Short answer: the Fugoo XL for better sound quality, the Tronsmart Halo 100 for the lower price. The Fugoo XL ranks #39 of 77 large speakers at $299. The Tronsmart Halo 100 ranks #51 at $100, $199 cheaper.
What the Fugoo XL offers: Pretty deep bass for the size Watch for: Some midrange honkyness
What the Tronsmart Halo 100 offers: 60W power with excellent bass (tested 100dB), IPX6 waterproof design, RGB LED party lights, 18 hours battery without lights, 6000mAh capacity with USB-A charging port for devices, good value outdoor party speaker. Watch for: Not a very smooth frequency response.
Buy the Fugoo XL if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Tronsmart Halo 100 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If battery life is a priority, the Fugoo XL is rated for 35 hours versus 18 hours for the Tronsmart Halo 100.
Specifications Side By Side
| Fugoo XL | Tronsmart Halo 100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299 Discontinued | $100 |
| Ranked | #39 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #51 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 35 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX7 |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/1A) | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC Power brick | USB-C |
| Weight | 3.8 lbs / 1.72 kg | 6 lbs / 2.72 kg |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| EQ | No | No |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 11.3" x 4.5" x 3.8" (288 x 115 x 97 mm) | 11.3" x 7" x 5.9" (286 x 179 x 150 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 62mm (2.4") woofers + 4x 28mm (1.1") tweeters + 2x 105x66mm passive radiators | 1x 115mm woofer, 2x 53mm mid-tweeters, 1x 31mm tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Output Power | 38W | 60W |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 49Hz |
| Max Volume | - | 104dB |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Fugoo XL: $299 Discontinued
Pros: Pretty deep bass for the size
Cons: Some midrange honkyness. Discontinued.
Full Fugoo XL review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 35 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 11.3" x 4.5" x 3.8" (288 x 115 x 97 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 62mm (2.4") woofers + 4x 28mm (1.1") tweeters + 2x 105x66mm passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Output Power | 38W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/1A) |
| Power Input | AC Power brick |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 3.8 lbs / 1.72 kg |
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Tronsmart Halo 100: $100 Amazon
Pros: 60W power with excellent bass (tested 100dB), IPX6 waterproof design, RGB LED party lights, 18 hours battery without lights, 6000mAh capacity with USB-A charging port for devices, good value outdoor party speaker.
Cons: Not a very smooth frequency response. Treble is peaky. Boosted upper bass.
Full Tronsmart Halo 100 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 49Hz |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 11.3" x 7" x 5.9" (286 x 179 x 150 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 115mm woofer, 2x 53mm mid-tweeters, 1x 31mm tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 104dB |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Output Power | 60W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 6 lbs / 2.72 kg |
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