Short answer: the Denon Envaya DSB-250BT for the higher ranking, the Minirig 3 for the lower price. The Denon Envaya DSB-250BT ranks #5 of 134 medium speakers at $250. The Minirig 3 ranks #7 at $140, $110 cheaper.
The case for the Denon Envaya DSB-250BT: One of the early Bluetooth speakers with excellent all-around sound quality, very neutral and great soundstage. Set against that: Expensive.
What the Minirig 3 gets right: Modular, can easily attach a subwoofer. Set against that: Not stereo.
One note: the Denon Envaya DSB-250BT is discontinued, but it still ranks #5 of 134 medium speakers, ahead of most of what is still sold new, so it is worth considering used.
Buy the Denon Envaya DSB-250BT if the ranking matters more than the price. Buy the Minirig 3 if the price matters more than the ranking.
Specifications Side By Side
| Denon Envaya DSB-250BT | Minirig 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $250 Discontinued | $140 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #5 of 134 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #7 of 134 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 57Hz | 53Hz |
| Battery Life | 13 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 | Splash resistant |
| Bluetooth Latency | 180ms | 60ms |
| Max Volume | 97dB | 105dB |
| Power Input | Micro USB | Proprietary USB cable |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Weight | 1.7 lbs / 750 g | 1.2 lbs / 550 g |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, AAC | aptX, AAC, SBC |
| Charging Time | 3.5 hours | - |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm full-range drivers + passive radiator | 70mm custom driver |
| Output Power | 27W | 40W |
| App | No | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| TWS | No | Yes (Bluetooth or cable) |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 200 x 77 x 74 mm (W x H x D) | 4.0" diameter x 2.9" H (101.6 x 73mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Latency | - | 0ms |
| Frequency Response | - | 60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
The Two Speakers In Full
Denon Envaya DSB-250BT: $250 Discontinued
Pros: One of the early Bluetooth speakers with excellent all-around sound quality, very neutral and great soundstage. Deep bass without distortion at high volumes. IP67 waterproof and dustproof rating. USB charging port charges mobile devices. Built-in stand on back for sturdy tilted positioning.
Cons: Expensive. Treble is rolled off. Phantom battery drain issue, would not recommend these days. Uses some stereo enhancement reverb that can sound weird to some. Not as detailed as higher ranked speakers. Discontinued.
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 57Hz |
| Battery Life | 13 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, AAC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 180ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 3.5 hours |
| Dimensions | 200 x 77 x 74 mm (W x H x D) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm full-range drivers + passive radiator |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 97dB |
| Output Power | 27W |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 1.7 lbs / 750 g |
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Minirig 3: $140 Discontinued Minirigs
Pros: Modular, can easily attach a subwoofer.
Cons: Not stereo. Calls itself splash resistant and has no official water rating. App is buggy. Wireless TWS pairing is buggy. A bit expensive. Has reliability issues more often than any other speaker. Discontinued.
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 0ms |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 53Hz |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 60ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Dimensions | 4.0" diameter x 2.9" H (101.6 x 73mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 70mm custom driver |
| EQ | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | Splash resistant |
| Max Volume | 105dB |
| Output Power | 40W |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | Proprietary USB cable |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes (Bluetooth or cable) |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs / 550 g |
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