Short answer: the Marshall Emberton II on measured sound quality, the Skullcandy Terrain on 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 Skullcandy Terrain ranks #169, rated 2.1/5, at $49.93, $102.06 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 14 for the Skullcandy Terrain. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Skullcandy Terrain lacks. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Skullcandy Terrain. Watch for: Strange unnatural echo-like sound coloration, bass not as deep as competitors.
The Skullcandy Terrain is the lighter pick. A waterproof speaker with a wrist wrap for carrying and pairing with other Skullcandy speakers. At 1 lbs (458 g) it weighs noticeably less than the Marshall Emberton II at 1.5 lbs (700 g). Watch for: No bass, very rolled off treble.
Buy the Marshall Emberton II if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Skullcandy Terrain if the price matters more than sound quality.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Emberton II | Skullcandy Terrain | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $151.99 | $49.93 |
| Ranked | #127 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #169 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 lbs (458 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) | 6.3” x 3.1” x 3.1” (160 x 79 x 79 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 | 2 x 6W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | No | Yes (wrist strap) |
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