Logitech Z407

Warm, mid-focused tuning for $79

For the price, the Z407 sounds far better than it has any right to. TechRadar's reviewer was won over: "this fairly new release from Logitech has surprised us in many ways, delivering a powerful sound, rumbling bass, several connectivity options, and a nifty wireless dial for only $79." GamesRadar went further, calling it "one of the most detailed 2.1 speaker systems I've come across."

The tuning is warm and mid-focused, which Logitech leans into for a richer, easy-listening character that suits music, video-game soundtracks and movies alike. The down-firing subwoofer adds genuine low-end rumble that the sub-less Audioengine A2+ Wireless and Edifier R1280T can't match at this price. It's not as loud or as deep as the Klipsch ProMedia 2.1, but for a desk it's plenty, and the warmth means it stays comfortable and non-fatiguing over long work or gaming sessions where brighter speakers can wear on you.

Stays on USB while a phone pairs over Bluetooth

In day-to-day use the Z407 is the speaker reviewers keep reaching for as a value default. TechRadar flatly stated the "Logitech Z407 remains the best computer speakers you can buy," noting that "for a computer speaker system this compact, it blasts out surprisingly hefty audio in terms of quality and volume." GamesRadar agreed it offers "excellent sound quality and little to no fuss."

The subwoofer is the star: TechRadar found "the subwoofer has a lot of power for its size, with a down-firing driver that gives it a whole lot of rumble." That bass, combined with the warm mids, makes the Z407 satisfying for gaming and movies without the harshness cheaper speakers show when pushed. For most desks, it hits a genuine sweet spot of size, sound and price.

Across reviewers the Z407 also scores well for versatility – it's equally at home with a gaming PC, a laptop or a phone, and the ability to leave it connected to a computer over USB while still pairing a phone over Bluetooth means you rarely have to fiddle with sources. GamesRadar's reviewer, who works to a lot of orchestral and game soundtracks, found it handled that varied material well, which speaks to how broadly usable the warm tuning is. That all-purpose flexibility, more than any single standout trait, is why it keeps topping value lists.

Connectivity and Controls

The Z407's signature feature is its wireless control dial. TechRadar described "a wireless control dial with a 20-meter range, and three connectivity options – Bluetooth, micro USB, and the 3.5 mm," letting you adjust volume and bass from across the room. It also confirmed all three inputs sound excellent: "the Bluetooth connectivity is pretty darn good and up to par with the 3.5mm option," while "the micro USB connection seems to have a bit more high end and detail."

The dial does have a learning curve – TechRadar admitted "it's not as straightforward as most people would prefer" at first, "but once you do get used to how the dial works, it'll feel like an extension of the arm." The flexibility of having Bluetooth alongside wired digital and analog inputs, all controlled remotely, is rare at this price. TechRadar even noted the micro USB connection "seems to have a bit more high end and detail" than the others, so audio purists have a best-quality option, while everyone else can lean on Bluetooth for convenience.

Still uses micro-USB instead of USB-C

The Z407 keeps the satellites compact and unobtrusive, which is part of its appeal for tight desks – they take up far less room than the Klipsch ProMedia 2.1's larger units. The subwoofer is a modest down-firing box that tucks under a desk easily. The separate wireless dial is the main interface, a tidy puck you place wherever is convenient.

Build quality is solid if unremarkable plastic, in line with the price. The satellites are basic single-driver units rather than the two-way horn-loaded design of the Klipsch, so they're more about pleasant, room-filling sound than pinpoint detail. The one dated touch is the micro-USB digital input rather than USB-C. Still, the compact, low-key styling and small subwoofer make it one of the easier 2.1 systems here to fit into a tidy or space-constrained desk setup, which is a real advantage over the larger Klipsch ProMedia 2.1.

No app or EQ beyond the volume dial

The Z407's compromises are modest but real. The wireless dial's workflow takes adjustment, and there's no companion app or on-screen EQ, so you can't fine-tune the sound beyond volume and bass on the dial. The single-driver satellites, while pleasant, lack the detail and high-volume clarity of the Klipsch ProMedia 2.1's horn tweeters.

It also uses micro-USB rather than USB-C for its wired digital connection, which feels behind the times, and the warm, mid-focused tuning won't satisfy listeners chasing the most neutral, detailed sound – there the Audioengine A2+ Wireless is the better choice. But none of these is a dealbreaker at $80, and for the overwhelming majority of buyers the convenience and value far outweigh the minor rough edges.

Adds a wireless dial the Pebble X Plus lacks

The Z407 is the value middle ground of this guide. It undercuts the Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 and Audioengine A2+ Wireless substantially while still offering a real subwoofer and Bluetooth, and it adds the wireless control dial that the similarly priced Creative Pebble X Plus lacks. The Klipsch is louder and bassier, and the Audioengine is more refined, but neither matches the Z407's mix of features for the money.

Against the Creative Pebble X Plus, the Z407's bigger subwoofer and remote dial give it the edge for most buyers, though the Pebble counters with a tidier all-in-one look and RGB. For a budget 2.1 system with modern connectivity, the Z407 is the one reviewers most consistently recommend.

Real subwoofer and Bluetooth for under $80

At around $80 the Z407 is one of the best-value systems in the entire category. TechRadar marvelled that it delivers "powerful sound, rumbling bass, several connectivity options, and a nifty wireless dial for only $79," and called it "the best computer speakers you can buy" – high praise for a sub-$100 product. Getting a real subwoofer and Bluetooth at this price is what makes it such an easy recommendation.

The value case is about getting most of what pricier systems offer for far less: it can't match the Klipsch ProMedia 2.1's volume or the Audioengine A2+ Wireless's refinement, but it costs a fraction of either while still sounding genuinely good and adding modern conveniences neither budget rival fully matches. For most people shopping a tight budget, the Z407 delivers the best balance of sound, features and price here.

Fits a dorm, home office, or living-room desk

The Z407 is for the budget-conscious desktop user who still wants real bass, Bluetooth and the convenience of a wireless control dial. It's an excellent fit for a gaming or general-purpose desk where you want satisfying, room-filling sound and easy volume control without spending Klipsch or Audioengine money.

It's less ideal if you want the loudest, most detailed sound (the Klipsch ProMedia 2.1) or the most refined, audiophile presentation (the Audioengine A2+ Wireless). But for the largest number of buyers looking for a well-rounded 2.1 system around $80, the Z407 is the smart-value champion of this guide. The mix of real bass, three inputs, Bluetooth and that wireless dial means it adapts to a home office, a dorm room or a living-room desk with equal ease, which is a big part of why reviewers keep naming it a default budget recommendation.