Dali Katch

DALI redefines portable Bluetooth performance with a stunning speaker that combines elegant design, long battery life and sparkling sound to devastating effect.

Full, tight bass ; Plenty of dynamic variety ; Excellent spatial handling ; Good selection of inputs

Impractical dimensions ; Treble could be sweeter ; No front-facing display

Great for music, even better for films, this tidy soundbar delivers all the sound your living room needs

Powerful, full-bodied sound ; Great sense of timing and dynamics ; Long battery life

Nothing at this price

There's a new champ in the sub-£400 wireless speaker category, the Dali deservedly taking its place among the 2016 What Hi-Fi? Award winners

Great sound quality, portable form factor, two EQ presets to suit different environments, long-lasting battery, USB compatible with Chromecast Audio

Plasticky mesh panels and leather strap don’t look great, B&O BeoPlay A1 as good but for less money, no app

The Dali Katch is a tale of two halves: its exterior aesthetic has some not-so-hot moments, while its audio artistry is second-to none. The battery life is standout for a portable Bluetooth speaker too.

Styling ; Compact Size ; Variety of inputs besides HDMI ; Full-featured remote control induced ; Variety of mounting options

An optional matching subwoofer ; Indicator lights visible from a seated position. They would be better at the front rather than on the top deck. ; Better documentation. The quick start guide is thin on content, requiring a download of the full manual.

Within the limitations I’ve stated, the DALI KATCH ONE offers good value for money. It has easy integration with your TV and remote control through the HDMI ARC interface.

Astonishing detail and clarity ; Great battery life ; AptX support and selectable audio profiles

Lacks deep bass ; No Wi-Fi support

In the end, though, the Dali Katch stands alone. It’s the best-sounding, best-looking portable Bluetooth speaker on the market today and deserves all the plaudits it gets, beating my former favourite, the KEF Muo, for sheer audio quality.

Clean, open, well-balanced sound when placed up against the wall ; Wide mode improves the sound significantly ; Elegant Danish design

Wimpy sound when placed away from a wall or other large flat surface ; Very tall, needs a lot of space below TV ; No display behind grille cloth ; Expensive

There’s a lot to like about the DALI Katch One—but only under certain circumstances. It’s much taller than most soundbars, so you must have plenty of room below the TV for it. And it must be placed up against a wall or other large, flat surface to...

Clean, clear, bright sound ; Small, lightweight ; Long battery life ; Elegant Danish design

Sound seems to come entirely from small box ; Weak bass unless you put it up against a wall ; Expensive

Don’t get me wrong—the DALI Katch doesn’t sound bad per se. On the plus side is a clean, clear, bright sound that’s sure to carry throughout just about any gathering. I especially like its reproduction of vocals. But the bass is generally weak, even in...

DALI (Danish Audiophile Loudspeaker Industries) isn't a well-known brand in the United States, but the company may get more notice once word of its Katch One soundbar gets out. Stylish and simple, DALI's soundbar ($999) strikes an interesting balance...