Short answer: the Marshall Willen for better sound quality, the Tribit PocketGo for the lower price. The Marshall Willen ranks #14 of 47 small speakers at $120. The Tribit PocketGo ranks #27 at $20.99, $99.01 cheaper.
What the Marshall Willen offers: Exceptionally clear vocals for a mono speaker. Solid, durable build with IP67 water/dust resistance. The catch: Not that deep of bass. A bit of a sharp treble.
On the Tribit PocketGo side: Fuller low end than the JBL Go 5, despite the JBL’s clearer, more typical JBL sound. Watch for: Battery life isn’t the biggest for this speaker class. JBL Go 5 has better build quality plus lightshow, Auracast, and AirTouch.
Buy the Marshall Willen if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Tribit PocketGo if the price matters more than sound quality.
Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Willen | Tribit PocketGo | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $120 Discontinued | $20.99 |
| Ranked | #14 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #27 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes (Tribit app) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 75Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | Yes | Yes (6 presets + custom) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP68 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Marshall Stack) | No |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | Pointing up |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs / 309 g | 0.5 lbs / 220 g |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 6.0 |
| Drivers | 2" (51mm) full-range with dual passive radiators | 1x 45mm full-range driver |
| Dimensions | 4" x 1.5" x 4" (101 x 39 x 101 mm) | 4.3" x 3.2" x 1.7" (108 x 81 x 42 mm) |
| Output Power | 10W | 7W |
| Discontinued | Yes | No |
| Max Volume | 88dB | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Frequency Response | - | 80Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Charging Time | - | 3 hours |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Marshall Willen: $120 Discontinued Amazon
Pros: Exceptionally clear vocals for a mono speaker. Solid, durable build with IP67 water/dust resistance. Extremely compact - fits in a back pocket.
Cons: Not that deep of bass. A bit of a sharp treble. Discontinued.
Full Marshall Willen review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 75Hz |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 4" x 1.5" x 4" (101 x 39 x 101 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2" (51mm) full-range with dual passive radiators |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 88dB |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Output Power | 10W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Marshall Stack) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs / 309 g |
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Tribit PocketGo: $20.99 Amazon
Pros: Fuller low end than the JBL Go 5, despite the JBL’s clearer, more typical JBL sound. Costs about half the price of the JBL Go 5. Can stand, hang from its loop, or lay flat on its feet for flexible placement. About on par with the Soundcore Select 4 Go, and a touch louder at lower volumes. App support with signature EQ and customization.
Cons: Battery life isn’t the biggest for this speaker class. JBL Go 5 has better build quality plus lightshow, Auracast, and AirTouch. Loses more bass than the Soundcore Select 4 Go at maximum volume. Slightly nasal quality to the sound.
Full Tribit PocketGo review and specifications →
| App | Yes (Tribit app) |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 3 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 4.3" x 3.2" x 1.7" (108 x 81 x 42 mm) |
| Discontinued | No |
| Drivers | 1x 45mm full-range driver |
| EQ | Yes (6 presets + custom) |
| Frequency Response | 80Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Output Power | 7W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.5 lbs / 220 g |
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