Short answer: the Marshall Woburn I for better sound quality, the Marshall Acton III for the lower price. The Marshall Woburn I ranks #6 of 13 powered desktop speakers at $500. The Marshall Acton III ranks #9 at $227.44, $272.56 cheaper.
What the Marshall Woburn I offers: Rated 4.2 out of 5 in its category. Watch for: Peaky midrange, treble rolloff.
What the Marshall Acton III offers: Rated 3.8 out of 5 in its category. Watch for: Not as deep bass as competitors.
Buy the Marshall Woburn I if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Marshall Acton III if the price matters more than sound quality.
Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Woburn I | Marshall Acton III | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $500 Discontinued | $227.44 |
| Ranked | #6 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers | #9 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~50Hz | - |
| Battery Life | No Battery | No Battery |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | - |
| Weight | 17.4 lbs / 7.9 kg | 6.3 lbs / 2.85 kg |
| App | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 5.2 |
| Dimensions | 15.7" x 12.1" x 7.9" (400 x 308 x 200 mm) | 10.2" x 6.7" x 5.9" (260 x 170 x 150 mm) |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble) | Yes (Bass/Treble) |
| Frequency Response | 30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 45Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None | None |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, RCA, Aux | Bluetooth, Aux |
| Drivers | 2x 5.25" woofers, Integrated in woofers midrange, 2x 1" tweeters | 4" (midrange/woofer), 1x 4" midrange, 2x 0.75" Dome tweeters |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Stereo | Yes | Partially (1 woofer) |
| TWS | No | No |
| Wifi | No | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported | ported |
| Output Power | 90W | 60W (Woofer: 30W, Tweeters: 2x15W) |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Power Bank | - | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Marshall Woburn I: $500 Discontinued
Cons: Peaky midrange, treble rolloff. Not as deep bass as others in the class. Discontinued.
Full Marshall Woburn I review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~50Hz |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
| Dimensions | 15.7" x 12.1" x 7.9" (400 x 308 x 200 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 5.25" woofers, Integrated in woofers midrange, 2x 1" tweeters |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble) |
| Frequency Response | 30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, RCA, Aux |
| Output Power | 90W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 17.4 lbs / 7.9 kg |
| Wifi | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported |
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Marshall Acton III: $227.44 Amazon
Cons: Not as deep bass as competitors.
Full Marshall Acton III review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 |
| Dimensions | 10.2" x 6.7" x 5.9" (260 x 170 x 150 mm) |
| Drivers | 4" (midrange/woofer), 1x 4" midrange, 2x 0.75" Dome tweeters |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble) |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, Aux |
| Output Power | 60W (Woofer: 30W, Tweeters: 2x15W) |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Stereo | Partially (1 woofer) |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 6.3 lbs / 2.85 kg |
| Wifi | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported |
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