Short answer: the Sony ULT Tower 5. It ranks #5 of 54 party speakers by sound quality (rated 4.5/5) at $448 and is still sold new; the Onn Large Party gen 1 ranks #41 (rated 2.7/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used. The Onn Large Party gen 1’s replacement, the Onn Large Party gen 2, is rated 3.9/5 at $129.
The Sony ULT Tower 5 is the better-sounding, longer-running option. A powerful party tower with deep bass, a removable long battery, and mic and XLR inputs for karaoke or DJ use. It is rated for 20 hours of battery against 13 for the Onn Large Party gen 1. It is rated IPX4, while the Onn Large Party gen 1 has no water resistance. It supports LDAC Bluetooth, which the Onn Large Party gen 1 lacks. Watch for: It has a shorter 20-hour battery claim than the Sony ULT Tower 7’s 30 hours, no wheels, and only IPX4 splash resistance.
The case for the Onn Large Party gen 1: A rolling party speaker with FM radio, a mic and guitar input, lights, and phone charging for casual outdoor parties. Watch for: Sound is not a strong reason to seek one out.
Buy the Sony ULT Tower 5. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the Onn Large Party gen 1 is discontinued, so it is only available used.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Sony ULT Tower 5 | Onn Large Party gen 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $448.00 | $100 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #5 of 54 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #41 of 54 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes (Sony Sound Connect) | No |
| Aux Input | RCA input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (manufacturer specified) | 13 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | - |
| Built-in Microphone | No | - |
| Digital Aux Input | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Dimensions | 14.1” x 21.1” x 11.1” (358 x 536 x 282 mm) | 11.1” x 21.7” x 10.3” (281 x 552 x 262 mm) |
| Drivers | 3 drivers: 1x 9” woofer, 2x 2.4” tweeter | 8” (203mm) woofer + drivers |
| EQ | Yes (10 band; ULT1 / ULT2 / Flat) | No |
| Guitar Input | No | - |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | None |
| Microphone Input | Yes | - |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 300W | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | Yes (Party Sync Mode) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C charging) | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC power cord | AC Power cord |
| Removable Battery | Yes | - |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| TWS | Yes (Stereo Pair) | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes (USB-A and USB-C) | No |
| Weight | 28 lbs (12.7 kg) | 23.1 lbs (10.5 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | No | - |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Strap | No | No |
| FM Tuner | - | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | ~60Hz |
| Wheels | - | Yes |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Sony ULT Tower 5: reviews by AudioTribe.
- Onn Large Party gen 1: reviews by Jay’s Straight Up Reviews & More.
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