Short answer: it depends on whether you need a PA or a party speaker. The Bose S1 Pro+ packs a three-channel mixer with auto EQ, wireless transmitter docking and high-efficiency drivers reaching 2-3x typical volume for the wattage, but full-range music distorts above about two-thirds volume since it is designed more for voice amplification than music playback. The Onn Large Party gen 2 costs far less with karaoke mic and guitar inputs and wheels built in, though Consumer Reports found its bass boomy and treble smeared with no app or EQ.
S1 Pro+ packs a three-channel mixer with auto EQ, wireless transmitter docking and high-efficiency drivers reaching 2-3x typical volume for the wattage, but full-range music distorts above about two-thirds volume since it’s designed more for voice amplification than music playback.
Onn Large Party gen 2 costs far less with karaoke mic/guitar inputs and wheels built in, though Consumer Reports found its bass boomy and treble smeared with no app or EQ.
Buy the Bose S1 Pro+ if you need a professional PA and mixer for performers or presenters. Buy the Onn Large Party gen 2 for straightforward budget party and karaoke use.
Water resistance is not close: the Onn Large Party gen 2 is rated at IPX4 (splashing), well ahead of the Bose S1 Pro+ at no water resistance.
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A budget party speaker on wheels with real bass impact, karaoke inputs and an FM radio.
A compact, light battery PA speaker that is very loud for its size, with a three channel mixer and Auto EQ for any placement.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Onn Large Party gen 2 | Bose S1 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129 | $699.00 |
| Ranked | #17 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #6 of 17 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 11 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| FM Tuner | Yes | - |
| Guitar Input | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | None |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with echo effect) | Yes |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Sync Mode) | Yes (Bose Party mode) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Partially | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Weight | 20.9 lbs (9.5 kg) | 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | AAC, SBC |
| App | No | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Drivers | Dual 8” (203mm) woofers + dual tweeters | 1x 6” (152mm) woofer + 3x 2.25” (57mm) tweeters |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Wheels | Yes | - |
| Dimensions | 22.5”H x 11.6”W x 11.8”D (571 x 295 x 300 mm) | 13.1” x 9.4” x 11” (332.7 x 238.8 x 279.4 mm) |
| Amplifier Power | 160W RMS (640W peak) | 150W |
| Strap | No | - |
| Passive | - | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 55Hz |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.0 |
| Charging Time | - | 5 hours |
| Inputs | - | 2x XLR/6.3mm combo (mic/line/instrument), 6.3mm line, 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| XLR Input | - | Yes |
| Maximum SPL | - | 109dB |
| Configuration | - | Battery-powered 2-way active PA |
| Cabinet Material | - | Polypropylene |
| Rigging | - | 35mm pole mount; multi-position cabinet |
| DSP | - | 3-channel mixer with EQ, reverb and Auto EQ |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | - | 62Hz |
| Coverage | - | 120° H x 50° V |
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