Klipsch ProMedia 2.1
Score: 83/100
Bose Companion 20
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 delivers concert-level loudness and deep bass thanks to its THX-certified design and powerful subwoofer. Its drawbacks are the heavy subwoofer and lack of wireless features. Best for gamers and movie enthusiasts who prioritize loud, immersive sound.
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.
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76.2 mmbest | 70 mm | |
2best | 2best | |
100 Wbest | — | |
1 yearsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 9.61 kg | 1.13 kgbest |
3 | 7best |
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Audio(1) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Source | AC | external_power_pack_ac |
Controls(1) | ||
Volume Control Type | control pod | control_pod |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 9.61 kg | 1.13 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 21.6×10.7×14.4 cm cm | 21.9x8.9x11.9 cm |
Features(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 3 | 7 |
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Professional reviewers view the Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 as a benchmark in desktop audio, lauding its THX certification, horn-loaded tweeters, and concert-level SPL that deliver dynamic, crystal-clear sound. While praised for build quality and easy control, critics point out its bright forward signature, heavy subwoofer, and lack of wireless connectivity, making it less suitable for studio or audiophile applications.
Everyday users celebrate the system's thunderous bass, high volume capability, and plug-and-play simplicity, often describing the bass as "shaking" a room. Recurring complaints focus on a bright or harsh tonal balance up close, the subwoofer's weight and placement challenges, and the missing Bluetooth option.
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.
“Powerful bass that "shakes" indoors”
“Perfect for the demanding listener”
“Impressive bass and clear sound for music, videos, and gaming on PCs”
