Short answer: the B&O Beosound Explore for better sound quality, the Doss E-Go II for the lower price. The B&O Beosound Explore ranks #109 of 136 medium speakers at $299. The Doss E-Go II ranks #113 at $33.90, $265.10 cheaper.
On the B&O Beosound Explore side: IP67 rated with a rugged ‘seatbelt’ strap and carabiner hook. Set against that: Huge lack of bass extension compared to competitors, overly hot ringing treble.
The case for the Doss E-Go II: Very portable (water bottle sized), truly waterproof (IPX6), 12-hour battery life, excellent value for money, fast Bluetooth pairing. The tradeoff: Horribly bad unless turned up, still not great.
Buy the B&O Beosound Explore if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Doss E-Go II if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip both of these and look higher up the 136 medium speakers instead.
If battery life is a priority, the B&O Beosound Explore is rated for 27 hours versus 12 hours for the Doss E-Go II.
Specifications Side By Side
| B&O Beosound Explore | Doss E-Go II | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299.00 | $33.90 |
| Ranked | #109 of 136 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #113 of 136 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~70Hz | 120Hz |
| Battery Life | 27 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX6 |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Weight | 1.4 lbs / 631 g | 0.9 lbs / 399 g |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 4.1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | - |
| Dimensions | 3.2" x 4.9" x 3.2" (81 x 124 x 81 mm) | 7.8" x 2.5" x 2" (198 x 63 x 51 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 1.8" (46mm) full-range drivers | 2x 6W full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator |
| TWS | Yes | - |
| Built in Microphone | No | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | Micro USB |
| Power Bank | No | - |
| Output Power | 60W | 12W |
| Max Volume | 91dB | - |
| Aux Input | - | Yes |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
B&O Beosound Explore: $299.00 Amazon
Pros: IP67 rated with a rugged ‘seatbelt’ strap and carabiner hook. Real-world battery life around 20-24 hours. Distinctive anodized-aluminum design.
Cons: Huge lack of bass extension compared to competitors, overly hot ringing treble. Colored midrange. Just not great sounding overall.
Full B&O Beosound Explore review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~70Hz |
|---|---|
| Battery Life | 27 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) |
| Dimensions | 3.2" x 4.9" x 3.2" (81 x 124 x 81 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 1.8" (46mm) full-range drivers |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 91dB |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 60W |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 1.4 lbs / 631 g |
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Doss E-Go II: $33.90 Amazon
Pros: Very portable (water bottle sized), truly waterproof (IPX6), 12-hour battery life, excellent value for money, fast Bluetooth pairing
Cons: Horribly bad unless turned up, still not great
Full Doss E-Go II review and specifications →
| Aux Input | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 120Hz |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 7.8" x 2.5" x 2" (198 x 63 x 51 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 6W full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator |
| IP Rating | IPX6 |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 12W |
| Power Input | Micro USB |
| Stereo | Yes |
| Weight | 0.9 lbs / 399 g |
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