EarFun - UBOOM X

But only in Oluv's studio, indoor and indoor plus modes

You're not listening close enough... Put it in normal indoor mode, sit in front of the speaker and listen to actual music, you should notice that its hard to even hear the speaker because of how little coloration it has

Uboom X should've been marketed as a "hifi" speaker with a nicer design, given to some audiophile channels with your DSP as standard setting and it would've been selling like hot cakes for 3x the price... But earfun managed to screw it up, anyway I'm glad that it exists so those of us who want a great natural sound can get what I would consider the finest sounding battery powered speaker at any price and yet its like $125 on average. Still very sad about the channel because there were some amazing videos there but it definitely showed that people even with the best and most objective sound demos simply can't handle watching someone demonstrate a product that's better than whatever they bought, after all, that's a direct intelligence attack for most.

Uboom X + Uboom L from Earfun, both in one of Oluv's dsp settings in the app

Earfun Uboom X in studio, Indoor or Indoor+ mode... I don't think there's anything battery powered out there that sounds nicer at normal volumes at any price

Earfun Uboom X in Oluv's newest firmware from his patreon and his indoor dsp setting if you can find one. I've heard a lot of bluetooth speakers, I also have the Vifa Copenhagen 2.0 which could maby be the next finest sounding battery speaker imo... Only issue with the Uboom X is the design. Here's a great comparison with Beolit 20: https://youtu.be/yt9X287XsC8?si=26t_CJ88Q6lj2Vz5 (newest video on that channel also demonstrates it against Neumann kh80 which is useful) A lot of people are always saying Go+Play 3 but that's simply way too boosted in bass and doesn't have the same linearity and smoothness of the Earfun

It's weird and most have some problem with this but in terms of pure sound quality when sitting in front of a speaker, Earfun Uboom X in Oluv's custom firmware and indoor dsp setting is probably the best on the market. I would rank Vifa Copenhagen 2.0 (in late night mode and playing in its sweet spot) as close second in terms of the overall sound (obviously not talking only about bass and power here, these two are proper "hifi" compared to the rest of the market and I've been searching for something potentially better than the Copenhagen since I got it 4 years ago).

Uboom X in Oluv's indoor would be absolutely the best choice, maby you can still find some Vifa speakers? Also, Ldac/Aptx advantage is negligible, you'll get more improvement by lowering some peak in the frequency response via eq

It has deeper bass but Vifa sounds much smoother and more refined (in Late Night setting) and can also play louder than the Hk. Ultimately Earfun Uboom X in Oluv's indoor mode sounds overall better than both imo and will get improved even more because he is working to improve it right now...

Uboom X, it now on sale for only 92 dolar. Its a great speaker. Especially for this price. If you like deep bass, good mids and highs this is a great pick. Fast charging trough ucb c. Powerbank for your phone. Great eq possibilities. Loud sound with deep bass. Ip67. Pair it till 50 speakers. Aux in. The bose soundlink flex 2 is a great speaker. Portable, good deep sound. It will sound a lot bigger than it is. Ip67. Usb c charging. Great build quality. 3 band eq trough the bose app. Durable rock solid design. Fantastic color options.

https://www.myearfun.com/speakers/earfun-uboom-x-portable-bluetooth-speaker-black If you also add the code UBOOMXXX The prise will be 104 dollar or 104 Euro Before it was 92 haha fave fun 🙏🏻

Bose soundlink flex 2 has great bass for on the go. Especially for it's size. If you play with the eq in the bose app and put it in the corner. It sounds way bigger that it's size. Earfun Uboom X is also great. Its larger but almost the same price as the bose. The bass on it is fantastic. Devialet Mania is an wonderful sounding speaker. Big bass, great highs, and a big price haha 😉 Jbl flip 7 or charge 6 are great for outdoor usage.

If you can still get your hands on an EarFun UBOOM X, you should consider it. It's a great sounding speaker with a sensational price-performance ratio.

