In this review, we will be comparing R18is In Wall and R-100SW, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from Perlisten and Klipsch. Being Powered subwoofers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Perlisten R18is In Wall and Klipsch R-100SW first before getting into our more detailed comparison.
The sections below take each area in turn: driver and amplifier, frequency response, physical size and connectivity.
Drivers
The efficiency of a subwoofer is directly proportional to the total radiating are squared hence the woofer quantity and diameter.Perlisten R18is In Wall and Klipsch R-100SW have a totally different setup: the Perlisten R18is In Wall features x -inch drivers whereas the R-100SW features 1 x 10-inch drivers.
Frequency Response
R18is In Wall has a frequency range of 20-280 Hz whereas R-100SW has a frequency range of 32-120 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 20Hz, the R18is In Wall can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the R-100SW's min frequency of 32Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Subwoofer class in our database.
Low Frequency
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High Frequency
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Cabinet Type
The Perlisten R18is In Wall has a Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type subwoofers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs. On the other hand the Klipsch R-100SW have Bass reflex type enclosure.
Physical Specs
The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Perlisten R18is In Wall's and Klipsch R-100SW's external dimensions. Perlisten R18is In Wall has external dimensions of () whereas Klipsch R-100SW has external dimensions of 372.0 x 320.0 x 459.0mm (14-5/8 x 12-9/16 x 18-1/16inch).
Klipsch R-100SW is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 320mm wider, 372mm taller and 459mm deeper than Perlisten R18is In Wall.
Weight Comparison The weight of a subwoofer may become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often to find the optimal positioning, also known as 'Subwoofer Crawling'. The Perlisten R18is In Wall weighs 68.90kg / 151.6lbs and the Klipsch R-100SW weighs 10.91kg / 24lbs. This makes the R18is In Wall 532% heavier than the R-100SW.
Here is a comparison of how R18is In Wall and R-100SW's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
Weight
All Subwoofer Speakers
 Low Frequency Response |
20 Hz
vs
32 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
280 Hz
vs
120 Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Height |
0mm
vs
372mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
0cm2
vs
1468cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
| Woofer Size |
10 inches
vs
inches
|
Larger woofer |
 Price per pair* |
275USD
vs
5995USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Perlisten R18is In Wall |
Klipsch R-100SW |
| Brand |
Perlisten |
Klipsch |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Frequency Response |
20-280 Hz |
32-120 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
n/a |
150-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
n/a |
300-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
|
1 |
| Woofer Size |
" |
10" |
| Woofer Composition |
|
Copper-spun IMG |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
n/a |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
mm (0") |
372.0mm (14.6") |
| Width |
mm (0") |
320.0mm (12.6") |
| Depth |
mm (0") |
459.0mm (18.1") |
| Weight |
68.90kg (151.6lbs) |
10.91kg (24lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass reflex |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
|
2 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
|
2 Years |
Different price classes - Perlisten R18is In Wall costs roughly 21.8x what Klipsch R-100SW does. Before paying it, read the note below about two smaller subwoofers.
| Area | Better | Why |
|---|
| Bass depth | A | Perlisten R18is In Wall goes deeper - 20Hz against 32Hz. Under 20Hz is felt more than heard - the bottom of a pipe organ and the bottom of a film mix. |
| Enclosure | evenly matched | Both are ported designs, so they roll off in much the same way. |
| Price | B | Klipsch R-100SW costs less - $275 against $5,995, about 95% less. |
A Perlisten R18is In Wall B Klipsch R-100SW
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, your system or how you will use them. Only specs published for both subwoofers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.
Which should you choose?
Perlisten R18is In Wall is ahead, but on only 1 of the measured areas, and it costs about 21.8x the price. Klipsch R-100SW is the sensible buy unless your room is large enough to need the extra. Two small subwoofers beat one big one in most rooms - a pair evens out the room modes in a way no single box can, whatever its specs. At $275 each, two Klipsch R-100SW cost about $550 against $5,995 for one of the other, which is worth a thought.
One thing outweighs everything above: where the subwoofer stands. Room modes can add or remove 10dB or more at a given seat, which is far larger than any difference on this page. Before spending more, try the sub in two or three positions - the crawl test, where you put it in the listening seat and crawl the room to find where the bass sounds best, costs nothing and usually beats an upgrade.