SpeakerDecision
  • SPEAKERS
    • By Type
      Passive Bookshelf Speakers Passive Floor-standing Speakers Passive Center Channel Speakers Passive In-wall Speakers All Passive Speakers Powered Subwoofers Powered Stereo Speakers
      By Brand
      Acoustic Energy Aperion ATC Audio-Technica Audioengine Bluesound Bowers Wilkins Buchardt Cambridge Audio Canton DALI Definitive Technology Dynaudio ELAC Emotiva Fluance Focal Fyne Audio Genelec GoldenEar Harbeth Jamo JBL Kanto KEF KLH Klipsch Leak Mackie Magnepan MartinLogan McIntosh Mission MoFi Monitor Audio Nuvo Onkyo OSD Paradigm Perlisten Polk Audio PS Audio PSB Q Acoustics REL Revel Russound Sennheiser Sonos Sonus faber Sony Spendor SVS Tannoy Technics Triangle Velodyne Victrola Wharfedale Wilson Audio Yamaha
  • AMPLIFIERS
    • By Type
      All Amplifiers Integrated Amplifiers Stereo Receivers Streaming Amplifiers Power Amplifiers
      By Brand
      Accuphase Advance Paris Anthem Arcam Audio Research AudioControl Audioengine Audiolab Bluesound Bose Buchardt Cambridge Audio Denon Devialet ELAC Emotiva Eversolo FiiO Fosi Audio Hegel HiFi Rose Integra JBL LEAK Luxman Marantz Mark Levinson McIntosh Michi MISSION MOON Musical Fidelity NAD Naim Onkyo OSD Parasound Pass Labs Peachtree PrimaLuna Primare PS Audio Rega Rogue Audio Roksan Rotel Schiit Audio Sonos Sony SVS T+A TEAC Technics Vincent WiiM Yamaha
  • SMART FIND
  • TOOLS
  • BLOG
  1. Home
  2. Audioengine Speakers
  3. Powered Stereo Speakers
  4. Audioengine A5+ Wireless
Audioengine A5+ Wireless Review
Audioengine A5+ Wireless - Front View

Compare To

Main Features

  • 0.75" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 5" Kevlar Woofer
  • 50-22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 100-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
  • 24-bit Max Depth / 44.1 kHz Max Sample Rate
  • Built-in 4.0 Bluetooth
  • Weight: 9.68 lbs / 4.40 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 10.875"x7.1875"x9.75" / 276.2 x 182.6 x 247.6mm
MSRP: $499 (list price)
Check price atAmazon›
x
Add a Speaker for comparison
Audioengine A5+ Wireless Review
Audioengine A5+ Wireless Audioengine A5+ Wire...
Check price atAmazon›

Audioengine A5+ Wireless is a 2-way Powered Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Audioengine. It was released in 2019. A5+ Wireless's built-in amplifier provides 100-watt RMS. The built-in power amplifier saves space & eliminates the need to connect Audioengine A5+ Wireless to a stereo receiver or external power amp. It features a 0.75" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5" Kevlar Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 50-22k Hz. Audioengine A5+ Wireless has an MSRP of 499$ per pair.

Audioengine's A Series of Loudspeakers

A5+ Wireless is a member of Audioengine's A series of Powered speakers. Audioengine's A range are the brand's popular powered desktop and bookshelf speakers, a plug-and-play choice for computer and turntable setups. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

See all 6 Audioengine A models compared »

Audioengine A Series Speakers
Model Frequency Watts RMSMax Depth / Sample Rate Woofer
Audioengine A5+ Wireless
50-22k Hz 100-watt24-bit/44.1 kHzΩ 1 x 5"
Audioengine A5+
Compare
50-22k Hz 50-watt/Ω 1 x 5"
Audioengine A2+ Wireless
Compare
65-22k Hz 30-watt16-bit/48 kHzΩ 1 x 2.75"
Audioengine A1-MR
Compare
65-22k Hz 30-watt16-bit/48 kHzΩ 1 x 2.75"
Audioengine A1 Wireless
Compare
65-22k Hz 30-watt16-bit/48 kHzΩ 1 x 2.75"
Audioengine A5+N
Compare
50-22k Hz 50-watt/Ω 1 x 5"


**This post contains affiliate links, and we will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through our links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Frequency Response of the Audioengine A5+ Wireless Speaker

Audioengine A5+ Wireless has a Frequency response range of 50-22k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 50 Hz, A5+ Wireless delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.

