TechRadar Called the Stromberg Twin 2 "Genius" at CES 2025. Here Is Why.

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2026-04-13T09:02:55-04:00

At CES 2025, TechRadar got hands on with the Stromberg Twin 2 and published a piece titled "I tried a portable Bluetooth speaker that splits into two, and it might be genius." The Twin 2 also made their list of the 5 best speakers of CES 2025.

That kind of coverage does not happen by accident. Here is what caught their attention and why it matters if you are shopping for a portable Bluetooth speaker in 2026.

What TechRadar Said

Reviewer Ural Garrett tested the Twin 2 on the CES convention floor and highlighted several things:

The split design stood out immediately. A pill shaped speaker that magnetically holds together as one unit, then separates into two independent wireless speakers for true stereo sound. TechRadar described the concept as a speaker that "blends form and function."

Sound quality impressed. Even on a noisy convention floor, the reviewer noted "deep bass and stereo sound potential" from the 20W dual 2.25 inch drivers. Each speaker's volume can be adjusted independently.

Build quality felt right. The magnetic attachment system is strong enough to hold the two halves together securely but easy enough to pull apart when you want stereo. The reviewer said it "just felt right" in hand.

The speakers separate up to 20 feet apart. That is enough to fill a room with actual left and right stereo separation, something a single speaker physically cannot do.

TechRadar's verdict: "If StormBerg is looking to regain ground in the crowded portable speaker market internationally, the Twin 2 may be its best shot."

What Is a Split Speaker, Exactly?

If this is the first time you are hearing about split speakers, the concept is simple. Instead of one speaker playing both stereo channels from the same spot (which is technically mono), a split speaker separates into two units. Each unit handles one channel (left or right) and they pair wirelessly with each other. The result is real stereo imaging with actual spatial separation.

Other brands like JBL let you pair two separate speakers for stereo, but that means buying two units at full price and going through a pairing process. The Twin 2 does it out of the box with one purchase.

Twin 2 Specs at a Glance

Spec | Detail
Price | 9.99
Power | 20W (dual 2.25 inch woofers)
Battery | Up to 10 hours (USB C charging)
Connectivity | Bluetooth + 3.5mm aux
Stereo Range | Up to 20 feet apart
Attachment | Magnetic snap together

Want More Power? Meet the Mega Twin

The Twin 2 is the compact, budget friendly entry point at 9.99. If you want the same split speaker concept with more volume and bigger drivers for rooms, patios, and parties, the Stromberg Mega Twin steps it up at 9.99. Both made our list of best Bluetooth speakers under 00.

How the Twin 2 Fits the Stromberg Lineup

The Twin 2 is one of nine speakers in the current Stromberg lineup, each designed for a different use case:

Need stereo on a budget? Twin 2 (9.99) or Mega Twin (9.99)

Need water resistance? Burst 2 (9.99, IPX5) is a solid JBL Flip alternative

Need a party speaker with lights? Groove (9.99) with RGB and Stromberg Connect

Need karaoke? Force (99.99) with 6.5mm mic input and digital console

Ultra portable? Pop (9.99) or Spark (9.99)

Not sure which one fits your needs? Our guide on how to choose a portable Bluetooth speaker walks you through it.

130 Years and Counting

Stromberg was founded in 1894. The Twin 2 is what happens when 130 years of audio experience meets a design idea that actually solves a problem. Real stereo from a portable speaker, no extra purchases, no complicated setup.

TechRadar noticed. Now it is your turn.