Short answer: the Ultimate Ears Hyperboom for better sound quality, the Soundcore Rave+ for the lower price. The Ultimate Ears Hyperboom ranks #31 of 50 party speakers at $449.99. The Soundcore Rave+ ranks #44 at $240, $209.99 cheaper.
The case for the Ultimate Ears Hyperboom: Strong audio performance with 2x 4.5” woofers, 2x 1” tweeters, 2x passive radiators. The tradeoff: Very expensive for what it does, a bit dull and muddy sound.
On the Soundcore Rave+ side: Excellent sound quality praised by customers with clarity, definition, and bass response. Set against that: Pretty big lack of deep bass.
Buy the Ultimate Ears Hyperboom if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Soundcore Rave+ if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip the Soundcore Rave+. It ranks near the bottom of the 50 party speakers, so look higher up the list instead.
Specifications Side By Side
| Ultimate Ears Hyperboom | Soundcore Rave+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $449.99 | $240 |
| Ranked | #31 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #44 of 50 in Party Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 55Hz | ~60Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Charging Time | 2.6 hours | - |
| Dimensions | 7.5" x 7.5" x 14.3" (190 x 190 x 364 mm) | 21.7" x 12.6" x 12.2" (550 x 320 x 310 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 5.66" woofers, 2x 0.98" tweeters, passive radiators | 2x 5.25" (133mm) woofers + 2x 2" (51mm) tweeters |
| EQ | No | No |
| IP Rating | None | None |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyUp up to 50 speakers) | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No | Yes |
| Power Input | AC Power brick | - |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | No | No |
| USB Playback | No | No |
| Weight | 13 lbs / 5.9 kg | 7.7 lbs / 3.49 kg |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Output Power | - | 160W |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Ultimate Ears Hyperboom: $449.99 Amazon
Pros: Strong audio performance with 2x 4.5” woofers, 2x 1” tweeters, 2x passive radiators. Up to 24 hours battery at 50% volume (3 hours at max). Adaptive bass compensation for wall-reflective environments. Dual Bluetooth pairing, aux and optical inputs, USB-out for device charging. IPX4 splash-proof. Sliding rubber handle and compact square design.
Cons: Very expensive for what it does, a bit dull and muddy sound. Not as loud as others in the class. Bass not as deep as a Partybox 100. External power brick for charging.
Full Ultimate Ears Hyperboom review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 55Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Charging Time | 2.6 hours |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 7.5" x 7.5" x 14.3" (190 x 190 x 364 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 5.66" woofers, 2x 0.98" tweeters, passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyUp up to 50 speakers) |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Power brick |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 13 lbs / 5.9 kg |
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Soundcore Rave+: $240 Soundcore
Pros: Excellent sound quality praised by customers with clarity, definition, and bass response. Custom EQ option (Rave+ adds what original Rave lacked) for personalization. Long battery life exceeds JBL Partybox 100. IPX5 water rating for wet conditions (not submersible). Wireless connectivity and multi-device support.
Cons: Pretty big lack of deep bass
Full Soundcore Rave+ review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~60Hz |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 21.7" x 12.6" x 12.2" (550 x 320 x 310 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 5.25" (133mm) woofers + 2x 2" (51mm) tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | 160W |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyCast up to 100 speakers) |
| Power Bank | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 7.7 lbs / 3.49 kg |
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