Ultimate Ears EVERBOOM Charcoal Black
Score: 82/100
Tribit StormBox 2
Score: 78/100Rankings
The EVERBOOM is a rugged mid-size speaker delivering bass-heavy 360° sound, IP67 protection and up to 20 hours of playback, with handy features like NFC and a carabiner. Its weight and bass-forward tuning limit high-frequency detail and prolonged handheld use. Best for outdoor party hosts who value durability and long battery life over ultra-lightweight portability.
The Tribit StormBox Pro offers 40 W of 360° sound, IP67 protection and up to 24 hours of playback plus power-bank capability. It uses an older Bluetooth 5.0 version and lacks app control, making it slightly less future-proof. Suited for outdoor enthusiasts who value portability and durability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
20 hours | 1,440 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,419 g | 580 gbest |
— | 40 Wbest | |
— | 5,000 mAhbest | |
56.4 mmbest | 48 mm | |
55 mbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 420 minutesbest |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 20 hours | 1440 hours |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 1419 g | 580 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 127 x 127 x 178 mm mm | 180×69×69 mm mm |
Audio(2) | ||
Frequency Response (Hz) | 59.1-12700 Hz | 60-20000 Hz |
Driver Size (mm) | 56.4 mm | 48 mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the EVERBOOM for its rugged IP67 build, impressive 20-hour battery, and Outdoor Boost mode that tailors sound for open-air environments. They also appreciate the intuitive controls, NFC pairing, and Party Up capability. However, they criticize the bass-forward tuning for sacrificing high-frequency clarity and note that it is not as loud or detailed as larger UE models like the MEGABOOM 4.
Everyday users consistently praise the speaker's bombastic, bass-rich sound and its durability in wet or dusty conditions. The long battery life and convenient carabiner are also highlighted as major positives. Complaints are limited but focus on the unit's weight and the requirement to use the UE app for full EQ control.
“exceptional sound quality as "bombastic" and top-tier”
“major punch in rich, deep bass”
“highest quality bombastic sound”
Professional reviewers view the StormBox Pro as a well-balanced portable speaker that combines strong bass, 360° coverage, and rugged durability, though they wish it offered an auxiliary input and a more current Bluetooth version.
Consumers generally praise the long battery life, waterproof construction, and the convenience of the built-in power bank, while recurring concerns focus on its weight and the missing driver detail information.
