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 Demerbox DB2 ranks #74 (rated 2.8/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The Soundcore Boom 2 Plus is the better-sounding pick. A fairly light stereo boombox, easy to carry to the beach or park. It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Demerbox DB2 lacks. It links with other speakers (PartyCast 2.0), which the Demerbox DB2 cannot. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Demerbox DB2 lacks. Watch for: Warm tuning meaning a rolled off treble and some upper bass boost.
The Demerbox DB2 is the longer-running, lighter choice. A nearly indestructible waterproof speaker built from a Pelican case, with a 40 hour battery and dry storage. It is rated for 40 hours of battery against 20 for the Soundcore Boom 2 Plus. At 5.4 lbs (2.47 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the Soundcore Boom 2 Plus at 8.4 lbs (3.8 kg). The catch: Bass is not as deep as better speakers.
Buy the Soundcore Boom 2 Plus. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the Demerbox DB2 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 nearly indestructible waterproof speaker built from a Pelican case, with a 40 hour battery and dry storage.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Boom 2 Plus | Demerbox DB2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $169.99 | $400 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #39 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #74 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) | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes (Pro EQ + presets) | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IP67 |
| Maximum SPL | 111dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| MicroSD Playback | No | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast 2.0) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C, 5V/2A) | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C | AC Power brick |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 8.4 lbs (3.8 kg) | 5.4 lbs (2.47 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Amplifier Power | 140W | 22W RMS |
| Dimensions | 17.3” x 9.1” x 5.9” (440 x 230 x 150 mm) | 10.6” x 9.7” x 6.9” (270 x 246 x 175 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 114mm (4.5”) woofers + 2x 19mm (0.75”) tweeters | 2x 3” (76mm) aluminum cone full-range drivers |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | - |
| Strap | Yes (detachable strap) | - |
| FM Tuner | - | No |
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