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The Companion 2 Series III is a 2-speaker stereo system built for desktop PC use, drawing power through its own connection rather than pulling audio-and-power over a single USB link. Audio input comes from the PC's sound output along with a 3.5mm AUX jack for a second source.

• Two-speaker stereo layout without a separate subwoofer unit
• Volume control and headphone jack are both mounted on the front of the right speaker
• Designed for clear sound across a range of volume levels rather than maximum bass output

The AUX input means a phone or tablet can share the same speakers as the computer without swapping cables, useful for switching between a work PC and a personal device.

Setup is a wired connection: run the cable from the PC's headphone or line-out jack to the speaker system, and use the 3.5mm AUX input on the right speaker for a secondary device such as a phone. There is no app or wireless pairing step involved.

• Headphone jack on the right speaker allows private listening without disconnecting the speakers
• Front-facing volume dial avoids reaching behind the speaker to adjust levels
• No batteries or charging cables to manage since the unit runs on wired power

Because everything routes through physical cables, desk placement should keep the PC, speakers and any AUX source within cable reach of each other.

Aimed at desktop PC users who want clearer sound than built-in laptop or monitor speakers without adding a full surround setup. The compact 2-speaker footprint suits desks with limited space around the monitor.

• Home office or dorm desks where a small stereo pair replaces weak built-in audio
• Users who want a simple headphone jack and volume dial within arm's reach
• Anyone needing to switch quickly between PC audio and a phone or tablet through the AUX input

Less suited to users wanting deep bass or wireless flexibility, since the system has no subwoofer and depends entirely on wired connections rather than Bluetooth.

Each speaker houses a 2.75-inch full-range driver with a rear bass port, delivering 16W RMS per channel for 32W of total peak power, along with a dedicated subwoofer output for anyone wanting to add a sub later. Three EQ-tuned modes, Game, Music, and Movie, switch the sound profile via a control on the unit rather than a companion app.

• Rear bass ports extend low-end output beyond what the compact 2.75-inch drivers could produce alone
• Game, Music, and Movie modes are professionally tuned presets rather than a manual EQ that needs adjusting
• A subwoofer output jack allows expansion for anyone who wants deeper bass than the built-in drivers provide

The 16W RMS spec suits near-field desktop listening rather than filling a large living room, so expectations should match a desk setup rather than a home theater.

Three input paths cover most sources: a 3.5mm AUX jack for phones and older devices, Bluetooth for wireless streaming, and a USB sound card connection for PCs and consoles. That range lets the same pair of speakers serve a PC during the day and a phone or console in the evening without swapping cables.

• USB sound card input works with PC, Mac, PS4, Xbox, and other consoles listed by the maker
• Bluetooth streaming removes the need for a cable when pairing with a phone or tablet
• The speakers stay powered from a wall outlet, so there's no battery to manage across input types

Because they're mains-powered rather than battery-run, these speakers work best as a fixed desk setup rather than something moved between rooms often.

A column-shaped cabinet with a 10-degree elevation angles sound slightly upward toward a seated listener, and a matte panel with metal laser engraving gives the set a more finished look than typical plastic multimedia speakers. Anti-slip foot pads keep the pair steady on a desk during bass-heavy playback.

• 12 RGB lighting effects let the speakers double as ambient desk lighting alongside sound output
• The 10-degree elevated design aims sound toward ear level on a standard desk setup
• No specific dimensions are listed, so measuring available desk space against reference photos is worth doing before ordering

Anyone building a minimal, cable-light desk setup should note the RGB lighting and multiple inputs add some visual and cable complexity compared to a plain stereo pair.

Each satellite is a two-way design pairing a 3 inch midrange with a horn-loaded tweeter. The horn controls dispersion, sending more of the treble energy toward the listener and less into the desk and side walls, which is why the system stays clear at low volume as well as loud.

• Peak power: 200 watts
• Maximum in-room output: 110 dB
• Subwoofer: 6.5 inch side-firing driver in a ported cabinet
• THX certification against the multimedia specification

The horn approach is efficient, meaning more sound per watt, so the amplifier rarely strains at desk distances. Character is forward and detailed rather than soft. If you find treble sharp, angling the satellites slightly off-axis from your ears tames it without losing the imaging.

