Short answer: the Bogasing M5. It ranks #61 of 177 medium speakers by sound quality, rated 3.5/5, at $52.99. The Soundcore 2 ranks #105, rated 3.0/5, at $29.98, $23.01 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The Soundcore 2 is the lighter choice. A cheap, light waterproof stereo speaker with a long rated battery, an aux input and pairing with a second unit. At 0.7 lbs (318 g) it weighs much less than the Bogasing M5 at 1.7 lbs (757 g). It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Bogasing M5. Watch for: Bass is specified only down to 70Hz, so the low end is limited.
The Bogasing M5 is the better-sounding choice. A compact, backpack friendly speaker with very long battery life and USB-C charging at a budget price. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Soundcore 2 lacks. It charges over USB-C rather than Micro USB. The tradeoff: Front/rear driver configuration.
Buy the Bogasing M5. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $23.01 you would save on the Soundcore 2 does not close the gap.
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A cheap, light waterproof stereo speaker with a long rated battery, an aux input and pairing with a second unit.
A compact, backpack friendly speaker with very long battery life and USB-C charging at a budget price.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore 2 | Bogasing M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $29.98 | $52.99 |
| Ranked | #105 of 177 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #61 of 177 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Stereo | Yes | No (front/rear drivers) |
| Omnidirectional | No | Yes |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs (318 g) | 1.7 lbs (757 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Drivers | 2x 38mm fullrange | 30W system |
| Dimensions | 6.6” x 1.9” x 2.2” (168 x 47 x 56 mm) | 6.3” x 3” x 2.8” (160 x 76 x 71 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 70Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 12W | 40W |
| App | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | No | - |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB | USB-C |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Strap | No | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 61Hz |
| Maximum SPL | - | 96dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| Power Bank | - | Yes (USB-A) |
| USB Playback | - | Yes |
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