Product Comparison: DALI Katch vs Bang & Olufsen Beolit 17


General Specifications
Brand
DALI
Bang & Olufsen
Model
Katch
Beolit 17
Origin
China
China
About the product
Setting fresh standards in portable audio, the stunning new KATCH is the ultimate embodiment of DALI’s advanced digital technology and unique design knowhow, bringing both elements together to create a loudspeaker that delivers incredibly rich sound from an incredibly compact chassis.
With hugely powerful sound and long battery life, Beolit 17 is the 3rd generation of a classic speaker for the home or on the go. Beolit 17 gives you up to 24 hours of battery life at background listening volumes.
Key Specs
Power output
50 W
70 W
Connection Type
Bluetooth 4.0
Bluetooth 4.2
Range
30 ft.
30 ft.
Battery Life
24 hour(s)
25 hour(s)
Dynamic Configuration
6 drivers
6 drivers
What customers say about "Key Specs"
 
Bang & Olufsen Beolit 17 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
  • Super Bluetooth speaker with big sound.
  • Best soundings Bluetooth I’ve heard!
  • I’ve not had issues with battery.
  • Battery life strong at reasonable volume.
  • The battery is trash. Poor quality.
Size & Weight
Color
Dark Shadow
Black
Height
5.43 in.
9.05 in.
Width
10.57 in.
7.44 in.
Depth
1.85 in.
5.31 in.
Weight
2.42 lbs.
5.95 lbs.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
DALI Katch Portable Bluetooth Active Speaker
  • Good for carrying around due to lists shape and size.
  • Excellent sound for a speaker of this size.
  • Bass and drive are really good for the size.
  • Elegant, perfect size, and when it's time to play Cowgirl in the Sand she's ready to rock.
  • Very pleased. Good and compact size for me.
Bang & Olufsen Beolit 17 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
  • It's pretty small given how big the sound is.
  • A brilliant small speakers. I like it!
  • A perfect small, portable speaker.
  • Small enough loud enough. Recommended.
  • The portability of this small, effective speaker makes it very versatile, I can put it anywhere.
Features
Controls
Buttons
Buttons
Material
Aluminum
Aluminium / Leather / Plastic
Display Type
No
No
Battery Type
Lithium-ion polymer
Lithium-ion polymer
Supported Systems
Smartphones / Tablets, PC
Smartphones / Tablets, PC
Hand Strap
Yes
Yes
Accessories Included
Power adaptor, Travel Bag
Type C USB cable
Extras
Sound Mode, Lasting Performance, Easy charging, Simple control
True360 Signature Sound, Premium materials are built to last, Music that Moves with You, Never Miss a Beat
What customers say about "Features"
DALI Katch Portable Bluetooth Active Speaker
  • It does have some quite unique features including 2 sound modes.
  • Two users can connect simultaneously without the override feature we have been used to with the Sonos system.
  • This is such a great speaker. Good features.
  • Best product with perfect features I have ever purchased.
  • A lot of features! Very nice - I like it!
Bang & Olufsen Beolit 17 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
  • Combined with the great sound, portability features, name brand, USB-C charging and good app support.
  • With the app it is possible to display the battery level of the box.
  • App Beoplay Music for control volume and sound mode adjustment recommended!
  • Alarm function as a novelty. Perfect!
  • Has really great features for my needs. Would recommend.
Interfaces
AUX In
Yes
Yes
Ethernet Port
No
No
Micro USB
No
No
USB
Yes
No
Lightning Port
No
No
NFC
Yes
No
Card Slot
No
No
What customers say about "Interfaces"
DALI Katch Portable Bluetooth Active Speaker
  • You can charge the smartphone via the USB port.
  • Bluetooth connection is fast. AUX connection is very durable.
  • I am very pleased with the device. Solid AUX connectivity.
  • Good AUX port. Has USB port. I like this.
  • Wouldn’t play through AUX, wouldn’t show up on Bluetooth anymore.
Bang & Olufsen Beolit 17 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
  • USB-C charging is pretty fast though.
  • Charge time of 2.5 hrs via the included fast USB-C charger.
  • It is charged via a USB-C connector. Recommended.
  • USB-C charging. Durable connectivity.
  • Good speaker with USB-C. Perfect device.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
Manufacturer
Other reviews