Streamer + DAC help: Bluesound vs Eversolo (vs Others)


All - my budget is uh, flexible. Up to $5K USD. I bought the hifi rose 150B but since it has way too many bugs, I am returning it. 
What is your experience look like with Bluesound, Eversolo and other brands in a similar price point? I can’t audition so I am looking to see what others have to say (if possible, as compared to the hifi rose 150b). 
(1) how is the hardware? (2) interface on the hardware? (3) app? (4) sound quality?

 

the rose 150b had GREAT SQ but the constant interruptions in playback was such a downer. 
 

what other brands can i consider?

i am weary about spending $5K without demo-ing (it’s messed up, i know) but that is my budget. of course if there is a consensus about SQ at a lower price point, then i don’t even have to go to $5K. 
 

I know, this sounds weird. But the experience with rose was traumatic. I don’t want to put any dealer through any kind of “troubleshoot with me” and “return it” ordeal again :( 

 

thank you all in advance

nathandfwacoustics

Showing 2 responses by oddiofyl

Look at Aurender and Innuos.   Two of the better manufacturers in streaming.   Also both are know for reliability and support.  

Eversoso has no support,  their user forum is basically their "support"    Lots of bugs with each firmware.   Customer service is the worst you will ever experience

 

Bluesound is great as a platform , hardware is good .   Mine always works.   

I have had a Vault 2i since 2019 and have had an Aurender N200 for about 2 years.   Both trouble free.