Short answer: the Marshall Tufton, if you are buying new, though neither ranks well in its class. The Demerbox DB2 ranks higher than it (#74 vs #88 of 112 boombox speakers, 2.8/5 vs 2.4/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Marshall Tufton is still sold new at $474.95. Both are rated below 3.0/5 among the 112 boombox speakers, and the Tribit Stormbox Blast, ranked #2 at $179.99, is a better place to start if sound quality matters.
The Demerbox DB2 is the better-sounding, longer-running choice. A nearly indestructible waterproof speaker built from a Pelican case, with a 40 hour battery and dry storage. It is rated for 40 hours of battery against 20 for the Marshall Tufton. At 5.4 lbs (2.47 kg) it weighs much less than the Marshall Tufton at 10.8 lbs (4.9 kg). It is rated IP67 against IPX2 for the Marshall Tufton. The tradeoff: Bass is not as deep as better speakers.
Why pick the Marshall Tufton: A classic Marshall styled boombox with a long battery, quick charging and sturdy construction that spreads sound all around. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Demerbox DB2 lacks. Watch for: Not much lower bass, upper bass boomy, boosted treble, not very balanced overall.
Buy the Marshall Tufton new; the Demerbox DB2 is no longer sold new, so it only makes sense as a used find.
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A nearly indestructible waterproof speaker built from a Pelican case, with a 40 hour battery and dry storage.
A classic Marshall styled boombox with a long battery, quick charging and sturdy construction that spreads sound all around.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Demerbox DB2 | Marshall Tufton | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $400 Discontinued | $474.95 |
| Ranked | #74 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #88 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | No | Yes (hidden bass and treble adjustment) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) | No |
| Power Input | AC Power brick | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | Yes |
| Weight | 5.4 lbs (2.47 kg) | 10.8 lbs (4.9 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| FM Tuner | No | - |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX2 |
| Amplifier Power | 22W RMS | 80W |
| Dimensions | 10.6” x 9.7” x 6.9” (270 x 246 x 175 mm) | 9” x 6.4” x 13.8” (229.1 x 163.1 x 350 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 3” (76mm) aluminum cone full-range drivers | 1x 5.25” woofer + 2x 2” full-range + 1x 16mm tweeter |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.0 |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 42Hz |
| Strap | - | Yes (built-in strap) |
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