Anker Soundcore 2
Score: 85/100
Doss Bluetooth Speaker
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Anker Soundcore 2 is a budget-friendly Bluetooth speaker that offers 12 W of stereo sound, 24-hour battery life, and an IPX7 waterproof rating. Its lack of aptX and mono output when used alone limit high-fidelity and immersive listening. Ideal for casual outdoor use and travelers who value long battery life and durability over audiophile-grade sound.
The DOSS SoundBox Plus provides 16 W HD stereo sound, a 20-hour battery and wireless stereo pairing with vibrant LED party lights. Its older Bluetooth 4.2 version and lack of waterproofing limit its robustness, and high-volume treble can be harsh. Best for casual listeners who want a budget-friendly party speaker with long playtime.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24 hoursbest | 20 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 413 gbest | 635 g |
12 W | 16 Wbest | |
5,200 mAhbest | 3,200 mAh | |
20 mbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 210 minutesbest |
1.5 yearsbest | 1 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 24 hours | 20 hours |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 5200 mAh | 3200 mAh |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 413 g | 635 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 165×54×45 mm mm | 104×107×218 mm mm |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1.5 years | 1 years |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 4.2 |
Audio(1) | ||
Output Power (W) | 12 W | 16 W |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consider the Soundcore 2 a standout value proposition, emphasizing its powerful BassUp-enhanced bass, 24-hour battery, and rugged IPX7 build, while noting the missing aptX codec and limited driver technology as drawbacks for high-end listeners.
Everyday users consistently praise the speaker's loud, bass-heavy sound, long battery life, and waterproof durability, but they also report occasional Bluetooth hiccups and wish for richer treble and true stereo without needing a second unit.
Professional reviewers commend the Doss SoundBox Plus for delivering a surprisingly rich and powerful soundstage for its size, with strong bass, clear mids and minimal distortion even at high volumes. They also appreciate its long battery life, easy wireless stereo pairing and intuitive touch controls, though they note the lack of detailed technical specs and a slight loss of depth when using Bluetooth streaming.
Everyday users love the speaker's long battery life, punchy bass and easy connectivity, often calling it a great value for casual parties and travel. Common complaints revolve around Bluetooth-induced compression, occasional treble harshness, and the minimalist LED lighting that feels basic compared to more elaborate competitors.
“enhanced stereo-surround sound, delivering brilliant highs, rich mids, and deep bass”
“little to no distortion at full volume”
“the life of the party”
Pick Doss for party-oriented stereo pairing and bass boost; pick Soundcore for refined sound balance and build
