Austin

Name: Klipsch Austin
Brand: Klipsch
Rating: 72 (4 reviews)

Released Feb 1, 2024 · Analysis updated Jul 3, 2026

Portable Bluetooth speaker offering good sound, IP67 durability, 12-hour battery, and TWS pairing with a convenient strap. The Klipsch Austin scores 72/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the portable speakers category. Coverage includes reviews from Seriousinsights, Consumerreports, Pcmag, and Loudnwireless.

Critic Score

What's this?

based on 4 expert reviews

SeriousinsightsConsumerreportsPcmagLoudnwireless

Low confidence · only 4 reviews

Where to buy

amazon$77.00

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Pros

Useful built-in strap(2)

Cons

Light on bass power(2)
Significant distortion and crackling at high volumes(2)

4 Publication Reviews

Independent publication06/2025

Independent publicationJun 30, 2025

AI summary of this review

Austin delivers miniature might: rugged IP67 build, punchy bass from a passive radiator design, crisp mids and highs, Bluetooth 5.3 with TWS pairing, 12 h battery and mic—all around outstanding clarit...

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Major publication

AI summary of this review

The Klipsch Austin had acceptable overall sound quality but with obvious shortcomings in its sound reproduction.

Score estimated from the review text

Major publication02/2024

Major publicationFeb 27, 2024

AI summary of this review

The durable Klipsch Austin offers decent sound for its compact size, but it doesn't stand out against similarly priced Bluetooth speakers.

Score estimated from the review text

Independent publication04/2024

Independent publicationApr 11, 2024

AI summary of this review

The Austin is a rugged, portable speaker that sounds crisp and sparkly at moderate volumes, though it suffers from high-volume distortion and a clunky companion app.

Score estimated from the review text