Short answer: the Minirig 4 with subwoofer for better sound quality, the Soundcore Rave Neo 2 for the lower price. The Minirig 4 with subwoofer ranks #5 of 115 large speakers, rated 4.6/5, at $290. The Soundcore Rave Neo 2 ranks #21, rated 4.2/5, at $84.99, $205.01 cheaper.
The Soundcore Rave Neo 2 is the tougher option. An affordable waterproof party speaker with loud output, solid bass, a long battery, lights and linking with many speakers. It is rated IPX7 against Splash resistant for the Minirig 4 with subwoofer. It links with other speakers (PartyCast 2.0 up to 100 speakers), which the Minirig 4 with subwoofer cannot. The catch: Slight treble rolloff.
The Minirig 4 with subwoofer is the better-sounding, longer-running choice. A compact speaker and wireless subwoofer pair with some of the most balanced sound available, a long battery and deep, impactful bass. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 18 for the Soundcore Rave Neo 2. At 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) it weighs much less than the Soundcore Rave Neo 2 at 7.9 lbs (3.6 kg). The tradeoff: Not stereo, app is buggy.
Buy the Soundcore Rave Neo 2 when the price outweighs sound quality for you, and the Minirig 4 with subwoofer when sound quality outweighs the price instead.
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An affordable waterproof party speaker with loud output, solid bass, a long battery, lights and linking with many speakers.
A compact speaker and wireless subwoofer pair with some of the most balanced sound available, a long battery and deep, impactful bass.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Rave Neo 2 | Minirig 4 with subwoofer | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $84.99 | $290 |
| Ranked | #21 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #5 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 44Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | Splash resistant |
| 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-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Partially (1 woofer) | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | Pointing up |
| TWS | Yes | Yes (Bluetooth or cable) |
| Weight | 7.9 lbs (3.6 kg) | 3.2 lbs (1.44 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| 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) | 4” x 2.9” (101.6 x 73 mm) (diameter x height) |
| Drivers | 4” woofer, 2x 2” tweeters | 70mm custom driver |
| Amplifier Power | 80W | 50W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Strap | No | - |
| Aux Latency | - | 0ms |
| Bluetooth Latency | - | 60ms |
| Frequency Response | - | 60Hz - 18kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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