Short answer: the Minirig 4 with subwoofer, if you are buying new. The Minirig 3 with subwoofer ranks higher than the Teufel Rockster Cross (#6 vs #23 of 120 large speakers) but is discontinued; its replacement, the Minirig 4 with subwoofer, is rated 4.6/5 at $290 and is still sold new.
The Minirig 3 with subwoofer is the better-sounding, longer-running option. A compact speaker and subwoofer pair with very balanced sound and a long battery, now discontinued but worth buying used. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 16 for the Teufel Rockster Cross. At 3.1 lbs (1.42 kg) it weighs much less than the Teufel Rockster Cross at 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg). It has an adjustable EQ, which the Teufel Rockster Cross lacks. Watch for: Not stereo, app is buggy.
What the Teufel Rockster Cross does well: A splash resistant speaker with fairly neutral, vocal focused sound and punchy, controlled bass that suits rock and jazz. It supports aptX Bluetooth, which the Minirig 3 with subwoofer lacks. The tradeoff: Outdoor mode can sound somewhat harsh due to the 4kHz peak.
Buy the Minirig 4 with subwoofer, the replacement for the discontinued Minirig 3 with subwoofer; it is rated higher for sound quality than the Teufel Rockster Cross.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Minirig 3 with subwoofer | Teufel Rockster Cross | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $260 Discontinued | $199.99 |
| Ranked | #6 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #23 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 1ms | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 47Hz | 51Hz |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| IP Rating | Splash resistant | IPX5 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 60ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 103dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | Proprietary USB cable | DC barrel jack |
| Stereo | No | Partially |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | No |
| TWS | Yes (Bluetooth or cable) | Yes |
| Weight | 3.1 lbs (1.42 kg) | 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, aptX |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 4” x 2.9” (101.6 x 73 mm) (diameter x height) | 15” x 6.3” x 5.1” (380 x 160 x 130 mm) |
| Drivers | 70mm custom driver | 5” woofer, 2x textile dome tweeters + 2x passive radiators |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 40W | 30W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | - | Yes (detachable shoulder strap) |
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