KEF
KEF LSX II · Olive
Smart/Portable · $1399
92
/ 100
From $1,399
VS
KEF
KEF LSX II LT
Active wireless · Uni-Q · KEF Connect
92
/ 100
From $1,199
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 LT 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 LT if…
- ✓Best-in-class wireless desktop speakers
- ✓Uni-Q driver for ideal stereo image
- ✓Hi-res over LDAC + Tidal Connect
KEF LSX II · Olive 92
vs 92 KEF LSX II LT
Score breakdown
KEF LSX II · Olive
92 sound 92
features 90
design 88
ecosystem 84
ease 0
value 0
KEF LSX II LT
92 sound 96
features 92
design 0
ecosystem 0
ease 90
value 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | KEF LSX II · Olive | KEF LSX II LT |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | — | Uni-Q (HF + 4.5″ MF) |
| Power | — | 70W per speaker |
| Connectivity | — | Wi-Fi 6, BT 5.0 LDAC, AirPlay 2, Roon, HDMI ARC, USB-C, optical |
| Inputs | — | 5 |
| Weight | — | 3.6 kg pair |
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 LT
Pros
- +Best-in-class wireless desktop speakers
- +Uni-Q driver for ideal stereo image
- +Hi-res over LDAC + Tidal Connect
Cons
- −Pair must be wired (or use 2.4 GHz wireless)
- −No subwoofer output
- −Black/white only on LT trim
FAQ: KEF LSX II · Olive vs KEF LSX II LT
Which is better, KEF LSX II · Olive or KEF LSX II LT? +
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 LT worth the price? +
At $1,199, KEF LSX II LT delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.
Does KEF LSX II · Olive or KEF LSX II LT 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.