Short answer: the Zealot ZE51. It ranks #16 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality, rated 4.1/5, at $235.33; the Hopestar A90 ranks #22, rated 3.9/5, and costs $351.65, so there is little reason to consider the other one.
Why pick the Zealot ZE51: A big stereo boombox with clean, wide sound and low distortion at high volume for outdoor parties. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Hopestar A90 lacks. Watch for: The Zealot ZE41 still wins on raw bass depth and price.
The Hopestar A90 is the longer-running option. A huge, powerful boombox with deep bass, clear highs, a removable battery and a wireless microphone for big outdoor parties. It is rated for 8 hours of battery against 4 for the Zealot ZE51. Watch for: The JBL Partybox Encore Essential 2 was the better, more refined listen in a direct comparison.
Buy the Zealot ZE51. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Hopestar A90 and costs less, so only choose the other one for a particular feature it does better.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Zealot ZE51 | Hopestar A90 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $235.33 after coupon | $351.65 |
| Ranked | #16 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #22 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Capacity | 48000mAh (12x4000mAh) | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Dimensions | 22.1” x 9.4” x 13” (562 x 238 x 331 mm) | 24.6” x 9.9” x 13.4” (624.5 x 252.5 x 341.5 mm) |
| EQ | Yes (Hi-Res, 3D Surround, Extra Bass, Vocal and other sound modes) | No |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | IPX5 | IPX6 |
| Microphone Input | Yes (Karaoke mode) | - |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | Yes |
| Amplifier Power | 250W | 700W |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A + USB-C) | - |
| Power Input | Type-C | - |
| Stereo | Yes | - |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | - |
| USB Playback | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 26 lbs (11.81 kg) | - |
| Digital Aux Input | No | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) | - |
| Drivers | 1x 133mm + 2x 93mm + 2x 45mm | 2x 5” woofers + 2x 3.5” midranges + 2x 2.5” tweeters + 2x 2” ceramic tweeters |
| Battery Life | 4 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 6-8 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Strap | Yes (strap) | - |
| Removable Battery | - | Yes |
| Party Mode | - | Yes (Auracast) |
| Wireless Microphones | - | Yes 1 Included |
| Lights | - | Yes |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Zealot ZE51: reviews by J_Strat Battles.
- Hopestar A90: reviews by Jagist.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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