Short answer: the LG Xboom Stage 301. It ranks #36 of 112 boombox speakers by sound quality (rated 3.7/5) at $229.99 and is still sold new; the Demerbox DB2 ranks #74 (rated 2.8/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The LG Xboom Stage 301 is the better-sounding pick. A wedge shaped karaoke speaker with a swappable battery and multiple standing positions. It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Demerbox DB2 lacks. It links with other speakers (Auracast), which the Demerbox DB2 cannot. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Demerbox DB2 lacks. Watch for: overpriced for what it is.
The Demerbox DB2 is the longer-running, lighter pick. A nearly indestructible waterproof speaker built from a Pelican case, with a 40 hour battery and dry storage. It is rated for 40 hours of battery against 12 for the LG Xboom Stage 301. At 5.4 lbs (2.47 kg) it weighs much less than the LG Xboom Stage 301 at 13.7 lbs (6.2 kg). It is rated IP67 against IPX4 for the LG Xboom Stage 301. Watch for: Bass is not as deep as better speakers.
Buy the LG Xboom Stage 301. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the Demerbox DB2 is discontinued, so it is only available used.
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A wedge shaped karaoke speaker with a swappable battery and multiple standing positions.
A nearly indestructible waterproof speaker built from a Pelican case, with a 40 hour battery and dry storage.
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Specifications Side By Side
| LG Xboom Stage 301 | Demerbox DB2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $229.99 | $400 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #36 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #74 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 43Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IP67 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | No |
| Stereo | Partially (1 woofer) | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Weight | 13.7 lbs (6.2 kg) | 5.4 lbs (2.47 kg) |
| App | Yes (LG Xboom app) | No |
| EQ | Yes (App EQ) | No |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | AC Power brick |
| Amplifier Power | 120W | 22W RMS |
| Dimensions | 8.7” x 3.1” x 3.5” (220 x 80 x 90 mm) | 10.6” x 9.7” x 6.9” (270 x 246 x 175 mm) |
| Drivers | 6.5” woofer + dual 2.5” midrange drivers (Peerless) | 2x 3” (76mm) aluminum cone full-range drivers |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | - |
| Strap | No | - |
| FM Tuner | - | No |
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