Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The Tribit Stormbox Blast ranks #2 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality at $199.99; the Klipsch Detroit ranks #81 of 120 large speakers by sound quality at $235.11.
The Tribit Stormbox Blast is the deeper-bass, longer-running option. A boombox with bass and volume that rival bigger party speakers, quite neutral sound, and a 30 hour battery. Its bass reaches about 43Hz before falling 10dB, against 55Hz for the Klipsch Detroit. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 20 for the Klipsch Detroit. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Klipsch Detroit lacks. The tradeoff: Lacks a bit of detail compared to the top ranked speakers in other size categories, dip at 5.5kHz.
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 at 12 lbs (5.45 kg). It links with other speakers (Broadcast Mode), which the Tribit Stormbox Blast cannot. The tradeoff: Weird boosted upper bass, bass not very deep.
Buy the Tribit Stormbox Blast at $199.99 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 | Klipsch Detroit | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.99 | $235.11 |
| Ranked | #2 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #81 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes (Tribit App) | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 0ms | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 43Hz | ~55Hz |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (10 band) | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IP67 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 66ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 108dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 93dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Broadcast Mode) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | Yes (USB-C, 10W) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 12 lbs (5.45 kg) | 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) |
| USB Playback | No | - |
| FM Tuner | No | - |
| Microphone Input | No | - |
| MicroSD Playback | No | - |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Amplifier Power | 90W RMS (140W peak) | 30W RMS |
| Dimensions | 15.7” x 6.3” x 9.1” (400 x 160 x 230 mm) | 13.1” x 4.2” x 4.7” (334 x 107 x 119 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x ~107mm (4.2”) woofers + 2x ~25mm tweeters | 2x 76mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Strap | No | Yes (detachable strap) |
| Frequency Response | - | 55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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