Short answer: the Tribit Stormbox for better sound quality, the Tribit Stormbox Mini+ for the lower price. The Tribit Stormbox ranks #93 of 136 medium speakers at $68. The Tribit Stormbox Mini+ ranks #110 at $29.96, $38.04 cheaper.
On the Tribit Stormbox side: IPX7 water resistant, dual pairing for stereo setup, excellent battery life (20 hours), instant on/off buttons, 97dB max volume. Watch for: Muffled sounding, treble dips from 5khz-12khz.
What the Tribit Stormbox Mini+ gets right: IPX7 waterproof, app support with EQ presets and AAC codec, true wireless stereo (TWS) capability, USB-C charging, built-in mic for calls, AUX input, microSD card playback. The tradeoff: Not a great sounding speaker, really weak bass.
Buy the Tribit Stormbox if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Tribit Stormbox Mini+ if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip the Tribit Stormbox Mini+. It ranks near the bottom of the 136 medium speakers, so look higher up the list instead.
If battery life is a priority, the Tribit Stormbox is rated for 20 hours versus 12 hours for the Tribit Stormbox Mini+.
Specifications Side By Side
| Tribit Stormbox | Tribit Stormbox Mini+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $68 | $29.96 |
| Ranked | #93 of 136 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #110 of 136 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 0ms | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 52Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | - |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 166ms | - |
| Max Volume | 97dB | - |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs / 535 g | 1.2 lbs / 544 g |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Dimensions | 7.1" x 2.7" x 2.7" (180 x 68 x 68 mm) | 3.6" x 3.6" x 4.7" (91 x 91 x 119 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 45mm full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators | 2x 48mm full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Party Mode | No | - |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Output Power | 20W | 12W |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | No |
| Charging Time | - | 2.5 hours |
| Lights | - | Yes |
| Stereo | - | Yes |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Tribit Stormbox: $68 Amazon
Pros: IPX7 water resistant, dual pairing for stereo setup, excellent battery life (20 hours), instant on/off buttons, 97dB max volume
Cons: Muffled sounding, treble dips from 5khz-12khz. Listening from the front is the worst frequency response, lay it down facing up with xbass off for the smoothest response. Not technically a 360 speaker, only front and rear.
Full Tribit Stormbox review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 0ms |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 52Hz |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Latency | 166ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 7.1" x 2.7" x 2.7" (180 x 68 x 68 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 45mm full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 97dB |
| Omnidirectional | Yes |
| Output Power | 20W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs / 535 g |
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Tribit Stormbox Mini+: $29.96 Amazon
Pros: IPX7 waterproof, app support with EQ presets and AAC codec, true wireless stereo (TWS) capability, USB-C charging, built-in mic for calls, AUX input, microSD card playback.
Cons: Not a great sounding speaker, really weak bass.
Full Tribit Stormbox Mini+ review and specifications →
| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Charging Time | 2.5 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 3.6" x 3.6" x 4.7" (91 x 91 x 119 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 48mm full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Lights | Yes |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 12W |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs / 544 g |
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