Short answer: the Teufel Boomster Go. It ranks #7 of 47 small speakers by sound quality; the Bose Soundlink Micro 2 ranks #18.
The case for the Teufel Boomster Go: Pretty deep bass and quite balanced overall for the size. Watch for: Distortion becomes audible above roughly 75% volume; at max volume up close it gets unclear and tinny.
On the Bose Soundlink Micro 2 side: IP67 rated, survives a 1m dunk for 30 minutes. Compact fabric strap for clipping to bags/bikes - replaces the 1st-gen’s hook clip, which was prone to breaking. Set against that: Lack of clarity. Overly boosted bass that causes some thudding, and can overdrive/distort at higher volumes - worse in this regard than the 1st-gen model.
Buy the Teufel Boomster Go if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Bose Soundlink Micro 2 if the price matters more than sound quality.
Specifications Side By Side
| Teufel Boomster Go | Bose Soundlink Micro 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €80 Discontinued | $99.00 |
| Ranked | #7 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #18 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IP67 |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Bose Party mode) |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | Pointing up |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs / 355 g | 0.7 lbs / 329 g |
| App | No | Yes |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | AAC, aptX, SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | No |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 5.4 |
| Frequency Response | 65Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Dimensions | 4.2" x 4" x 1.8" (107 x 102 x 46 mm) | 4.1" x 4.1" x 1.7" (104 x 104 x 43 mm) |
| Charging Time | 2.5 hours | 3 hours |
| Output Power | 10W | Specs not published by manufacturer |
| Drivers | 50mm woofer + 20mm tweeter | 40mm full-range driver with passive radiator |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Teufel Boomster Go: €80 Discontinued
Pros: Pretty deep bass and quite balanced overall for the size.
Cons: Distortion becomes audible above roughly 75% volume; at max volume up close it gets unclear and tinny. Discontinued.
Full Teufel Boomster Go review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 2.5 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 4.2" x 4" x 1.8" (107 x 102 x 46 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 50mm woofer + 20mm tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 65Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Output Power | 10W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs / 355 g |
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Bose Soundlink Micro 2: $99.00 Amazon
Pros: IP67 rated, survives a 1m dunk for 30 minutes. Compact fabric strap for clipping to bags/bikes - replaces the 1st-gen’s hook clip, which was prone to breaking. USB-C charging. Surprisingly good bass when mounted outdoors, like on a bike.
Cons: Lack of clarity. Overly boosted bass that causes some thudding, and can overdrive/distort at higher volumes - worse in this regard than the 1st-gen model. Overly boosted treble, turn down bass and treble in the EQ. Falls clearly behind the Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 on bass depth, cleanliness, and loudness.
Full Bose Soundlink Micro 2 review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Charging Time | 3 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 4.1" x 4.1" x 1.7" (104 x 104 x 43 mm) |
| Drivers | 40mm full-range driver with passive radiator |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Output Power | Specs not published by manufacturer |
| Party Mode | Yes (Bose Party mode) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs / 329 g |
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