Short answer: the Tribit Stormbox Mini+ for features, the Tribit Xsound Surf for its rugged frame. The Mini+ is IPX7 waterproof with app EQ presets, AAC support, TWS pairing, USB-C charging and a built-in mic, but it is not a great sounding speaker with really weak bass. The Xsound Surf has a rugged rubberized frame and metal grille, but its bass does not go as deep as others and it has strange midrange peaks.
Buy the Tribit Stormbox Mini+ if you want one new; the Tribit Xsound Surf is discontinued, so only look for it used.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Tribit Stormbox Mini+ | Tribit Xsound Surf | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $39.99 | $26 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #145 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #103 of 179 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Charging Time | 2.5 hours | - |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs (544 g) | 1 lbs (440 g) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
| Dimensions | 3.6” x 3.6” x 4.7” (91 x 91 x 119 mm) | 7” x 2.2” x 2.1” (178 x 57 x 54 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 48mm full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator | 40W: 2x drivers with passive radiator |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Likely Yes (based on Tribit pattern) |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Amplifier Power | 12W | 12W RMS |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| EQ | Yes (App EQ) | Yes |
| Frequency Response | - | 70Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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