Short answer: the Bogasing M5. It ranks #61 of 177 medium speakers by sound quality, rated 3.5/5, at $52.99. The Tribit Xsound Go ranks #101, rated 3.1/5, at $34.99, $18 cheaper, a saving that is not big enough to make up the sound-quality gap.
The Tribit Xsound Go is the lighter option. A very light, inexpensive waterproof stereo speaker with long battery life for travel and casual listening. At 0.8 lbs (380 g) it weighs much less than the Bogasing M5 at 1.7 lbs (757 g). It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Bogasing M5. Watch for: Lacking quite a bit of bass compared to bigger speakers.
The Bogasing M5 is the better-sounding, deeper-bass pick. A compact, backpack friendly speaker with very long battery life and USB-C charging at a budget price. Its bass reaches about 61Hz before falling 10dB, against 83Hz for the Tribit Xsound Go. The catch: Front/rear driver configuration.
Buy the Bogasing M5. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $18 saving on the Tribit Xsound Go is not enough to make up the difference.
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A very light, inexpensive waterproof stereo speaker with long battery life for travel and casual listening.
A compact, backpack friendly speaker with very long battery life and USB-C charging at a budget price.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Tribit Xsound Go | Bogasing M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $34.99 | $52.99 |
| Ranked | #101 of 177 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #61 of 177 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 83Hz | 61Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Maximum SPL | 98dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 96dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Stereo | Yes | No (front/rear drivers) |
| Omnidirectional | No | Yes |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs (380 g) | 1.7 lbs (757 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 6.9” x 2.3” x 2.2” (175 x 59 x 56 mm) | 6.3” x 3” x 2.8” (160 x 76 x 71 mm) |
| Amplifier Power | 16W | 40W |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | - |
| App | Yes | No |
| EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm full-range drivers + 1x passive radiator | 30W system |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Strap | Yes (built-in strap) | - |
| MicroSD Playback | - | Yes |
| Power Bank | - | Yes (USB-A) |
| USB Playback | - | Yes |
| Frequency Response | - | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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