Sven PS-380From real comments

Name: Sven PS-380
Rating: 3 (15 reviews)

Verdict distilled from 15 mentions across 10 aspects in comments under product review videos.

Positive sentiment47%

PROS 47%

CONS 53%

Rank based on 15 mentions across 10 aspects

View the verdict as

Buy this if...

You want a cheap speaker with backlighting and radio
You value clean sound at any volume over maximum loudness
You're buying it at a low promotional price

What users love

Attractive design and backlighting0 mentions

Widely praised

Good value for money0 mentions

Widely praised

Clean sound at any volume0 mentions

Widely praised

Good radio reception0 mentions

Widely praised

Solid build quality0 mentions

Generally positive

Skip this if...

You need genuinely loud output matching the 40W claim
You want the best sound quality per dollar (rivals may beat it)
You expect the same power as Sven's own PS-480

What users complain about

Overstated wattage claimNotable0 mentions

Frequently criticized

Not very loud0 mentions

Generally negative

Battery capacity underused by design0 mentions

Generally negative

Rival speakers may sound better0 mentions

Generally negative

Many rebranded clones cause confusion0 mentions

Generally negative

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Sven PS-380

Attractive design and backlightingGood value for moneyClean sound at any volumeOverstated wattage claimBattery capacity underused by designMany rebranded clones cause confusion

Sven PS-380

Attractive design and backlighting

Good value for money

Clean sound at any volume

Overstated wattage claim

Battery capacity underused by design

Many rebranded clones cause confusion

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Overall Impression

The advertised 40W power figure is widely disputed by owners. Several commenters point out that the amplifier chip and 4-ohm speakers installed can't realistically hit 40W, estimating true output closer to 20-30W. One owner directly compares it to their Sven PS-480 rated at 24W and finds the 380 plays no louder, reinforcing suspicion that the printed wattage is inflated marketing rather than measured performance.

Sound quality is called clean but not very loud. One detailed comment describes the sound as high quality and consistent even at maximum volume, though not powerful. It also notes strong radio reception. This suggests the PS-380 prioritizes clarity over raw volume, which may satisfy casual listeners but disappoint anyone expecting a party-level speaker at this price point.

Design, lighting and radio features are appreciated extras. Multiple owners compliment the speaker's pleasant appearance and attractive backlighting, along with a functional battery indicator and working FM radio. These lifestyle touches, combined with reports of good build quality inside and out, make the unit feel more premium than its low purchase price of roughly 45 euro or a few thousand rubles would suggest.

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lightbulbAttractive design and backlighting

2 mentions

Widely praised

Commenters repeatedly praise the pleasant look and light show of the PS-380, calling it a nice-looking speaker with beautiful backlighting and a battery charge indicator.

@sc71ru

Funny and plays well. But: amplifier 2 by 10 watts + some on the tweeter. Amplifier cs83702e can deliver 20 watts on 2 ohm speakers, but 4 ohm ones are installed. Therefore the power is 2 times lower. 2 elements 18650 by 1500 mAh. Plays for 3 hours at full volume. Although the battery compartment is designed for 6 elements. If you install all 6 elements at 3000 mAh, you get 18000 mAh. That's almost a day of continuous music. Copied from xdobo vibe plus 80w. And it's much more powerful and batteries are more capacious. And all for the same money, but from China and without warranty. Ps380 has radio. Xdobo doesn't have it, but it has an equalizer. Has a bunch of clones: Ginzzu GM-904В (20W), it's the same SVEN PS-380 (40W), it's the same Dialog AP-23 (25W), it's the same DEXP P560 (40W), it's the same Digma D-PS1530 (50W), it's the same QUB MOON (10W), it's the same GW521 (20W), it's the same AIWA AWS500BT 20W. Overall - made quality both inside and outside. Sounds not very loud, but very high quality and even at any volume. Picks up radio well. Pleasant design, beautiful backlighting, battery charge indicator.

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November 1, 2022

@UnpackingNET

Ehh, it looks nice) I haven't been able to get to it yet, to Sven (I mostly get speakers from manufacturers Doss SoundBox, Anker soundcore, BlitzWolf. When the time comes I'll compare Sven with them. Thanks for the video, I always watch for new Sven products.

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October 28, 2022

attach_moneyGood value for money

2 mentions

Widely praised

Buyers who got it at low prices, around 45 euro or a promotional 2900 rubles, felt it was very good value for the cost.

@petarpetrov777

i just bought it for about 45euro its very very good for the money

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December 6, 2023

@Samuraibezmeha

Ordered it on 3.05.2023 for 2900 in Valberries) it would have been a 2 it would have been super)

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May 5, 2023

graphic_eqClean sound at any volume

1 mentions

Widely praised

One owner notes the sound isn't very loud but is very high quality and stays consistent even at max volume, suggesting good clarity for the price.

@sc71ru

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November 1, 2022

radioGood radio reception

1 mentions

Widely praised

The built-in FM radio is highlighted as a useful feature that picks up stations well, something competing clones sometimes lack.

@sc71ru

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November 1, 2022

check_circleSolid build quality

1 mentions

Generally positive

One detailed comment states the speaker is made with good quality both inside and outside, despite criticism of the power specs.

@sc71ru

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November 1, 2022

warningOverstated wattage claimNotable

4 mentions

Frequently criticized

Several commenters argue the real power is far below the claimed 40W, citing the actual amp chip and 4-ohm drivers, and comparing it unfavorably to other Sven models rated lower but performing similarly or better.

@musicselecta5554

Sven can't possibly be 20W....at least 30 in reality, not the claimed 40.

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July 1, 2023

@ВадимОболенский-ф5ш

I immediately suspected something was wrong with the claimed 40W on it, if my Sven Ps - 480 at 24W sounds much louder and better.

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November 22, 2022

@sc71ru

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November 1, 2022

@ВадимОболенский-ф5ш

My Sven 480 at 24W plays no quieter than 380 at 40W, why?

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September 15, 2022

volume_downNot very loud

1 mentions

Generally negative

Despite the marketed wattage, the speaker is described as not very loud, undermining the value proposition for buyers wanting a powerful portable speaker.

@sc71ru

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November 1, 2022

battery_alertBattery capacity underused by design

1 mentions

Generally negative

The battery compartment supports 6 cells but ships with only 2, limiting playtime to about 3 hours at full volume versus a much longer runtime if fully populated.

@sc71ru

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November 1, 2022

compare_arrowsRival speakers may sound better

1 mentions

Generally negative

Some commenters suggest paying a bit more for alternatives like Mifa Wildbox or Anker Soundcore Motion+ for better sound quality than the Sven.

@ivantudoran4234

It seems to me that it would be better to pay a bit more and get mifa wildbox, or anker soundcore motion +, I have both, in terms of sound quality they will be better than sven

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December 22, 2022

content_copyMany rebranded clones cause confusion

1 mentions

Generally negative

The PS-380 shares its design with numerous rebranded clones sold under different names and wattages, making it hard for buyers to know what they're really getting.

@sc71ru

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November 1, 2022

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