Short answer: the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It ranks #5 of 115 large speakers by sound quality, rated 4.6/5, at $290. The Marshall Middleton II ranks #31, rated 4.1/5, at $279.99, $10.01 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The Marshall Middleton II is the tougher choice. A waterproof stereo speaker with very deep bass for its size, a long battery, a power bank and an app EQ. It is rated IP67 against Splash resistant for the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It links with other speakers (Marshall Stack), which the Minirig 4 with subwoofer cannot. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. The catch: Bass boosted which drowns out the midrange.
The Minirig 4 with subwoofer is the better-sounding, lighter option. A compact speaker and wireless subwoofer pair with some of the most balanced sound available, a long battery and deep, impactful bass. At 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the Marshall Middleton II at 4 lbs (1.8 kg). The tradeoff: Not stereo, app is buggy.
Buy the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It is rated higher for sound quality, and saving $10.01 with the Marshall Middleton II does not make up for the sound-quality gap.
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A waterproof stereo speaker with very deep bass for its size, a long battery, a power bank and an app EQ.
A compact speaker and wireless subwoofer pair with some of the most balanced sound available, a long battery and deep, impactful bass.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Middleton II | Minirig 4 with subwoofer | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $279.99 | $290 |
| Ranked | #31 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #5 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 38Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (5 band) | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 | Splash resistant |
| Party Mode | Yes (Marshall Stack) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Weight | 4 lbs (1.8 kg) | 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | Pointing up |
| TWS | Yes | Yes (Bluetooth or cable) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 9.1” x 3.9” x 4.3” (230 x 98 x 110 mm) | 4” x 2.9” (101.6 x 73 mm) (diameter x height) |
| Drivers | 2x 75mm woofers, 2x 0.625” tweeters + 2x passive radiators | 70mm custom driver |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 80W | 50W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (detachable strap) | - |
| Aux Latency | - | 0ms |
| Bluetooth Latency | - | 60ms |
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