These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The Minirig 4 with subwoofer ranks #5 of 120 large speakers by sound quality at $290; the JBL Boombox 4 ranks #20 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality at $549.95.
The Minirig 4 with subwoofer is the lighter choice. A compact speaker and wireless subwoofer pair with some of the most balanced sound available, a long battery and deep, impactful bass. At 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) it weighs much less than the JBL Boombox 4 at 13.2 lbs (5.98 kg). It keeps a wired aux input, which the JBL Boombox 4 lacks. The catch: Not stereo, app is buggy.
The JBL Boombox 4 is the tougher option. An extremely loud boombox for its size with fully waterproof, dustproof build, a long battery and a flexible app EQ. It is rated IP68 against Splash resistant for the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Minirig 4 with subwoofer lacks. It links with other speakers (Auracast), which the Minirig 4 with subwoofer cannot. The tradeoff: Pretty overpriced for the category.
Buy the Minirig 4 with subwoofer at $290 if you want a large speaker. Buy the JBL Boombox 4 at $549.95 if you want a boombox speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Minirig 4 with subwoofer | JBL Boombox 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $290 | $549.95 |
| Ranked | #5 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #20 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | No |
| Aux Latency | 0ms | - |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 28 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | Yes (7 band) |
| IP Rating | Splash resistant | IP68 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 60ms | AAC 144ms, SBC 48ms |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | Yes (USB-C, up to 30W) |
| Power Input | USB-C | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | No |
| TWS | Yes (Bluetooth or cable) | Yes |
| Weight | 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) | 13.2 lbs (5.98 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, LC3, AAC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Auracast) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.4 |
| Dimensions | 4” x 2.9” (101.6 x 73 mm) (diameter x height) | 20.1” x 10.2” x 8.3” (510 x 260 x 210 mm) |
| Drivers | 70mm custom driver | 2x 123mm woofers + 2x 20mm tweeters with passive radiators |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Amplifier Power | 50W | 210W AC / 200W battery |
| Digital Aux Input | No | Yes (USB-C) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 41Hz |
| Maximum SPL | - | 115dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Removable Battery | - | Yes |
| USB Playback | - | No |
| FM Tuner | - | No |
| Microphone Input | - | No |
| MicroSD Playback | - | No |
| Strap | - | No |
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