Short answer: the Marshall Emberton II, though neither ranks well in its class. It ranks #126 of 177 medium speakers by sound quality (rated 2.7/5) at $114 and is still sold new; the Xdobo X8 ranks #158 (rated 2.3/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used. Both are rated below 3.0/5 among the 177 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 15 for the Xdobo X8. It is rated IP67 against IPX5 for the Xdobo X8. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Xdobo X8. Watch for: Strange unnatural echo-like sound coloration, bass not as deep as competitors.
The case for the Xdobo X8: A cheap splash resistant speaker that plays loud for background music outdoors, with aux and microSD playback. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Marshall Emberton II lacks. The tradeoff: The single full-range driver is the limitation.
Buy the Marshall Emberton II. It is rated higher for sound quality and still sold new, while the Xdobo X8 is discontinued.
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A tough waterproof speaker with Marshall styling, a very long battery and quick charging.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Emberton II | Xdobo X8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $114.00 | $35 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #126 of 177 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #158 of 177 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 62Hz | ~65Hz |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 15 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) | 1.9 lbs (860 g) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX5 |
| 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) | 8.7” x 3.7” x 2.8” (220 x 95 x 72 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 2” full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators | 66mm full-range driver |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (3 presets via app) | Yes (multiple modes) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Power Bank | No | - |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Amplifier Power | 20W | 60W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | No | - |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
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