If you're looking for high volume and powerful bass, you'll have to compromise on speaker size. I had a Soundcore Motion Boom, which is significantly more powerful than the JBL Charge. But even that wasn't powerful enough for my taste, especially for outdoor use. I switched to the EarFun UBOOM X and couldn't be happier. Yes, it's big and weighs 4 kilos. I even transport two of them on my bike to private outdoor events. It takes some effort and hassle, but it's absolutely worth it. For me, the UBOOM X is the perfect compromise between size and sound. It delivers absolutely great, rich and full sound at volumes that are sufficient for me. A speaker with an even higher maximum volume that is larger and heavier would not be an option for me. However, I wouldn't want anything with less power than the UBOOM X. It offers so much more power than a JBL Charge, and even significantly more power than a JBL Xtreme, Soundcore Boom 2, or Tribit Lava. There are numerous sound comparisons on YouTube that prove this. You might find this video interesting. [https://youtu.be/YAj5BIASWL0](https://youtu.be/YAj5BIASWL0) Whichever way you look at it, if you insist on a compact size, you compromise on sound. End of story.

If portability and size are not important factors for you and you prioritize good sound quality, I recommend the EarFun UBOOM X. If you can still get your hands on one, it's a particularly interesting option. Here is a sound comparison with the Charge 6 and the Xtreme 4: [https://youtu.be/YAj5BIASWL0](https://youtu.be/YAj5BIASWL0)

The battery isn't the best but I love the bass. I tried the Earfun uboom x too- I'll say it's the the best bass for the money. It's better than soundcore boom 2 imo

That must be really annoying. With the Bose Soundlink Max, I've also often read that the battery drains itself. With the Soundcore Motion Boom, which I have used for over two years, and with my two EarFun UBOOM Xs, which I have been using for a good 3 months, I have never noticed that the battery loses charge when not in use.

Take a look at the UBOOM X in particular, which is currently the best value for money in the small boombox class.

In terms of price, [this](https://www.amazon.com/EarFun-Bluetooth-JumboBass-Waterproof-PowerBank/dp/B0D53P1PQ8) it is in the middle of the two and in terms of sound, it is at a significantly higher level than the Charge 5. I would advise against the Treblab. It is not a product worth recommending.

I have never heard another Bluetooth speaker that has such audiophile hi-fi sound as the EarFun UBOOM X. But it's not a designer speaker. You have to ask yourself where you are willing to compromise, on looks or on sound. I myself have a high-quality hi-fi system in my living room and am a music lover, but the sound of the UBOOM X, which I use in the bathroom, also regularly brings a smile to my face. Here's a sound comparison with a high-priced designer speaker from a luxury brand: [https://youtu.be/yt9X287XsC8](https://youtu.be/yt9X287XsC8)

The EarFun UBOOM X has a generally very good sound quality, which is particularly characterized by the authentic reproduction of instruments and vocals. At four kilos, it is one of the smaller speakers in the boombox class. If this size is not an obstacle for you, then this is one of the best recommendations. 

Hahaha, I can tell you, this thing is a big chunk. When I held it in my hand for the first time, I also thought it was far too big. But the sound quality is so outstanding that once you walk through that door, there's no going back. You'll be lugging four kilos everywhere with you without a murmur, because it's worth it. You can read more about my experiences with the speaker here: [https://www.reddit.com/r/Bluetooth\_Speakers/comments/1i6uwtf/comment/m8fvf0i/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Bluetooth_Speakers/comments/1i6uwtf/comment/m8fvf0i/)

For this purpose and your price range, I can recommend the EarFun UBOOM X from my own experience, which is available for around $120. Thanks to the EQ, it can be perfectly adjusted for the situation in a small bathroom. I use it almost every day and am delighted with it. [Here ](https://ibb.co/1v6XFDX)it is, sitting on my bathroom cabinet. In the photo you can still see my old Soundcore Motion Boom next to it, which I'm currently trying to sell. With the UBOOM X I have almost as good a sound in the bathroom as with my audiophile hi-fi system in the living room.

With the UBOOM X, EarFun has brought a really exceptionally good Bluetooth speaker onto the market. If you have the opportunity, you should definitely give it a listen.

If that's the case, forget the UBOOM X, it's clearly too big for that.

