Name: BeoLit 17
Brand: Bang & Olufsen
SKU: 119293
Rating: 3.8 (101 reviews)

4.1

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.5 / 5

next-level sound performance
smooth functionality
and premium materials

it only takes a couple of hours to get your speaker back to full capacity
steep up-front price can be a turn-off for some
the DSP is a little more hands-off

Bluetooth: yes
Wireless network (wi-fi): no
Playback time: 24 h
Battery capacity: 2200 mAh

Bang & Olufsen BeoLit 17 - Pros & Cons

next-level sound performance
smooth functionality
and premium materials
buttons are ergonomic and easy to use
rich and crisp sound in all directions
incredibly strong polymer that can easily withstand daily use
wireless feature is essential for ease of use and portability
Sound Technology is very exciting
speaker has a very solid and high-end quality feel
unique lunchbox style is simple and charming
Sonically and aesthetically
Sonically
it delivers a strong audio experience
Excellent audio performance with subwoofer-like bass response and clear highs
exciting
rich sound signature that will appeal to plenty of listeners
its signature style and beautiful soundscape
impeccable sound quality and bonus capabilities throughout
Beolit is a beautiful creation
The mid and higher levels are crisp and clear
exceptional aesthetics
incredible designs
and powerful performance

it only takes a couple of hours to get your speaker back to full capacity
steep up-front price can be a turn-off for some
the DSP is a little more hands-off
no included cable for wired listening
speaker shuts down after an extended period of inactivity
the track is already fairly heavily compressed
no speakerphone function
Lack of smart speaker integration and no hands-free calling makes the device

Bang & Olufsen BeoLit 17 - Technical Overview

	Poor	Average	Good	Excellent
Peak power	70 W Best: Devialet Phantom Peak power: 4500 W
Weight	2600 g Best: Philips BT2650 Weight: 0.21 g
Playback time	24 h Best: Music Angel Mini Best Friendz Playback time: 120 h

Bang & Olufsen BeoLit 17 - Full Specifications

Low frequency	37.0 Hz
High frequency	20.0 kHz
Peak power	70.0 W
Number of drivers	4

Height	5.31 in
Width	9.06 in
Depth	7.44 in
Weight	91.71 oz

Docking station for mobile/Tablet	no
Radio receiver	no
Smart speaker (virtual assistant)	no
USB input port	yes
Power bank	yes
Built-in microphone	yes

Colour of product	Grey Grey,Silver Pink Silver

USB	yes
Type of USB connector	USB
AUX in	yes
Bluetooth	yes
Bluetooth codec	aptX
Bluetooth version	4.2
Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)	1
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)	no

Battery operated	yes
USB powered	yes
Electric (not USB)	no
Battery type	Li-Ion
Playback time	24.0 h
Battery capacity	2200.0 mAh
Battery life (max)	24.0 h

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Bang & Olufsen BeoLit 17 Bang & Olufsen - Editorial Reviews (3)

4.0

Based on 3 reviews

Bang & Olufsen BeoLit 17 B&O Play Beolit 17 Review

PCMAG

Published: 03.04.2017

B&O Play Beolit 17 Review

4.0

The B&O Play Beolit 17 speaker provides a bass-forward, balanced Bluetooth audio experience at a slightly lower price than its predecessor.

Bang & Olufsen BeoLit 17 B&O Play's Beolit 17 looks like a Scandinavian lunch box but is really a $500 Bluetooth speaker

CNET

Published: 02.03.2017

B&O Play's Beolit 17 looks like a Scandinavian lunch box but is really a $500 Bluetooth speaker

The company's follow-up to the Beolit 15 is a compact yet powerful portable wireless speaker that delivers up 24 hours of battery life.

Bang & Olufsen BeoLit 17 B&O Play Beolit 17 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Review - Nerd Techy

nerdtechy.com

Published: 04.03.2017

B&O Play Beolit 17 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Review - Nerd Techy

If you’re an audiophile, you likely already know the incredible quality that Bang & Olufsen is famous for. Sure, their audio-products are some of the most expensive, but they’re typically leading the way with hi-fidelity sound and lasting quality. As a reputable manufacturer that’s been around for the past several decades, they’ve gained quite the following. With their latest release, the Beolit 17, it’s set to deliver what B&O is famous for, with a revamp of their popular Beolit 15. It’s a portable speaker with improvements all across the board – better materials, more power and an added battery life.