Short answer: the Doss Soundbox XL. It ranks #53 of 77 large speakers by sound quality at $75.99; the Ultimate Ears Megablast ranks #61 and costs $240, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
What the Doss Soundbox XL gets right: 32W output power, 100dB max volume, 10-hour battery life, IPX4 splashproof, MicroSD card slot, dual woofer setup with subwoofer, built-in microphone, TWS pairing support. The catch: A little hollow sounding.
On the Ultimate Ears Megablast side: Alexa integration (Wi-Fi + Bluetooth). Set against that: Bass is not very deep compared to the competition.
Buy the Doss Soundbox XL. It ranks higher for sound quality than the Ultimate Ears Megablast and costs less, so there is no real case for the other one.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip the Ultimate Ears Megablast. It ranks near the bottom of the 77 large speakers, so look higher up the list instead.
If battery life is a priority, the Ultimate Ears Megablast is rated for 16 hours versus 10 hours for the Doss Soundbox XL.
If water resistance matters to you, the Ultimate Ears Megablast at IPX7 (brief submersion) holds up far better than the Doss Soundbox XL at IPX4 (splashing).
Specifications Side By Side
| Doss Soundbox XL | Ultimate Ears Megablast | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $75.99 | $240 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #53 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #61 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 55Hz | 64Hz |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 100dB | - |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Power Input | AC Power brick | USB-C |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs / 557 g | 2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | No |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 4.2 |
| Drivers | 1x 76mm subwoofer, 2x 50mm fullrange | 2x 55mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters |
| Dimensions | 11.8" x 2.6" x 5.2" (300 x 66 x 132 mm) | 9.3" x 3.5" (236.2 x 88.9 mm) (height x diameter) |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Output Power | 32W | Specs not published by manufacturer |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Discontinued | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Doss Soundbox XL: $75.99 Amazon
Pros: 32W output power, 100dB max volume, 10-hour battery life, IPX4 splashproof, MicroSD card slot, dual woofer setup with subwoofer, built-in microphone, TWS pairing support
Cons: A little hollow sounding.
Full Doss Soundbox XL review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 55Hz |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 11.8" x 2.6" x 5.2" (300 x 66 x 132 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 76mm subwoofer, 2x 50mm fullrange |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX4 |
| Max Volume | 100dB |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 32W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Power brick |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs / 557 g |
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Ultimate Ears Megablast: $240 Discontinued Ultimate Ears Megablast
Pros: Alexa integration (Wi-Fi + Bluetooth). 93dB loudest in UE lineup, 40% louder than Megaboom. IP67 waterproof and drop-proof. 16 hour battery. Party mode connects up to 8 speakers. Can use while charging to keep Alexa on 24/7.
Cons: Bass is not very deep compared to the competition. Discontinued.
Full Ultimate Ears Megablast review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 64Hz |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 9.3" x 3.5" (236.2 x 88.9 mm) (height x diameter) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 55mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | Specs not published by manufacturer |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg |
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