Short answer: the Diamondboxx L2 for better sound quality, the Philips NX200 for the lower price. The Diamondboxx L2 ranks #37 of 50 party speakers at $1000. The Philips NX200 ranks #40 at $299, $701 cheaper.
What the Diamondboxx L2 offers: High-fidelity Class A/B amps with good bass response and clear sound at all volumes. Watch for: Boomyness in the 100hz region.
What the Philips NX200 offers: 160W maximum output (80W RMS), 2x 2” tweeters + 2x 5.25” bass drivers. Watch for: No deep bass, mids are a little harsh
Buy the Diamondboxx L2 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Philips NX200 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip the Philips NX200. It ranks near the bottom of the 50 party speakers, so look higher up the list instead.
Specifications Side By Side
| Diamondboxx L2 | Philips NX200 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1000 | $299 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #37 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #40 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX HD, SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | - |
| Charging Time | 9 hours | - |
| Dimensions | 23" x 14.5" x 9.5" (584.2 x 368.3 x 241.3 mm) | 10.6" x 21.9" x 11.2" (268 x 556 x 285 mm) |
| Drivers | 5.5" woofer, 1" tweeter | 2x 5.25" woofers, 2x 2" tweeters |
| EQ | No | No |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| IP Rating | None | None |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Power Input | AC Power brick | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| TWS | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Weight | 24.3 lbs / 11 kg | 17 lbs / 7.7 kg |
| Output Power | 260W RMS | 80W RMS |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | ~55Hz |
| Battery Life | - | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Discontinued | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Diamondboxx L2: $1000
Pros: High-fidelity Class A/B amps with good bass response and clear sound at all volumes. Fills large spaces at under 50% volume, comparable to medium bookshelf speakers. Stable bass response even at 15-20% volume. 6-48 hours battery on 400+ watts (9 hours full recharge). Built-in 2.1A USB power for charging devices. Over 1000 recharge cycles.
Cons: Boomyness in the 100hz region. Gets distorted. Too much treble. Too expensive.
Full Diamondboxx L2 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX HD, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Charging Time | 9 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 23" x 14.5" x 9.5" (584.2 x 368.3 x 241.3 mm) |
| Drivers | 5.5" woofer, 1" tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None |
| Output Power | 260W RMS |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Power brick |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 24.3 lbs / 11 kg |
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Philips NX200: $299 Discontinued
Pros: 160W maximum output (80W RMS), 2x 2” tweeters + 2x 5.25” bass drivers. Up to 14 hours playtime with built-in battery (or unlimited plugged in). Multiple color LED effects synchronized with music. Karaoke features with echo and voice switching. 2x mic inputs + 1x guitar input. Up to 10m Bluetooth range. Dual Philips speaker pairing via 3.5mm line-in.
Cons: No deep bass, mids are a little harsh. Discontinued.
Full Philips NX200 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~55Hz |
| Battery Life | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 10.6" x 21.9" x 11.2" (268 x 556 x 285 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 5.25" woofers, 2x 2" tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Output Power | 80W RMS |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 17 lbs / 7.7 kg |
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