Short answer: the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 for bass, the Hopestar H54 for features. The Micro 3 goes deeper in bass than the last one by a little, but its bass is thuddy and distorted by default and needs an EQ to fix. The H54 counters with IPX7 waterproofing, 5W output, 5-hour battery life, MicroSD support, TWS pairing, AUX input, Bluetooth 5.0 and a built-in microphone, though it has bright treble, not much bass and harsh mids.
Buy the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Hopestar H54 and costs less, so it is the default pick unless a specific strength of the other one matters more to you.
If battery life is a priority, the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 is rated for 24 hours versus 5 hours for the Hopestar H54.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Hopestar H54 | Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $59.99 | $56.76 |
| Ranked | #52 of 62 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #6 of 62 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | No |
| Battery Life | 5 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | No | Yes (9 Band) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IP68 |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-C) |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | Pointing up |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | AAC, SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 6.0 |
| Frequency Response | 80Hz - 15kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Drivers | 52mm | 48mm NdFeB driver with coaxial passive radiators |
| Amplifier Power | 5W | 13W |
| Dimensions | 5.5” x 4.7” x 2.8” (140 x 120 x 70 mm) | 4.4” x 4.2” x 1.8” (112 x 107.9 x 45 mm) |
| Weight | 1.1 lbs (500 g) | 0.7 lbs (330 g) |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 62Hz |
| Maximum SPL | - | 93dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Strap | - | Yes (built-in strap) |
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