Short answer: the Teufel Rockster Cross. It ranks #23 of 115 large speakers by sound quality, rated 4.2/5, at $199.99; the Klipsch Detroit ranks #76, rated 3.1/5, and costs $235.11, which makes this an easy call rather than a real tradeoff.
The Teufel Rockster Cross is the better-sounding choice. A splash resistant speaker with fairly neutral, vocal focused sound and punchy, controlled bass that suits rock and jazz. It supports aptX Bluetooth, which the Klipsch Detroit lacks. Watch for: Outdoor mode can sound somewhat harsh due to the 4kHz peak.
The Klipsch Detroit is the tougher choice. A rugged, fully waterproof stereo boombox with a long battery, fast USB-C charging, and power bank output. It is rated IP67 against IPX5 for the Teufel Rockster Cross. It links with other speakers (Broadcast Mode), which the Teufel Rockster Cross cannot. The tradeoff: Weird boosted upper bass, bass not very deep.
Buy the Teufel Rockster Cross. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Klipsch Detroit and costs less, so only choose the other one for a particular feature it does better.
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A splash resistant speaker with fairly neutral, vocal focused sound and punchy, controlled bass that suits rock and jazz.
A rugged, fully waterproof stereo boombox with a long battery, fast USB-C charging, and power bank output.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Teufel Rockster Cross | Klipsch Detroit | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.99 | $235.11 |
| Ranked | #23 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #76 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 51Hz | ~55Hz |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX5 | IP67 |
| Power Input | DC barrel jack | USB-C |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg) | 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) |
| App | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | No |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Broadcast Mode) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | Yes (USB-C, 10W) |
| Stereo | Partially | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 15” x 6.3” x 5.1” (380 x 160 x 130 mm) | 13.1” x 4.2” x 4.7” (334 x 107 x 119 mm) |
| Drivers | 5” woofer, 2x textile dome tweeters + 2x passive radiators | 2x 76mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | 30W | 30W RMS |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (detachable shoulder strap) | Yes (detachable strap) |
| Maximum SPL | - | 93dB (Manufacturer specified) |
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