Philips TAS1400 12W Bluetooth Speaker, IPX4, ₹1,099

Looking for a light, splash-proof speaker with real bass for about ₹1,100? The Philips TAS1400 is a 12W Bluetooth speaker with a passive radiator and IPX4, listed at ₹1,099 on amazon.in (MRP ₹2,599), with 4.0★ from 830 ratings, an Amazon's Choice badge, 1K+ bought in the past month and a #18 rank in Bluetooth Speakers when we checked. It ranks #4 in our Best Bluetooth Speakers Under ₹2,000 list with an overall score of 7.1/10. It is the best low-cost pick in this list for carrying around.

WHO IT'S FOR

Students, travellers and anyone who wants a speaker that goes in a backpack or hangs from a hook, with a 10-hour battery and splash protection, without spending close to ₹2,000.

SOUND AND BASS

Philips uses a 52mm driver (per launch coverage) with a passive radiator for extra low end. The Amazon table says "Mono" in one row and "2.0 channels" in another; with one driver, expect mono. It should sound fuller than most 10W speakers of this size. Scores: 6.5/10 for sound and 7.0/10 for bass.

LOUDNESS

12W is fine for a room or a small group. Score: 6.5/10.

BATTERY

A 1200mAh battery with up to 10 hours of playtime is claimed, charged over USB Type-C. That is a good figure for a light speaker, though playtime claims are usually measured at moderate volume. Score: 7.0/10.

CONNECTIVITY

Bluetooth 5.3, TF card and USB playback. No AUX input is listed, and no TWS pairing either. Score: 6.0/10.

WATER RESISTANCE AND BUILD

IPX4 splash and sweat resistance per Philips and the listing bullets, although Amazon's spec table also says "Is Waterproof: False". IPX4 is splash-proof, not waterproof, so both can be read as true. Score: 7.0/10. At about 289g and 16.4 x 5.9 x 8.7cm, with a hanging strap, it is one of the easiest speakers here to carry (8.5/10). Build: 7.0/10. Amazon's "9V battery" line is a template error; it has a built-in rechargeable battery.

FEATURES

• •RGB light modes, the strap and voice-assistant support (per Philips' launch note). Amazon does not list a mic for calls, so we did not count it. Score: 6.5/10. Warranty is 1 year.

TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS

Hang it from the strap at head height in a bathroom or tent for better sound spread. Keep the passive radiator side free and do not press it against a wall or bag. Wipe it dry after splashes and only charge it when the Type-C port is dry. Turn the RGB lights off to save battery on trips.

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

• •The speaker, a USB Type-C cable and a user manual (Amazon), with the hanging strap attached. There is no AUX cable because the speaker has no AUX port. A normal 5V phone charger works for charging. Philips sells it in blue, black and green; the price can differ by colour, so compare before you buy.

HOW IT COMPARES AT THIS PRICE

Its bigger sibling, the Philips TAS2400 (₹1,899), adds stereo, 32W max and a mic, but weighs 732g. The Portronics Apollo One (₹1,099) costs the same with 20W and a karaoke mic, but it has no water resistance and only 5 hours.

VALUE FOR MONEY

Splash protection, 10 hours and a passive radiator for ₹1,099: 8.5/10.

VERDICT

The Philips TAS1400 is the best portable Bluetooth speaker under ₹2,000 for travel at a low price. Buy it if you want something light that can handle splashes. Skip it if you need AUX, TWS or party volume. Check the live price before you order.

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