Short answer: the Zealot ZE01. It ranks #38 of 112 boombox speakers by sound quality (rated 3.7/5) at $126.02 and is still sold new; the Demerbox DB2 ranks #74 (rated 2.8/5) and is discontinued, so it is only an option used.
The Zealot ZE01 is the better-sounding pick. An affordable stereo boombox with a 40 hour battery, water resistance and a power bank for long days outdoors. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Demerbox DB2 lacks. Watch for: A little rolled off up top and not that balanced through the rest of the range.
The Demerbox DB2 is the lighter choice. A nearly indestructible waterproof speaker built from a Pelican case, with a 40 hour battery and dry storage. At 5.4 lbs (2.47 kg) it weighs much less than the Zealot ZE01 at 13.2 lbs (6 kg). The catch: Bass is not as deep as better speakers.
Buy the Zealot ZE01. It is rated higher for sound quality; the Demerbox DB2 is no longer sold new.
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An affordable stereo boombox with a 40 hour battery, water resistance and a power bank for long days outdoors.
A nearly indestructible waterproof speaker built from a Pelican case, with a 40 hour battery and dry storage.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Zealot ZE01 | Demerbox DB2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $126.02 | $400 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #38 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #74 of 112 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 45Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 40 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| EQ | Yes (multiple modes) | No |
| IP Rating | IPX6 | IP67 |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Power Input | USB-C | AC Power brick |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 13.2 lbs (6.0 kg) | 5.4 lbs (2.47 kg) |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) |
| USB Playback | Yes | No |
| Built-in Microphone | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 120W RMS / 150W peak | 22W RMS |
| Dimensions | 13.1” x 11.2” x 8.1” (332 x 284 x 207 mm) | 10.6” x 9.7” x 6.9” (270 x 246 x 175 mm) |
| Drivers | Dual 120mm speakers + dual 42mm speakers | 2x 3” (76mm) aluminum cone full-range drivers |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | - |
| FM Tuner | - | No |
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