Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The Zealot S89 ranks #19 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality at $193.58; the Klipsch Detroit ranks #81 of 120 large speakers by sound quality at $235.11.
The Zealot S89 is the deeper-bass, longer-running choice. A great value boombox with deep bass, very high volume, a 40 hour battery and water resistance for outdoor parties. Its bass reaches about 36Hz before falling 10dB, against 55Hz for the Klipsch Detroit. It is rated for 40 hours of battery against 20 for the Klipsch Detroit. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Klipsch Detroit lacks. The tradeoff: At high volume, listener reports describe the bass as loose or muddy and the overall balance as less clear than better boombox speakers.
The Klipsch Detroit is the lighter pick. A rugged, fully waterproof stereo boombox with a long battery, fast USB-C charging, and power bank output. At 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) it weighs much less than the Zealot S89 at 16.1 lbs (7.3 kg). The tradeoff: Weird boosted upper bass, bass not very deep.
Buy the Zealot S89 ($193.58) for a boombox speaker; the Klipsch Detroit ($235.11) suits a large speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Zealot S89 | Klipsch Detroit | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $193.58 | $235.11 |
| Ranked | #19 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #81 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 36Hz | ~55Hz |
| Battery Life | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes (multiple modes) | No |
| IP Rating | IPX6 | IP67 |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Party Mode | Yes (PartyAdd up to 100 speakers) | Yes (Broadcast Mode) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 16.1 lbs (7.3 kg) | 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) | Yes (USB-C, 10W) |
| USB Playback | Yes | - |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| Amplifier Power | 250W | 30W RMS |
| Dimensions | 21.2” x 10.4” x 9.4” (538 x 265 x 240 mm) | 13.1” x 4.2” x 4.7” (334 x 107 x 119 mm) |
| Drivers | 130W subwoofer + 2x 40mm drivers + 2x tweeters | 2x 76mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Strap | No | Yes (detachable strap) |
| Frequency Response | - | 55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Maximum SPL | - | 93dB (Manufacturer specified) |
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