It’s easy to forget that Q Acoustics is still a relatively young company. Formed back in 2006, it quickly became one of our go-to brands for affordable speakers. While the company has steadily expanded its range over time to include more premium offerings, the entry-level 3000i series remains at the core of its line-up.
There are now three standmounters in the 3000i range. The newest and priciest are the 3030is. They launched at £329 a few months ago, but you won’t have to look too hard for discounts. Strangely, the company produced these speakers two years after the rest of the range – but we’re glad it did. In our opinion, they are excellent value for money.
Given that there’s so much shared tech between these and the standmounters below – the 3020i (£199) and 3010i (£160) – it is interesting to compare and contrast the three. All were awarded the full five stars when tested, and remain among the best in their price class.
So, does the right choice for you come down to going for the most expensive one you can afford, or does one of the junior speakers rise above its station?
L to R: 3010i, 3020i, 3030i
View online review whf.cm/3010i