Short answer: the Marshall Stockwell 2 for better sound quality, the LG Xboom Bounce for the lower price. The Marshall Stockwell 2 ranks #11 of 77 large speakers at $200. The LG Xboom Bounce ranks #30 at $119.99, $80.01 cheaper.
The case for the Marshall Stockwell 2: Possibly the most natural sounding Marshall speaker yet, with excellent off-axis performance. The catch: it’s not stereo, isn’t very loud, and its added DSP reverb may bother audio purists.
What the LG Xboom Bounce gets right: A unique spherical design, up to 30 hours of battery at 50% volume, IP67 plus MIL-STD-810H certification for impact, vibration, and temperature, multipoint pairing that stays connected to two devices, and LED lighting for extra flair. Set against that: bass extension doesn’t reach as deep as the top speakers, it’s overpriced, and its ranking may shift as better sound samples come in.
Buy the Marshall Stockwell 2 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the LG Xboom Bounce if the price matters more than sound quality.
If battery life is a priority, the LG Xboom Bounce is rated for 30 hours versus 20 hours for the Marshall Stockwell 2.
If water resistance matters to you, the LG Xboom Bounce at IP67 (brief submersion) holds up far better than the Marshall Stockwell 2 at IPX4 (splashing).
Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Stockwell 2 | LG Xboom Bounce | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $200 | $119.99 |
| Ranked | #11 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #30 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 44Hz | 54Hz |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | AAC, SBC |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IP67 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 50ms | - |
| Max Volume | 96dB | - |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | Partially (1 woofer) |
| TWS | No | No |
| Weight | 3.1 lbs / 1.4 kg | 2.9 lbs / 1.32 kg |
| App | No | Yes |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | - |
| Dimensions | 7.1" x 6.3" x 2.8" (180 x 161 x 70 mm) | 10.3" x 3.7" x 3.9" (261.6 x 94 x 99.1 mm) |
| Drivers | 3" woofer, 2x 2" fullrange tweeters | 63mm woofer + dual dome tweeters (Peerless) |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Output Power | 20W | 40W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Wifi | - | No |
The Two Speakers In Full
Marshall Stockwell 2: $200 Amazon
Pros: Possibly the most natural sounding Marshall speaker. Excellent off-axis.
Cons: Not stereo. Not very loud. Uses added DSP reverb which audio purists may find annoying.
Full Marshall Stockwell 2 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 44Hz |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 50ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 7.1" x 6.3" x 2.8" (180 x 161 x 70 mm) |
| Drivers | 3" woofer, 2x 2" fullrange tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX4 |
| Max Volume | 96dB |
| Output Power | 20W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 3.1 lbs / 1.4 kg |
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LG Xboom Bounce: $119.99 Amazon
Pros: Unique spherical design. Up to 30 hours battery at 50% volume. IP67 + MIL-STD-810H military certification for impact/vibration/temperature. Multipoint pairing stays connected to two devices. LED lights add flair.
Cons: Bass extension not as deep as the top speakers. Overpriced. This may move around in the rankings as we get better sound samples
Full LG Xboom Bounce review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 54Hz |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 10.3" x 3.7" x 3.9" (261.6 x 94 x 99.1 mm) |
| Drivers | 63mm woofer + dual dome tweeters (Peerless) |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Output Power | 40W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Partially (1 woofer) |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 2.9 lbs / 1.32 kg |
| Wifi | No |
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