Short answer: the Bogasing S8 Pro. It ranks #62 of 77 large speakers by sound quality at $152; the Soundcore Trance/Rave Mega ranks #73 and costs $249, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
What the Bogasing S8 Pro offers: Use “vocal” mode for the flattest response, still not great. Watch for: Huge treble peaks in most sound modes, sounds sizzling and harsh.
What the Soundcore Trance/Rave Mega offers: 80W power with 105dB output, BassUp technology for body-shaking bass. 20,000mAh battery for 24 hours claimed (18 hours for Trance variant). Watch for: Hugely recessed mids and treble
Buy the Bogasing S8 Pro. It ranks higher for sound quality than the Soundcore Trance/Rave Mega and costs less, so there is no real case for the other one.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip both of these and look higher up the 77 large speakers instead.
Specifications Side By Side
| Bogasing S8 Pro | Soundcore Trance/Rave Mega | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $152 | $249 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #62 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #73 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX5 | IPX7 |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 3.4 lbs / 1.55 kg | 7.7 lbs / 3.5 kg |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | No |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 10.7" x 2.1" x 2.9" (271 x 53 x 73 mm) | 7" x 7" x 13.3" (179 x 177 x 339 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 48Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Output Power | 60W | 80W |
| Drivers | 60W: Dual drivers + passive radiator | 1x 133mm woofer, 1x 51mm tweeter |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 63Hz |
| Max Volume | - | 97dB |
| Discontinued | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Bogasing S8 Pro: $152 Amazon
Pros: Use “vocal” mode for the flattest response, still not great.
Cons: Huge treble peaks in most sound modes, sounds sizzling and harsh.
Full Bogasing S8 Pro review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 10.7" x 2.1" x 2.9" (271 x 53 x 73 mm) |
| Drivers | 60W: Dual drivers + passive radiator |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 48Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX5 |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Output Power | 60W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 3.4 lbs / 1.55 kg |
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Soundcore Trance/Rave Mega: $249 Discontinued
Pros: 80W power with 105dB output, BassUp technology for body-shaking bass. 20,000mAh battery for 24 hours claimed (18 hours for Trance variant). IPX7 waterproof with LED light show. USB port charges devices. Soundcore app with EQ customization, multipoint pairing, can link speakers for Party Mode.
Cons: Hugely recessed mids and treble. Discontinued.
Full Soundcore Trance/Rave Mega review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 63Hz |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 7" x 7" x 13.3" (179 x 177 x 339 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 1x 133mm woofer, 1x 51mm tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 97dB |
| Output Power | 80W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 7.7 lbs / 3.5 kg |
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