Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 ranks #31 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality at $279.99; the Klipsch Detroit ranks #81 of 120 large speakers by sound quality at $235.11.
The Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 is the deeper-bass, longer-running pick. A big, waterproof party speaker with deep bass, very high volume, a 30 hour battery and two mic inputs. Its bass reaches about 40Hz before falling 10dB, against 55Hz for the Klipsch Detroit. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 20 for the Klipsch Detroit. It supports AAC Bluetooth, which the Klipsch Detroit lacks. Watch for: Sounds quite muddy with the boosted lower and upper bass.
The Klipsch Detroit is the lighter option. A rugged, fully waterproof stereo boombox with a long battery, fast USB-C charging, and power bank output. At 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) it weighs much less than the Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 at 19.2 lbs (8.7 kg). It links with other speakers (Broadcast Mode), which the Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 cannot. Watch for: Weird boosted upper bass, bass not very deep.
Buy the Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 at $279.99 if you want a boombox speaker. Buy the Klipsch Detroit at $235.11 if you want a large speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 | Klipsch Detroit | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $279.99 | $235.11 |
| Ranked | #31 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #81 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 40Hz | ~55Hz |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Maximum SPL | 110dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 93dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| Microphone Input | Yes (2x 6.35mm) | - |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | Yes (USB-C, 10W) |
| Power Input | AC Power Cable or 10w USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 19.2 lbs (8.7 kg) | 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| App | Yes (Tribit app) | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (10 band) | No |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Broadcast Mode) |
| USB Playback | No | - |
| FM Tuner | No | - |
| MicroSD Playback | No | - |
| Amplifier Power | 200W AC / 180W battery | 30W RMS |
| Dimensions | 18.7” x 7.6” x 10.2” (476 x 193 x 259 mm) | 13.1” x 4.2” x 4.7” (334 x 107 x 119 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x ~180x110mm rectangular subwoofer + 2x ~80mm mid drivers + 2x ~25mm tweeters | 2x 76mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Strap | No | Yes (detachable strap) |
| Frequency Response | - | 55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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