If its size and a weight of 4 kg are not an obstacle, I recommend the EarFun UBOOM X. Soundwise on a similar level to a JBL Boombox 3, but cheaper than a JBL Charge 5. The EarFun UBOOM X is a powerful and superb sounding speaker with by far the best price/performance ratio currently available. In terms of performance, it is one step above the Boom 2. Here is a brief sound comparison. Please use headphones and don't be put off by the somewhat strange presentation of the video. [https://youtu.be/3Pa6FUt1GU8?feature=shared&t=47](https://youtu.be/3Pa6FUt1GU8?feature=shared&t=47)

It's no longer a secret, but it's possible that not everyone knows about this fantastic Bluetooth speaker that sounds way above its price tag. Check out the EarFun UBOOM X.

Neither in real life nor here on Reddit does everyone agree on a topic. This is especially true when it comes to Bluetooth speakers. But at least I agree with the previous commentator. 😂 It is a fact and would stand up to any comparison that the EarFun UBOOM X is currently the best you can get for around €100 in terms of sound quality and also as a complete package. If you can cope with the weight and size, then that's the way to go! If you're in the US, there's a very interesting new discovery that sits between the UBOOM X and the Soundcore Boom 2 in terms of performance and size, but is currently available for just under $40. Its value for money is out of this world: [https://amzn.to/3EiZCJC](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbS1jeXRYczRkQ0NyR0ZneU1CT2Vmd1M5dENEd3xBQ3Jtc0trQXNjM0RoMVJuRm16U0F0VDI4aUlhWVVCaWdfelVEZ2Frd2c0NVhiWmNjazZSN2hRWFRTZ3Z5dzhXTXctYm44c0F5NHlKZmlhWVo3cHRRMVVSZFN4RThNYlBYN2Z3OGFBV0FDTGZaR0h1MHZySGlwYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F3EiZCJC&v=0M9aNG5Tb1o) [Sound comparison ZZA K8 vs Soundcore Boom 2](https://youtu.be/0M9aNG5Tb1o) [Sound comparison Earfun Uboom X vs ZZA K8](https://youtu.be/YS7zQaaiG3c) Unfortunately, the ZZA K8 is not available at anywhere near such attractive conditions in Europe, where I live. Otherwise I would certainly have already secured a batch of several speakers. 😁

The EarFun UBOOM X currently offers by far the best price/performance ratio. It has a very high sound quality, comparable to the JBL Boombox 3 or the Sony ULT Field 7, but it is noticeably smaller and lighter and costs less than a JBL Charge. In terms of overall sound, the UBOOM X is comparable to a small hi-fi system and costs just over 100 dollars. So for your budget, you could easily buy two UBOOM Xs and use them in the TWS as a stereo system if you had the space. Please note that two speakers in stereo sound more than twice as good as one, and that music only really comes to life with a wide soundstage.

As I've written many times before, in my opinion the EarFun UBOOM X is by far the best overall package at the moment. You can read about my experience with the UBOOM X here: [https://www.reddit.com/r/Bluetooth\_Speakers/comments/1j6xehj/comment/mh4pp2p/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Bluetooth_Speakers/comments/1j6xehj/comment/mh4pp2p/)

I know there's no accounting for taste. But I'm surprised that anyone could find the UBOOM X ugly. The thing is straightforward and simple in design. You could say it looks boring, it's not a designer piece, it looks cheap in photos, but I really don't understand what's ugly about it. I regularly have one in the bathroom. This is what it looks like: [https://ibb.co/bg7QMgP0](https://ibb.co/bg7QMgP0)

Yes, in my opinion EarFun hasn't done itself any favours with the cheap-looking lighting effects. The worst thing is that you can almost always only see the speaker in photos or videos with the lighting activated. The good thing about it is that you can deactivate it completely and it is never activated automatically when you switch on, for example. I can assure you, in reality the UBOOM X looks pretty neat. Here you can see it in comparison with various other speakers. [https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61PlQ6nf1tL.jpg](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61PlQ6nf1tL.jpg) [https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61z8-jHMHlL.jpg](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61z8-jHMHlL.jpg) [https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/714bafOIKRL.jpg](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/714bafOIKRL.jpg) You've seen the sound comparison video with the Beolit 20, right? It's strange, but in the current market situation for Bluetooth speakers, you have to decide whether you want to prioritise design or sound. A high-priced designer speaker does not automatically offer better sound. This may come as a surprise, as you can often have contrasting experiences in the classic hi-fi sector, for example.

