These are not really the same size class, and that is the honest framing here. The Turtlebox/Turtlebox G2 ranks #67 of 70 boombox speakers by sound quality at $400; the Turtlebox Ranger ranks #53 of 134 medium speakers by sound quality at $250.
What the Turtlebox/Turtlebox G2 gets right: A more traditional boombox format if that’s what you’re after. The catch: it ranks near the bottom of the boombox class here.
On the Turtlebox Ranger side: Much better frequency response than the rest of the Turtlebox lineup, plus magnets for mounting it to things and a genuinely tough build. The tradeoff: bass is kind of thuddy and not as deep as higher-ranked speakers, it’s overpriced, and heavy for its size.
Buy the Turtlebox/Turtlebox G2 at $400 if you want a boombox speaker. Buy the Turtlebox Ranger at $250 if you want a medium speaker instead.
Specifications Side By Side
| Turtlebox/Turtlebox G2 | Turtlebox Ranger | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $400 | $250.00 |
| Ranked | #67 of 70 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #53 of 134 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~65Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 25 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 12+ hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Weight | 10 lbs / 4.54 kg | 2.4 lbs / 1089 g |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | - |
| App | No | - |
| EQ | No | - |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Turtlebox Party Mode) |
| Power Bank | Yes | Yes |
| USB Playback | No | - |
| Built in Microphone | No | - |
| Power Input | USB-C | - |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.4 |
| Output Power | 85W | - |
| Dimensions | 12" x 7" x 8.7" (305 x 178 x 222 mm) | 9.5" x 3.1" x 3.1" (241 x 80 x 80 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 6x9" (152x228mm) woofer + 1x 1" (25mm) titanium tweeter | 2" (51mm) woofers |
The Two Speakers In Full
Turtlebox/Turtlebox G2: $400 Amazon
Pros: Waterproof and crushproof, loud with punchy bass. 25 hour battery life (6 hours at full volume; 3 hour charge time). USB-C output charges other devices. Pairs with a second Gen 2 for larger groups.
Cons: They pretty much lie about all their specs and sound horrible in all youtube sound samples. Only 50w (from their indigogo page), will never hit 120db at a reasonable measuring distance. Putting your db meter right against the speaker doesn’t count, 1 meter distance is the standard. Barely any bass. Rattles at high volume. Uses external AC power brick to charge. Looking at it, it appears to be a generic car 2-way 6x9 speaker in a plastic box.
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~65Hz |
| Battery Life | 25 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Dimensions | 12" x 7" x 8.7" (305 x 178 x 222 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 6x9" (152x228mm) woofer + 1x 1" (25mm) titanium tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes |
| Output Power | 85W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 10 lbs / 4.54 kg |
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- Links
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Outeraudio: Turtlebox vs EcoXgear Defender Sound Comparison
- Risk Profile: TurtleBox Demo Risk Profile Podcast
- Everyday Man: Soundboks Go Vs Turttlebox Vs EcoXGear Defender
- Turtlebox Audio: Turtlebox Gen 2 - Live Sound Demo
- KosherTech: Soundcore Rave VS Turtlebox- (Sound Test Only)🎧
- Reddit Search for Turtlebox/Turtlebox G2 Review
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
Turtlebox Ranger: $250.00 Amazon
Pros: Much better frequency response than the other Turtlebox speakers. Has magnets for attaching it to things. Appears to be quite tough
Cons: Bass sounds kind of thuddy and isn’t as deep as higher ranked speakers. Overpriced. Heavy for the size, likely due to the toughness
| Battery Life | 12+ hours (Manufacturer specified) |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 |
| Dimensions | 9.5" x 3.1" x 3.1" (241 x 80 x 80 mm) |
| Drivers | 2" (51mm) woofers |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Party Mode | Yes (Turtlebox Party Mode) |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Stereo | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs / 1089 g |
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