Short answer: the W-King X20. It ranks #43 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality, rated 3.5/5, at $229.99. The Hopestar A65 ranks #57, rated 3.3/5, at $159.99, $70 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The W-King X20 had the upper hand overall, a little more detailed and clear. In indoor mode the Hopestar A65 delivers huge bass but sounds muffled; in its outdoor mode it is right on the X20’s heels.
With the X20 custom EQ’d and the Hopestar in outdoor mode the two are nearly neck and neck, and the Hopestar can go louder, which makes it a strong outdoor option.
The Hopestar includes a wireless microphone and IPX7 protection. The X20 has an app with custom EQ, a much longer claimed battery life and a lighter body.
Buy the W-King X20. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $70 saving on the Hopestar A65 is not enough to make up the difference.
If battery life is a priority, the W-King X20 is rated for 24 hours versus 10 hours for the Hopestar A65.
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Specifications Side By Side
| W-King X20 | Hopestar A65 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $229.99 after coupon | $159.99 |
| Ranked | #43 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #57 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes (W-King app) | - |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~42Hz | - |
| EQ | Yes (App + button modes) | Yes |
| IP Rating | IPX6 | IPX7 |
| Maximum SPL | 112dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | Yes |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | - |
| Power Input | USB-C | - |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | - |
| Party Mode | No | - |
| Built-in Microphone | No | - |
| Amplifier Power | 330W peak / 200W RMS | 300W |
| Dimensions | 19.9” x 8.5” x 10.6” (506 x 217 x 270 mm) | - |
| Drivers | 7.5” subwoofer + drivers | 2x 119mm woofers + 2x 78mm midranges + 2x 66mm tweeters |
| Weight | 15.9 lbs (7200 g) | 17.9 lbs (8.1 kg) |
| Digital Aux Input | No | - |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 8-10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Frequency Response | - | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Wireless Microphones | - | Yes 1 Included |
| Lights | - | Yes |
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