Plan the space before ordering. The subwoofer measures roughly 9.5 by 9.8 by 10.2 inches and the satellites stand about 8.5 inches tall on a 4.2 by 5.67 inch base.

• Satellites sit either side of a monitor, angled toward the seat
• The subwoofer fires from its side, so leave a hand's width clear of that face
• Floor placement under the desk works and keeps the desktop free
• The control pod needs a reachable spot near the keyboard

Because the amplifier is inside the subwoofer, all cables converge there. That fixes the sub reasonably close to the satellites and the pod, so a distant corner placement is not practical. On a shallow desk, putting the satellites on small stands or wall brackets recovers useful surface area.

Setup is deliberately simple. A single 3.5 mm stereo input feeds the control pod, which then runs to the subwoofer where the amplification and crossover live.

• PC or laptop: straight from the headphone or line output
• Television: via a headphone jack, or an adapter from RCA outputs
• Console or phone: any 3.5 mm source works
• Optical or HDMI sources: need a separate digital-to-analogue converter

There is no Bluetooth, no USB audio input and no remote handset, so level is set at the pod or in the source device. If sound drops out, check the pod connections are fully seated and that system volume is not muted before assuming a fault, since the pod carries both the signal and the level controls.

These speakers are driven by a combined 30W of output, aimed at clearer treble and firmer bass than typical built-in laptop or monitor speakers. Six adjustable LED lighting modes range from a steady low-key glow suited to work sessions to a faster color cycle for gaming.

• 30W combined driver power
• 6 selectable LED lighting modes
• Tuned for near-field desktop listening
• Physical buttons for volume and light mode

Because the 30W output is designed for desktop distances, it delivers clear sound close to the speakers but is not intended to fill a large living room the way a dedicated bookshelf speaker system would.

Three connection paths are supported: Bluetooth, a standard AUX cable, and USB Type-C, covering phones, laptops, desktop PCs, monitors and gaming consoles without needing an adapter. Setup is plug-and-play, so no drivers or companion app are required to start using the speakers.

• Bluetooth wireless connection
• Wired AUX input for direct cable connections
• USB Type-C input for newer laptops and consoles
• No driver installation or app required

Because each connection type is used independently, moving from a Bluetooth-paired phone to an AUX-connected laptop means switching inputs manually rather than the speakers auto-detecting the active source.

Each speaker measures 4.53"D x 4.72"W x 6.77"H, a compact footprint designed to sit beside a monitor or laptop without eating into desk space. The build is intended for gaming desks, home offices and dorm-style setups where a full speaker system would be too large.

• 4.53" x 4.72" x 6.77" compact footprint per speaker
• Suited to gaming desks and home office setups
• Sits beside a monitor, desktop tower or laptop
• 6 LED modes add visual accent to a desk setup

Because the speakers are sized for near-field use, placing them farther than an arm's reach away will noticeably reduce how full the 30W output sounds.

This is a two-piece stereo set rather than a single bar, so the left and right cabinets can be spread either side of a monitor for a genuine stereo image on calls and games.

• Power comes from the host USB port at 5V, which sets a modest ceiling on output compared with mains-powered desktop monitors
• A passive radiator on the underside of each cabinet reinforces low frequencies that a 3.9 inch tall box cannot generate alone
• Tuned for near-field listening at desk distance, roughly an arm span away, not for filling a room

Treat this as a clear step up from laptop or monitor speakers for dialogue, podcasts and system audio. Bass-heavy music will expose the physical limits of enclosures this small, and there is no subwoofer output to compensate.

Each cabinet is 2.6 inches deep, 2.88 inches wide and 3.9 inches tall, so a pair consumes less desk width than a paperback laid flat. The base is padded and scratch-free, which matters on glass or lacquered surfaces where bare rubber feet often leave marks.

• One USB-A lead carries power and a separate 3.5mm plug carries audio, so two connections leave the desk
• The volume control sits in-line on the cable rather than on the cabinet, so it can be placed wherever your hand naturally falls
• A blue LED confirms power and stays visible in a dark room

Plan the cable route before committing. A laptop with only USB-C ports needs a hub, because one full-size USB-A port stays occupied for as long as the speakers are powered.

