Short answer: the Soundcore Boom 2 Plus. It ranks #39 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality (rated 3.6/5) at $169.99 and is still sold new; the Bumpboxx Flare 8 ranks #82 (rated 2.6/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used. The Bumpboxx Flare 8’s replacement, the Bumpboxx Flare8 Pro, is rated 2.8/5 at $449.
The Soundcore Boom 2 Plus is the better-sounding, longer-running choice. A fairly light stereo boombox, easy to carry to the beach or park. It is rated for 20 hours of battery against 12 for the Bumpboxx Flare 8. At 8.4 lbs (3.8 kg) it weighs much less than the Bumpboxx Flare 8 at 19 lbs (8.62 kg). It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Bumpboxx Flare 8 lacks. Watch for: Warm tuning meaning a rolled off treble and some upper bass boost.
The case for the Bumpboxx Flare 8: A retro styled party speaker with FM radio, water resistance and high volume for small outdoor parties. Watch for: Bass is thuddy rather than deep or controlled, and there is no app to improve the tuning.
Buy the Soundcore Boom 2 Plus. It is rated higher for sound quality and still sold new, while the Bumpboxx Flare 8 is discontinued.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Boom 2 Plus | Bumpboxx Flare 8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $169.99 | $400 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #39 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #82 of 113 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) | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX6 |
| Maximum SPL | 111dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 118dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| MicroSD Playback | No | Yes |
| 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) | 19 lbs (8.62 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Amplifier Power | 140W | 200W |
| Dimensions | 17.3” x 9.1” x 5.9” (440 x 230 x 150 mm) | 28” x 8” x 16” (711 x 203 x 406 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 114mm (4.5”) woofers + 2x 19mm (0.75”) tweeters | 8” woofer + tweeters |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | - |
| Strap | Yes (detachable strap) | - |
| FM Tuner | - | Yes |
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