Short answer: the Teufel Boomster NG (2017). It ranks #37 of 73 boombox speakers by sound quality; the ION Pathfinder 4 ranks #59.
What the Teufel Boomster NG (2017) offers: Pretty neutral sound. Watch for: Not as deep bass as others in the category.
What the ION Pathfinder 4 offers: ~100 hour battery life at low-moderate volume. Watch for: Bass is not as deep as competitors.
Buy the Teufel Boomster NG (2017) if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the ION Pathfinder 4 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip the ION Pathfinder 4. It ranks near the bottom of the 73 boombox speakers, so look higher up the list instead.
If battery life is a priority, the ION Pathfinder 4 is rated for 100 hours versus 18 hours for the Teufel Boomster NG (2017).
If water resistance matters to you, the ION Pathfinder 4 at IPX5 (water jets) holds up far better than the Teufel Boomster NG (2017) at no water resistance.
Specifications Side By Side
| Teufel Boomster NG (2017) | ION Pathfinder 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €99 Discontinued | $300 |
| Ranked | #37 of 73 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #59 of 73 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 47Hz | ~62Hz |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 100 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None | IPX5 |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Weight | 7.5 lbs / 3.4 kg | 24.3 lbs / 11 kg |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| App | No | No |
| EQ | No | Yes (High/Low frequency) |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Removable Battery | Yes | - |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| Built in Microphone | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Output Power | 38W RMS | 120W |
| Dimensions | 5.7" x 14.6" x 7.1" (145 x 370 x 180 mm) | 17.5" x 14.6" x 10.2" (444.5 x 370.8 x 259.1 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 90mm woofer + 2x 65mm midrange drivers + 2x 20mm tweeters | 4" (102mm) driver |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | - | Yes |
| FM Tuner | - | Yes |
| Microphone Input | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Teufel Boomster NG (2017): €99 Discontinued
Pros: Pretty neutral sound. Removable battery
Cons: Not as deep bass as others in the category. Bass port can make noise. No water rating. Discontinued.
Full Teufel Boomster NG (2017) review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 47Hz |
| Battery Life | 18 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 5.7" x 14.6" x 7.1" (145 x 370 x 180 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 1x 90mm woofer + 2x 65mm midrange drivers + 2x 20mm tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Output Power | 38W RMS |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Removable Battery | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 7.5 lbs / 3.4 kg |
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ION Pathfinder 4: $300
Pros: ~100 hour battery life at low-moderate volume. Wireless Qi charging pad on top. 120W output. IPX5 water-resistant. Pairs with a second Pathfinder 4 for stereo. Many features: lights, radio, etc.
Cons: Bass is not as deep as competitors. Very heavy. Poor water rating.
Full ION Pathfinder 4 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~62Hz |
| Battery Life | 100 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 17.5" x 14.6" x 10.2" (444.5 x 370.8 x 259.1 mm) |
| Drivers | 4" (102mm) driver |
| EQ | Yes (High/Low frequency) |
| FM Tuner | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX5 |
| Microphone Input | Yes |
| Output Power | 120W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes |
| Weight | 24.3 lbs / 11 kg |
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