Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The Beats Pill 2024 ranks #78 of 179 medium speakers by sound quality at $99.95; the Klipsch Detroit ranks #81 of 120 large speakers by sound quality at $235.11.
The Beats Pill 2024 is the lighter option. A compact waterproof speaker with long battery life, fast charging, a power bank port and stereo pairing. At 1.5 lbs (680 g) it weighs much less than the Klipsch Detroit at 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg). It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Klipsch Detroit lacks. The catch: Boosted upper bass, somewhat thuddy.
Why pick the Klipsch Detroit: A rugged, fully waterproof stereo boombox with a long battery, fast USB-C charging, and power bank output. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Beats Pill 2024 lacks. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Beats Pill 2024. Watch for: Weird boosted upper bass, bass not very deep.
Buy the Beats Pill 2024 at $99.95 if you want a medium speaker. Buy the Klipsch Detroit at $235.11 if you want a large speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Beats Pill 2024 | Klipsch Detroit | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.95 | $235.11 |
| Ranked | #78 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #81 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~56Hz | ~55Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | Yes (USB-C, 10W) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs (680 g) | 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 8.6” x 2.8” x 2.8” (219 x 71 x 70 mm) | 13.1” x 4.2” x 4.7” (334 x 107 x 119 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x drivers with dual passive radiators | 2x 76mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC |
| Strap | Yes (lanyard) | Yes (detachable strap) |
| Party Mode | - | Yes (Broadcast Mode) |
| Frequency Response | - | 55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | - | 30W RMS |
| Maximum SPL | - | 93dB (Manufacturer specified) |
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