Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5

Name: Bang & Olufsen — Beosound A5, portable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speaker (Dark Oak)
Brand: Bang & Olufsen
SKU: B0BXPVG917

Portable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speaker (Dark Oak)

Ideal for: Premium portable sound around the home.

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The Beosound A5 is Bang & Olufsen’s premium portable speaker: 280 W, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, built-in wireless charger and a Dark Oak finish made to be left on display.

Total power280 W (4 × 70 W, class D)
Battery life12+ hours (according to B&O)
ProtectionIP65 (dust and water)
Frequency range32–23,000 Hz
ConnectivityWi-Fi and Bluetooth, built-in wireless charging

Avoid ifSkip it if you want a small pocket speaker or have a tight budget: the A5 is a premium 280 W speaker designed to move from room to room, not to slip into a bag.

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 portable speaker shown on the official product page

Why this model

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 is a premium portable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speaker for people who want real living-room sound that moves from room to room, in a design worth leaving on display. In its Dark Oak finish, it keeps a restrained Scandinavian look.

According to Bang & Olufsen, it offers 280 W of amplification, over 12 hours of playtime, IP65 protection and a wireless charger built into the top. Here is what that means day to day, who it suits, and when another speaker is a better fit.

Design: a Bang & Olufsen speaker that doubles as a decorative object

Bang & Olufsen offers the Beosound A5 in several finishes, including Dark Oak, which combines dark wood and aluminium. It sits on the floor, a shelf or a table, and still looks good when it isn’t playing.

A handle makes it easy to move around, and the top houses a wireless charger for your phone. You control it from the speaker itself or through the Bang & Olufsen app.

Everyday use: from the living room to the terrace

On battery, B&O quotes more than 12 hours of playback. You can carry it from the kitchen to the living room without plugging it in, then connect its USB-C power supply whenever you like.

It connects over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. With Wi-Fi you can use streaming protocols such as AirPlay and Chromecast; with Bluetooth you simply send sound from your phone. Two Beosound A5 speakers can also be paired in stereo.

Key specs: power, midrange and bass

According to Bang & Olufsen, the A5 packs a 0.8-inch tweeter, two 2-inch full-range drivers and a 5¼-inch woofer. Each is driven by a 70 W class D amplifier, for 280 W in total.

The stated frequency range runs from 32 to 23,000 Hz, with a maximum level of 101 dB at 1 m. B&O recommends it for rooms of 10 to 50 m² and lists IP65 protection against dust and water.

Who it’s for and who should skip it

The Beosound A5 is for you if you want one speaker that can stand in for a small hi-fi in the living room without giving up on design. It also suits people who like to move their music around the home and appreciate quality materials.

Skip it if you want a light speaker to toss in a bag, or just a small Bluetooth speaker for the shower or the beach. A more compact, less ambitious speaker will suit you better.

Frequently asked questions

What is the battery life of the Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5?

According to Bang & Olufsen, the Beosound A5 offers more than 12 hours of playback on battery. You can also plug it in with its USB-C power supply for continuous use.

Is the Beosound A5 water and dust resistant?

Yes, Bang & Olufsen lists an IP65 rating, meaning protection against dust and water. You can take it outdoors, but it isn’t designed to be submerged.

Does the Beosound A5 work over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth?

Yes, it is a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speaker. Bluetooth sends sound from your phone, and Wi-Fi connects it to your home network.

Can you charge your phone on the Beosound A5?

Yes, a wireless charger is built into the top panel, according to Bang & Olufsen. You need a phone that supports wireless charging.

What is a smaller design alternative to the Beosound A5?

If the A5 is too big or too ambitious for you, look at a more compact portable speaker such as Bang & Olufsen’s Beosound A1 or a Sonos Move 2. They are easier to carry, with less power.