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alaTest has collected and analyzed 13 reviews of Bluesound Powernode 2i. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the price. The design also gets good feedback, but the reliability and usability get negative views.
design, price
usability, reliability
We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Bluesound Powernode 2i is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 92/100 = Excellent quality.
Expert review by : Hi-Fi Choice (hifichoice.co.uk)
One of a selection of updated models unveiled in October last year, the next-gen Powernode 2i is part of Bluesound's Node subset range, which includes the Node 2i streamer (£499) and the Vault 2i server/player (£1,099). The Powernode 2i is perhaps the...
Expert review by : Chris Eberle (hometheaterhifi.com)
Bluesound's Powernode 2i Wireless Streaming Amplifier and Pulse Flex 2i Wireless Streaming Speaker deliver high-quality audio, premium...
Convenient app-based setup of the Powernode 2i Amp and Flex 2i Speakers ; No physical connections required between amp and speakers ; Clear, neutral, and balanced sound ; A versatile system that can play music or movies with equal quality
No flaws of consequence
Expert review by : Jonathan Takiff (techhive.com)
This self-amplified multi-room music streamer delivers high-res audio experiences that Sonos won't, but Bluesound's user experience isn't nearly as polished.
No competitor delivers better performance at this price ; High-quality amplifier and DAC ; HDMI and two-way Bluetooth support ; Supports every high-resolution music-streaming service
BluOS Controller can be wonky to use ; Doesn't gracefully recover from network outages ; Must use stilted language to control with a digital assistant
The Powernode 2i is for music lovers who care deeply about audio quality and are willing to suffer with a few quirks and a less-than-stellar user interface to get it. Most of its shortcomings are software related and therefore fixable. There’s no...
Expert review by : Ian White (ecoustics)
The PowerNode 2i offers almost seamless integration of streaming services in a beautiful sounding amplifier that has no competition at its price. In case you were curious why so many people are interested in products like the Bluesound PowerNode 2i...
Consumer review (richersounds.com)
It only took 10 minutes to get the Powernode up and running, and playing music from streaming services, internet radio, and FLAC files from USB. The sound quality is excellent.
Consumer review (richersounds.com)
I've been looking at the powernode 2i for a while and finally had to buy it due to my old amplifier dying. At this point, I'm streaming or playing lossless files. So this is the perfect one box solution that is very easy to use and sounds excellent for...
Consumer review (richersounds.com)
I bought this unit a month ago and mainly use it for TV (via optical cable) and streaming services (Spotify and Internet Radio). I am generally pleased with the sound, however, the unit can sound harsh with certain recordings as the unit's sound...
Consumer review (richersounds.com)
Very stylish little box to which you can just add speakers for the best quality sound. Particularly recommended for use with Tidal from which you can access better than CD recording quality tracks
Consumer review (richersounds.com)
Cannot believe this thing has no balance control (and minimal equaliser ie base or treble a few db only)..or am I wrong? Didnt even occur to me check before purchase, as for any stereo hifi i would have thought this is as fundamental a control as the...
Consumer review (richersounds.com)
I have Sonos throughout my house and was looking for the same connectivity and ease of use but with significantly better sound quality... the Powernode 2i doesn't disappoint. I have it coupled with Q Acoustics 3050i speakers, Audioquest Rocket 22 and...
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