Here we have a comparison of how A5+ Wireless's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Audioengine A5+ Wireless
Min
Average
Median
Thinking about a subwoofer for the Audioengine A5+ Wireless?
  • Powered subwoofers under $500 — a similar price range to these speakers
  • Every powered subwoofer we cover, whatever the budget

Audioengine A5+ Wireless Back View
Audioengine A5+ Wireless Back View

Handheld Remote

Audioengine A5+ Wireless comes with a handheld remote which is obviously very useful to control your powered speakers from a distance.

Audioengine A5+ Wireless Remote
Audioengine A5+ Wireless Handheld Remote

Bluetooth Connectivity

Audioengine A5+ Wireless employs Built-in 4.0 Bluetooth for wireless music streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Windows PC, Mac computers/laptops. A5+ Wireless can playback up to 24-bit / 44.1 kHz with compatible devices.

Audioengine A5+ Wireless supports the following Bluetooth Codecs when used with supported devices:

  • aptX HD
  • aptX
  • AAC
  • SBC

Inputs and Outputs

  • 3.5mm Minijack Input
  • RCA Input
  • Wired Subwoofer Output

Audioengine A5+ Wireless External Dimensions and Weight

Audioengine A5+ Wireless has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 10.875 x 7.1875 x 9.75inch (276.2 x 182.6 x 247.6mm ).

Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base area of Audioengine A5+ Wireless is approximately 452.1cm2 / 70.1inch2.

To get a better perspective on the real life size of Audioengine A5+ Wireless, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).

Audioengine A5+ Wireless Real Life Body Size Comparison
Audioengine A5+ Wireless Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc

Here we place the Audioengine A5+ Wireless virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.

Audioengine A5+ Wireless placed next to an amplifier and turntable
Audioengine A5+ Wireless Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable

Find speakers that fit your shelf or alcove →  ·  Work out where they should sit in the room →

Weight

The speaker with the built-in amplifier weighs 7.00kg / 15.4lbs whereas the other speaker weighs 4.40kg/ 9.7lbs. Here is a comparison of how A5+ Wireless's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Audioengine A5+ Wireless
Min
Average
Median
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $500
Audioengine A5+ Wireless
Min
Average
Max

Cabinet type and Materials

Audioengine A5+ Wireless has a Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (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.

Port Position

Audioengine A5+ Wireless is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.

Available colors

Audioengine A5+ Wireless is available in Black, Bamboo and White.

Wall Mounting

A5+ Wireless doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.

What's in the Box of Audioengine A5+ Wireless?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of A5+ Wireless:
  • Powered left speaker
  • Passive right speaker
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control (with installed CR2025 battery)
  • Antenna
  • 12.5-feet Length of 16 gauge speaker wire
  • 6.5-feet Stereo minijack cable
  • 6-feet Stereo RCA cable
  • Cloth drawstring cable bag
  • 2 Cloth drawstring speaker bags
  • Setup guide
  • Audioengine product brochure

Audioengine A5+ Wireless  - What's in the Box
Audioengine A5+ Wireless - What's in the Box

Recommended Accessories

Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Audioengine A5+ Wireless.

  • Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find more affordable options too.
  • Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.
  • Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.

User's Manual

For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Audioengine A5+ Wireless, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Audioengine A5+ Wireless

Official Product Page

Official manufacturer's product page for the Audioengine A5+ Wireless speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Audioengine A5+ Wireless

Warranty

3 Years of parts warranty and 3 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.

Audioengine A5+ Wireless Alternatives in Powered Bookshelf Speakers
Model Type Watts RMS Bluetooth Frequency
Klipsch The Fives
Compare
2-way 160w Built-in 5.0 50-25k Hz
Audioengine HD4
Compare
2-way 60w Built-in 5.0 60-22k Hz
Klipsch R-51PM
Compare
2-way 120w Built-in 3.0 68-21k Hz
Audioengine HD6
Compare
2-way 100w Built-in 5.0 50-22k Hz
Sonos Five
Compare
2-way - No
Kanto YU6
Compare
2-way 100w Built-in 4.0 50-20k Hz
Kanto YU4
Compare
2-way 70w Built-in 4.0 60-20k Hz
Q Acoustics M20 HD
Compare
2-way 128w Built-in 5.0 55-22k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about Audioengine A5+ Wireless

Does the Audioengine A5+ Wireless need an amplifier?

The Audioengine A5+ Wireless is an active speaker with a 100-watt RMS built-in amplifier. You do not need a separate amplifier or receiver - just a source.

Does the Audioengine A5+ Wireless need a subwoofer?

The Audioengine A5+ Wireless reaches down to 50Hz (full range 50-22k Hz). That covers most music, though a subwoofer still adds the bottom octave for home theatre.

What drivers does the Audioengine A5+ Wireless use?

