Short answer: the B&O Beoplay A2 active for better sound quality, the Ultimate Ears Everboom for the lower price. The B&O Beoplay A2 active ranks #16 of 77 large speakers at $400. The Ultimate Ears Everboom ranks #32 at $149.99, $250.01 cheaper.
What the B&O Beoplay A2 active offers: B&O’s True360 sound from both sides. Set against that: Not stereo.
The case for the Ultimate Ears Everboom: This speaker may move around as we get better sound samples. The catch: Has an upper bass boost and is tuned warm with rolled off treble.
One note: the B&O Beoplay A2 active is discontinued, but it still ranks #16 of 77 large speakers by sound quality, ahead of most of what is still sold new, so it is worth considering used.
Buy the B&O Beoplay A2 active if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Ultimate Ears Everboom if the price matters more than sound quality.
If water resistance matters to you, the Ultimate Ears Everboom at IP67 (brief submersion) holds up far better than the B&O Beoplay A2 active at no water resistance.
Specifications Side By Side
| B&O Beoplay A2 active | Ultimate Ears Everboom | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $400 Discontinued | $149.99 |
| Ranked | #16 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #32 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None | IP67 |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | Yes |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg | 2.1 lbs / 949 g |
| App | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (PartyUp up to 50 speakers) |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.1 |
| Dimensions | 10.1" x 5.6" x 1.7" (256 x 142 x 44 mm) | 8.1" x 3.3" x 4.3" (205 x 85 x 110 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 3" fullrange woofers, 2x 0.75" tweeters + 2x 3" passive radiators | 2x 56.6mm x 56.2mm fullrange transducers + 2x passive radiators |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Output Power | 60W | 14W |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
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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.
Full B&O Beoplay A2 active review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| 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 |
| Omnidirectional | Yes |
| Output Power | 60W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg |
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Ultimate Ears Everboom: $149.99 Amazon
Pros: This speaker may move around as we get better sound samples
Cons: Has an upper bass boost and is tuned warm with rolled off treble. Not very deep bass.
Full Ultimate Ears Everboom review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 8.1" x 3.3" x 4.3" (205 x 85 x 110 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 56.6mm x 56.2mm fullrange transducers + 2x passive radiators |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Omnidirectional | Yes |
| Output Power | 14W |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyUp up to 50 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 2.1 lbs / 949 g |
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