Short answer: the Marshall Woburn I for the higher ranking, the Marshall Stanmore III for the lower price. The Marshall Woburn I ranks #6 of 13 powered desktop speakers at $500. The Marshall Stanmore III ranks #8 at $249.99, $250.01 cheaper.
One note: the Marshall Woburn I is discontinued, but it still ranks #6 of 13 powered desktop speakers, ahead of most of what is still sold new, so it is worth considering used.
Buy the Marshall Stanmore III if the price matters more than the ranking. Buy the Marshall Woburn I if the ranking matters more than the price.
Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Stanmore III | Marshall Woburn I | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249.99 | $500 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #8 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers | #6 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | No Battery | No Battery |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, aptX |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 4.0 |
| Dimensions | 13.78" x 7.87" x 7.32" (350 x 203 x 188 mm) | 15.75" x 12.13" x 7.87" (400 x 308 x 200 mm) |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble) | Yes (Bass/Treble) |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None | None |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, RCA, Aux | Bluetooth, RCA, Aux |
| Drivers | 5" (midrange/woofer), 1x 5" midrange, 2x 0.75" Dome tweeters | 2x 5.25" woofers, Integrated in woofers midrange, 2x 1" tweeters |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | - |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Partially (1 woofer) | Yes |
| TWS | No | No |
| Weight | 9.7 lbs / 4.4 kg | 17.4 lbs / 7.9 kg |
| Wifi | No | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | Ported | Ported |
| Output Power | 80W (Woofer: 50W, Tweeters: 2x15W) | 90W |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | ~50Hz |
| Discontinued | - | Yes |
The Two Speakers In Full
Marshall Stanmore III: $249.99 Amazon
Cons: Not as good sounding as the Stanmore II. Not enough bass. Distorts at higher volumes.
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 |
| Dimensions | 13.78" x 7.87" x 7.32" (350 x 203 x 188 mm) |
| Drivers | 5" (midrange/woofer), 1x 5" midrange, 2x 0.75" Dome tweeters |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble) |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, RCA, Aux |
| Output Power | 80W (Woofer: 50W, Tweeters: 2x15W) |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Partially (1 woofer) |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 9.7 lbs / 4.4 kg |
| Wifi | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | Ported |
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Marshall Woburn I: $500 Discontinued
Cons: Peaky midrange, treble rolloff. Not as deep bass as others in the class. Discontinued.
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~50Hz |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
| Dimensions | 15.75" x 12.13" x 7.87" (400 x 308 x 200 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 5.25" woofers, Integrated in woofers midrange, 2x 1" tweeters |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble) |
| Frequency Response | 30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, RCA, Aux |
| Output Power | 90W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 17.4 lbs / 7.9 kg |
| Wifi | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | Ported |
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