The Xiaomi Sound Play is an 18W Bluetooth speaker that combines functionality with aesthetic appeal. Available in Black, White, Purple, and Green, it retails for €50.
Weighing 415 grams and boasting an IP68 rating, this speaker is resistant to both dust and water. It supports TWS stereo pairing, allowing users to connect two speakers for enhanced stereo sound. Additionally, with Auracast support, you can pair up to 100 speakers to play simultaneously.
The front features three buttons: volume up, play/pause, and volume down. On the back, you'll find a covered USB-C port, a Power and Bluetooth button, the Auracast button, and a special button to control the speaker's lights.
This speaker includes two light features: a bottom ambient ring light and an infinity mirror light. Users can select from orange, blue, green, and purple colors, and the lights can synchronize with the music.
The infinity mirror light is visually striking, especially in low-light conditions, as it creates an intriguing effect that appears to extend into the speaker's hollow interior.
For portability, the speaker is equipped with a handy top handle, making it easy to carry, as well as to attach to a backpack or bicycle.
Its design, reminiscent of a 400ml can or bottle, allows it to fit conveniently into a backpack pocket or a bike's bottle cage.
Now, let’s discuss sound quality. The Xiaomi Sound Play features a single full-range speaker with a rated output of 18W.
The sound output is tuned for clarity, with a focus on vocals and midrange frequencies. The bass is well-controlled, ensuring it does not interfere with the mids. Overall, the tuning provides a broad appeal suitable for various music styles.
The speaker delivers impressive volume levels, adequately filling a standard room even at 60-70% volume. However, pushing it beyond 90% may introduce audible distortion with most songs.
A portable speaker