I'm very curious to know how you like it. For a very neutral sound at medium to high volume, you can try out the following EQ in the EarFun Audio app under Custom Equalizer. [UBOOM X neutral sounding EQ](https://ibb.co/C5hJ7rvx)

A brief fact-based comparison between the Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 and the EarFun UBOOM X. The only advantages of the Blast 2 are a slightly higher maximum volume with acceptable sound, connection options for microphones (with reverb control) and the more elaborate party lighting. The UBOOM X has advantages in all other aspects. It can produce a deeper bass and a better overall sound quality, i.e. a more linear frequency response, better clarity, more authentic separation and reproduction of instruments and vocals. It really does have audiophile qualities. It can be charged more quickly via USB C, a shoulder strap is included, it is noticeably smaller, lighter and significantly cheaper. It can therefore be said that the UBOOM X is the better overall package for most users. It is the speaker for music lovers. The Blast 2, on the other hand, is better suited for smaller (karaoke) parties. For a real party, however, I would prefer a JBL PartyBox 320 or something even bigger.

I can only confirm this!

Of the four, definitely the Boombox 3. If money is no object in your decision and you want a branded product, it's not a bad choice. You get the best price-performance ratio with the EarFun UBOOM X. It is more compact and noticeably lighter than any of the other four, i.e. easier and more comfortable to carry around, if that is relevant for your father. In terms of sound, you make no compromises. The boombox is slightly more bass-heavy, while the UBOOM X sounds very balanced and can be adjusted very well in the app with EQs to suit different listening situations.

Take a look at the UBOOM X, in terms of performance it is far superior to a JBL Charge 5 or a UE Boom 3, and unlike the JBL PartyBoxes it is IP67 dust and water protected. And for less than $250 you can even buy two and use both in TWS mode depending on your application. This could be a really interesting speaker for your needs.

It's about time those nasty rabble-rousers who have been calling everyone a shill or bot who has spoken positively about or recommended the UBOOM X finally acknowledge it's a truly great speaker. This is being confirmed by more and more people here in the subreddit, including myself.

Check the EarFun UBOOM X. Small is of course relative. Let's put it this way, the UBOOM X is relatively small compared to your car and definitely great! 😉

As an alternative to the Tribit Stormbox Blast 2, you should also take a look at the EarFun UBOOM X. A brief fact-based comparison: The only advantages of the Blast 2 are a slightly higher maximum volume with acceptable sound, connection options for microphones (with reverb control) and the more elaborate party lighting. The UBOOM X has advantages in all other respects. It can produce deeper bass and better overall sound quality, i.e. a more linear frequency response, better clarity, more authentic separation and reproduction of instruments and vocals. It has truly audiophile qualities. It's faster to charge via USB C, it comes with a shoulder strap, it's noticeably smaller, lighter and, depending on what's on offer, only costs about half as much. Or in other words, for the same money you could buy two UBOOM X and use them in TWS. Two speakers in stereo sound more than twice as good as just one and really bring music to life with their wide sound stage. So you could say that the UBOOM X is the better overall package for most users. It is the speaker with the best price-performance ratio and is equally suitable for music lovers and smaller parties. The Blast 2, on the other hand, is only better suited for smaller karaoke parties. For a really big party, however, I would prefer one/two JBL PartyBox 320 or something even bigger.

Yes, it can reproduce lower frequencies better.

Again, for the record, the EarFun UBOOM X, is exactly what you're looking for. It is more compact and noticeably lighter than the Boombox 2 but performs at a comparable level - both in terms of volume and bass performance. In addition, you get a much more neutral, brilliant and hi-fi like sound. And the price is outrageously attractive. With the UBOOM X, you don't have to sacrifice anything. The only thing you lose is a little weight and a brand name. 😉

It was exactly the same for me, except that I bought two. 😉

It was thanks to you that I became aware of this great speaker in the first place. Thank you for that and for your part in it. 🙏

The JBL Boombox 3 offers more power overall than the Brane X and the Authentics 500. Alternatively, you could also go for the Earfun UBOOM X, which performs at a similar level to the Boombox 3, but is not only more compact and lighter, but also cheaper. For your budget, you could easily buy two for a stereo setup. If you have enough space in the garage, which I assume you do, you could distribute the sound much better in the room with two speakers. The difference is huge, with a wide stereo stage the music really comes to life and fills the whole room.

