Short answer: the Dockin D Fine+ for better sound quality, the Hopestar A6 Pro for the lower price. The Dockin D Fine+ ranks #33 of 77 large speakers at $199. The Hopestar A6 Pro ranks #72 at $86, $113 cheaper.
What the Dockin D Fine+ offers: Deeper bass than the non-plus version. Watch for: No major drawback is currently noted in our review summary.
What the Hopestar A6 Pro offers: Powerful 34W output, built-in microphone for hands-free calling, IPX6 water resistant, power bank function, MicroSD card support Watch for: No dynamics, sounds very hollow, no deep bass.
Buy the Dockin D Fine+ if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Hopestar A6 Pro if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip the Hopestar A6 Pro. It ranks near the bottom of the 77 large speakers, so look higher up the list instead.
Specifications Side By Side
| Dockin D Fine+ | Hopestar A6 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199 Discontinued | $86 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #33 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #72 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/1A) | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX6 |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Output Power | 50W RMS | 55W |
| Dimensions | 11.2" x 3.9" x 4.1" (285 x 100 x 103 mm) | Specifications not fully listed |
| Drivers | 2x high-frequency drivers + 2x low-frequency drivers + 2 passive bass radiators | 115mm woofer |
| Weight | 4.3 lbs / 1930 g | 3.3 lbs / 1.5 kg |
| Discontinued | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 63Hz |
| Battery Life | - | 4 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.0 |
| Frequency Response | - | 100Hz - 10kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Dockin D Fine+: $199 Discontinued
Pros: Deeper bass than the non-plus version.
Cons: Discontinued.
Full Dockin D Fine+ review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 11.2" x 3.9" x 4.1" (285 x 100 x 103 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x high-frequency drivers + 2x low-frequency drivers + 2 passive bass radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Output Power | 50W RMS |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/1A) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 4.3 lbs / 1930 g |
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Hopestar A6 Pro: $86 Discontinued
Pros: Powerful 34W output, built-in microphone for hands-free calling, IPX6 water resistant, power bank function, MicroSD card support
Cons: No dynamics, sounds very hollow, no deep bass. Very jagged frequency response. Horrible battery life. Discontinued.
Full Hopestar A6 Pro review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 63Hz |
| Battery Life | 4 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | Specifications not fully listed |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 115mm woofer |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 100Hz - 10kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX6 |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Output Power | 55W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs / 1.5 kg |
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