Short answer: the Marshall Tufton for better sound quality, the ION Pathfinder 320 for the lower price. The Marshall Tufton ranks #60 of 73 boombox speakers at $450. The ION Pathfinder 320 ranks #65 at $129.99, $320.01 cheaper.
What the Marshall Tufton offers: 20 hour battery life; 2.5 hour full charge, or 20-min quick-charge for 4 hours of play. Watch for: Not much lower bass, upper bass boomy, boosted treble, not very balanced overall.
What the ION Pathfinder 320 offers: 100 hour battery at low-moderate volume. Watch for: Bass is not as deep as competitors.
Buy the Marshall Tufton if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the ION Pathfinder 320 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip both of these and look higher up the 73 boombox speakers instead.
If battery life is a priority, the ION Pathfinder 320 is rated for 100 hours versus 20 hours for the Marshall Tufton.
If water resistance matters to you, the ION Pathfinder 320 at IPX5 (water jets) holds up far better than the Marshall Tufton at IPX2 (light drips).
Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Tufton | ION Pathfinder 320 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $450 | $129.99 |
| Ranked | #60 of 73 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #65 of 73 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 42Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 100 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX2 | IPX5 |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Weight | 10.8 lbs / 4.9 kg | 22.7 lbs / 10.3 kg |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| App | No | No |
| EQ | Yes (hidden bass and treble adjustment) | Yes (High/Low frequency) |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-A) |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Output Power | 80W | 200W |
| Dimensions | 9" x 6.4" x 13.8" (229.1 x 163.1 x 350 mm) | 15.1" x 10.4" x 19.4" (383.5 x 264.2 x 492.8 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 5.25" woofer + 2x 2" full-range + 1x 16mm tweeter | 2x 4" (102mm) drivers |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| FM Tuner | - | Yes |
| Microphone Input | - | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Marshall Tufton: $450 Amazon
Pros: 20 hour battery life; 2.5 hour full charge, or 20-min quick-charge for 4 hours of play. 3-way speaker design covers full frequency range in 360°. Sturdy construction with IPX2 rating.
Cons: Not much lower bass, upper bass boomy, boosted treble, not very balanced overall. Not as loud as others in the class. Very low water rating
Full Marshall Tufton review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 42Hz |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 9" x 6.4" x 13.8" (229.1 x 163.1 x 350 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 5.25" woofer + 2x 2" full-range + 1x 16mm tweeter |
| EQ | Yes (hidden bass and treble adjustment) |
| IP Rating | IPX2 |
| Output Power | 80W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 10.8 lbs / 4.9 kg |
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ION Pathfinder 320: $129.99 Amazon
Pros: 100 hour battery at low-moderate volume. 200W 5-speaker system (8” woofer, two 1” tweeters, two 3” drivers). Built-in wheels and pull-out handle. Two USB charge ports. IPX5 water-resistant. FM radio with 16 presets.
Cons: Bass is not as deep as competitors. Very heavy. Poor water rating.
Full ION Pathfinder 320 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 100 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 15.1" x 10.4" x 19.4" (383.5 x 264.2 x 492.8 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 4" (102mm) drivers |
| EQ | Yes (High/Low frequency) |
| FM Tuner | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX5 |
| Microphone Input | No |
| Output Power | 200W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes |
| Weight | 22.7 lbs / 10.3 kg |
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