Bose Companion 20
Score: 80/100
Edifier D12
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Edifier D12 is a compact desktop speaker delivering 70 W RMS with clear mids and rich bass from a wooden enclosure. Its main trade-off is the lack of battery operation and limited deep-bass extension without a separate subwoofer. Ideal for home offices or small rooms where wired power is acceptable.
The Bose Companion 20 is a compact 2.0 desktop speaker system praised for its rich sound and sleek design. Its drawbacks include a premium price, short cables, and lack of a subwoofer. Ideal for users who prioritize soundstage and aesthetics over deep bass.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
70 mm | 101.6 mmbest | |
2best | 2best | |
— | 70 Wbest | |
— | 85 dBbest | |
— | 9.8 mbest | |
— | 2 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.13 kgbest | 4.6 kg |
7best | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(1) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 70 mm | 101.6 mm |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Source | external_power_pack_ac | Plug-in |
Controls(1) | ||
Volume Control Type | control_pod | knobs+remote |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.13 kg | 4.6 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 21.9x8.9x11.9 cm | 32.0×18.5×42.6 cm |
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Reviewers consistently commend the Companion 20 for delivering strong, natural bass and a wide, clear soundstage through its TrueSpace processing and ported design, calling it the best-sounding desktop speaker system available. However, they criticize Bose for withholding key specifications, the absence of a subwoofer, and a price that seems high for the limited disclosed performance data.
Everyday users appreciate the clear, bass-rich audio and the convenience of the control pod, noting the speakers fit well on small desks and are easy to set up. Recurring frustrations center on short cable lengths, a perception of high cost, and occasional distortion when the volume is maxed out without adjusting the source.
Professional reviewers and editors consistently commend the Edifier D12 for its surprisingly powerful 70 W RMS output, crystal-clear mids and highs from silk-dome tweeters, and warm, bass-rich sound aided by the wooden, ported cabinet.
Everyday users echo the professional praise, noting the D12's clear audio, solid bass and ease of setup. The most common positive remarks focus on its compact footprint, dual connectivity options, and the ability to fill a room despite its size.
“Impressive bass and clear sound for music, videos, and gaming on PCs”
“Short cables restrict where I can place the speakers”
