Short answer: the Marshall Tufton for better sound quality, the ION Pathfinder 320 for the lower price, though neither ranks well in its class. The Marshall Tufton ranks #89 of 113 boombox speakers, rated 2.4/5, at $474.95. The ION Pathfinder 320 ranks #100, rated 2.2/5, at $129.99, $344.96 cheaper. Both are rated below 3.0/5 among the 113 boombox speakers, so if sound quality matters, consider the Tribit Stormbox Blast instead, ranked #2 at $199.99.
The Marshall Tufton is the lighter option. A classic Marshall styled boombox with a long battery, quick charging and sturdy construction that spreads sound all around. At 10.8 lbs (4.9 kg) it weighs much less than the ION Pathfinder 320 at 22.7 lbs (10.3 kg). The tradeoff: Not much lower bass, upper bass boomy, boosted treble, not very balanced overall.
The ION Pathfinder 320 is the longer-running, tougher option. A wheeled party speaker with an enormous battery, splash resistance, FM radio and ports for charging phones. It is rated for 100 hours of battery against 20 for the Marshall Tufton. It is rated IPX5 against IPX2 for the Marshall Tufton. The tradeoff: Bass is not as deep as competitors.
Buy the Marshall Tufton when sound quality outweighs the price for you, and the ION Pathfinder 320 when the price outweighs sound quality instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Tufton | ION Pathfinder 320 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $474.95 | $129.99 |
| Ranked | #89 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #100 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| 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 |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 10.8 lbs (4.9 kg) | 22.7 lbs (10.3 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| 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 |
| Amplifier 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 |
| Strap | Yes (built-in strap) | - |
| FM Tuner | - | Yes |
| Microphone Input | - | No |
| Wheels | - | Yes |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Marshall Tufton: reviews by Danny Pops.
- ION Pathfinder 320: reviews by King Vegeta.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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