Doss Bluetooth Speaker
Score: 76/100Altec Lansing HydraMotion
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Altec Lansing HydraMotion offers 360° sound, IP67 durability and up to 16 h of playback with fast USB-C charging. Its drawbacks include a tendency to roll on flat surfaces and less-defined treble. Ideal for outdoor adventurers who value ruggedness and quick charging.
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 | | Altec Lansing HydraMotion |
|---|---|---|
20 hoursbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 635 g | 558 gbest |
16 Wbest | 12 W | |
3,200 mAhbest | — | |
— | 30.5 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 210 minutesbest | — |
1 yearsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | Altec Lansing HydraMotion |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 20 hours | 12-16 hours |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 635 g | 558 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 104×107×218 mm mm | 111.8 x 208.3 x 111.8 mm mm |
Audio(1) | ||
Output Power (W) | 16 W | 12 W |
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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.
Professional reviewers, such as Best Buy, emphasize the HydraMotion's rugged construction, extensive Bluetooth range and rapid USB-C charging, noting that its 360-degree sound design provides balanced audio for outdoor gatherings.
Everyday users consistently commend the speaker's durability in harsh conditions, lightweight portability with a handy carabiner, bold bass-filled sound and long battery life. Recurring concerns focus on the speaker's tendency to roll when placed horizontally and a lack of detailed feedback on high-frequency clarity.
“enhanced stereo-surround sound, delivering brilliant highs, rich mids, and deep bass”
“little to no distortion at full volume”
“the life of the party”
