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 Turtlebox Gen 3 ranks #105 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality at $430.
The Minirig 4 with subwoofer is the lighter pick. 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 Turtlebox Gen 3 at 10 lbs (4.54 kg). It has an adjustable EQ, which the Turtlebox Gen 3 lacks. Watch for: Not stereo, app is buggy.
The Turtlebox Gen 3 is the tougher choice. A loud, waterproof and crushproof outdoor speaker with a big battery, device charging and party mode linking. It is rated IP67 against Splash resistant for the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It links with other speakers (Turtlebox Party Mode), which the Minirig 4 with subwoofer cannot. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. Watch for: Sounds basically identical to the original and the Turtlebox Gen 2: each generation mainly added features, not sound quality.
Buy the Minirig 4 with subwoofer at $290 if you want a large speaker. Buy the Turtlebox Gen 3 at $430 if you want a boombox speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Minirig 4 with subwoofer | Turtlebox Gen 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $290 | $430.00 |
| Ranked | #5 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #105 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 0ms | - |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 25 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| IP Rating | Splash resistant | IP67 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 60ms | - |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C | DC Barrel Connector (15V/3A) |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | No |
| TWS | Yes (Bluetooth or cable) | Yes |
| Weight | 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) | 10 lbs (4.54 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Turtlebox Party Mode) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.4 |
| Dimensions | 4” x 2.9” (101.6 x 73 mm) (diameter x height) | 12” x 7” x 8.7” (305 x 178 x 222 mm) |
| Drivers | 70mm custom driver | 1x 6x9” (152x228mm) woofer + 1x 1” (25mm) tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Amplifier Power | 50W | 50W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | ~65Hz |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| USB Playback | - | No |
| Strap | - | No |
| Microphone Input | - | Yes (3.5mm) |
| Battery Capacity | - | 85Wh |
| Maximum SPL | - | 102dB (measured by Williston Audio Labs) |
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