The Audioengine A5+ Wireless is a 2-way design using a 0.75" Soft-Dome tweeter and a 5" Kevlar woofer.

Is the Audioengine A5+ Wireless sealed or ported?

The Audioengine A5+ Wireless uses a Ported enclosure. A ported design uses a tuned vent to get more low-end output from the same driver, but it wants some breathing room behind it.

Does the Audioengine A5+ Wireless have Bluetooth or wireless streaming?

Yes. The Audioengine A5+ Wireless supports Bluetooth 4.0.

Can the Audioengine A5+ Wireless be wall mounted?

The Audioengine A5+ Wireless does not include a wall-mount bracket or keyhole, so it is designed to sit on a stand, shelf or the floor.

How big and heavy is the Audioengine A5+ Wireless?

The Audioengine A5+ Wireless weighs 4.40kg / 9.7lbs each and measures 10.875 x 7.1875 x 9.75inch (HxWxD).

How much does the Audioengine A5+ Wireless cost?

The Audioengine A5+ Wireless has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $499 per pair.


Audioengine A5+ Wireless Detailed Specifications

General
BrandAudioengine
Full Model NameAudioengine A5+ Wireless
Speaker Type2-way Bookshelf
Frequency Response50-22k Hz
Release Date2019
Amplifier Specs
Watts RMS100 watts
TypeClass AB
Watts by Drivertwo 50-watt class A/B analog amplifiers built into left speaker
DAC Specs
Max Digital Audio Bit Depth24-bit
Max Digital Audio Sample Rate44.1 kHz
DRIVERS
Woofer Size5-inch
Woofer CompositionKevlar
Tweeter Size0.75-inch
Tweeter TypeSoft-Dome
Port Positionrear
DIGITAL ECOSYSTEM
Amazon AlexaNo
Google AssistantNo
Subwoofer OutputWired

CONNECTIONS
Ethernet PortNo
USB PortNo
Aux Input3.5mm, RCA
Phono InputNo
Digital InputNo
HDMI InputNo
Headphone JackNo
BluetoothBuilt-in 4.0
Bluetooth CodecaptX HD, aptX, AAC, SBC
Wi-FiNo
Wi-Fi BandsNo
Wi-Fi BandsNo
Port Positionrear
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height276.2mm ( 10.875-inch)
Width182.6mm ( 7.1875-inch)
Depth247.6mm ( 9.75-inch)
Height276.2mm ( 10.875-inch)
Weight4.4 kg (9.7 lbs)
EnclosureBass Reflex
Available ColorsBlack, Bamboo, White
Mounting BracketNo
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteYes
Parts Warranty3 Years
Labor Warranty3 Years
Was this review useful?
Tell us what is missing or wrong and we will fix it.
Thanks. Anything you would add?
Optional, and it goes straight to the person who maintains this page.
Thanks — noted.
LATEST BLOG POSTS

Every PS Audio Speaker Is Now in Our Database, and Only Three Speakers We Hold Do What These Do
Cambridge Audio Is Recalling Every YOYO (M) Speaker Ever Sold, Over a Battery Fire Risk
Naim's Uniti Star Lite Is the Star Without the CD Drive, Because the Drive Stopped Existing
Naim's CI-Uniti 102 Makes the Same 150 Watts as the $9,999 Nova PE, for $1,799
Our Speaker Placement Calculator Draws Your Room, and Says Which Rules Are Actually Physics
FiiO's EUR 269 AIR AMP Undercuts Every WiiM Amp, and Drops the One Thing They All Have


Latest Powered Bookshelf Speakers
KEF LS LUXE
KEF LS LUXE
2-way Bookshelf | 42-28k Hz
Kanto TUK Grand
Kanto TUK Grand
2-way Bookshelf | 40-22k Hz
Kanto TUK G2
Kanto TUK G2
2-way Bookshelf | 50-22k Hz
Klipsch The Nines II
Klipsch The Nines II
2-way Bookshelf | 31-25k Hz
Klipsch The Sevens II
Klipsch The Sevens II
2-way Bookshelf | 39-25k Hz
Klipsch The Fives II
Klipsch The Fives II
2-way Bookshelf | 50-25k Hz
Kanto UKI
Kanto UKI
2-way Bookshelf | 80-22k Hz
Buchardt A200
Buchardt A200
2-way Bookshelf | 25-22k Hz
KEF Coda W
KEF Coda W
2-way Bookshelf | 41-20k Hz
Dynaudio Confidence 20A
Dynaudio Confidence 20A
2-way Bookshelf | 33-25k Hz


Copyright © 2026 by SpeakerDecision
About Privacy Contact US Camera Decision