Short answer: the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It ranks #5 of 115 large speakers by sound quality, rated 4.6/5, at $290. The JBL Xtreme 3 ranks #18, rated 4.3/5, at $269.95, $20.05 cheaper, not enough of a saving to outweigh the sound-quality gap.
The JBL Xtreme 3 is the tougher option. A loud, waterproof stereo speaker with deep bass, balanced sound and a power bank for charging devices. It is rated IPX7 against Splash resistant for the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It links with other speakers (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers), which the Minirig 4 with subwoofer cannot. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. The catch: Boosted bass.
The Minirig 4 with subwoofer is the longer-running, lighter choice. A compact speaker and wireless subwoofer pair with some of the most balanced sound available, a long battery and deep, impactful bass. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 15 for the JBL Xtreme 3. At 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the JBL Xtreme 3 at 4 lbs (1.83 kg). It has an adjustable EQ, which the JBL Xtreme 3 lacks. The catch: Not stereo, app is buggy.
Buy the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It is rated higher for sound quality, and saving $20.05 with the JBL Xtreme 3 does not make up for the sound-quality gap.
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A loud, waterproof stereo speaker with deep bass, balanced sound and a power bank for charging devices.
A compact speaker and wireless subwoofer pair with some of the most balanced sound available, a long battery and deep, impactful bass.
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Specifications Side By Side
| JBL Xtreme 3 | Minirig 4 with subwoofer | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $269.95 | $290 |
| Ranked | #18 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #5 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 53Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Latency | 133ms | 60ms |
| Maximum SPL | 105dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyBoost up to 100 speakers) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | Pointing up |
| TWS | Yes | Yes (Bluetooth or cable) |
| Weight | 4 lbs (1.83 kg) | 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) |
| App | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | Splash resistant |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 11.7” x 5.4” x 5.3” (298 x 136 x 134 mm) | 4” x 2.9” (101.6 x 73 mm) (diameter x height) |
| Drivers | 2x 70mm woofers, 2x 20mm tweeters | 70mm custom driver |
| Frequency Response | 53.5Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 100W | 50W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (detachable shoulder strap) | - |
| Aux Latency | - | 0ms |
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