Marshall Emberton II
Score: 89/100
Tribit StormBox Mini+
Score: 86/100Rankings
The Emberton II delivers long-lasting battery life, rugged IP67 protection and 360° true stereophonic sound in a stylish, compact package, but lacks a microphone, aux input and advanced codecs.
The StormBox Mini+ delivers powerful, punchy audio in a compact, IPX7-rated package with a solid 12-hour battery and a suite of smart features like a 9-band EQ and RGB lighting. It shines for travel and outdoor use but shows distortion at very high volumes and its mic is only average.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
30 hoursbest | 12 hours | |
— | 2,600 mAhbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3 hours | 2.5 hoursbest |
10 meters | 30 metersbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 118 gbest | 545 g |
20 wattsbest | 12 watts | |
50.8 mmbest | 48 mm | |
60 Hz | 80 Hzbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio Performance(3) | ||
Output Power (watts) | 20 watts | 12 watts |
Driver Size (mm) | 50.8 mm | 48 mm |
Frequency Response (Low) (Hz) | 60 Hz | 80 Hz |
Connectivity(5) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.4 |
Bluetooth Range (meters) | 10 meters | 30 meters |
Auxiliary Input (3.5 mm) | false | true |
Supported Audio Codecs | SBC | AAC, SBC |
Built‑in Microphone | false | true |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 30 hours | 12 hours |
Charging Time (hours) | 3 hours | 2.5 hours |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 118 g | 545 g |
IP Rating | IP67 | IPX7 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the rich, full-range sound, rugged build and long battery, while criticizing the missing microphone, limited codec support and DSP-induced sound changes at high volume.
Everyday users love the impressive sound quality, extended battery life and durable design, though they note the absence of a speakerphone and occasional DSP-related tonal shifts.
“the best-sounding $40 Bluetooth speaker we've tested”
“beast for all weathers”
Professional reviewers praise the StormBox Mini+ for delivering a surprisingly loud and punchy stereo soundstage, robust Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity, and fun RGB lighting, while noting distortion at high volumes and a mediocre microphone.
Everyday users love the volume, bass punch, waterproof capability, RGB lighting and app-based EQ, but complain about distortion at high levels, a weak mic, and occasional app glitches.
