Short answer: the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 for better sound quality, the Anker Soundcore Mini for the lower price. The Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 ranks #6 of 47 small speakers at $49.98. The Anker Soundcore Mini ranks #13 at $30, $19.98 cheaper.
What the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 offers: Deeper bass than the last one by a little. Watch for: Thuddy distorted bass by default, needs an EQ to fix.
On the Anker Soundcore Mini side: Has an FM tuner, aux input and MicroSD. Set against that: Not quite as deep of bass as higher ranked speakers.
Buy the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Anker Soundcore Mini if the price matters more than sound quality.
If battery life is a priority, the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 is rated for 24 hours versus 15 hours for the Anker Soundcore Mini.
If water resistance matters to you, the Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 at IP68 (extended submersion) holds up far better than the Anker Soundcore Mini at no water resistance.
Specifications Side By Side
| Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 | Anker Soundcore Mini | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $49.98 | $30 |
| Ranked | #6 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #13 of 47 in Small Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 62Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | Yes (9 Band) | No |
| IP Rating | IP68 | None |
| Max Volume | 93dB | - |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | Micro USB |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | Pointing up |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs / 330 g | 0.4 lbs / 200 g |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 | 4.0 |
| Output Power | 13W | 5W |
| Dimensions | 4.4" x 4.2" x 1.8" (112 x 107.9 x 45 mm) | 3.7" x 3.6" x 3.6" (94 x 92 x 91 mm) |
| Drivers | 48mm NdFeB driver with coaxial passive radiators | 1x 2" (50mm) full-range driver + 1x passive radiator |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| FM Tuner | - | Yes |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| Charging Time | - | 2.5 hours |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Tribit Stormbox Micro 3: $49.98 Amazon Aliexpress
Pros: Deeper bass than the last one by a little
Cons: Thuddy distorted bass by default, needs an EQ to fix. Hopefully Tribit fixes this in the DSP with an update. Treble
Full Tribit Stormbox Micro 3 review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 62Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 4.4" x 4.2" x 1.8" (112 x 107.9 x 45 mm) |
| Drivers | 48mm NdFeB driver with coaxial passive radiators |
| EQ | Yes (9 Band) |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Max Volume | 93dB |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Output Power | 13W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-C) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs / 330 g |
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Anker Soundcore Mini: $30 Amazon
Pros: Has an FM tuner, aux input and MicroSD. Quite cheap
Cons: Not quite as deep of bass as higher ranked speakers. No waterproofing
Full Anker Soundcore Mini review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 2.5 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3.7" x 3.6" x 3.6" (94 x 92 x 91 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 2" (50mm) full-range driver + 1x passive radiator |
| EQ | No |
| FM Tuner | Yes |
| IP Rating | None |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up |
| Output Power | 5W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.4 lbs / 200 g |
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