Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The Soundboks Go ranks #33 of 50 party speakers by sound quality at $799; the Turtlebox Gen 3 ranks #68 of 73 boombox speakers by sound quality at $430.
What the Soundboks Go offers: Exceptional 40-hour battery life at mid-volume, a swappable second battery, and 121dB max output from a 10” woofer. Watch for: It’s not stereo, and it isn’t as loud or bass-heavy as the JBL Partyboxes it gets compared against.
What the Turtlebox Gen 3 offers: True multi-speaker Party Mode on top of stereo pairing, USB-C charging that can also top off other devices, and a claimed 120dB output. Watch for: It ranks near the bottom of the boombox class here, and reviewers say it falls well short of that claimed volume once you measure from a normal distance.
Buy the Soundboks Go at $799 if you want a party speaker. Buy the Turtlebox Gen 3 at $430 if you want a boombox speaker instead.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip the Turtlebox Gen 3. It ranks near the bottom of the 73 boombox speakers, so look higher up the list instead.
If battery life is a priority, the Soundboks Go is rated for 40 hours versus 25 hours for the Turtlebox Gen 3.
If water resistance matters to you, the Turtlebox Gen 3 at IP67 (brief submersion) holds up far better than the Soundboks Go at no water resistance.
Specifications Side By Side
| Soundboks Go | Turtlebox Gen 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799 | $430.00 |
| Ranked | #33 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #68 of 73 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 55Hz | ~65Hz |
| Battery Life | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 25 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.4 |
| Dimensions | 18" x 12" x 10" (457.2 x 304.8 x 254 mm) | 12" x 7" x 8.7" (305 x 178 x 222 mm) |
| Drivers | 10" woofer, 1" tweeter | 1x 6x9" (152x228mm) woofer + 1x 1" (25mm) tweeter |
| EQ | No | No |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| IP Rating | None | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 121dB | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (TeamUp, up to 5 speakers) | Yes (Turtlebox Party Mode) |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | USB-C |
| Removable Battery | Yes | - |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Weight | 19.8 lbs / 9 kg | 10 lbs / 4.54 kg |
| Output Power | 2 x 72W | 50W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| Built in Microphone | - | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Soundboks Go: $799 Soundboks Amazon
Pros: Exceptional 40-hour battery life at mid-volume (10 hours at full volume), swappable design (second battery $200 available). 7.8Ah Li-ion with external charging option and pass-through charging capability. 121dB max volume (Bass+ mode). Premium audio quality, durable ABS polycarbonate with rubberized bumpers. Portable enough for vehicle adventures. High efficiency drivers reach 2-3x the volume of typical speakers for the same wattage.
Cons: Not as loud as the other Soundboks. Not as neutral or as much bass as the above Partyboxes. Not stereo. External power brick for charging.
Full Soundboks Go review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 55Hz |
| Battery Life | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 18" x 12" x 10" (457.2 x 304.8 x 254 mm) |
| Drivers | 10" woofer, 1" tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None |
| Max Volume | 121dB |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 2 x 72W |
| Party Mode | Yes (TeamUp, up to 5 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Removable Battery | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 19.8 lbs / 9 kg |
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- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
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- GYMCADDY: Soundboks Go Vs JBL Boombox 2 Vs UE Hyperboom Vs Sony XG500
- Everyday Man: Soundboks Go Vs Turttlebox Vs EcoXGear Defender
- Reddit Search for Soundboks Go Review
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
Turtlebox Gen 3: $430.00 Amazon
Pros: Waterproof and crushproof, loud with punchy bass. 25+ hour battery life. USB-C charging and USB-C output charges other devices. True multi-speaker Party Mode added on top of stereo pairing, plus Bluetooth 5.4.
Cons: Sounds basically identical to the original and the Gen 2: each generation mainly added features, not sound quality. They pretty much lie about all their specs and sound horrible in all youtube sound samples. Will never hit its claimed 120db at a reasonable measuring distance. Putting your db meter right against the speaker doesn’t count, 1 meter distance is the standard. Barely any bass. Rattles at high volume. Looking at it, it appears to be a generic car 2-way 6x9 speaker in a plastic box.
Full Turtlebox Gen 3 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~65Hz |
| Battery Life | 25 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 12" x 7" x 8.7" (305 x 178 x 222 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 6x9" (152x228mm) woofer + 1x 1" (25mm) tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 50W |
| Party Mode | Yes (Turtlebox Party Mode) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 10 lbs / 4.54 kg |
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