Short answer: the Tribit Stormbox Blast. It ranks #2 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality, rated 4.5/5, at $199.99. The ION Pathfinder 320 ranks #100, rated 2.2/5, at $129.99, $70 cheaper, a saving that is not big enough to make up the sound-quality gap.
The Tribit Stormbox Blast is the better-sounding, lighter pick. A boombox with bass and volume that rival bigger party speakers, quite neutral sound, and a 30 hour battery. At 12 lbs (5.45 kg) it weighs much less than the ION Pathfinder 320 at 22.7 lbs (10.3 kg). It is rated IPX7 against IPX5 for the ION Pathfinder 320. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the ION Pathfinder 320. The tradeoff: Lacks a bit of detail compared to the top ranked speakers in other size categories, dip at 5.5kHz.
The ION Pathfinder 320 is the longer-running choice. A wheeled party speaker with an enormous battery, splash resistance, FM radio and ports for charging phones. It is rated for 100 hours of battery against 30 for the Tribit Stormbox Blast. Watch for: Bass is not as deep as competitors.
Buy the Tribit Stormbox Blast. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $70 you would save on the ION Pathfinder 320 does not close the gap.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Tribit Stormbox Blast | ION Pathfinder 320 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.99 | $129.99 |
| Ranked | #2 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #100 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes (Tribit App) | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 0ms | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 43Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 100 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| EQ | Yes (10 band) | Yes (High/Low frequency) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX5 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 66ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 108dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | Yes |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 12 lbs (5.45 kg) | 22.7 lbs (10.3 kg) |
| USB Playback | No | Yes |
| FM Tuner | No | Yes |
| Microphone Input | No | No |
| MicroSD Playback | No | - |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Amplifier Power | 90W RMS (140W peak) | 200W |
| Dimensions | 15.7” x 6.3” x 9.1” (400 x 160 x 230 mm) | 15.1” x 10.4” x 19.4” (383.5 x 264.2 x 492.8 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x ~107mm (4.2”) woofers + 2x ~25mm tweeters | 2x 4” (102mm) drivers |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Strap | No | - |
| Wheels | - | Yes |
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