Short answer: the Sonos Roam 2 for better sound quality, the W-King D8 Mini for the lower price. The Sonos Roam ranks higher than the W-King D8 Mini (#95 vs #135 of 177 medium speakers) but is discontinued. Its replacement, the Sonos Roam 2, is rated 3.2/5 at $179; the W-King D8 Mini is rated 2.6/5 at $49.99, $129.01 cheaper.
The Sonos Roam is the better-sounding, lighter option. A small, waterproof Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speaker with wireless charging, voice control and Sonos multiroom support. At 0.9 lbs (429 g) it weighs much less than the W-King D8 Mini at 2.8 lbs (1.26 kg). The catch: Bass extension isn’t very good.
The W-King D8 Mini is the louder, longer-running pick. An inexpensive water resistant stereo speaker with indoor and outdoor sound modes and a long rated battery. Alan Ross Reviews measured it at 100dB at full volume, against 95dB for the Sonos Roam. It is rated for 24 hours of battery against 10 for the Sonos Roam. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Sonos Roam lacks. The catch: Recessed midrange, harsh treble.
Buy the W-King D8 Mini if price matters most. For better sound quality, the Sonos Roam 2, the replacement for the discontinued Sonos Roam, is rated higher but costs $179.
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A small, waterproof Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speaker with wireless charging, voice control and Sonos multiroom support.
An inexpensive water resistant stereo speaker with indoor and outdoor sound modes and a long rated battery.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Sonos Roam | W-King D8 Mini | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $169.99 Discontinued | $49.99 |
| Ranked | #95 of 177 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #135 of 177 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 63Hz | 63Hz |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Maximum SPL | 95dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 100dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Weight | 0.9 lbs (429 g) | 2.8 lbs (1260 g) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 2.4” x 6.6” x 2.4” (62 x 168 x 60 mm) | 9.9” x 3.7” x 3.7” (251 x 94 x 94 mm) |
| App | Sonos S2 App | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Assistants | Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant (choose one) plus Sonos Voice Control | - |
| EQ | Yes (via app, limited in Bluetooth mode) | Yes (2 modes - Indoor/Outdoor) |
| Drivers | Dual full-range drivers + passive radiators | 2x 70mm woofers, 2x 30mm tweeters |
| IP Rating | IPX5 | IPX6 |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Strap | No | - |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| Amplifier Power | - | 30W |
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