Short answer: the W-King X20. It ranks #43 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality, rated 3.5/5, at $229.99. The ION Pathfinder 320 ranks #100, rated 2.2/5, at $129.99, $100 cheaper, not enough of a saving to outweigh the sound-quality gap.
The W-King X20 is the better-sounding, lighter pick. A loud stereo party speaker with a large subwoofer, a 24 hour battery with power bank, and water resistance. At 15.9 lbs (7.2 kg) it weighs noticeably less than the ION Pathfinder 320 at 22.7 lbs (10.3 kg). It plays in stereo from a single unit, unlike the ION Pathfinder 320. Watch for: Rising frequency response but upper treble rolled off, 700Hz and 1.2kHz peaks.
The ION Pathfinder 320 is the longer-running pick. A wheeled party speaker with an enormous battery, splash resistance, FM radio and ports for charging phones. It is rated for 100 hours of battery against 24 for the W-King X20. Watch for: Bass is not as deep as competitors.
Buy the W-King X20. It is rated higher for sound quality, and saving $100 with the ION Pathfinder 320 does not make up for the sound-quality gap.
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Specifications Side By Side
| W-King X20 | ION Pathfinder 320 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $229.99 after coupon | $129.99 |
| Ranked | #43 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #100 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes (W-King app) | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~42Hz | - |
| EQ | Yes (App + button modes) | Yes (High/Low frequency) |
| IP Rating | IPX6 | IPX5 |
| Maximum SPL | 112dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | Yes (USB-A) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | No |
| Omnidirectional | No | Yes |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 330W peak / 200W RMS | 200W |
| Dimensions | 19.9” x 8.5” x 10.6” (506 x 217 x 270 mm) | 15.1” x 10.4” x 19.4” (383.5 x 264.2 x 492.8 mm) |
| Drivers | 7.5” subwoofer + drivers | 2x 4” (102mm) drivers |
| Weight | 15.9 lbs (7200 g) | 22.7 lbs (10.3 kg) |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 100 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.0 |
| FM Tuner | - | Yes |
| Microphone Input | - | No |
| Wheels | - | Yes |
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