Short answer: the B&O Beosound A1 3rd gen if sound quality matters most, the W-King D8 Mini if price matters most. The B&O Beosound A1 3rd gen ranks #19 of 177 medium speakers, rated 4.1/5, at $399. The W-King D8 Mini ranks #135, rated 2.6/5, at $49.99, $349.01 cheaper.
The B&O Beosound A1 3rd gen is the better-sounding, lighter pick. A premium waterproof puck speaker with good sound, a long battery, and a battery you can swap, built to last. At 1.2 lbs (558 g) it weighs much less than the W-King D8 Mini at 2.8 lbs (1.26 kg). Watch for: Distorts easier than the 2nd gen with deeper bass.
The case for the W-King D8 Mini: An inexpensive water resistant stereo speaker with indoor and outdoor sound modes and a long rated battery. It keeps a wired aux input, which the B&O Beosound A1 3rd gen lacks. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the B&O Beosound A1 3rd gen. The catch: Recessed midrange, harsh treble.
Buy the B&O Beosound A1 3rd gen if sound quality is the priority over the price, or the W-King D8 Mini if the price is the priority over sound quality.
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A premium waterproof puck speaker with good sound, a long battery, and a battery you can swap, built to last.
An inexpensive water resistant stereo speaker with indoor and outdoor sound modes and a long rated battery.
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Specifications Side By Side
| B&O Beosound A1 3rd gen | W-King D8 Mini | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $399.00 | $49.99 |
| Ranked | #19 of 177 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #135 of 177 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | Yes | Yes (2 modes - Indoor/Outdoor) |
| Power Bank | No | - |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | No |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs (558 g) | 2.8 lbs (1260 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 5.2” x 1.8” x 5.2” (133 x 46 x 133 mm) | 9.9” x 3.7” x 3.7” (251 x 94 x 94 mm) |
| Drivers | 82.5mm woofer, 15mm tweeter | 2x 70mm woofers, 2x 30mm tweeters |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX6 |
| Amplifier Power | 60W | 30W |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Strap | Yes (built-in strap) | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 63Hz |
| Maximum SPL | - | 100dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
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