Short answer: the Soundcore Select Pro. It ranks #15 of 77 large speakers by sound quality at $80; the Teufel Rockster Cross ranks #21 and costs $199.99, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
The case for the Soundcore Select Pro: Sounds almost exactly like the Motion Boom. Set against that: Boosted bass, rolled off treble. Not as neutral or detailed as other top ranked speakers.
On the Teufel Rockster Cross side: Pretty neutral frequency response. More vocal/midrange-focused than the JBL Xtreme 4, thanks to a larger mid/bass driver - better suited to rock and jazz. Watch for: Outdoor mode can sound somewhat harsh due to the 4khz peak. Not as deep or full-sounding in the bass as the JBL Xtreme 4.
Buy the Soundcore Select Pro. It ranks higher for sound quality than the Teufel Rockster Cross and costs less, so there is no real case for the other one.
Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Select Pro | Teufel Rockster Cross | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $80 Discontinued | $199.99 |
| Ranked | #15 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #21 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes (Users say it works) | No |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX5 |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | USB-C | DC barrel jack |
| Stereo | Yes | Partially |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs / 1.5 kg | 5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, aptX |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 13.6" x 5.8" x 7.9" (346 x 148 x 200 mm) | 15" x 6.3" x 5.1" (380 x 160 x 130 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 2.75" fullrange + 2x 2.5" passive radiators | 5" woofer, 2x textile dome tweeters + 2x passive radiators |
| Output Power | 30W | 30W |
| Max Volume | 106dB | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 51Hz |
| Frequency Response | - | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Soundcore Select Pro: $80 Discontinued Amazon
Pros: Sounds almost exactly like the Motion Boom
Cons: Boosted bass, rolled off treble. Not as neutral or detailed as other top ranked speakers. Discontinued.
Full Soundcore Select Pro review and specifications →
| App | Yes (Users say it works) |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 13.6" x 5.8" x 7.9" (346 x 148 x 200 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 2.75" fullrange + 2x 2.5" passive radiators |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 106dB |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 30W |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs / 1.5 kg |
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Teufel Rockster Cross: $199.99 Amazon
Pros: Pretty neutral frequency response. More vocal/midrange-focused than the JBL Xtreme 4, thanks to a larger mid/bass driver - better suited to rock and jazz. Nicer upper-bass detail than the JBL Xtreme 4. Punchy, well-controlled bass that suits rock music, unlike the Soundcore Boom 2 Plus’s overboosted, uncontrolled bass even at stock tuning. Clear, detailed audio with good vocal presence and solid Bluetooth codec support even a couple years after release.
Cons: Outdoor mode can sound somewhat harsh due to the 4khz peak. Not as deep or full-sounding in the bass as the JBL Xtreme 4.
Full Teufel Rockster Cross review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 51Hz |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 15" x 6.3" x 5.1" (380 x 160 x 130 mm) |
| Drivers | 5" woofer, 2x textile dome tweeters + 2x passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX5 |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 30W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | DC barrel jack |
| Stereo | Partially |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg |
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