There is no driver, no app and no pairing step. Plug the USB lead into any powered port and the 3.5mm plug into a headphone or line output, and the set is live at the next system sound.

• Any source with a 3.5mm analogue output works, including a desktop tower, a games console with an adapter, a tablet or a phone
• A monitor with headphone pass-through can feed the pair, keeping the audio cable short and tidy
• USB supplies power only, so the computer never sees a USB audio device and no output selection changes are needed

That last detail cuts both ways. Setup stays trivial on old and new machines alike, but there is no digital volume mapping, no per-application routing and no firmware to keep current.

The Z207 is built for desktop use, combining wired and wireless inputs in one compact stereo pair.

• 10W peak / 5W RMS combined output from active drivers plus passive bass radiators
• Bluetooth 4.2 pairs up to two devices, switchable via Logitech Easy-Switch
• One 3.5mm wired input for a third connected device

Easy-Switch lets you pause playback on one paired device and resume on another without re-pairing, which is useful when alternating between a phone and a computer at a desk. The passive radiator in each speaker is meant to extend bass response beyond what the single active driver alone would produce.

Controls are consolidated on the right speaker for quick access during everyday use.

• On-speaker headphone jack for private listening without disconnecting other sources
• Physical buttons for Bluetooth pairing, power, and volume on the right unit
• Left and right speakers connect to each other by cable, then to power separately

Setup is plug-and-play: connect the speaker pair, power them on, and pair a Bluetooth source or plug in a 3.5mm cable. Because there's no app or software layer, adjustments are limited to what the physical controls offer — there's no EQ customization beyond what's built into the source device.

This is a desktop-companion speaker pair rather than a portable or home-theater solution.

• Suits single-desk setups switching between a phone and a computer throughout the day
• Adequate output for near-field listening at arm's length, such as music while working
• Simple three-device connectivity covers most everyday multi-device switching needs

Because there's no internal battery, it needs to stay near an outlet, which rules out portable or outdoor use. For larger rooms or louder listening, the 5W RMS output will feel underpowered compared with dedicated bookshelf speakers or larger powered monitors.

The system delivers 25 W RMS, 50 W peak, spread across two satellites and a subwoofer that handles the low end.

• RMS is the continuous figure and the one that matters; peak describes short bursts only.
• 25 W is plenty for a desk at arm's length and adequate for a bedroom, but it is not a system for filling an open-plan lounge.
• The separate subwoofer is what distinguishes this from flat stereo desk speakers - bass comes from a dedicated driver in a ported box rather than a small satellite cone.

Tuning aims at balanced full-range sound with enhanced low end, which suits games, films and general music rather than critical mixing work. The satellites handle voices and dialogue cleanly at normal desk levels.

Connection is a single 3.5 mm analogue input, the same green jack a PC has carried for decades, which means setup is genuinely plug and play with no drivers or pairing.

• Works directly with a desktop, laptop, phone, tablet or media player.
• Consoles and televisions connect if they offer an analogue headphone output; digital-only outputs need a converter.
• The wired control pod carries power, volume and a headphone jack.

That pod is the practical detail: switching to headphones for a late-night session means reaching to the desk surface rather than groping behind a tower. Because there is only one input, anyone feeding both a computer and a console should plan on a small manual switch box in the chain.

The subwoofer measures 12.9 x 9.4 x 6.2 in, small enough to sit on the floor under a desk or on a shelf below the worktop.

• Corner placement reinforces bass; a position out in the open room gives a tighter, less boomy result.
• The satellites are small enough to flank a monitor without blocking the screen edges.
• Aim the satellites toward ear height where possible, since treble is directional and drops off when firing at the chest.

All the amplification lives in the subwoofer, so the satellites run from it and the wall socket only needs one plug. Cable lengths set the practical limit - the two speakers cannot be pushed to opposite ends of a wide desk without extension.

These compact speakers are built for near-field desktop listening rather than filling a large room.

• 5 watts of total RMS power (10W peak) delivers clear stereo sound with added bass
• A front-facing bass reflex port extends low-end response without a separate subwoofer
• Dimensions of 5.87" D x 8.94" W x 5" H keep the footprint small on a crowded desk
• Controls for power, volume and the headphone jack are consolidated on the right speaker

Because total output is limited to 5 watts, these speakers suit close-range desktop listening better than filling a larger living room or open office space.