With the EarFun UBOOM X, you get an incredibly huge upgrade in terms of sound. But the speaker is big and heavy. Check out the specs! I have never heard another Bluetooth speaker with such audiophile hi-fi sound. But it's not a designer speaker. You have to ask yourself where you are willing to compromise, on looks or on sound. I myself have a high-quality hi-fi system in my living room and am a music lover, but the sound of the UBOOM X, which I use in the bathroom, also regularly brings a smile to my face.

Some pretty strange recommendations have been made here so far. With the EarFun UBOOM X, you undoubtedly get the best sound for your money. I compared it individually and as a stereo pair with my hi-fi system at home. And we tested them in a friend's music studio. [https://ibb.co/3rHmRRT](https://ibb.co/3rHmRRT) Of course, they weren't on a par with the $3000 ATC SCM 16 monitors and the ADAM Audio Sub12, nor with my Canton Ergo RC-L floorstanding speakers, but they performed damn well up to a medium volume level. And that's saying something. The UBOOM X is not a speaker that sounds good for its price, but a speaker that sounds sensationally good for a portable Bluetooth speaker. It has hi-fi qualities and it's a pleasure to sit in front of it and consciously listen to music. This thing sounds so good that it regularly puts a grin on your face. I don't know the space conditions in your room. For your budget of 250 $, you could also buy two UBOOM Xs and use them in TWS as a stereo system. Please note, two speakers in stereo sound more than twice as good as one and the music only really comes to life with a wide sound stage. The UBOOM X is far superior in terms of sound to the three speakers mentioned in you post headline. I can't understand how anyone can still recommend the Tribit Stormbox Blast 1 today. Most people who have heard both speakers, like me, see the UBOOM X as having advantages in overall sound quality and it also has a deeper and more powerful bass. In addition, the Blast 1 is noticeably larger and heavier, cannot be charged via USB C but requires a power adapter, has no shoulder strap and is more expensive. So what's in its favor? The comparison between the EarFun Uboom X and the Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 is more interesting: The advantages of the Blast 2 are a slightly higher maximum volume with acceptable sound, connection options for microphones (with reverb control) and the more elaborate party lighting. The UBOOM X has advantages in all other respects. It can produce deeper bass and better overall sound quality, i.e. a more linear frequency response, better clarity, more authentic separation and reproduction of instruments and vocals. It has truly audiophile qualities. It's faster to charge via USB C, it comes with a shoulder strap, it's noticeably smaller, lighter and, depending on what's on offer, only costs about half as much. Or in other words, for the same money you could buy two UBOOM X and use them in TWS. So you could say that the UBOOM X is the better overall package for most users. It is the speaker with the best price-performance ratio and is equally suitable for music lovers and smaller parties. The Blast 2, on the other hand, is only better suited for smaller karaoke parties.

Tried the U boom X and seems like a decent speaker. Much better than my onyx 7. Similarly priced in India. Give it a listen. Best part about it is the Eq i usually use Studio for the stable audio and its fucking rugged man. Looking to get another, only on sale tho. The speaker will go Boom boom if you want it to its very bass heavy.

The UBOOM X does indeed rock. It's a great budget option for something that gets nice and loud, has quality EQ options, and some cool RGB party lights. Check my review if you want to learn more about it! Cheers. [https://www.soundguys.com/earfun-uboom-x-review-128754/](https://www.soundguys.com/earfun-uboom-x-review-128754/)

