Short answer: the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It ranks #5 of 126 large speakers by sound quality, rated 4.6/5, at $290. The Marshall Middleton ranks #33, rated 4.0/5, at $257.52, $32.48 cheaper, not enough of a saving to outweigh the sound-quality gap.
The Minirig 4 with subwoofer is the better-sounding, longer-running option. A compact speaker and wireless subwoofer pair with some of the most balanced sound available, a long battery and deep, impactful bass. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 20 for the Marshall Middleton. At 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the Marshall Middleton at 4 lbs (1.8 kg). It has an adjustable EQ, which the Marshall Middleton lacks. Watch for: Not stereo, app is buggy.
The Marshall Middleton is the tougher option. A waterproof stereo speaker with very deep bass for its size, a long battery, a power bank and a detachable strap. It is rated IPX7 against Splash resistant for the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It links with other speakers (Marshall Stack), which the Minirig 4 with subwoofer cannot. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. Watch for: 5db dip at 1.7kHz and 6.3kHz.
Buy the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $32.48 saving on the Marshall Middleton is not enough to make up the difference.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Minirig 4 with subwoofer | Marshall Middleton | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $290 | $257.52 |
| Ranked | #5 of 126 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #33 of 126 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 0ms | - |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| IP Rating | Splash resistant | IPX7 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 60ms | - |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | No |
| TWS | Yes (Bluetooth or cable) | Yes |
| Weight | 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) | 4 lbs (1.8 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Marshall Stack) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.1 |
| Dimensions | 4” x 2.9” (101.6 x 73 mm) (diameter x height) | 9.1” x 3.7” x 4.3” (230 x 95 x 109 mm) |
| Drivers | 70mm custom driver | 2x 75mm woofers, 2x 0.625” tweeters + 2x passive radiators |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 50W | 50W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 39Hz |
| Maximum SPL | - | 99dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Strap | - | Yes (detachable strap) |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Minirig 4 with subwoofer: reviews by Joy & Oluv’Sone, Alan Ross and Beautiful Zar DJ.
- Marshall Middleton: reviews by Oluv, Alan Ross and Mateusz Cholewa.
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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