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 Stockwell II ranks #11, rated 4.5/5, at $229.99, $60.01 cheaper, not enough of a saving to outweigh the sound-quality gap.
The case for the Marshall Stockwell II: A light, strap equipped speaker with some of the most natural sound around, even off to the side, and a long battery. The catch: Bass is limited by its 44Hz specification.
The Minirig 4 with subwoofer is the longer-running option. A compact speaker and wireless subwoofer pair with some of the most balanced sound available, a long battery and deep, impactful bass. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 20 for the Marshall Stockwell II. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Marshall Stockwell II lacks. The catch: Not stereo, app is buggy.
Buy the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It is rated higher for sound quality, and saving $60.01 with the Marshall Stockwell II does not make up for the sound-quality gap.
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A light, strap equipped speaker with some of the most natural sound around, even off to the side, and a long battery.
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 Stockwell II | Minirig 4 with subwoofer | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $229.99 | $290 |
| Ranked | #11 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #5 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 44Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | Splash resistant |
| Bluetooth Latency | 50ms | 60ms |
| Maximum SPL | 96dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | Pointing up |
| TWS | No | Yes (Bluetooth or cable) |
| Weight | 3.1 lbs (1.4 kg) | 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) |
| App | No | Yes |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-C) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 7.1” x 6.3” x 2.8” (180 x 161 x 70 mm) | 4” x 2.9” (101.6 x 73 mm) (diameter x height) |
| Drivers | 3” woofer, 2x 2” fullrange tweeters | 70mm custom driver |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 20W | 50W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in strap) | - |
| Aux Latency | - | 0ms |
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