As Beats belongs to Apple, you might think that the Pill would only work well with iPhones. However, the opposite is the case: it plays with everyone who has Bluetooth, and especially with iPhones and Android mobiles. Although Beats shares a lot of technology and expertise with Apple, the brand is otherwise completely self-sufficient, cultivating its own image and design...
Beats Pill
12 h, Rechargeable battery operatedColour
Product details
The Beats Pill+ speaker from the Neighbourhood Collection not only adds color to your life but also delivers powerful, wireless sound optimized for all music genres. Inspired by urban living, this speaker features an appealing design and an intuitive user interface that allows you to control your music effortlessly. With an active 2-way stereo crossover, the Beats Pill+ ensures clear and dynamic sound reproduction that adheres to the acoustic standards of professional recording studios. The wireless connection to Bluetooth-enabled devices lets you enjoy your favorite songs, videos, and games with ease. Additionally, the speaker offers a hands-free function for clear phone calls and an impressive battery life of up to 12 hours, so you can listen to music all day long.
- Active 2-way stereo crossover for optimized sound
- Intuitive control via the multifunctional "b" button
- Wireless connection to Bluetooth-enabled devices
- Hands-free function for clear phone calls
- Battery life of up to 12 hours.
Audio Connections | Jack 3.5mm Line In (1x) |
Item number | 8619020 |
Manufacturer | Beats |
Category | Bluetooth speakers |
Manufacturer no. | MQ352ZM/A |
Release date | 7.5.2018 |
External links |
Colour | Green |
Exact colour description | Olive green |
Audio channel | Stereo |
Number of speakers | 1 x |
Speaker principle | 2-way |
Volume control | Touch |
Application range | Consumer / Hi-Fi |
Playback source | External playback device |
Audio Connections | Jack 3.5mm Line In (1x) |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Battery life | 12 h |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Bag, Lightning cable, Power supply |
Length | 21 cm |
Width | 6.92 cm |
Height | 6.30 cm |
Weight | 745 g |
Length | 22.50 cm |
Width | 13 cm |
Height | 8.50 cm |
Weight | 1.32 kg |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Bluetooth speakers» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 1.Beats0.4 %
- 1.Sony0.4 %
- 3.soundcore0.5 %
- 4.Fresh'N Rebel0.6 %
- 5.JBL0.7 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- BeatsNot enough data
- 1.Lexon0 days
- 1.Sony0 days
- 1.Tronsmart0 days
- 1.X-mini0 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Bluetooth speakers» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 14.B&O3.5 %
- 15.Soundboks3.7 %
- 16.Beats3.9 %
- 17.LogiLink4 %
- 18.soundcore4.2 %
- Good sound
- ordinary term
- Powerbank function
- chic design
- Fiddly operation
- App with few functions
The Beats Pill is a great speaker that impresses above all with its stylish, robust and waterproof design. There is little to complain about in terms of sound. And the Pill's battery life of 18.5 hours is good for its size. The Powerbank function via the USB-C port on the back is also great. However, the speaker lacks any real highlights.
In the speaker test, the best Bluetooth and WiFi devices score highly with their rich sound and ease of use. However, only a few offer this complete package. Natural sounding bass, clearly audible details and balanced, lively sound - this is what the perfect speaker should sound like...
- Beautiful, warm sound
- IP67 protection against dust and water
- Quite compact and light
- Integration in Apple's and Google's search apps
- Somewhat overemphasised treble
- Extremely long charging time

- Good sound, comparatively loud
- Good workmanship, waterproof
- Simple operation
- Ortbar
- Long battery life
- Battery life awkward to read

- pleasing sound
- Clever sync modes
- iOS integration
- Can be used as a powerbank
- weak in the mid-range
- Battery life drops to less than 20 hours at higher volumes
The new Beats Pill offers improved sound and modern features - a successful new edition!