Short answer: the Soundcore Rave Neo for better sound quality, the Doss Extreme Boom for the lower price. The Soundcore Rave Neo ranks #64 of 77 large speakers at $80. The Doss Extreme Boom ranks #75 at $69.99, $10.01 cheaper.
What the Soundcore Rave Neo gets right: 50W powerful bass-heavy sound with clear mids and highs. The catch: Muddy with treble rolloff.
What the Doss Extreme Boom offers: 60W output power, exceptional 30-hour battery life, power bank function, IPX7 waterproof, MicroSD card support, dual drivers with passive radiator, TWS stereo pairing, USB-C charging, built-in microphone. Watch for: Rolled off treble, barely any bass.
Buy the Soundcore Rave Neo if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Doss Extreme Boom 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 77 large speakers instead.
If battery life is a priority, the Doss Extreme Boom is rated for 30 hours versus 18 hours for the Soundcore Rave Neo.
Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Rave Neo | Doss Extreme Boom | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $80 | $69.99 |
| Ranked | #64 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #75 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 60Hz | 65Hz |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| Max Volume | 106dB | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2A) | Yes (USB-A) |
| Weight | 7.7 lbs / 3.49 kg | 5.6 lbs / 2.52 kg |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Drivers | 1x 102mm woofer, 1x 51mm fullrange | 60W: Dual drivers + passive radiator |
| Output Power | 50W | 60W |
| Dimensions | 11" x 6" x 7" (279.4 x 152.4 x 177.8 mm) | 12.7" x 4.7" x 7.2" (323 x 120 x 184 mm) |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Soundcore Rave Neo: $80 Soundcore Rave Neo
Pros: 50W powerful bass-heavy sound with clear mids and highs. IPX7 waterproof design with float capability. 18-hour battery life at moderate volumes. Beat-driven RGB lights, carry handle, USB-C charging, PowerIQ port charges devices, can link 100+ speakers via PartyCast.
Cons: Muddy with treble rolloff.
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| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 60Hz |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 11" x 6" x 7" (279.4 x 152.4 x 177.8 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 102mm woofer, 1x 51mm fullrange |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 106dB |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 50W |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2A) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 7.7 lbs / 3.49 kg |
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Doss Extreme Boom: $69.99 Amazon
Pros: 60W output power, exceptional 30-hour battery life, power bank function, IPX7 waterproof, MicroSD card support, dual drivers with passive radiator, TWS stereo pairing, USB-C charging, built-in microphone
Cons: Rolled off treble, barely any bass
Full Doss Extreme Boom review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 65Hz |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 12.7" x 4.7" x 7.2" (323 x 120 x 184 mm) |
| Drivers | 60W: Dual drivers + passive radiator |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 60W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 5.6 lbs / 2.52 kg |
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