Short answer: the DALI Katch G2, though neither ranks well in its class. It ranks #90 of 120 large speakers by sound quality (rated 2.8/5) at $750 and is still sold new; the Soundcore Rave Neo ranks #96 (rated 2.7/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used. The Soundcore Rave Neo’s replacement, the Soundcore Rave Neo 2, is rated 4.2/5 at $84.99. Both are rated below 3.0/5 among the 120 large speakers, so if sound quality matters, consider the JBL Xtreme 5 instead, ranked #2 at $399.95.
The DALI Katch G2 is the longer-running, lighter pick. A slim, elegant waterproof stereo speaker with a built in strap, a very long battery, and high quality Bluetooth. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 18 for the Soundcore Rave Neo. At 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg) it weighs much less than the Soundcore Rave Neo at 7.7 lbs (3.49 kg). It supports aptX HD Bluetooth, which the Soundcore Rave Neo lacks. The tradeoff: Loses bass quickly after 40% volume.
What the Soundcore Rave Neo does well: A floating waterproof party speaker with bass heavy sound, beat synced lights, and huge party linking, now discontinued. It links with other speakers (PartyCast up to 100 speakers), which the DALI Katch G2 cannot. It has an adjustable EQ, which the DALI Katch G2 lacks. The tradeoff: Muddy with treble rolloff.
Buy the DALI Katch G2. It is rated higher for sound quality; the Soundcore Rave Neo is no longer sold new.
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Specifications Side By Side
| DALI Katch G2 | Soundcore Rave Neo | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $750.00 | $80 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #90 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #96 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Charging Time | 2 hours | - |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg) | 7.7 lbs (3.49 kg) |
| App | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB) | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2A) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Drivers | 2x 89mm woofers, 2x 21mm tweeters | 1x 102mm woofer, 1x 51mm fullrange |
| Dimensions | 10.6” x 5.4” x 1.9” (269 x 138 x 47 mm) | 11” x 6” x 7” (279.4 x 152.4 x 177.8 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 49Hz - 23kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Amplifier Power | 50W RMS | 50W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in strap) | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 60Hz |
| Maximum SPL | - | 106dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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