Short answer: the Teufel Rockster Neo for sound, the Mackie Thump Go for price. The Neo takes #4 of 14 battery-powered PA speakers against the Thump Go’s #7, but the Mackie’s 8-inch high-output woofer and 1-inch compression driver still deliver serious dynamic range for $357.73 less. Neither is top of class: the Neo trails the JBL Partybox 330 and Electro-Voice Everse 12, and the Thump Go trails the Everse 8 and S1 Pro.
Buy the Teufel Rockster Neo. It is rated higher for sound quality, and saving $357.73 with the Mackie Thump Go does not make up for the sound-quality gap.
Battery life favors the Teufel Rockster Neo: rated for 36 hours against 12 hours for the Mackie Thump Go.
There is a real gap in water resistance: the Teufel Rockster Neo at IP44 (splashing) against the Mackie Thump Go, which has no water resistance.
Still deciding? The full PA & Live Sound rankings cover every ranked option.
Specifications Side By Side
| Teufel Rockster Neo | Mackie Thump Go | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $807.72 | $449.99 |
| Ranked | #4 of 14 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers | #7 of 14 in Battery-Powered PA Speakers |
| App | Yes (Teufel Go) | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 40Hz | 50Hz |
| Battery Life | 36 hours, 56 with Eco Mode (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | - |
| Dimensions | 17.2” x 25.6” x 12.8” (438 x 649 x 326 mm) | 18” x 9.1” x 11.2” (457 x 230 x 285 mm) |
| EQ | No | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP44 | None |
| Inputs | 2x XLR/6.3mm combo (mic/instrument/line), 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth | 2x XLR/TRS combo (mic/line), 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Link, up to 100 speakers) | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | - |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Weight | 38.3 lbs (17.35 kg) | 17.6 lbs (8 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 200W | 200W |
| Drivers | 2-way: 1x 300mm long-throw woofer + 1x 35mm compression tweeter (coaxial) | 8” woofer, 1” compression driver |
| Maximum SPL | 124.5dB | 115dB |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Microphone Input | Yes (XLR combo) | Yes |
| XLR Input | Yes (2x combo, mic/instrument/line) | Yes |
| Guitar Input | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | - |
| Configuration | Battery-powered 2-way active PA | Battery-powered 2-way active PA |
| Rigging | 35mm pole mount | 35mm pole mount; monitor wedge |
| DSP | No | Feedback eliminator, Music Duck and voicing modes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage | 110° conical | 90° H x 60° V |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 46Hz | 57Hz |
| Frequency Response | 46Hz - 16kHz (-3dB, Manufacturer specified) | 57Hz - 20kHz (-3dB, Manufacturer specified) |
| Cabinet Material | Plastic and wood | Polypropylene |
Related Speaker Comparisons
More top alternatives to Teufel Rockster Neo:
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Electro-Voice Everse 12
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Electrotec Stage One
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Electro-Voice Everse 8
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Teufel Rockster Air 2
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Bose S1 Pro+
Prices on this page were last checked October 4, 2026 at 9:58 PM UTC. Product prices and availability are accurate as of that date/time and are subject to change; the price and availability shown on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
As an eBay Partner, we may be compensated if you make a purchase.
The Two Speakers In Full
Teufel Rockster Neo: $807.72 eBay
Older model: the Teufel Rockster (rated 4.4/5).
Pros: Similar tuning to the other Teufel speakers: pretty good, but not top of class. Measured bass extension of 46Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Not quite as good sounding as the JBL Partybox 330 or Electro-Voice Everse 12. Bass isn’t as deep as the JBL Partybox 330 or even the JBL Partybox 130.
Full Teufel Rockster Neo review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 200W |
|---|---|
| App | Yes (Teufel Go) |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 40Hz |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 46Hz |
| Battery Life | 36 hours, 56 with Eco Mode (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Cabinet Material | Plastic and wood |
| Configuration | Battery-powered 2-way active PA |
| Coverage | 110° conical |
| DSP | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 17.2” x 25.6” x 12.8” (438 x 649 x 326 mm) |
| Drivers | 2-way: 1x 300mm long-throw woofer + 1x 35mm compression tweeter (coaxial) |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 46Hz - 16kHz (-3dB, Manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP44 |
| Inputs | 2x XLR/6.3mm combo (mic/instrument/line), 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| Maximum SPL | 124.5dB |
| Microphone Input | Yes (XLR combo) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (Party Link, up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Rigging | 35mm pole mount |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 38.3 lbs (17.35 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes (2x combo, mic/instrument/line) |
- Links
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Teufel Rockster Air 2
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Electro-Voice Everse 8
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Electrotec Stage One
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Bose S1 Pro+
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Electro-Voice Everse 12
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Soundboks 4
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs Teufel Rockster Air
- Teufel Rockster Neo vs JBL Eon One Compact
- See all 30 comparisons
Mackie Thump Go: $449.99 Amazon eBay
Pros: 8-inch custom high-output woofer + 1-inch compression driver delivers powerful audio with incredible dynamic range. Built-in mini live mixer with two XLR/TRS combo inputs + 3.5mm aux. Up to 12 hours battery (5 hours comfortable gig time), removable for swapping spares. Lightweight 17.6 lbs. Balanced sound with crisp highs, tight lows, natural vocals. Pair two Mackie Thump Gos for stereo via app. High efficiency drivers reach 2-3x the volume of typical speakers for the same wattage. Measured bass extension of 57Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Not quite as good sounding as a Everse 8 or S1 Pro. Bluetooth pairing doesn’t auto connect every time. Designed for more loudness than deeper bass. Battery latch breaks easily. Handle on top also can break off. Not very deep bass
Full Mackie Thump Go review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 200W |
|---|---|
| App | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 50Hz |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 57Hz |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Cabinet Material | Polypropylene |
| Configuration | Battery-powered 2-way active PA |
| Coverage | 90° H x 60° V |
| DSP | Feedback eliminator, Music Duck and voicing modes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 18” x 9.1” x 11.2” (457 x 230 x 285 mm) |
| Drivers | 8” woofer, 1” compression driver |
| EQ | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 57Hz - 20kHz (-3dB, Manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | 2x XLR/TRS combo (mic/line), 3.5mm stereo, Bluetooth |
| Maximum SPL | 115dB |
| Microphone Input | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Rigging | 35mm pole mount; monitor wedge |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 17.6 lbs (8 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
- Links
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- W. Weiss: Part 3 Sound Demonstration The New EV Everse 8 compared to The Mackie Thump Go
- W. Weiss: Part 3 Shootout MACKIE THUMP GO vs BOSE S1 PRO vs JBL EON ONE COMPACT Max Volume Demo A New Winner!
- W. Weiss: Part 2 NEW MACKIE THUMP GO review/sound demo VS JBL Compact & Bose S1Pro Most Popular portable PAs
- W. Weiss: The $400 Club - Budget Portable PA’s Mackie Thump Go, JBL Partybox 110, Yamaha DBR10
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
- Mackie Thump Go vs Bose S1 Pro+
- Mackie Thump Go vs Soundboks 4
- Mackie Thump Go vs Teufel Rockster Air
- Mackie Thump Go vs Teufel Rockster Air 2
- Mackie Thump Go vs Electro-Voice Everse 8
- Mackie Thump Go vs Electrotec Stage One
- Mackie Thump Go vs JBL Eon One Compact
- Mackie Thump Go vs Electro-Voice Everse 12
- See all 36 comparisons