Short answer: the Soundboks Mix. It ranks #34 of 51 party speakers by sound quality (rated 3.2/5) at $799 and is still sold new; the Soundcore Rave ranks #45 (rated 2.3/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used. The Soundcore Rave’s replacement, the Soundcore Rave 3S, is rated 3.8/5 at $299.99.
The Soundboks Mix is the better-sounding, longer-running choice. A rugged, weatherproof party speaker with a swappable battery that runs all day at mid volume and fast USB-C charging. It is rated for 40 hours of battery against 24 for the Soundcore Rave. It is rated IP65, while the Soundcore Rave has no water resistance. Watch for: Doesn’t have as deep of bass as higher-ranked speakers, and can sound somewhat bright in the treble.
Why pick the Soundcore Rave: A party speaker with a long battery, wireless mics, vocal removal for karaoke, and colorful light shows. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Soundboks Mix. The tradeoff: Pretty big lack of deep bass, treble rolled off.
Buy the Soundboks Mix. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the Soundcore Rave is discontinued, so it is only available used.
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A rugged, weatherproof party speaker with a swappable battery that runs all day at mid volume and fast USB-C charging.
A party speaker with a long battery, wireless mics, vocal removal for karaoke, and colorful light shows.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Soundboks Mix | Soundcore Rave | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799 | $220 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #34 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #45 of 51 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | - |
| Dimensions | 19.1” x 13.5” x 10.9” (484 x 342 x 276 mm) | 21.7” x 12.7” x 12.2” (552 x 322 x 310 mm) |
| Drivers | 10” woofer, 1.2” tweeter | 60W: Multiple drivers + passive radiators |
| EQ | No | No |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| IP Rating | IP65 | None |
| Maximum SPL | 121dB (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (TeamUp, up to 5 speakers) | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C | AC Power cord |
| Removable Battery | Yes | - |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Weight | 21.4 lbs (9.7 kg) | 21.6 lbs (9.8 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 72W | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (additional codecs unverified) | SBC |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | ~60Hz |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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