Bose Companion 2 Series III 3.5mm Black
Score: 74/100
Sanyun SW208
Score: 77/100Rankings
The Sanyun SW208 are active 2.0 bookshelf speakers delivering 60 W total power with Bluetooth 5.0 and a 24-bit DAC. Absence of a subwoofer and RGB lighting limits low-frequency impact and visual flair. Great for users seeking compact, high-fidelity stereo sound for desktops or small shelves.
The Bose Companion 2 Series III delivers clear mids and a surprisingly spacious soundstage for its compact size. Its main trade-off is modest bass and the absence of Bluetooth. Best suited for budget-conscious PC users who need a simple wired solution.
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— | 76 mmbest | |
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— | 60 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.223 kgbest | — |
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Volume Control Type | dial | knob |
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Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 19.1×7.9×15.0 cm cm | 19.0×13.6×11.9 cm cm |
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Professional reviewers commend the Companion 2 Series III for delivering a surprisingly wide and clear soundstage for its size, thanks to Bose's TrueSpace digital processing. They acknowledge its solid value for desktop audio but note the modest bass and lack of Bluetooth as drawbacks compared to newer multi-channel or wireless offerings.
Consumers consistently highlight the speaker's straightforward plug-and-play setup, clear mids and highs, and compact desk-friendly design. The most common complaints revolve around the limited bass depth and the perception that the maximum volume can be restrictive for louder media.
