Short answer: the Soundcore Rave Neo 2. It ranks #21 of 115 large speakers by sound quality, rated 4.2/5, at $84.99; the DALI Katch G2 ranks #85, rated 2.8/5, and costs $750, so there is little reason to consider the other one.
The Soundcore Rave Neo 2 is the better-sounding option. An affordable waterproof party speaker with loud output, solid bass, a long battery, lights and linking with many speakers. It links with other speakers (PartyCast 2.0 up to 100 speakers), which the DALI Katch G2 cannot. It has an adjustable EQ, which the DALI Katch G2 lacks. The catch: Slight treble rolloff.
The DALI Katch G2 is the longer-running, lighter choice. A slim, elegant waterproof stereo speaker with a built in strap, a very long battery, and high quality Bluetooth. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 18 for the Soundcore Rave Neo 2. At 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg) it weighs much less than the Soundcore Rave Neo 2 at 7.9 lbs (3.6 kg). It supports aptX HD Bluetooth, which the Soundcore Rave Neo 2 lacks. The tradeoff: Loses bass quickly after 40% volume.
Buy the Soundcore Rave Neo 2. It is rated higher for sound quality than the DALI Katch G2 and costs less, so it is the default pick unless a specific strength of the other one matters more to you.
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An affordable waterproof party speaker with loud output, solid bass, a long battery, lights and linking with many speakers.
A slim, elegant waterproof stereo speaker with a built in strap, a very long battery, and high quality Bluetooth.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Rave Neo 2 | DALI Katch G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $84.99 | $750.00 |
| Ranked | #21 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #85 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 44Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Maximum SPL | 107dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast 2.0 up to 100 speakers) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | Yes (USB) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Partially (1 woofer) | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 7.9 lbs (3.6 kg) | 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 7.8” x 6.1” x 11.8” (198 x 154 x 299 mm) | 10.6” x 5.4” x 1.9” (269 x 138 x 47 mm) |
| Drivers | 4” woofer, 2x 2” tweeters | 2x 89mm woofers, 2x 21mm tweeters |
| Amplifier Power | 80W | 50W RMS |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Strap | No | Yes (built-in strap) |
| Charging Time | - | 2 hours |
| Frequency Response | - | 49Hz - 23kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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