Short answer: the Tribit Stormbox Blast. It ranks #2 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality, rated 4.5/5, at $199.99; the Monster Rockin’ Roller 270 ranks #104, rated 2.1/5, and costs $208.99, which makes this an easy call rather than a real tradeoff.
The Tribit Stormbox Blast is the better-sounding, deeper-bass choice. 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 53Hz for the Monster Rockin’ Roller 270. At 12 lbs (5.45 kg) it weighs much less than the Monster Rockin’ Roller 270 at 28.7 lbs (13 kg). It is rated IPX7 against IPX4 for the Monster Rockin’ Roller 270. Watch for: Lacks a bit of detail compared to the top ranked speakers in other size categories, dip at 5.5kHz.
The Monster Rockin’ Roller 270 is the longer-running option. A wheeled party speaker with an enormous battery, sound spread wide around it and a wireless phone charging pad. It is rated for 100 hours of battery against 30 for the Tribit Stormbox Blast. Watch for: Bass not as deep as competitors, less neutral than ION speakers.
Buy the Tribit Stormbox Blast. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Monster Rockin’ Roller 270 and costs less, so only choose the other one for a particular feature it does better.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Tribit Stormbox Blast | Monster Rockin’ Roller 270 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.99 | $208.99 |
| Ranked | #2 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #104 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes (Tribit App) | Yes (Monster Zone Control app) |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 0ms | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 43Hz | 53Hz |
| 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 |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX4 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 66ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 108dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 96dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | Yes (USB-A, 5V/2.1A) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 12 lbs (5.45 kg) | 28.7 lbs (13 kg) |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| FM Tuner | No | Yes |
| Microphone Input | 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” x 18.6” x 10.9” (381 x 472 x 276 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x ~107mm (4.2”) woofers + 2x ~25mm tweeters | 2x 3” (76mm) woofers + 2x tweeters (size undisclosed) |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Strap | No | No |
| Wheels | - | Yes |
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