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Low cost WiFi streamer : Google Chromcast Audio v/s Audioengine B1

I have been using Google Chromcast Audio ( $35-40) for past  few months, using optical cable to take digital signal out  and  input into my external DAC ( Bryston BDA-1) , then Analog signal to Preamp and Amp and to my floor standing speakers. 
I am thinking to buy  Audioengine B1 ( $189)  and replace it in place of Chromcast Audio :
  https://hometheaterhifi.com/reviews/receiver-processor/receivers/audioengine-b1-bluetooth-music-receiver-review/
My question is : Will I get any improvement in sound quality ( comapred to Chromcast Audio ) ? Or any other benifits I get ?
I am tempted to buy it but  before that I want some feedback and suggestions from FMs here.
Thanks

radni
toneranger58
124 posts
 
I have used the B1 for years and it works great and sounds very good. I stream from my IPad to the B1 to Yggdrasil to Sim 700i. I also use a basic optical cable, the B1’s own dac is pretty good, but nothing like the Yggy. My audiophile friends are surprised how well the B1 passes on data to the Yggy. I have not used Chromecast Audio.
erik_squires
15,647 posts
 
Try the wyred4sound Remedy reclocker. It does a really good job with those mini streamers.

However, the benefit varies based on your DAC. Older DACs benefit most of all.
helomech
1,494 posts
 
I have the B1 and two Chromecast Audios. Unless you plan to do away with your wireless service or something like that, there's no good reason to own the B1. I believe Wi-Fi transmission is technically superior. 

If you're still interested in a B1, shoot me a PM.
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