Short answer: the Bose Soundlink Micro for better sound quality, the Tribit PocketGo for the lower price. The Bose Soundlink Micro ranks #19 of 47 small speakers at $90. The Tribit PocketGo ranks #27 at $20.99, $69.01 cheaper.
What the Bose Soundlink Micro offers: Rugged rubberized coating, IP67 rated (1m submersion for 30 minutes). Watch for: Lack of clarity.
On the Tribit PocketGo side: Fuller low end than the JBL Go 5, despite the JBL’s clearer, more typical JBL sound. Set against that: Battery life isn’t the biggest for this speaker class.
Buy the Bose Soundlink Micro if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Tribit PocketGo if the price matters more than sound quality.
If battery life is a priority, the Tribit PocketGo is rated for 20 hours versus 6 hours for the Bose Soundlink Micro.
Specifications Side By Side
| Bose Soundlink Micro | Tribit PocketGo | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90.00 | $20.99 |
| Ranked | #19 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #27 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes (Tribit app) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 66Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 6 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes (6 presets + custom) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP68 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 50ms | - |
| Max Volume | 90dB | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Bose Party mode) | No |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | Pointing up |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 0.6 lbs / 289 g | 0.5 lbs / 220 g |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 6.0 |
| Dimensions | 3.9" x 3.9" x 1.4" (98 x 98 x 35 mm) | 4.3" x 3.2" x 1.7" (108 x 81 x 42 mm) |
| Drivers | 40mm with dual passive radiators | 1x 45mm full-range driver |
| Charging Time | 3 hours | 3 hours |
| Output Power | 5W | 7W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Frequency Response | - | 80Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes (up to 128GB) |
| Discontinued | - | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Bose Soundlink Micro: $90.00 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 |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| 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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Tribit PocketGo: $20.99 Amazon
Pros: Fuller low end than the JBL Go 5, despite the JBL’s clearer, more typical JBL sound. Costs about half the price of the JBL Go 5. Can stand, hang from its loop, or lay flat on its feet for flexible placement. About on par with the Soundcore Select 4 Go, and a touch louder at lower volumes. App support with signature EQ and customization.
Cons: Battery life isn’t the biggest for this speaker class. JBL Go 5 has better build quality plus lightshow, Auracast, and AirTouch. Loses more bass than the Soundcore Select 4 Go at maximum volume. Slightly nasal quality to the sound.
Full Tribit PocketGo review and specifications →
| App | Yes (Tribit app) |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 3 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 4.3" x 3.2" x 1.7" (108 x 81 x 42 mm) |
| Discontinued | No |
| Drivers | 1x 45mm full-range driver |
| EQ | Yes (6 presets + custom) |
| Frequency Response | 80Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes (up to 128GB) |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Output Power | 7W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.5 lbs / 220 g |
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