DOSS SoundBox Touch
Score: 77/100
Cambridge SoundWorks OontZ Solo
Score: 70/100Rankings
The DOSS SoundBox Touch offers 12 W stereo sound, enriched bass and up to 20 hours of playback in a splash-proof, touch-controlled package. Bluetooth 4.0 can introduce noticeable latency and the plastic build lacks ruggedness. Ideal for budget-conscious listeners seeking long playtime and versatile inputs.
The OontZ Solo is an ultra-compact speaker delivering 5 W of surprisingly loud, distortion-free sound with a 100-foot Bluetooth range and IPX5 water resistance. Its limitations include a real-world battery life far below the advertised 30 hours and the use of an older Micro-USB charging port without stereo or TWS features. It suits users who need a portable, rugged speaker for personal, on-the-go listening rather than extended high-volume or party scenarios.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
20 hours | 30 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 559 g | 210 gbest |
2,200 mAhbest | — | |
12 Wbest | 5 W | |
— | 30.48 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 210 minutesbest | 480 minutes |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 20 hours | 30 hours |
Charging Time (minutes) | 210 minutes | 480 minutes |
Audio(2) | ||
Output Power (W) | 12 W | 5 W |
Frequency Response (Hz) | 0-18000 Hz | 100 GHz Hz |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 4.2 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 559 g | 210 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 68.6x73.7x167.6 mm mm | 85×85×120 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the DOSS SoundBox Touch for its solid 12W stereo output, impressive bass punch for its size, low distortion audio, and reliable 20-hour battery life, positioning it as a high-value budget speaker. However, they criticize the Bluetooth 4.0 latency and limited bass depth, and note the lack of a rugged build and modern USB-C charging as drawbacks.
Everyday users repeatedly praise the speaker's strong bass, long battery life, and convenient touch controls, appreciating its portability and versatile inputs. Common complaints revolve around Bluetooth lag during video playback, insufficient bass for heavy-bass genres, a fragile plastic chassis, and the outdated Micro-USB charging port.
“Exceptionally loud volume without distortion even at maximum output power”
“Designed for personal, mono listening; not powerful enough for large rooms or parties”
Professional reviewers and editors describe the OontZ Angle Solo as a compact powerhouse with a surprisingly loud, distortion-free output, a standout 100-foot Bluetooth range, and solid IPX5 water resistance, but they caution that its battery life diminishes quickly at higher volumes and it lacks advanced features like TWS or a companion app.
Everyday consumers consistently praise the speaker's portability, loudness, and ruggedness for outdoor activities, while the most common complaints revolve around shorter-than-advertised battery life and its limitation to personal-use scenarios.
