These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The Bose Soundlink Micro ranks #19 of 47 small speakers by sound quality at $88.88; the Teufel Rockster 2 ranks #3 of 11 large party speakers by sound quality at $1269.94.
What the Bose Soundlink Micro gets right: A rugged, rubberized IP67 build that survives a 1m dunk for 30 minutes, in a very compact, pocketable 0.68 lb package. Set against that: it lacks clarity and bass is overly boosted.
The case for the Teufel Rockster 2: It sounds better and more evenly tuned than the JBL Partybox 720, its horn-loaded tweeter delivers far more consistent off-axis sound than the Partybox 720’s comb-filtering dual tweeters, it gets louder without distorting, and it projects clearly and evenly over long outdoor distances. The catch: bass doesn’t dig quite as deep as the Partybox 720’s, and output drops off further at high volume.
Buy the Bose Soundlink Micro at $88.88 if you want a small speaker. Buy the Teufel Rockster 2 at $1269.94 if you want a large party speaker instead.
If battery life is a priority, the Teufel Rockster 2 is rated for 15 hours versus 6 hours for the Bose Soundlink Micro.
If water resistance matters to you, the Bose Soundlink Micro at IP67 (brief submersion) holds up far better than the Teufel Rockster 2 at IPX2 (light drips).
Specifications Side By Side
| Bose Soundlink Micro | Teufel Rockster 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $88.88 | $1,269.94 |
| Ranked | #19 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #3 of 11 in Large Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes (Teufel Go) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 66Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 6 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | No |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX2 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 50ms | - |
| Max Volume | 90dB | 132dB |
| Party Mode | Yes (Bose Party mode) | Yes (Party Link, up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No | Yes |
| Power Input | Micro USB | AC Power cord, USB-C |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs / 289 g | 96.5 lbs / 43.79 kg |
| Aux Input | No | Yes (3.5mm, 6.3mm, RCA) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 3.9" x 3.9" x 1.4" (98 x 98 x 35 mm) | 20.6" x 38.6" x 23.4" (524 x 980 x 595 mm) |
| Drivers | 40mm with dual passive radiators | 2-way: 1x 380mm (15") woofer, 1x 35mm horn-loaded tweeter |
| Charging Time | 3 hours | - |
| Output Power | 5W | 440W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Guitar Input | - | Yes |
| Microphone Input | - | Yes (XLR) |
| XLR Input | - | Yes (2x, line level) |
| USB Playback | - | No |
| Wifi | - | No |
| Frequency Response | - | 36Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified, -6dB) |
The Two Speakers In Full
Bose Soundlink Micro: $88.88 Amazon
Pros: Rugged rubberized coating, IP67 rated (1m submersion for 30 minutes). Very compact and pocketable at 0.68 lb.
Cons: Lack of clarity. Overly boosted bass
Full Bose Soundlink Micro review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 66Hz |
| Battery Life | 6 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 50ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 3 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3.9" x 3.9" x 1.4" (98 x 98 x 35 mm) |
| Drivers | 40mm with dual passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 90dB |
| Output Power | 5W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Bose Party mode) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs / 289 g |
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Teufel Rockster 2: $1,269.94
Pros: Sounds better and more evenly tuned than the JBL Partybox 720. Horn-loaded tweeter gives far more consistent off-axis sound, unlike the Partybox 720’s dual tweeters, which suffer from comb-filtering interference. Gets louder without distorting - the Partybox 720 starts breaking up at high volume well before this does. Projects clearly over long outdoor distances, covering a large area evenly.
Cons: Not quite as deep bass as the JBL Partybox 720. Bass output drops off further at high volume.
Full Teufel Rockster 2 review and specifications →
| App | Yes (Teufel Go) |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes (3.5mm, 6.3mm, RCA) |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 20.6" x 38.6" x 23.4" (524 x 980 x 595 mm) |
| Drivers | 2-way: 1x 380mm (15") woofer, 1x 35mm horn-loaded tweeter |
| EQ | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 36Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified, -6dB) |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX2 |
| Max Volume | 132dB |
| Microphone Input | Yes (XLR) |
| Output Power | 440W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Link, up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | AC Power cord, USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 96.5 lbs / 43.79 kg |
| Wifi | No |
| XLR Input | Yes (2x, line level) |
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- Joy & Oluv’Sone: Teufel Rockster 2 vs JBL Partybox 720 - in the open field
- Joy & Oluv’Sone: Teufel Rockster 2 vs JBL Partybox 720 - indoor listening test
- Joy & Oluv’Sone: Teufel Rockster 2 vs Rockster Air 2 - indoor listening
- Joy & Oluv’Sone: Teufel Rockster 2 vs JBL Partybox 720 - outdoor test
- Oluv Patreon: Teufel Rockster 2 vs JBL Partybox 720 - indoor listening test
- Oluv Patreon: Teufel Rockster 2 vs Rockster Air 2 - indoor listening test
- Oluv Patreon: Teufel Rockster 2 vs JBL Partybox 720 - in the open field
- Oluv Patreon: Teufel Rockster 2 vs JBL Partybox 720 - on the street
- Reddit Search for Teufel Rockster 2 Review
- Head-to-Head Comparisons