Short answer: the Soundcore Flare 2 for better sound quality, the Tribit Stormbox Mini+ for the lower price. The Soundcore Flare 2 ranks #105 of 136 medium speakers at $80. The Tribit Stormbox Mini+ ranks #110 at $29.96, $50.04 cheaper.
What the Soundcore Flare 2 gets right: Try Alan Ross’s EQ for it. The tradeoff: Rolled off treble. Thuddy bass. Not technically a 360 speaker, only front and rear.
The case for the Tribit Stormbox Mini+: IPX7 waterproof, app support with EQ presets and AAC codec, true wireless stereo (TWS) capability, USB-C charging, built-in mic for calls, AUX input, microSD card playback. The catch: Not a great sounding speaker, really weak bass.
Buy the Soundcore Flare 2 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Tribit Stormbox Mini+ if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip both of these and look higher up the 136 medium speakers instead.
Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Flare 2 | Tribit Stormbox Mini+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $80 | $29.96 |
| Ranked | #105 of 136 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #110 of 136 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 56Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth Latency | 80ms | - |
| Max Volume | 99dB | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) | - |
| Weight | 1.3 lbs / 600 g | 1.2 lbs / 544 g |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Drivers | 2x full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators | 2x 48mm full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Output Power | 20W | 12W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Charging Time | - | 2.5 hours |
| Lights | - | Yes |
| Dimensions | - | 3.6" x 3.6" x 4.7" (91 x 91 x 119 mm) |
| Aux Input | - | Yes |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Soundcore Flare 2: $80 Amazon
Pros: Try Alan Ross’s EQ for it
Cons: Rolled off treble. Thuddy bass. Not technically a 360 speaker, only front and rear.
Full Soundcore Flare 2 review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 56Hz |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 80ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Drivers | 2x full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 99dB |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Output Power | 20W |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 1.3 lbs / 600 g |
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Tribit Stormbox Mini+: $29.96 Amazon
Pros: IPX7 waterproof, app support with EQ presets and AAC codec, true wireless stereo (TWS) capability, USB-C charging, built-in mic for calls, AUX input, microSD card playback.
Cons: Not a great sounding speaker, really weak bass.
Full Tribit Stormbox Mini+ review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 2.5 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3.6" x 3.6" x 4.7" (91 x 91 x 119 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 48mm full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Lights | Yes |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 12W |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs / 544 g |
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