Does a Bluetooth speaker priced at PLN 999 have a chance to beat strong competition in the premium segment? I invite you to a detailed test.
Before we get to the user experience, let’s take a look at what’s inside this stylish device.
Design and quality of workmanship
Teufel MOTIV GO 2 retains what is best in the series’ design – elegance and solidity. The design inspires confidence from the first time you hold it in your hand. A loudspeaker, but a lifestyle piece of equipment that looks as good in a modern living room as on a picnic blanket.
The new thing that immediately catches attention is the refreshed color palette. In addition to the classic Night Black and White Silver variants, the manufacturer introduced the Soft Lavender shade for the first time. This is a great move that gives the block a fresh look.
The device boasts an IPX5 certificate. In practice, this means that the speaker can be placed next to the sink in the kitchen without any worries. An unexpected summer rain on the terrace will also not make any impression on it.
Functionality and connectivity
There has been a big jump in this category compared to the first generation of equipment. There is now a Bluetooth 5.3 module on board, which guarantees immediate and extremely stable pairing. Android users will be pleased with the presence of Google Fast Pair technology – just bring the device closer to the smartphone and a connection notification will immediately appear on the screen.
A huge advantage, often overlooked by other manufacturers, is the multifunctional USB-C connector. It plays a dual role:
This is a brilliant solution for people who want to connect a speaker to a laptop (e.g. while watching a movie) and enjoy digital sound completely free of any delays. Control is made easier by the newly added support for the Teufel Go mobile application, in which we can adjust audio parameters directly from the phone, although the physical buttons on the top panel are still available and convenient to use.
Sound Quality: Dynamore makes the difference
Teufel is a company with strong Berlin audiophile roots, which is clearly visible. Under the hood there are two full-range transducers, supported by two passive diaphragms responsible for low tones.
It is flexible, controlled and goes surprisingly low for such a compact design. However, there is no “rumble” effect or flooding of other bands, which is often a problem with competitive speakers of this size.
Vocals are crystal clear and instruments are clearly separated. The AAC codec used works great with lossless streaming in services such as Spotify, Apple Music or TIDAL.
This is a real “game changer” of this equipment. Teufel’s proprietary Dynamore technology, activated at the touch of a button, virtually expands the stereo sound stage. The illusion of interacting with a physically wider stereo set is amazing – the speaker sounds twice as big as it actually is.
The manufacturer declares up to 15 hours of music playback in energy saving mode (Eco). In everyday, real use – with the volume set to approximately 60 percent. and activated Dynamore function – the result is a safe 12-13 hours. This result places MOTIV GO 2 at the top of the class of devices. A single charge will easily last you an entire weekend trip or a long outdoor event.
Summary – who is this equipment for?
Priced at approximately PLN 999, Teufel MOTIV GO 2 is a premium product for the conscious listener. He’s not trying to compete to see who can generate the most decibels and shake the table the hardest. In return, it offers much more: cultured, balanced and surprisingly spacious sound, impeccable quality of materials and modern, practical solutions.
How does the latest proposal from Berlin compare to the competition priced around PLN 1,000? The main rivals for MOTIV GO 2 seem to be the lifestyle Marshall Emberton II, the classic Bose SoundLink Mini II and the extremely popular JBL Charge 5.
Teufel took a very good loudspeaker and eliminated its weak points. If you want a portable Bluetooth speaker that sounds as great as it looks, the MOTIV GO 2 is undoubtedly a must-consider.