Short answer: the Ultimate Ears Everboom. It ranks #35 of 115 large speakers by sound quality, rated 3.9/5, at $149.99; the DALI Katch G2 ranks #85, rated 2.8/5, and costs $750, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
The Ultimate Ears Everboom is the better-sounding pick. A light, waterproof speaker that plays in every direction, with warm sound, a long battery and linking with many speakers. It links with other speakers (PartyUp up to 50 speakers), which the DALI Katch G2 cannot. It has an adjustable EQ, which the DALI Katch G2 lacks. Watch for: Careful placement and volume setting remain important for balanced sound.
The DALI Katch G2 is the longer-running option. A slim, elegant waterproof stereo speaker with a built in strap, a very long battery, and high quality Bluetooth. It is rated for 30 hours of battery against 20 for the Ultimate Ears Everboom. It supports aptX HD Bluetooth, which the Ultimate Ears Everboom lacks. It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the Ultimate Ears Everboom. The tradeoff: Loses bass quickly after 40% volume.
Buy the Ultimate Ears Everboom. It is rated higher for sound quality than the DALI Katch G2 and costs less, which makes it the one to get unless you need something the other one does better.
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A light, waterproof speaker that plays in every direction, with warm sound, a long battery and linking with many speakers.
A slim, elegant waterproof stereo speaker with a built in strap, a very long battery, and high quality Bluetooth.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Ultimate Ears Everboom | DALI Katch G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $149.99 | $750.00 |
| Ranked | #35 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #85 of 115 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Battery Life | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 30 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX7 |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyUp up to 50 speakers) | No |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | No |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Weight | 2.1 lbs (949 g) | 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg) |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 8.1” x 3.3” x 4.3” (205 x 85 x 110 mm) | 10.6” x 5.4” x 1.9” (269 x 138 x 47 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 56.6mm x 56.2mm fullrange transducers + 2x passive radiators | 2x 89mm woofers, 2x 21mm tweeters |
| Amplifier Power | 14W | 50W RMS |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in loop) | Yes (built-in strap) |
| Charging Time | - | 2 hours |
| Frequency Response | - | 49Hz - 23kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
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