Short answer: the Marshall Emberton II, though neither ranks well in its class. It ranks #127 of 179 medium speakers by sound quality, rated 2.7/5, at $151.99. The Skullcandy Terrain XT ranks #170, rated 2.1/5, at $59.99, $92 cheaper, a saving that is not big enough to make up the sound-quality gap. 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 pick. A tough waterproof speaker with Marshall styling, a very long battery and quick charging. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 14 for the Skullcandy Terrain XT. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Skullcandy Terrain XT lacks. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Skullcandy Terrain XT. The tradeoff: Strange unnatural echo-like sound coloration, bass not as deep as competitors.
Why pick the Skullcandy Terrain XT: A waterproof speaker with a wrist wrap for carrying and pairing with other Skullcandy speakers. Watch for: Shares the Terrain line’s tuning: no bass, very rolled off treble, and distortion in the treble.
Buy the Marshall Emberton II. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $92 you would save on the Skullcandy Terrain XT does not close the gap.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Emberton II | Skullcandy Terrain XT | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $151.99 | $59.99 |
| Ranked | #127 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #170 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 62Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Latency | 80ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 88dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 90dB SPL (Manufacturer specified) |
| Party Mode | Yes (Marshall Stack) | Yes (SKDY Multi-Link, up to 99 speakers) |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs (700 g) | 1.6 lbs (720 g) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX7 |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Dimensions | 6.3” x 2.7” x 3” (160 x 68 x 76 mm) | 3.1” x 3.1” x 6.3” (79 x 79 x 160 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 2” full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators | 2x 48mm drivers + passive radiators |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (3 presets via app) | No |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Power Bank | No | - |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 20W | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | No | Yes (wrist strap) |
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