Short answer: the Mackie Thump Go for XLR inputs, the Onn Large Party gen 2 on price. The Thump Go pairs an 8-inch woofer and compression driver with a built-in mixer and two XLR/TRS combo inputs for a balanced sound, though our notes flag a battery latch and top handle that can break, plus bass that isn’t especially deep. The Onn costs far less with its own karaoke mic and guitar inputs and wheels, though Consumer Reports found its bass boomy and treble smeared with no app or EQ.
Thump Go pairs an 8” woofer and compression driver with a built-in mixer and two XLR/TRS combo inputs, delivering a balanced sound, though our notes flag a battery latch and top handle that can break, plus bass that isn’t especially deep.
Onn Large Party gen 2 costs far less with its own karaoke mic/guitar inputs and wheels, though Consumer Reports found its bass boomy and treble smeared with no app or EQ.
Buy the Mackie Thump Go if you need XLR inputs for mics or instruments and portability. Buy the Onn Large Party gen 2 for a lower price and simpler karaoke basics.
There is a real gap in water resistance: the Onn Large Party gen 2 at IPX4 (splashing) against the Mackie Thump Go, which has no water resistance.
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A budget party speaker on wheels with real bass impact, karaoke inputs and an FM radio.
A light battery PA speaker with a built in mixer and swappable battery, built for loud small gigs.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Onn Large Party gen 2 | Mackie Thump Go | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129 | $449.99 |
| Ranked | #17 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #8 of 17 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 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) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | - |
| Stereo | Partially | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Weight | 20.9 lbs (9.5 kg) | 17.6 lbs (8 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| App | No | Yes |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| TWS | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Drivers | Dual 8” (203mm) woofers + dual tweeters | 8” woofer, 1” compression driver |
| 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) | 18” x 9.1” x 11.2” (457 x 230 x 285 mm) |
| Amplifier Power | 160W RMS (640W peak) | 200W |
| Strap | No | - |
| Passive | - | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 50Hz |
| Inputs | - | 2x XLR/TRS combo (mic/line), 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| XLR Input | - | Yes |
| Maximum SPL | - | 115dB |
| Configuration | - | Battery-powered 2-way active PA |
| Cabinet Material | - | Polypropylene |
| Rigging | - | 35mm pole mount; monitor wedge |
| Coverage | - | 90° H x 60° V |
| DSP | - | Feedback eliminator, Music Duck and voicing modes |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | - | 57Hz |
| Frequency Response | - | 57Hz - 20kHz (-3dB, Manufacturer specified) |
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