Short answer: the Sharp PS-929. It ranks #43 of 50 party speakers by sound quality at $150; the Soundcore Rave ranks #45 and costs $220, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
What the Sharp PS-929 offers: 180W power with TWS capability to pair two units. Watch for: Not very deep bass
What the Soundcore Rave offers: 20,000mAh battery for 24-hour claimed playtime. Watch for: Pretty big lack of deep bass, treble rolled off
Buy the Sharp PS-929. It ranks higher for sound quality than the Soundcore Rave and costs less, so there is no real case for the other one.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip both of these and look higher up the 50 party speakers instead.
If battery life is a priority, the Soundcore Rave is rated for 24 hours versus 13 hours for the Sharp PS-929.
Specifications Side By Side
| Sharp PS-929 | Soundcore Rave | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $150 | $220 |
| Ranked | #43 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #45 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~60Hz | ~60Hz |
| Battery Life | 13 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | - |
| Dimensions | 10.2" x 11" x 22" (260 x 280 x 560 mm) | - |
| Drivers | 2x 6.5" woofers, 2x 2" tweeters | 60W: Multiple drivers + passive radiators |
| EQ | No | No |
| IP Rating | None | None |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No | Yes |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| TWS | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Weight | 19 lbs / 8.6 kg | 21.6 lbs / 9.8 kg |
| Output Power | 50W RMS | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Sharp PS-929: $150 Sharp
Pros: 180W power with TWS capability to pair two units. 13-hour battery life. Rich, club-style bass, press Super Bass button for increased low-frequency power. LED flash lighting. Bluetooth wireless, auxiliary input, mic/guitar inputs, two USB ports. Wired microphone included. Vertical or horizontal positioning with built-in transport handle.
Cons: Not very deep bass
Full Sharp PS-929 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~60Hz |
| Battery Life | 13 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 10.2" x 11" x 22" (260 x 280 x 560 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 6.5" woofers, 2x 2" tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Output Power | 50W RMS |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 19 lbs / 8.6 kg |
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Soundcore Rave: $220 Soundcore
Pros: 20,000mAh battery for 24-hour claimed playtime. Booming bass and crisp vocals with colorful LED light show. IPX4 waterproof design for poolside/beach/outdoor use. AI-assisted karaoke removes vocals in real-time via Soundcore app. Wireless microphones included, eight preset lighting modes. Can link multiple speakers together. Long battery life, fun light patterns synced to music.
Cons: Pretty big lack of deep bass, treble rolled off
Full Soundcore Rave review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~60Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Drivers | 60W: Multiple drivers + passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 21.6 lbs / 9.8 kg |
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