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Samsung SHAPE M5 (WAM550 / WAM551)

Samsung SHAPE M5 (WAM550 / WAM551)
alaScore 91

139 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 139 reviews of Samsung SHAPE M5 (WAM550 / WAM551). The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Opinions about the sound and design are on the whole positive. The size and price also get good opinions, but there are some less positive reviews about the connectivity. Views are divided on the reliability.

usability, price, size, design, sound

connectivity

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Samsung SHAPE M5 (WAM550 / WAM551) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Samsung SHAPE M5 (WAM550 / WAM551)

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 27 user reviews of Samsung SHAPE M5 (WAM550 / WAM551) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Opinions about the bass quality and price are generally positive. The design and sound are also mentioned favorably, but some have doubts about the connectivity.

usability, sound, design, price, bass quality

connectivity

89% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Samsung SHAPE M5 (WAM550 / WAM551)

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of Samsung SHAPE M5 (WAM550 / WAM551) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the usability.

usability

100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.ca)

Amazon.ca review summary for Samsung SHAPE M5 (WAM550 / WAM551)

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 15 user reviews of Samsung SHAPE M5 (WAM550 / WAM551) from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.ca. Opinions about the size and design are overall positive, whereas the reliability and usability get critical reviews.

price, design, size

usability, reliability

80% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Danny Phillips (trustedreviews.com)

Samsung M5

 

Make multiroom easy with Samsung's superb streaming speaker

Distinctive design ; Full-bodied sound with crisp detail ; Easy-to-use smartphone app

Occasionally overwhelming bass ; Not enough of a step up from the M3 ; No audio inputs

Samsung shows its rivals how multiroom should be done with its slick, stylish and user-friendly wireless speaker.

Jan, 2015

Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Samsung Shape Audio System review

 

One to watch in multi-room, Samsung's first effort is not bad at all

Big sound Decent amount of detail Good control app Well featured Clear mid-range

Lacks a universal ‘family sound’ Bass tubby and unrefined, particularly in M7

It’s a shame Samsung hasn’t been able to create a consistent sound across the speaker range. But, with the Shape Audio System, it has come close to providing Sonos with one of its first serious competitors in years. With extensive functionality, a...

Nov, 2014

Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Samsung M5 review

 

A seriously talented speaker that brings fun and performance in spades

Big and spacious sound for its size Fun, likeable character Clean, cohesive sound Strong midrange Exciting, agile presentation

Bass can occasionally be tubby

You will enjoy the clean, open and exciting sound the M5 produces, while its connectivity makes it a one-stop shop for your streaming needs. Its multi-room potential only adds to its charm too. This is a must-try wireless speaker that is fun and packs...

Sep, 2014

Expert review by (channel5.com)

Samsung M5 Speaker Review

 

The Samsung M5 might look like a wedge of odd cheese, but it packs in plenty of punch, and it aims to rival Sonos' multi-room skills too. Can Samsung topple Sonos for the multi-room crown or is it a lacklustre first effort? We take a look.

Despite its compact and unusual design, the Samsung M5 packs in some serious sound. It's loud and clear and sounds pretty good, although the bass could be more pronounced. And with some serious wireless smarts, it's easy to hook up a couple of them...

If you do want to opt for a multi-room setup, things can start getting pricey. You'll need an optional hub for a start, and at £50 it's not cheap

Nov, 2014

Expert review by : Steve Withers (avforums.com)

Samsung M5 Multiroom Speaker System Review

 

Samsung's assault on the multi-room audio market continues with the M5 wireless speaker.

Very easy setup ; Flexible placement ; Wide dispersion of sound ; Remote App is great ; Extremely reliable streaming ; Useful Ethernet switch on hub

Limited stereo separation ; Cheaper wireless speakers available

Jun, 2014

Expert review by : Matthew Moskovciak (cnet.com)

Samsung Shape wireless audio platform expands with cheaper M5 speaker

 

Samsung continues to try and match the Sonos ecosystem, with a new smaller Shape speaker to go along with the original M7.

Feb, 2014

Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Samsung WAM550 M5

 

Great sound quality for the price

Not very easy to pair up with their other speaker, can cut off at times too

Nov, 2016

Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Samsung WAM550 M5

 

This speaker is fantastic. Takes up little space with a good rich sound. Very impressive.

Nothing

Aug, 2016

Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Samsung WAM550 M5

 

Can be a bit fiddly to connect to Internet.

Oct, 2015

Consumer review (currys.co.uk)

SAMSUNG M5 Wireless Multi-room Speaker - White

 
Sep, 2015

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