WiiM’s 100‑Watt Smart Speaker Drops About $50 in U.S. Sale

The WiiM Sound smart speaker, a 100‑watt audio system that rivals the HomePod in power, is currently listed for $254.15 on Amazon and the company’s own site. That price reflects a 15 percent discount from its regular $299.99 tag, bringing the cost down by roughly $45.

Unlike many mainstream offerings that lock users into a single ecosystem, WiiM’s speaker works with more than 20 streaming services. It supports Wi‑Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 and a wired Ethernet port, giving owners several ways to get music into the room. Compatibility extends to common protocols such as Chromecast, Spotify Connect, DLNA, and Alexa Cast, while AirPlay 2 is only available through the optional Pro Music Streamer add‑on.

The speaker’s design is available in black and white, and both colorways are receiving the same discount. For those who prefer a slightly smaller package, WiiM also sells the Sound Lite model. Priced originally at $229, the Lite now costs $194.65 after the same 15 percent cut. It matches the larger unit in dimensions, connectivity and output, and even includes AI‑driven room‑calibration, but it lacks the 1.8‑inch touch display that shows album art. A voice‑remote accessory can be added for about $33.

Both the Sound and Sound Lite can be linked wirelessly to other WiiM products, allowing users to build a surround‑sound environment without additional hardware. The discount makes these speakers a compelling alternative for consumers looking to avoid the ecosystem lock‑in of Apple, Google, Amazon or Sonos while still enjoying high‑fidelity, multi‑room audio.

Original reporting: The Verge (https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/980916/wiim-sound-speaker-lite-airpods-max-2-deal-sale).