Short answer: the Marshall Emberton II for better sound quality, the DOSS Soundbox Pro for the lower price, though neither ranks well in its class. The Marshall Emberton II ranks #127 of 179 medium speakers, rated 2.7/5, at $151.99. The DOSS Soundbox Pro ranks #171, rated 2.1/5, at $29.99, $122 cheaper. Both are rated below 3.0/5 among the 179 medium speakers; for better sound, the EarFun Uboom L ranks #2 at $49.79.
The Marshall Emberton II is the better-sounding, longer-running option. A tough waterproof speaker with Marshall styling, a very long battery and quick charging. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 20 for the DOSS Soundbox Pro. It charges over USB-C rather than Micro USB. Watch for: Strange unnatural echo-like sound coloration, bass not as deep as competitors.
The DOSS Soundbox Pro is the lighter pick. An inexpensive water resistant stereo speaker with an extra bass button, LED lights, a long rated battery and an aux input. At 1.2 lbs (558 g) it weighs noticeably less than the Marshall Emberton II at 1.5 lbs (700 g). It keeps a wired aux input, which the Marshall Emberton II lacks. The catch: Barely any bass.
Buy the Marshall Emberton II if sound quality is the priority over the price, or the DOSS Soundbox Pro if the price is the priority over sound quality.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Emberton II | DOSS Soundbox Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $151.99 | $29.99 |
| Ranked | #127 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #171 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 62Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Latency | 80ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 88dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Marshall Stack) | - |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs (700 g) | 1.2 lbs (558 g) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX6 |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| Dimensions | 6.3” x 2.7” x 3” (160 x 68 x 76 mm) | 7.8” x 3” x 3” (197 x 75 x 75 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 2” full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators | 52mm dual woofers + passive radiators |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (3 presets via app) | Yes (extra bass button) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | Micro USB |
| Power Bank | No | - |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Amplifier Power | 20W | 20W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | No | - |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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