Short answer: the Soundcore Select Pro. It ranks #15 of 75 large speakers at $80; the B&O Beoplay A2 active ranks #16 and costs $400, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
On the B&O Beoplay A2 active side: B&O’s True360 sound from both sides. The catch: Not stereo.
The case for the Soundcore Select Pro: Sounds almost exactly like the Motion Boom. The catch: Boosted bass, rolled off treble.
One note: the B&O Beoplay A2 active is discontinued, but it still ranks #16 of 75 large speakers, ahead of most of what is still sold new, so it is worth considering used.
Buy the B&O Beoplay A2 active if the price matters more than the ranking. Buy the Soundcore Select Pro if the ranking matters more than the price.
Specifications Side By Side
| B&O Beoplay A2 active | Soundcore Select Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $400 Discontinued | $80 |
| Ranked | #16 of 75 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #15 of 75 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | No |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None | IPX7 |
| Power Bank | Yes | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg | 3.3 lbs / 1.5 kg |
| App | No | Yes (Users say it works) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Partycast up to 100 speakers) |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 10.1" x 5.6" x 1.7" (256 x 142 x 44 mm) | 13.6" x 5.8" x 7.9" (346 x 148 x 200 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 3" fullrange woofers, 2x 0.75" tweeters + 2x 3" passive radiators | 2x 2.75" fullrange + 2x 2.5" passive radiators |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Output Power | 60W | 30W |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Max Volume | - | 106dB |
The Two Speakers In Full
B&O Beoplay A2 active: $400 Discontinued Amazon
Pros: B&O’s True360 sound from both sides. Customizable sound via Beoplay app. 22 hour battery (improved from original A2). Stereo pairing with a second A2 Active. Splash/dustproof, USB-C charging. ~1.1 kg with carry strap.
Cons: Not stereo. Discontinued.
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Dimensions | 10.1" x 5.6" x 1.7" (256 x 142 x 44 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 3" fullrange woofers, 2x 0.75" tweeters + 2x 3" passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None |
| Output Power | 60W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg |
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Soundcore Select Pro: $80 Amazon
Pros: Sounds almost exactly like the Motion Boom
Cons: Boosted bass, rolled off treble. Not as neutral or detailed as other top ranked speakers.
| App | Yes (Users say it works) |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Dimensions | 13.6" x 5.8" x 7.9" (346 x 148 x 200 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 2.75" fullrange + 2x 2.5" passive radiators |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 106dB |
| Output Power | 30W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Partycast up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs / 1.5 kg |
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