Short answer: the Soundcore Boom Go 3i. It ranks #2 of 63 small speakers by sound quality, rated 4.4/5, at $59.98. The Tronsmart Trip 2 ranks #26, rated 3.3/5, at $19.99, $39.99 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The Soundcore Boom Go 3i is the better-sounding pick. A tough, floating mini speaker with full waterproofing, a long battery and a detachable strap, built for travel and the outdoors. The tradeoff: This is still a 15W mono speaker: bass impact and stereo width are limited, and critical listeners may find the upper treble piercing or metallic.
Why pick the Tronsmart Trip 2: A cheap, pocketable waterproof speaker with a long battery, a lanyard, app EQ, and microSD playback. Watch for: Beautiful Zar DJ found the JBL Go 4 warmer with weightier bass, while the Trip 2’s bass is dry and thin, and some listeners found its treble exaggerated.
Buy the Soundcore Boom Go 3i. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $39.99 saving on the Tronsmart Trip 2 is not enough to make up the difference.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Boom Go 3i | Tronsmart Trip 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $59.98 | $19.99 |
| Ranked | #2 of 63 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #26 of 63 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes (Tronsmart) |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours at 50% volume (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | Yes | Yes (app) |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IPX7 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Auracast) | - |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | - |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs (380 g) | 0.7 lbs (0.34 kg) |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 | 5.3 |
| Amplifier Power | 15W | 10W |
| Dimensions | 4” x 4.2” x 1.8” (102.1 x 105.9 x 45.5 mm) | 3.1”H x 7.1”W x 1.6”D (80 x 180 x 41 mm) |
| Drivers | 25mm tweeter + 42mm woofer + passive radiators | 1x 42mm full-range driver + 2x passive radiators |
| Maximum SPL | 92dB (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | - |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Strap | Yes (detachable strap) | Yes (lanyard) |
| Charging Time | - | 3.5 hours |
| Frequency Response | - | 65Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Soundcore Boom Go 3i: reviews by Oluv, Techder Audios and Storytripper HD.
- Tronsmart Trip 2: reviews by Jagist, TechMishka and Kervin Ultra Bass.
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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