Short answer: the Tronsmart Bang Max. It ranks #52 of 112 boombox speakers by sound quality (rated 3.4/5) at $229.99 and is still sold new; the Soundcore Rave Party 2 ranks #64 (rated 3.1/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The Soundcore Rave Party 2 is the lighter choice. A stereo party speaker with LED lights, a karaoke mic input and linking for up to 100 speakers. At 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the Tronsmart Bang Max at 12.8 lbs (5.8 kg). It links with other speakers (PartyCast 2.0 up to 100 speakers), which the Tronsmart Bang Max cannot. The catch: Only IPX4 splash resistance, and bass extension seems limited.
The Tronsmart Bang Max is the longer-running, tougher pick. A loud, feature packed party speaker with big bass, app EQ, lights, and separate mic and guitar inputs. It is rated for 24 hours of battery against 16 for the Soundcore Rave Party 2. It is rated IPX6 against IPX4 for the Soundcore Rave Party 2. The catch: Its bass-first tuning prioritizes impact over accuracy: upper mids and lower treble can sound unnatural, while fine midrange and treble detail are limited.
Buy the Tronsmart Bang Max. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the Soundcore Rave Party 2 is discontinued, so it is only available used.
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A stereo party speaker with LED lights, a karaoke mic input and linking for up to 100 speakers.
A loud, feature packed party speaker with big bass, app EQ, lights, and separate mic and guitar inputs.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Rave Party 2 | Tronsmart Bang Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $159.99 Discontinued | $229.99 |
| Ranked | #64 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #52 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IPX6 |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode with reverb effect) | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast 2.0 up to 100 speakers) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC Power brick | AC Power brick |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Weight | 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg) | 12.8 lbs (5.8 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| App | No | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (App EQ) | Yes (multiple modes) |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 80W RMS / 120W peak | 130W |
| Dimensions | 7.5” x 7.8” x 15.7” (191 x 198 x 400 mm) | 18.5” x 7.8” x 10.2” (470 x 199 x 260 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 4” (100mm) woofers + 2x 2” (50mm) tweeters | 2x ~165mm (6.5”) woofers + 2x ~63mm (2.5”) mid drivers + 2x ~25mm (1”) tweeters |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Strap | No | - |
| Aux Latency | - | 16ms |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 39Hz |
| Bluetooth Latency | - | 160ms |
| Maximum SPL | - | 111dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
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