This review covers these three models paired in TWS mode: * 2x Earfun UBOOM L ($50 each) * 2x Earfun UBOOM X ($118 each) * 2x Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 (usually $250-$350 each, got them on sale for $128) All have impressive clarity and soundstage when in TWS mode but obviously the UBOOM X and Harman are in a different class than the smaller/cheaper UBOOM L (was initially comparing two UBOOM Ls to one UBOOM X, then ordered a second UBOOM X and had TWS stutter issues, then got the Harmans). # Pros common to UBOOM L and X * iOS and Android app (speaker info, battery status, firmware updates, EQ and other customizations, etc.) * Excellent battery life * USB-C charging * Ruggedized and IP67 waterproof * Regularly available at lower prices than the competition # Cons common to UBOOM L and X * Off-axis sound quality is mediocre. # UBOOM L Pros * Small and light enough for travelling or tossing in a bag * Inexpensive # UBOOM L Cons * Not as much bass and limited volume (to be expected since the other speakers are \~7 times bigger) # UBOOM X Pros * More immersive sound than UBOOM L * Many EQ profiles * Shape, handle, and strap make it somewhat easy to move around for its size/weight * Lighting effects * Huge battery (60 Wh) # UBOOM X Cons * Hefty for traveling, especially if using a pair * When using an EQ (Oluv or custom) while in TWS mode, audio drops intermittently and sometimes frequently (might happen 5 times in 5 minutes, might not happen for hours). Don't have this problem with the other speakers in TWS (edit: this is a known issue; explanation from Earfun [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/Bluetooth_Speakers/comments/1htkbxi/comment/m5g0p77/)). # Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 Pros * The best audio quality of all of them * Sounds significantly better off-axis than the UBOOMs. * Though TWS mode is the way to go, a single Go + Play 3 still sounds quite good (while the sound quality of a single UBOOM L or X isn't as impressive). * Upscale aesthetics and clean look * Glass surface with touch-buttons (also a con) # Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 Cons * Normally expensive * Slightly heavier than the UBOOM X * Awkward shape and handle * No app (there is an EQ available via button combinations, though the Harman sounds excellent with the default profile) * Gotta pair in stereo mode every time they're turned on (a minor complaint as it only takes seconds, but don't have to do this with the Earfuns). * Lacks IP67 waterproof rating and isn't ruggedized like the Earfuns. Downward facing sub doesn’t have any protection beyond being recessed (they're meant to be used on a flat surface). * Fabric cover attracts dust/hair and won't be as easy to clean. * Touch-buttons are difficult to see/use in the dark. * Doesn't charge over USB-C (but at least there's no transformer and it uses a standard non-polarized C7 Figure 8 PC cable). * Smaller battery (26 Wh) # Conclusion * Returned the UBOOM Xs. The TWS stuttering issue means no custom/Oluv EQ, which results in sound quality that isn’t nearly as satisfying. * Kept the UBOOM Ls for work and travel. They're very portable, and sound great in a small quiet space when pointed right at you. * Kept the Harmans for use around the house, porch, and backyard. They can't touch my Denon Polk hi-fi setup, but they're still very enjoyable, and being *somewhat* portable makes them far more useful (though they aren't suitable for many situations given the lack of ruggedization or IP67). Edit: Cleaned up wording, added a few details, linked to Earfun's explanation about TWS stutter.

Thanks for posting. Very interesting details! I bought two Earfun UBOOM X speakers last fall and very much enjoyed their sound when using your profiles. I returned them because of sound drops when paired in TWS mode (a known issue), but I was impressed with the responsiveness of Earfun support when I was troubleshooting the issue, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the UBOOM X to anyone who doesn't intend to use two of them in TWS mode. (I also have two UBOOM L speakers, which sound impressive given their size and inexpensive price)

Thank you, I have updated the firmware and tried the standard EQ's and made some custom too. I've got a earfun uboom x, this has much more bass, I've purchased the custom EQ's online, I know it's more hassle, but it sounds really good. I expected so much more from the X20.....I will persist, on paper, the X20 should be better, unfortunately it's not there yet.

Thanks m8, appreciate your time. I checked out the link and even tho I know it surely sounds ignorant, when I saw the pricepoint of the Uboom X I thought this comparison can't be right. The absolute best sounding one costs way below 200? But I read a little through the articles and I guess if great sound can be that cheap, I would be insane to get me a much more expensive one that sounds worse. It's not a beauty, but oh well, pretty sure I hear it more than I see it. And yes the Sonos are warm in general, I prefer it leaning to the warmer side, especially when it comes to the highs, ever since the Beyer Dynamic 1990 pro and their ear piercing highs I'm pretty sensible when it comes to that, but overall neutral is what I prefer. Give me mids and highs from the HS7 with deep bass in a cute compact package and I'm happy, but since physics say no, I have to go with something else.

