Doss SoundBox Touch
Score: 48/100
Cambridge Soundworks OontZ Ultra Dual
Score: 78/100Rankings
The OontZ Ultra Dual 2-Pack provides true stereo sound with 14 W per speaker, IPX7 waterproofing and 20-hour battery life. Pairing is managed through the OontZ app, and while the audio performance is strong, charging is slow and the ecosystem is limited.
The DOSS SoundBox Touch offers solid sound and useful connectivity in a compact, budget-friendly package, but its battery life falls short of claims and the micro-USB port is prone to breakage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
9.5 hours | 20 hoursbest | |
12 watts | 14 wattsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 100 Hzbest | — |
18,000 Hzbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.5 hoursbest | 20 hours |
38 mm | 165 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 558 g | 480 gbest |
— | 1 metersbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio Performance(2) | ||
Output Power (watts) | 12 watts | 14 watts |
Driver Size (mm) | 38 mm | 165 mm |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 9.5 hours | 20 hours |
Charging Time (hours) | 3.5 hours | 20 hours |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Bluetooth Range (meters) | 10 meters | 30.5 meters |
USB‑C Charging Port | false | true |
Build & Design(3) | ||
IP Rating | IPX5 | IPX7 |
Weight (g) | 558 g | 480 g |
Material | Plastic, metal | Plastic |
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Professional reviewers commend the SoundBox Touch for delivering audio performance that rivals speakers twice its price, highlighting its robust bass, clear mids, and innovative touch interface. They also appreciate the IPX5 rating and the inclusion of aux and Micro SD inputs, which are uncommon at this price point. However, they criticize the overstated battery claim, the fragile micro-USB port, the unavoidable voice prompts, and the lack of dust protection.
Everyday users love the speaker's powerful bass, compact portability, and easy connectivity, often comparing it favorably to much more expensive brands. Recurring complaints focus on the easily broken charging port, loud voice alerts, shorter-than-advertised battery life, and the scratch-prone touch surface.
“Great bass for the price”
“Perfect for travel and parties”
“Micro USB port breaks easily”
Professional reviewers and editors highlight the OontZ Ultra's solid build quality, reliable Bluetooth 5.0 connection and true stereo pairing as standout features, especially given its sub-$100 price point. They note the IPX7 rating and AUX input add versatility, but point out the limited speaker compatibility and lack of fast charging as drawbacks.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the speaker's rich, distortion-free audio, long battery life and rugged waterproof design, often mentioning its suitability for poolside or outdoor gatherings. The most common complaints revolve around the slow 20-hour charge cycle and occasional glitches with the pairing app.
