Libratone ZIPP 2 Smart Wireless Speaker (with Alexa built-in, AirPlay 2, MultiRoom, 360 ° Sound, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Spotify Connect, 12 hrs Rechargeable Battery) - Stormy Black

I already have two other libratone products which I am very satisfied with, but this speaker is just brilliant:I has a very premium feel and qualitiy to it and as always, Libratone does an excellent job in combining stylish design with useful functions and technical features.As there are a range of reviews on various aspects of the speaker, I only want to go into the things which I found to be most strinking:+ sound quality: the preset audio is very neutral and clear, not as bass-accentuated as many perople prefer(if you like some more bass, you can adjust the equalizer accordingly; I suggest to switch to "rock the house" for a fuller and bassier sound); and the 360° sound aspect is really nice, because the sound (in terms of volume) is much more equally distributed over the whole room+ Connectivity: for me, it's not only the manifold of options (spotify connect and Airplay via WiFi, Bluetooth and 3.5mm), but the ease with which you can swap: I can listen to spotify with one device over WiFi, then use a 2nd device to stream music via bluetooth instead and then change the music manually on the speaker to one of my preset favourites. you can also control the input, incl. the 3.5mm, over the app, so you dont have to unplug or re-pair anything. really nice!+ Control: Relates to the above. It is just neatly solved that you can control everything on the speaker itself. With the "favourite" function (allows you to save up to 5 playlists /radio stations) and especially with Alexa, it even serves as a good old-fashioned radio and you do not need ANY additional device to play music and control it. A nice aspect for less technology-adept people, I am very seriously considering of getting the ZIPP for my parents (in their 60s) because the basic functions are so easy to use and intuitiveo App: The best thing about it: you dont have to use it if you dont like it =) everything can be done without it, it isjust needed for some basic settings; however, I personally like the app and find it still easy to use and clea enough ​o Portability: Everyone who thinks this is heavy know this: Using it as a portable bluetooth box is not its prime function, but rather a nice extra (I find the ZIPP light enough to carry, though, and wouldnt mind taking it with me on the go; both the handle and the speaker itself have a nice grip to them). The ZIPP is a WIFI speaker with an integrated battery. This allows you to extend your smart home setup to a barbecue in the garden or wherever your WiFi-signal takes you without being constraint by power plugs.... Battery life is as stated, on 30-40% volume maybe even bexond the 12 hrso AirPlay support: well, I am an android user and still like the speaker, but I am a bit jealous of my wife who has an iPhone: airplay enables you to stream any sound from your phone to the speaker in a breeze, even if you are using an app without integrated support (e.g. if you are watching a video in google chrome or use the netflix app, you can still stream the audio over WiFi/Airplay instead of having to use bluetooth)All in all, highly recommended!Sorry for the extensive review, that was me trying to keep it short....

I bought this to replace a bose soundlink 2.Pros- Incredible sound- Can easily go loud enough to fill a room- Looks nice- Wifi and bluetooth means you can stream from your phone or have it as a standalone player- Aux input- Great battery life - can play music for a whole day without chargingCons- Proprietary charger- Slight hiss when idle- Audio delay over bluetooth and aux means you can't use it as a speaker for a musical instrument- Alexa integration was awkward to set up, could improve with software updates?Haven't tried multi-speakerI'm not an audiophileApp is okay, I guess..

Although a little confusing to set up with Alexa eventually sorted it and worth it. after setting everything up had an issue when trying to use the power button to turn off the speaker as it thought I wanted to go into setup mode again but I think that's user error. Sounds great and the Bass is loud takes a bit of time to get to know how the top button lights up with different icons but you get it - eventually.All in all great Bluetooth portable speaker - maybe instructions could be a bit better. used it a few times from first charge App could be better and it would be great to wake up the speaker with alexa using the name I gave it but not worked that one out yet. It came in packed a white material bag when taking out of the box, it would be great if that was made out of a better material with a zipper or string pull to keep charger and cables in - something for Libratone to consider maybe but hey they wont read this will they.

I was sceptical at first as had not heard of Libratone. But having read positive reviews, decided to buy. It does live up to great reviews, sound quality is very good, easy to use, like the fact it includes Alexa, and portability with a good strap. I take it to the garden, on holidays, DIY projects, on my desk whilst working.