You matched the "Rituals" neatly with the box, I give you that, stuff smells awesome xD I haven't seen it in person yet tbf, the pictures on their website give me that teenager partybox vibe with the lgbt lights. I mean I guess it doesn't look bad compared to many other speakers like jbl. I'm just not into that classic boombox vibe in general. Unfortunately almost all "nice looking imo" speakers offer mostly terrible value.

I got me Sonos One when the Echo hype was on, I heard it in a store and was playing some pretty loud beats. I was looking around, because I couldn't find any bigger speaker. I was very surprised with the sound of that tiny box. I do like Sonos, they might not be the best value, but they are pretty good compared to many other well known companies. Tbf I think the UboomX looks ugly as hell, but if the sound is that great I have to give it a shot. I want to visit the bang and olufsen store, I like the Beosound A5, seems to be a neat package. I don't need to listen to it to know it's not worth the money, but I'm curious how something cheap like the UboomX compares to something that costs a magnitude of it.

Thank you, at this price point I can't go wrong by just ordering one and hear for myself. I tested a variety of speakers and know what's good when I hear it. Unfortunately almost all outlets are biased and straight up bought. If I google for it I get Bose/Teufel etc. and if I learned one thing, both offer terrible value.

Thanks for the info, got to admit, looks much better in your pics than in the advertising. I'm still not a fan of the looks but I can live with that. I haven't seen the comparison, just started to do my research, been in a house with plenty of space and used full size speakers. I went with the "boring looks" but great value option, that's why I got Nubert and Yamaha at home. The only boombox I own is some old Teufel one my dad gifted to me many moons ago. Tbf that thing is like 15 years old and was used during countless pool&grill days, it got splashed a hundret times and it still works like a charm, but the sound is not the best. Initially I said sound over design, but during this conversation I realized that design seems more important to me than I thought. I like the looks of the designer speakers and I could afford it as well, but I won't spend that kind of money if it's 20% sound and 80% design and branding. I ordered the Uboom already, if it's as good as claimed, I guess I'll just vibe with it.

Good to know, would have been 100% disappointed until I found out the eq part. Greatly appreciate your insight, now I'm curiously waiting on the Uboom.

I do own a older sonos one which I use in my kitchen, it's good for what it is. The whole idea of the Move 2 is cool, very durable, you got the wireless charging station etc. I listened to the move 2 compared to the A5 and uboomx and it sounded a little lifeless to me. Sonos is known to be on the warmer side of life which is totally fine, but I'm more into neutral sounding speakers. For my personal preference it's lacks clarity. I'm very jelly of your branex, I can't get my hands on one in germany, read a lot of great things about it, wouuld love to get one.

Heard a lot of good stuff about the go&play, it's pretty linear and offers a lot for the price. I'm aiming more towards the brane x but unfortunately it's not available in my cuntry as of now. I haven't tried the HK, I assume it's warmer and more bass heavy than the A5. I was honestly surprised by the standard sound profile, it's very neutral, I was expecting a warm setup. It doesn't go very loud and the bass is nothing to ride home about, but I feel like the precision and responsiveness is incredible. It really does remind me a little of my Yamaha HS7, I love a neutral dry sound. Which is pretty uncommon, so I wouldn't be surprised if many dislike the sound of the A5.

I found very little on the A5 besides generic magazine tests, so I felt like sharing my experience. I have a uboom x and I can tell you that it really gives the A5 a run for it's money. It's hard to put into perspective but roughly I'd say the uboomx performs on 75-80% sound quality wise compared to the A5. The bass is more intense and voluminous than the A5 but not as precise and responsive, similar experience with the mids, the A5 features 3 midrange drivers if I'm not wrong and they are so dry and responsive it's really incredible for the size, I wouldn't say the mids of the uboomx are sloppy, they also sound really good, but the A5 got the edge. In terms of highs, both speakers are almost on the same level, clarity is great on both, but I feel like the A5 is able to display little details more natural and well.. detailed. In summary the uboomx offers about 10x more value than the A5, pair two uboomx together and it will outperform the A5 and it's still so much cheaper. Even tho I'd call myself a sound enthusiast, I'm not a a hi-fi freak by any means, so take this comparison with a grain of salt.