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Beats Pill vs Marshall Emberton II

Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.

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Beats Pill

Beats Pill

  • 680 g.
  • Up to 24 hours per charge.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • IP67 rating.
  • Class 1 Bluetooth.
KSh 22,300In Stock
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Marshall Emberton II

Marshall Emberton II

  • 700 g.
  • Bluetooth 5.1 connection.
  • Built-in, rechargeable Li-ion battery.
  • 20 Watts.
  • IP67 water and dust resistance.
KSh 23,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Beats Pill if you want faster recharging (10 minutes) and a paired-device voice assistant. Choose the Marshall Emberton II if you want longer battery life (more than 30 hours).

Weight

Beats Pill
680 g
Marshall Emberton II
700 g

Battery life

Beats Pill
Up to 24 hours per charge
Marshall Emberton II
30+ Hours

Connections

Beats Pill
Class 1 Bluetooth
Marshall Emberton II
Bluetooth 5.1

Audio

Beats Pill
USB-C lossless audio
Marshall Emberton II
True Stereophonic

Charging

Beats Pill
10 minutes for up to 2 hours
Marshall Emberton II
20 Minutes = 4 Hours Playtime

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Beats Pill

  • Recharges faster: 10 minutes (vs 3 hours).
  • Paired-device voice assistant.
  • Power source: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

Marshall Emberton II

  • Longer rated battery life: more than 30 hours (vs 24 hours).
  • Power source: Rechargeable battery / USB charging.

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PriorityBeats PillMarshall Emberton II
Battery lifeUp to 24 hours per charge30+ Hours
ConnectionsClass 1 BluetoothBluetooth 5.1
Water resistanceIP67 water and dust resistanceIP67 water and dust resistance
Battery capacityRechargeable lithium-ion batteryBuilt-in, rechargeable Li-ion battery
Charging10 minutes for up to 2 hours of playback20 Minutes = 4 Hours Playtime
SoftwareWorks with the Built-in iOS controls Beats appWorks with the Marshall Bluetooth app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationBeats PillMarshall Emberton II
BrandBeatsMarshall
ModelBeats PillEmberton II Portable Bluetooth Speaker
TypePortable Bluetooth SpeakerPortable Bluetooth Speaker
Color—Black and Brass, Cream, Black and Steel

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationBeats PillMarshall Emberton II
Dimensions219 × 71 × 70 mm (L × W × H)160 x 68 x 76 mm (W x H x D)
Weight680 g0.7 kg

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationBeats PillMarshall Emberton II
BatteryRechargeable lithium-ion batteryBuilt-in, rechargeable Li-ion battery

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationBeats PillMarshall Emberton II
BluetoothClass 1 BluetoothBluetooth 5.1
Wired InputsUSB-C audioNo wired audio input
USBUSB-C charging, audio and power-bank outputUSB-C charging port
Multi-Speaker / Stereo PairingAmplify Mode; Stereo Mode with two Beats Pill speakersStack Mode with other Emberton II speakers
App SupportBuilt-in iOS controls; Beats app for AndroidMarshall Bluetooth App
Bluetooth Range—10 m (30 ft)
Wi-Fi—Bluetooth-only portable speaker
HDMI—Portable speaker design
Microphone / Guitar Inputs—No microphone or guitar input

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationBeats PillMarshall Emberton II
Voice AssistantPaired-device voice assistantNo built-in voice assistant
Lightshow—No party lightshow
Party Features—Not a party-speaker product
Home Cinema Features—Not a home-cinema speaker
Special Features—Stack Mode (Sync Multiple Speakers)

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationBeats PillMarshall Emberton II
Speaker ConfigurationRacetrack woofer and tweeterSealed with passive radiators; True Stereophonic 360° sound
DriversRacetrack woofer; separate tweeterTwo 2-inch 10W Full Range, Two Passive Radiators
Audio FeaturesUSB-C lossless audio; one-touch pairing; Find My and Find My DeviceTrue Stereophonic (360° Sound)
Frequency Response—60 Hz-20 kHz
Total Power Output—20 Watts (Class D Amplifiers)
Maximum SPL—87 dB SPL @ 1 m
Amplifier—2 x 10 W Class D amplifiers
Audio Channels—Stereo
Sound Modes / EQ—Equaliser presets in Marshall Bluetooth app

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationBeats PillMarshall Emberton II
Power SourceRechargeable lithium-ion battery; USB-C chargingRechargeable battery / USB charging
Battery LifeUp to 24 hours30+ Hours
Fast Charging10 minutes for up to 2 hours of playback20 Minutes = 4 Hours Playtime
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Charging Time—3 Hours to Full (20 Min Fast Charge for 4 Hrs)
Power Consumption—5.6-10.7 W charging supply

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationBeats PillMarshall Emberton II
ControlsMusic/call button; volume buttons; power, pairing and voice-assistant buttonMulti-Directional Brass Control Knob
Water & Dust ResistanceIP67IP67 Water and Dust Resistance
MaterialsSilicone backing50% Post-Consumer Recycled Plastic
Placement / Mounting20-degree upward-facing design; removable carry lanyardFree-standing portable placement

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationBeats PillMarshall Emberton II
Speaker / SoundbarBeats PillEmberton II Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Power CableUSB-C to USB-C cable; power adapter sold separatelyUSB charging cable
Audio / HDMI CableUSB-C to USB-C audio/charging cableNot applicable
Other AccessoriesRemovable carry lanyard—
DocumentationQuick-start guide; warranty cardQuick Start Guide and safety documentation
Subwoofer—No subwoofer supplied
Remote Control—No remote control supplied
Mounting Accessories—Portable design

Similarities

  • Both are rated IP67.
  • Both work with a companion app.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Same type: Portable Bluetooth Speaker.

In summary

Choose Beats Pill for faster recharging and a paired-device voice assistant; Marshall Emberton II offers longer rated battery life.

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