KEF
KEF LSX II · Olive
Smart/Portable · $1399
92
/ 100
From $1,399
VS
KEF
KEF LSX II · Black
Smart/Portable · $1399
92
/ 100
From $1,399
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, KEF LSX II · Olive lands at 92 and KEF LSX II · Black at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick KEF LSX II · Olive if…
- ✓Easy multi-room with ecosystem
- ✓App EQ on modern models
- ✓USB-C/AUX input on some
Pick KEF LSX II · Black if…
- ✓Easy multi-room with ecosystem
- ✓App EQ on modern models
- ✓USB-C/AUX input on some
KEF LSX II · Olive 92
vs 92 KEF LSX II · Black
Score breakdown
KEF LSX II · Olive
92 sound 92
features 90
design 88
ecosystem 84
KEF LSX II · Black
92 sound 92
features 90
design 88
ecosystem 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | KEF LSX II · Olive | KEF LSX II · Black |
|---|
KEF LSX II · Olive
Pros
- +Easy multi-room with ecosystem
- +App EQ on modern models
- +USB-C/AUX input on some
Cons
- −Brand ecosystem lock-in
- −Subscription features on some
- −Bass limits at lower sizes
KEF LSX II · Black
Pros
- +Easy multi-room with ecosystem
- +App EQ on modern models
- +USB-C/AUX input on some
Cons
- −Brand ecosystem lock-in
- −Subscription features on some
- −Bass limits at lower sizes
FAQ: KEF LSX II · Olive vs KEF LSX II · Black
Which is better, KEF LSX II · Olive or KEF LSX II · Black? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is KEF LSX II · Olive worth the price? +
At $1,399, KEF LSX II · Olive delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.
Is KEF LSX II · Black worth the price? +
At $1,399, KEF LSX II · Black delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.
Does KEF LSX II · Olive or KEF LSX II · Black last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.