Short answer: the JBL Grip. It ranks #98 of 179 medium speakers by sound quality, rated 3.1/5, at $69.95. The DOSS E-Go II ranks #148, rated 2.5/5, at $39.90, $30.05 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The JBL Grip is the better-sounding, deeper-bass pick. A small, fully waterproof speaker with app EQ, ambient lighting, Auracast linking and USB-C audio input. Its bass reaches about 68Hz before falling 10dB, against 120Hz for the DOSS E-Go II. It is rated IP68 against IPX6 for the DOSS E-Go II. It has an adjustable EQ, which the DOSS E-Go II lacks. The catch: Lacking deeper bass, definitely the worst of the JBL line until you get to the smaller clip.
The case for the DOSS E-Go II: A water bottle sized stereo speaker with water resistance and quick pairing, light enough for a cup holder or bag. It keeps a wired aux input, which the JBL Grip lacks. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the JBL Grip. The catch: Horribly bad unless turned up, still not great.
Buy the JBL Grip. It is rated higher for sound quality, and saving $30.05 with the DOSS E-Go II does not make up for the sound-quality gap.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Grip | DOSS E-Go II | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $69.95 | $39.90 |
| Ranked | #98 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #148 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Battery Life | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~68Hz | 120Hz |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| EQ | Yes (7 band) | No |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IPX6 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | - |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs (385 g) | 0.9 lbs (399 g) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 4.1 |
| Drivers | 1x 43x80mm fullrange | 2x 6W full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator |
| Dimensions | 2.5” x 6” x 2.6” (64 x 152 x 65 mm) | 7.8” x 2.5” x 2” (198 x 63 x 51 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 70Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Amplifier Power | 16W | 12W |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C | Micro USB |
| Strap | Yes (strap) | Yes (strap) |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| Built-in Microphone | - | Yes |
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