Short answer: the Tronsmart Bang Max. It ranks #52 of 112 boombox speakers by sound quality, rated 3.4/5, at $229.99; the Marshall Tufton ranks #88, rated 2.4/5, and costs $474.95, so there is little reason to consider the other one.
The Tronsmart Bang Max is the better-sounding, tougher choice. A loud, feature packed party speaker with big bass, app EQ, lights, and separate mic and guitar inputs. It is rated IPX6 against IPX2 for the Marshall Tufton. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Marshall Tufton. The tradeoff: Its bass-first tuning prioritizes impact over accuracy: upper mids and lower treble can sound unnatural, while fine midrange and treble detail are limited.
The case for the Marshall Tufton: A classic Marshall styled boombox with a long battery, quick charging and sturdy construction that spreads sound all around. The catch: Not much lower bass, upper bass boomy, boosted treble, not very balanced overall.
Buy the Tronsmart Bang Max. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Marshall Tufton and costs less, so only choose the other one for a particular feature it does better.
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A loud, feature packed party speaker with big bass, app EQ, lights, and separate mic and guitar inputs.
A classic Marshall styled boombox with a long battery, quick charging and sturdy construction that spreads sound all around.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Tronsmart Bang Max | Marshall Tufton | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $229.99 | $474.95 |
| Ranked | #52 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #88 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Aux Latency | 16ms | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 39Hz | 42Hz |
| EQ | Yes (multiple modes) | Yes (hidden bass and treble adjustment) |
| IP Rating | IPX6 | IPX2 |
| Bluetooth Latency | 160ms | - |
| Maximum SPL | 111dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | No |
| Power Input | AC Power brick | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | Yes |
| Weight | 12.8 lbs (5.8 kg) | 10.8 lbs (4.9 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| Amplifier Power | 130W | 80W |
| Dimensions | 18.5” x 7.8” x 10.2” (470 x 199 x 260 mm) | 9” x 6.4” x 13.8” (229.1 x 163.1 x 350 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x ~165mm (6.5”) woofers + 2x ~63mm (2.5”) mid drivers + 2x ~25mm (1”) tweeters | 1x 5.25” woofer + 2x 2” full-range + 1x 16mm tweeter |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Lights | Yes | - |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Strap | - | Yes (built-in strap) |
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