Short answer: the Tribit Stormbox Lava for the higher ranking, the W-King T9 for the lower price. The Tribit Stormbox Lava ranks #3 of 75 large speakers at $100. The W-King T9 ranks #37 at $78.83, $21.17 cheaper.
The case for the Tribit Stormbox Lava: Fantastic bass extension. Set against that: Quite heavy for the size.
What the W-King T9 gets right: 80W output power, 106dB max volume, 24-hour battery life, power bank function, Bluetooth 5.3 with 100ft range. The catch: Peaks in the upper mids which makes it sound a bit harsh.
Buy the Tribit Stormbox Lava if the ranking matters more than the price. Buy the W-King T9 if the price matters more than the ranking.
Specifications Side By Side
| Tribit Stormbox Lava | W-King T9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $100 | $78.83 |
| Ranked | #3 of 75 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #37 of 75 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 20ms | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 44Hz | 47Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 128ms AAC, 144ms SBC | - |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (10 band) | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 | None |
| Max Volume | 108dB | 106dB |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | Yes | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 5.2 lbs / 2.37 kg | 10.1 lbs / 4.6 kg |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 12.2" x 5.8" x 6.0" (310 x 147 x 152 mm) | 30cm x 15cm x 12cm |
| Drivers | 2x 70mm woofers, 2x 30mm tweeters | 2x 4.04" subwoofers + drivers |
| Frequency Response | 43Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Output Power | 80W | 80W |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
The Two Speakers In Full
Tribit Stormbox Lava: $100 Amazon Aliexpress
Pros: Fantastic bass extension. Goes deeper than the Boom 2 as seen in the linked video of sound samples. Firmware 2.0.0 is a big improvement in neutrality.
Cons: Quite heavy for the size. Some bass boost way down low. Treble and upper mids have some peaks.
Setup: Try out the Alan Ross EQ’s at this timestamp in his video There’s also a max bass EQ from Oluv and you can turn down the lowest slider for it to be more neutral
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 20ms |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 44Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 128ms AAC, 144ms SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Dimensions | 12.2" x 5.8" x 6.0" (310 x 147 x 152 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 70mm woofers, 2x 30mm tweeters |
| EQ | Yes (10 band) |
| Frequency Response | 43Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Max Volume | 108dB |
| Output Power | 80W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 5.2 lbs / 2.37 kg |
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- JOY‘s 3D Audio Show: Tribit StormBox Lava vs SoundCore Boom 2 - sound quality demo
- Oluv Patreon: An evening with the “best portable speakers”?
- Alan Ross Reviews: Tribit Stormbox Lava Latest Firmware Update Result! v2.0.3
- Alan Ross Reviews: From harsh to smooth with these EQ settings - Tribit StormBox Lava
- Alan Ross Reviews: Tribit StormBox Lava Just Got a MASSIVE Update… WOW! 🔥
- Alan Ross Reviews: Some people love the Tribit Stormbox Lava, highly professional review 😁
- Mateusz Cholewa: Tribit Stormbox Blast 🎶 🆚Deep BASS - Tribit Stormbox LAVA
- Mateusz Cholewa: TRIBIT StormBox LAVA vs EarFun UBOOM X
- Mateusz Cholewa: TRIBIT StormBox LAVA vs Soundcore BOOM 2
- Mateusz Cholewa: TRIBIT StormBox LAVA - Unboxing.📦 Short Test vs Xtreme 4
- Mateusz Cholewa: TRIBIT StormBox LAVA Deep BASS 🆚 JBL XTREME 4
- Oluv Patreon: Tribit Stormbox Lava - quick look
- Mateusz Cholewa: 👌TRIBIT StormBox LAVA Deep Bass 🆚 Bogasing S8 Pro MAX - HiFi?
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W-King T9: $78.83 Aliexpress Amazon
Pros: 80W output power, 106dB max volume, 24-hour battery life, power bank function, Bluetooth 5.3 with 100ft range, TWS stereo pairing with wireless microphone, dual subwoofers, RGB lighting, MicroSD and AUX support, USB-C charging, karaoke capability
Cons: Peaks in the upper mids which makes it sound a bit harsh.
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 47Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Dimensions | 30cm x 15cm x 12cm |
| Drivers | 2x 4.04" subwoofers + drivers |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Max Volume | 106dB |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Output Power | 80W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 10.1 lbs / 4.6 kg |
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Alan Ross Reviews: W-King t9 party speaker vs Soundcore Rave Neo and Trance (Rave Mega) 🥳
- Alan Ross Reviews: W-King T9 or Soundcore Motion Boom - King vs World Champion! 👌
- Jay’s Straight Up Reviews & More: W-King T9 🆚 ONN Large Party Speaker -By Request for Big Tee. Can the Smaller T9 Hang With The ONN?
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
- Links
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