Short answer: the Ultimate Ears Megablast for better sound quality, the Bugani M83 for the lower price. The Ultimate Ears Megablast ranks #61 of 77 large speakers at $240. The Bugani M83 ranks #71 at $60, $180 cheaper.
What the Ultimate Ears Megablast offers: Alexa integration (Wi-Fi + Bluetooth). Watch for: Bass is not very deep compared to the competition
What the Bugani M83 offers: Very inexpensive. Watch for: Not very deep bass, treble a little boosted
Buy the Ultimate Ears Megablast if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Bugani M83 if the price matters more than sound quality.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip both of these and look higher up the 77 large speakers instead.
If battery life is a priority, the Bugani M83 is rated for 40 hours versus 16 hours for the Ultimate Ears Megablast.
Specifications Side By Side
| Ultimate Ears Megablast | Bugani M83 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $240 Discontinued | $60 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #61 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #71 of 77 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 64Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg | 5.1 lbs / 2.3 kg |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Built in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| EQ | No | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.2 |
| Drivers | 2x 55mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters | 2x 3.5" (89mm) woofers + 2x 1" (25mm) tweeters + 2x passive bass radiators |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | - |
| Output Power | Specs not published by manufacturer | 50W |
| Dimensions | 9.3" x 3.5" (236.2 x 88.9 mm) (height x diameter) | 12.6" x 4.3" x 6.7" (320 x 109 x 170 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Ultimate Ears Megablast: $240 Discontinued Ultimate Ears Megablast
Pros: Alexa integration (Wi-Fi + Bluetooth). 93dB loudest in UE lineup, 40% louder than Megaboom. IP67 waterproof and drop-proof. 16 hour battery. Party mode connects up to 8 speakers. Can use while charging to keep Alexa on 24/7.
Cons: Bass is not very deep compared to the competition. Discontinued.
Full Ultimate Ears Megablast review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 64Hz |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 9.3" x 3.5" (236.2 x 88.9 mm) (height x diameter) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 55mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Output Power | Specs not published by manufacturer |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg |
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Bugani M83: $60 Discontinued
Pros: Very inexpensive.
Cons: Not very deep bass, treble a little boosted. Discontinued.
Full Bugani M83 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 12.6" x 4.3" x 6.7" (320 x 109 x 170 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 3.5" (89mm) woofers + 2x 1" (25mm) tweeters + 2x passive bass radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Output Power | 50W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 5.1 lbs / 2.3 kg |
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