Setup relies on a standard analog connection rather than wireless pairing.

• Connects via a standard 3.5mm audio cable to a PC, Mac, laptop, TV or mobile device
• No drivers or app are required, plugging in the cable is the entire setup process
• A built-in headphone jack on the right speaker allows quick switching to private listening
• No Bluetooth connectivity is offered, so wireless source devices need a separate adapter

Because the connection is analog only, these speakers work with virtually any device that has a headphone jack, but will not pair directly with Bluetooth-only sources like some tablets.

The compact, low-profile shape is designed to fit tight desk spaces without dominating the surface.

• Low-profile design suits desks with limited space next to a monitor or laptop
• Lightweight build makes the pair easy to move between rooms or pack for travel
• Simple volume and power controls are positioned for quick access without searching for buttons
• Finished in black to blend with most desk and monitor setups

Because the speakers are unpowered beyond basic amplification, they are best suited to nearby desktop use rather than being placed across a large room from the listener.

These speakers plug directly into a wall outlet rather than drawing power from USB, delivering 4.6 watts of total RMS power split as 2.3 watts per speaker. Frequency response covers 68 Hz to 20 kHz, a range wide enough to reproduce clear mids and highs, though bass below 68 Hz is not reproduced since there is no dedicated subwoofer.

• 4.6W total RMS power (2.3W per speaker)
• 68 Hz - 20 kHz frequency range
• AC wall-outlet powered

Because output is modest at under 5 watts total, these are built for near-field desktop listening at arm's length rather than filling a larger room or doubling as party speakers.

Setup is plug-and-play: insert the 3.5mm jack into any audio source and connect the speakers to a wall outlet for power. A single volume dial on the front doubles as the on/standby control, so turning the dial down fully switches the speakers off rather than needing a separate power button.

• 3.5mm plug-and-play audio connection
• Combined volume dial and on/standby switch
• Front-mounted headphone jack for private listening

There is no Bluetooth or wireless pairing built in, so any source device must have a physical 3.5mm headphone output; phones or laptops without a headphone jack will need a separate adapter to connect.

The 3.5mm jack works with desktops, laptops, tablets, and phones that still include a standard headphone output, along with MP3 players and similar devices. At 2.96"D x 3.15"W x 5.3"H and roughly 1.7 pounds, the pair is compact enough to sit on either side of a monitor without taking up significant desk space.

• Works with any 3.5mm audio source
• Compact footprint for tight desk setups
• Weighs approximately 1.695 lbs

Devices that have dropped the 3.5mm headphone jack, including most modern phones, will need an adapter or a different audio source to use these speakers, since there is no USB-C or Lightning input option.

Uses angled drivers designed to widen the sound spread compared with a single flat-facing driver setup.

• Produces deep bass along with detailed mid and high range in a compact enclosure
• Onboard controls adjust volume and manage calls directly from the speaker
• Sized for a single room rather than large outdoor gatherings, given its compact driver setup

The tuning favors clear vocals and mids over maximum bass output, which suits podcasts, calls, and everyday music listening more than bass-heavy genres played at high volume.

Connects over Bluetooth with a working range of up to 30 feet to phones, tablets, and laptops.

• Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery delivers up to 5 hours of continuous playback
• Pairing is a simple one-touch process once the speaker is in range of a Bluetooth-enabled device
• Calls can be answered and managed from the speaker itself while connected to a paired phone

Five hours of runtime covers a shorter session, such as a single work call or a few albums, rather than an all-day outdoor listening stretch away from a charger.

Measures 2.8"D x 5.9"W x 2.7"H, small enough to move between rooms or slip into a bag.

• Compact copper black finish gives it a distinct look next to plainer black speaker designs
• No stated water or dust resistance, so it is best kept away from pools, rain, or beach sand
• Lightweight build makes it easy to carry from a desk to a kitchen counter without much thought

It suits everyday indoor portability, such as moving a speaker from room to room, more than rugged outdoor use where a water-resistant speaker would hold up better.