Short answer: the Ultimate Ears Roll 2 for better sound quality, the Skullcandy Terrain/Terrain XT/Terrain XL for the lower price. The Ultimate Ears Roll 2 ranks #125 of 136 medium speakers at $100. The Skullcandy Terrain/Terrain XT/Terrain XL ranks #129 at $49.24, $50.76 cheaper.
What the Ultimate Ears Roll 2 gets right: Thin, flat profile fits easily in a bag or purse; light at 0.73 lb. The catch: Not stereo.
The case for the Skullcandy Terrain/Terrain XT/Terrain XL: IPX7 rated with a carry strap. The tradeoff: No bass, very rolled off treble.
Buy the Ultimate Ears Roll 2 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Skullcandy Terrain/Terrain XT/Terrain XL 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 136 medium speakers instead.
If battery life is a priority, the Skullcandy Terrain/Terrain XT/Terrain XL is rated for 14 hours versus 9 hours for the Ultimate Ears Roll 2.
Specifications Side By Side
| Ultimate Ears Roll 2 | Skullcandy Terrain/Terrain XT/Terrain XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $100 | $49.24 |
| Ranked | #125 of 136 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #129 of 136 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Battery Life | 9 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs / 330 g | 1.9 lbs / 0.85 kg |
| IP Rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 5.3 |
| Dimensions | 5.9" x 5.3" x 1.6" (149.5 x 135 x 40 mm) | 7.5" x 3.5" x 3.5" (190 x 89 x 89 mm) (7.5 x 3.5 x 3.5 inches) |
| Drivers | 1x 2" full-range + 2x 0.75" tweeters | 2x 48mm |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| App | Yes (UE Roll app) | Yes |
| Built in Microphone | No | Yes (Terrain XL only) |
| Power Input | Micro USB | USB-C |
| Aux Input | Yes | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | - | SBC |
| Output Power | - | Not specified |
| Max Volume | - | 95dB SPL |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Ultimate Ears Roll 2: $100
Pros: Thin, flat profile fits easily in a bag or purse; light at 0.73 lb. Built-in bungee cord for hanging from a hook, nail, or door handle. Life-resistant waterproof/dustproof shell.
Cons: Not stereo. Barely any bass, rolled off treble off axis
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| App | Yes (UE Roll app) |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 9 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
| Built in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 5.9" x 5.3" x 1.6" (149.5 x 135 x 40 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 2" full-range + 2x 0.75" tweeters |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs / 330 g |
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Skullcandy Terrain/Terrain XT/Terrain XL: $49.24 Amazon
Pros: IPX7 rated with a carry strap. Reasonable battery life across the lineup (14-18 hours depending on model).
Cons: No bass, very rolled off treble. Distortion in the treble. Just doesn’t sound good
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| App | Yes |
|---|---|
| Battery Life | 14 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Built in Microphone | Yes (Terrain XL only) |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 7.5" x 3.5" x 3.5" (190 x 89 x 89 mm) (7.5 x 3.5 x 3.5 inches) |
| Drivers | 2x 48mm |
| IP Rating | IPX7 |
| Max Volume | 95dB SPL |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Output Power | Not specified |
| Power Input | USB-C |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 1.9 lbs / 0.85 kg |
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