Short answer: the Soundcore 3, if you are buying new. The Tribit Xsound Mega ranks higher than it (#20 vs #62 of 157 medium speakers, 4.1/5 vs 3.4/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Soundcore 3 is still sold new at $59.99.
The Tribit Xsound Mega is the better-sounding, deeper-bass pick. Deepest bass of any medium size speaker. Its bass reaches about 47Hz before falling 10dB, against 60Hz for the Soundcore 3. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Soundcore 3 lacks. The catch: Single driver, not stereo.
The Soundcore 3 is the lighter option. Identical in acoustic design and performance to the retailer variant Soundcore Select 2. At 0.8 lbs (372 g) it weighs much less than the Tribit Xsound Mega at 2.2 lbs (1.02 kg). It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Tribit Xsound Mega.
Buy the Soundcore 3 if you want one new; the Tribit Xsound Mega is discontinued, so only look for it used.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Tribit Xsound Mega | Soundcore 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $116.70 Discontinued | $59.99 |
| Ranked | #20 of 157 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #62 of 157 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 47Hz | 60Hz |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | - |
| EQ | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 200ms | 180ms |
| Maximum SPL | 100dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 99dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Power Bank | No | - |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 2.2 lbs (1020 g) | 0.8 lbs (372 g) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Drivers | 60mm woofer + 35mm tweeter + passive radiators | 2x 38mm (1.5”) titanium diaphragm full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (additional codecs unverified) | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| Dimensions | 9.8”H x 3.4”W x 3.1”D (250 x 87 x 80 mm) | 6.9” x 2.2” x 2.3” (174 x 57 x 59 mm) |
| Amplifier Power | 30W RMS | 16W |
| Party Mode | - | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) |
| Strap | - | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Tribit Xsound Mega: $116.70 Discontinued Amazon eBay
Pros: Deepest bass of any medium size speaker. Use xbass mode for flattest frequency response. Measured bass extension of 47Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Single driver, not stereo. Lack of detail. Lack of upper treble, peaky lower treble. Not great off axis. Keep in mind this speaker gives up some sound quality for deeper bass. Discontinued.
Full Tribit Xsound Mega review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 30W RMS |
|---|---|
| App | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 47Hz |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (additional codecs unverified) |
| Bluetooth Latency | 200ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built-in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 9.8”H x 3.4”W x 3.1”D (250 x 87 x 80 mm) |
| Drivers | 60mm woofer + 35mm tweeter + passive radiators |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Maximum SPL | 100dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 2.2 lbs (1020 g) |
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Soundcore 3: $59.99 Amazon eBay
Older model: the Soundcore 2 (ranked lower, rated 3/5).
Pros: Soundcore 3 uses 2x 38mm (1.5”) titanium diaphragm full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators. Its 372 g, claimed 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) battery life, IPX7 protection, up to 99dB and stereo playback make it a practical option for its intended room or portable use. Identical in acoustic design and performance to the retailer variant Soundcore Select 2. Measured bass extension of 60Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Bass is limited by its 60Hz specification.
Full Soundcore 3 review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 16W |
|---|---|
| App | Yes |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 60Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| Bluetooth Latency | 180ms |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 6.9” x 2.2” x 2.3” (174 x 57 x 59 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 38mm (1.5”) titanium diaphragm full-range drivers + 2x passive radiators |
| EQ | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Maximum SPL | 99dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| Strap | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs (372 g) |
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