Short answer: the Tronsmart T8. It ranks #54 of 182 medium speakers by sound quality (rated 3.6/5) at $49.99 and is still sold new; the Tronsmart T7 ranks #123 (rated 2.8/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The Tronsmart T8 is the better-sounding, longer-running choice. An affordable waterproof speaker with upward firing drivers that spread sound around, plus lights, app EQ, an aux input and stereo pairing. It is rated for 18 hours of battery against 12 for the Tronsmart T7. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Tronsmart T7 lacks. Watch for: Against the Xiaomi Sound Outdoor, listeners in Mateusz Cholewa’s comparison found the T8 harsh and tiring, and Techder Audios’ test showed the Xiaomi Sound Party with deeper, heavier bass.
The case for the Tronsmart T7: A waterproof speaker with app EQ, a light ring, microSD playback and stereo pairing, now discontinued. Watch for: Peaky in the upper mids and in the mid treble.
Buy the Tronsmart T8. It is rated higher for sound quality; the Tronsmart T7 is no longer sold new.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Tronsmart T8 | Tronsmart T7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $49.99 | $43 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #54 of 182 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #123 of 182 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Stereo | Partially | Yes |
| Amplifier Power | 40W | 30W |
| App | Yes (Tronsmart) | Yes (Tronsmart App) |
| Aux Input | Yes | No |
| Battery Life | 18 hours at 50% volume, lights off (Manufacturer specified) | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Charging Time | 4.5 hours | - |
| Dimensions | 8.6”H x 3.2”W x 3.2”D (218 x 82 x 82 mm) | 8.5” x 3.1” (216 x 78 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x upward firing full-range drivers + 1x woofer + 2x passive radiators | 2x drivers with passive radiator |
| EQ | Yes (app) | Yes (6 modes via app) |
| Frequency Response | 56Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Lights | Yes | Yes |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Pointing up | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Strap | Yes (lanyard) | - |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 1.8 lbs (0.80 kg) | 1.9 lbs (870 g) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | - | SBC |
| Party Mode | - | No |
| Built-in Microphone | - | Yes |
| Power Bank | - | No |
| Digital Aux Input | - | No |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Tronsmart T8: reviews by Mateusz Cholewa, Techder Audios and Jagist.
- Tronsmart T7: reviews by Daniel Pérez.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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