II capsule speakers offer impressive, loud audio with surprisingly good bass for their small size, featuring an expandable Bass Xpansion System (BXS) and a convenient, magnetized, portable design. While praised for their long battery life and affordable price, these speakers are best suited for personal use as they can be drowned out in large, noisy environments.

apfeltalk.de

08/05/2010

Summary of the review

Tunebug: Loud Music in a Small Case (User Test Report Discussion: X-Mini II vs. X-Mini Max II)

The Tunebug surface-vibration speaker, a compact, puck-sized device, utilizes "SurfaceSound" technology to turn flat, resonant objects like wooden tables or helmets into speakers, providing impressive portability and high volume. While praised for its build quality, the device suffers from a significant lack of bass, produces tinny audio on dense surfaces, and relies on a proprietary, easily lost 3.5mm-to-USB cable. The user can provide the original German text from Apfeltalk.de for a more detailed, specific summary.

cnet.com

24/11/2009

Summary of the review

X-Mini Max II Capsule Speaker Review

The X-Mini Max II capsule speaker, awarded a 7.7 rating by CNET, offers a budget-friendly, travel-friendly design featuring innovative, magnetic, accordion-style, expandable chambers that produce impressive stereo volume. While highly portable and loud, the speaker lacks deep bass response at higher volumes and relies on a problematic, proprietary tangle-prone cable system that makes the unit unusable if lost or damaged.

cnet.com

22/11/2010

Summary of the review

X-Mini Max II review - CNET

The CNET review of the X-Mini Max II highlights these ultraportable, $50 capsule speakers as an affordable, travel-friendly audio option with a 12-hour battery life, an innovative magnetic design for easy transport, and improved stereo sound. Key benefits include the accordion-style, expandable chambers for better bass, though the system relies on a messy, proprietary four-way cable that, if lost, renders the unit unusable. While offering decent sound for their size, the audio performance does not quite match the "unbelievably loud" marketing claims.

tweakers.net

26/08/2011

Summary of the review

XMI X-Mini MAX II Black 2.0 (Black) - Bernd - Product reviews

According to a Tweakers product review, the XMI X-Mini MAX II Zwart 2.0 is a highly portable, 2.0 capsule speaker set featuring an innovative "harmonica" vacuum bass design that produces surprisingly rich sound for its size. A significant advantage is the versatile, integrated cable, though this also acts as a drawback, as the proprietary cable is essential for operation and hard to replace if damaged.

tweakers.net

06/08/2013

Summary of the review

XMI X-Mini MAX II Black 2.0 (Black) - SpeakerTweaker

The XMI X-Mini Max II (Black 2.0) is a highly portable, budget-friendly speaker set that serves as a significant audio upgrade over bulky alternatives, particularly for outdoor use, by featuring a compact, magnetic, and expandable vacuum design that delivers surprisingly clear sound. While the reviewer praises the punchy bass and integrated cable storage, they note drawbacks, including a weak magnetic connection, a fragile volume dial, and a lack of true sub-bass due to the small drivers.

hardware.info

14/12/2011

Summary of the review

10 Portable speakers & docks reviewed - XMI X-mini Max II

The hardware.info review highlights the Logitech portable speaker's robust build, compact design, and strong, full-bodied sound, along with a functional docking station for charging and connectivity. Conversely, the device suffers from significant distortion at high volumes and lacks modern, extensive wireless features, limiting its versatility in open-air settings.

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