Short answer: the Soundcore Trance/Rave Mega for better sound quality, the Doss Extreme Boom for the lower price. The Soundcore Trance/Rave Mega ranks #73 of 77 large speakers at $249. The Doss Extreme Boom ranks #75 at $69.99, $179.01 cheaper.
What the Soundcore Trance/Rave Mega offers: 80W power with 105dB output, BassUp technology for body-shaking bass. Watch for: Hugely recessed mids and treble.
The case for the Doss Extreme Boom: 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. The tradeoff: Rolled off treble, barely any bass.
Buy the Soundcore Trance/Rave Mega 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 Trance/Rave Mega.
Specifications Side By Side
| Soundcore Trance/Rave Mega | Doss Extreme Boom | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249 Discontinued | $69.99 |
| Ranked | #73 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #75 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 63Hz | 65Hz |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Max Volume | 97dB | - |
| Power Bank | Yes | Yes (USB-A) |
| Weight | 7.7 lbs / 3.5 kg | 5.6 lbs / 2.52 kg |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Drivers | 1x 133mm woofer, 1x 51mm tweeter | 60W: Dual drivers + passive radiator |
| Dimensions | 7" x 7" x 13.3" (179 x 177 x 339 mm) | 12.7" x 4.7" x 7.2" (323 x 120 x 184 mm) |
| Output Power | 80W | 60W |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Soundcore Trance/Rave Mega: $249 Discontinued
Pros: 80W power with 105dB output, BassUp technology for body-shaking bass. 20,000mAh battery for 24 hours claimed (18 hours for Trance variant). IPX7 waterproof with LED light show. USB port charges devices. Soundcore app with EQ customization, multipoint pairing, can link speakers for Party Mode.
Cons: Hugely recessed mids and treble. Discontinued.
Full Soundcore Trance/Rave Mega review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 63Hz |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 7" x 7" x 13.3" (179 x 177 x 339 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 1x 133mm woofer, 1x 51mm tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 97dB |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 80W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 7.7 lbs / 3.5 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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