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Braven 855s

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User ratings:
43
4.1 out of 5
43 user ratings
5 stars
27 %
4 stars
55 %
3 stars
11 %
2 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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3.8 out of 5
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5 stars
33 %
4 stars
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Pros

  • Rugged design with water-resistant feature
  • Solid sound with impressive bass responses
  • the speaker performs really well in other tracks

Cons

  • It is only used to charge portable devices off the internal battery
  • it is not really a portable speaker
  • the sound become thinner and so vulnerable

Key specs

  • yes
  • no
  • 20 h

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Braven 855s - Pros & Cons

Braven 855s

Pros

  • Rugged design with water-resistant feature
  • Solid sound with impressive bass responses
  • the speaker performs really well in other tracks
  • Mid-range sounds are crisp and clear
  • solid build quality and tough design
  • plays loud and features excellent battery life
  • ruggedly built
  • water-resistant
  • and sounds good
  • decent sound and has strong battery life
  • a durable and solid feel

Cons

  • It is only used to charge portable devices off the internal battery
  • it is not really a portable speaker
  • the sound become thinner and so vulnerable
  • the sound will become so horrible
  • the speaker is too big and heavy
  • high-capacity backup battery
  • can distort at higher volumes with certain tracks
  • padded enough to survive being dropped from lengthy heights
  • it s lacking in sound clarity
  • doesn t mean it s not a valuable resource

Braven 855s - Technical Overview

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IconPeak power
20 W
Best:
Devialet Phantom
Peak power: 4500 W
IconWeight
1520 g
Best:
Philips BT2650
Weight: 0.21 g
IconPlayback time
20 h
Best:
Music Angel Mini Best Friendz
Playback time: 120 h

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Braven 855s - Full Specifications

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Sound
Channels2.0
Peak power20.0 W
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Dimensions
Height3.98 in
Width9.45 in
Depth2.76 in
Weight53.62 oz
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Features
Docking station for mobile/Tabletno
Radio receiverno
Smart speaker (virtual assistant)no
Memory card readerno
USB input portyes
Power bankyes
IP code (level of dust/water resistance)IPX3
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Design
Colour of productBlack,Metallic
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Connectivity
USByes
USB version2.0
AUX inyes
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth codec
  • aptX
  • SBC
Bluetooth profile
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
Bluetooth version3.0
Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)1
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
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Power
Battery operatedyes
USB poweredyes
Electric (not USB)yes
Battery typeLi-Ion
Playback time20.0 h

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Braven 855s Braven - Editorial Reviews (9)

3.8
Based on 9 reviews
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Braven 855s Braven 855s Bluetooth speaker review: Water-resistant BT speaker packs a punch
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CNET
Published: 05.05.2014
Braven 855s Bluetooth speaker review: Water-resistant BT speaker packs a punch
3.5

The Braven 855s isn't cheap, but it's built like a brick (and weighs as much) and delivers decent sound.

Braven 855s Braven's Rugged 855S Bluetooth Speaker Is Tougher Than Old Boots, And Sound Way Better [Review] | Cult of Mac
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Cult of Mac
Published: 04.10.2013
Braven's Rugged 855S Bluetooth Speaker Is Tougher Than Old Boots, And Sound Way Better [Review] | Cult of Mac

855s by Braven Category: Speakers Works With:Anything Price: $299 Braven’s 855S is the companion speaker to the 850. The internals are much the

Braven 855s BRAVEN 855s Bluetooth Weather-Resistant Speaker Preview
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Audioholics Home Theater, HDTV, Receivers, Speakers, Blu-ray Reviews and News
Published: 28.07.2013
BRAVEN 855s Bluetooth Weather-Resistant Speaker Preview

At $300, the water resistant BRAVEN 855s Bluetooth speaker is expensive but well equipped. It has a 3.5mm input, can pair with a second BRAVEN for stereo, and can charge your wireless device..

Braven 855s Braven 855s Water-Resistant Wireless Speaker Review
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techwalls.com
Published: 26.07.2014
Braven 855s Water-Resistant Wireless Speaker Review
4.5

Although the Braven 855s wireless speaker was released late last year, I was still so excited when I received the product to review on TechWalls.

Braven 855s BRAVEN 855s Bluetooth weather-resistant speaker review
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AndroidGuys
Published: 19.08.2013
BRAVEN 855s Bluetooth weather-resistant speaker review

Premium look and sound from water-resistant speaker with 20 hours of playback.

Braven 855s Braven 855s Bluetooth Speaker Review
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Phone Arena
Published: 12.03.2014
Braven 855s Bluetooth Speaker Review

Very recently, we checked out the Braven 850 speaker, which intrigued us with its killer industrial design, punchy audio quality, and serious battery life. Strengthening its lineup, Braven also offers its 855s Portable Bluetooth Speaker, which interestingly enough, separates itself from its sibling by offering up a tougher exterior...

Braven 855s Braven 855s rugged Bluetooth speaker
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Good Gear Guide
Braven 855s rugged Bluetooth speaker
3.5

Braven's 855s can withstand the elements, and it can also be paired with a second speaker to provide excellent stereo sound quality

Braven 855s Braven 850 and 855s Review: Great Wireless Sound… at a Price
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Gotta Be Mobile
Published: 17.08.2013
Braven 850 and 855s Review: Great Wireless Sound… at a Price
Braven 855s Review: BRAVEN 855s - big sound, big box with water resistance
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eftm.com.au
Published: 17.05.2014
Review: BRAVEN 855s - big sound, big box with water resistance

This is the biggest "portable" Bluetooth speaker I've seen - it weights 1.5kg and packs a punch with every gram.  The Braven brand is growing from