Short answer: the Soundcore Boom 2 Plus. It ranks #39 of 112 boombox speakers by sound quality (rated 3.6/5) at $169.99 and is still sold new; the Bumpboxx Flare 6 ranks #82 (rated 2.6/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The Boom 2 Plus is the lighter, better-sounding boombox. Two 4.5-inch woofers and two tweeters reach about 39Hz before falling 10dB, Alan Ross measured 111dB, and it has a Pro EQ, AAC and IPX7 protection at 8.4 lbs (3.8 kg). Its warm tuning rolls off the treble.
The Flare 6 is a discontinued stereo box with lights. A 6-inch woofer and tweeters on 150W play in stereo, with an aux input, USB-C charging and IPX6 protection. Its battery is rated for 12 hours, it has no app or EQ, and at 13 lbs (5.9 kg) it is heavier.
Buy the Soundcore Boom 2 Plus. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the Bumpboxx Flare 6 is discontinued, so it is only available used.
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A fairly light stereo boombox, easy to carry to the beach or park.
A retro styled stereo party speaker with water resistance and a 12 hour battery.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Boom 2 Plus | Bumpboxx Flare 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $169.99 | $300 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #39 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #82 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 39Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes (Pro EQ + presets) | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX6 |
| Maximum SPL | 111dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 115dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| MicroSD Playback | No | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast 2.0) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C, 5V/2A) | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 8.4 lbs (3.8 kg) | 13 lbs (5.9 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Amplifier Power | 140W | 150W |
| Dimensions | 17.3” x 9.1” x 5.9” (440 x 230 x 150 mm) | 24” x 6” x 14” (609.6 x 152.4 x 355.6 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 114mm (4.5”) woofers + 2x 19mm (0.75”) tweeters | 6” woofer + tweeters |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Strap | Yes (detachable strap) | - |
| FM Tuner | - | Yes |
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