Doss SoundBox Plus
Score: 77/100
Tribit XSound Go Red
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Tribit XSound Go (Red) offers 16 W of sound, a 24-hour battery, and app-controlled EQ for customizable audio. However, its bass depth is modest and real-world battery performance can be lower than the advertised claim. Ideal for users wanting a waterproof speaker with customizable sound on a budget.
The DOSS SoundBox Plus upgrade offers 16 W stereo sound, a 20-hour battery and wireless stereo pairing in a lightweight package. It lacks waterproof protection and its bass is modest, while the Bluetooth range is limited. Ideal for users who need a portable, feature-rich speaker for indoor or non-wet outdoor use.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
20 hours | 24 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 635 g | 389.9 gbest |
16 Wbest | 16 Wbest | |
3,200 mAhbest | — | |
— | 40 mmbest | |
20 m | 30 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 240 minutesbest | — |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(3) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 20 hours | 24 hours |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 3200 mAh | 4000-4400 mAh |
Charging Time (minutes) | 240 minutes | 4-5 minutes |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 635 g | 389.9 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 218×107×104 mm mm | 58.4×170.2×55.9 mm mm |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
Bluetooth Range (m) | 20 m | 30 m |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the SoundBox Plus for its strong 16W output, long 20-hour battery, and wireless stereo pairing, calling it a great value for the price. However, they criticize its modest bass depth, lack of an IPX waterproof rating, and occasional distortion at full volume.
Everyday users love the speaker's surprisingly rich sound, long battery life, and easy touch controls, often mentioning its suitability for trips and indoor parties. Recurring complaints focus on limited bass, occasional pairing glitches, and the absence of waterproof protection, especially when used near water.
Professional reviewers consider the Tribit XSound Go a standout value proposition, praising its balanced audio, powerful 16 W output, long battery life, and robust IPX7 waterproofing. They commend the DSP-driven XBass and app-based EQ for delivering customizable sound without distortion, while noting the limited bass depth, optimistic battery claims, and lack of dust protection as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently highlight the speaker's deep-bass perception, impressive battery endurance, and waterproof durability, often rating it near perfect. Common complaints revolve around the bass not being as deep as larger units, battery life falling short of the 24-hour claim under heavy use, and occasional reverb on bass-heavy tracks without EQ tweaks.
“10/10 extremely successful little speaker”
