Short answer: the Soundcore Boom 3i. It ranks #31 of 182 medium speakers by sound quality, rated 4.0/5, at $118.99. The Skullcandy Terrain XT ranks #173, rated 2.1/5, at $59.99, $59 cheaper, not enough of a saving to outweigh the sound-quality gap.
The Soundcore Boom 3i is the better-sounding choice. A warm, punchy waterproof speaker that sounds great and is a strong value. It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Skullcandy Terrain XT lacks. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Skullcandy Terrain XT lacks. The tradeoff: Not quite as good as a JBL Charge 5, doesn’t go quite as loud or sound quite as balanced, but very very close.
Why pick the Skullcandy Terrain XT: A waterproof speaker with a wrist wrap for carrying and pairing with other Skullcandy speakers. It links with other speakers (SKDY Multi-Link, up to 99 speakers), which the Soundcore Boom 3i cannot. The tradeoff: Shares the Terrain line’s tuning: no bass, very rolled off treble, and distortion in the treble.
Buy the Soundcore Boom 3i. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $59 saving on the Skullcandy Terrain XT is not enough to make up the difference.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Boom 3i | Skullcandy Terrain XT | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $118.99 | $59.99 |
| Ranked | #31 of 182 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #173 of 182 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 56Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IPX7 |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (SKDY Multi-Link, up to 99 speakers) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 8.3” x 3.3” x 3.1” (210 x 85 x 78.5 mm) | 3.1” x 3.1” x 6.3” (79 x 79 x 160 mm) |
| Drivers | 94mm woofer + tweeter | 2x 48mm drivers + passive radiators |
| Weight | 1.7 lbs (783 g) | 1.6 lbs (720 g) |
| Amplifier Power | 50W | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Strap | Yes (detachable strap) | Yes (wrist strap) |
| Maximum SPL | - | 90dB SPL (Manufacturer specified) |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Soundcore Boom 3i: reviews by Oluv, Mateusz Cholewa and Picky Audio.
- Skullcandy Terrain XT: reviews by FishBee Product and Flossy Carter.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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