Short answer: both are discontinued, so this only matters if you are buying used, though neither ranks well in its class. Used, the Philips NX200 is the better pick: it ranks #42 of 54 party speakers by sound quality (rated 2.7/5), against #44 (rated 2.5/5) for the Panasonic SC-TMAX5. Both are rated below 3.0/5 among the 54 party speakers, so if sound quality matters, consider the Onn XL Wireless Party Speaker instead, ranked #11 at $249.
The Philips NX200 is the battery-powered choice. A party speaker with music synced lights, karaoke features, two mic inputs and a guitar input, plus a built in battery. Its battery is rated for 14 hours, while the Panasonic SC-TMAX5 needs an outlet. The catch: No deep bass, mids are a little harsh.
The case for the Panasonic SC-TMAX5: A plug in stereo party speaker with a woofer and tweeter, Bluetooth, and an aux input for home use. The catch: Bass is limited by its ~57Hz specification.
Buy the Philips NX200 only if you find one used in good condition; both are discontinued, and it is the better rated of the two. For a new speaker, start with the Onn XL Wireless Party Speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Philips NX200 | Panasonic SC-TMAX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299 Discontinued | $249 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #42 of 54 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #44 of 54 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 4.2 |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~55Hz | ~57Hz |
| Battery Life | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) | No Battery |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Dimensions | 10.6” x 21.9” x 11.2” (268 x 556 x 285 mm) | 18.7” x 9.8” x 10.4” (475 x 250 x 265 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 5.25” woofers, 2x 2” tweeters | 160mm woofer, 50mm tweeter |
| EQ | No | No |
| IP Rating | None | None |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | Yes |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Weight | 17 lbs (7.7 kg) | 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 80W RMS | 150W RMS |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Strap | - | No |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Philips NX200: reviews by Jay’s Straight Up Reviews & More and Audio Mix7.
- Panasonic SC-TMAX5: reviews by JARA MIKE.
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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