
EarFun - UBOOM X
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"But with Oluv's tuning, it was a bargain if you need a wall of detailed sound that goes LOUD."
"For your budget, you could easily buy two for a stereo setup. ... 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. ... I have never heard another Bluetooth speaker with such audiophile hi-fi sound. ... the sound of the UBOOM X, which I use in the bathroom, also regularly brings a smile to my face."
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"I think the uboom x is damn near unbeatable in terms of bass"
"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. ... Yes, it can reproduce lower frequencies better."
"the bass output is unbeatable for the money."
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"The guy who did the DSP tuning (easily 80% of the speaker's performance) for the Uboom X did a pretty big write up lately that's a good read ... He's pretty well known around for having an amazing ability to tune these things and I own a few speakers and headphones that he's done and I'm extremely happy with all of them. ... just make sure you install the Earfun app to update the firmware and select an Oluv EQ like Indoors. Out of the box it sounds like complete garbage (which especially shows how much the DSP tuning matters)"
"The UBOOM X sounds better on its own or as a pair with custom EQs. ... I often use it in TWS at private parties and events, and I get so much positive feedback about the sound."
"A Pair of Earfun Uboom X speakers will deliver the best sound for that budget. ... What would provide better sound quality* & bass than a pair of UboomX speakers for $300? * With the correct EQ from the app."
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"So instead of trying to do another "boombox" I thought it could be nice to have a speaker for serious listening which could do both, be some kind of portable studio monitor and some boombox for outdoors if needed. ... indoor should offer a pretty neutral response similar to studio monitors with some psychoacoustic stereo enhancing and dynamic bass and treble adjustments for lower levels ... indoor+ adds even more stereo width and has some slight boost at the lowest and highest frequencies. ... outdoor has upper bass slightly reduced to avoid the speaker to appear too boomy when placed at the ground while midbass around 60hz boosted more, at the same time lowest bass is cut quite a bit more as usually outdoors these frequencies are not heard that well anyhow, this together with the less aggressive compressor for treble allowed for the highest SPL levels with less distortion than outdoor+, Boom xXX etc. ... Boom xXX was meant as rather fun for those who simply love that boominess. It is still listenable unlike some Sony speakers that are just knocking and humming with mudiness and IMO Boom xXX works best for maximum volume with the most overall bass and slightly less distortion than outdoor+ while being louder at the same time. ... Ground O which stands for ground omnidirectional should offer you the most bass possible when placed at the ground due to the boundary effect without the boominess you would get with Boom xXX, at the same time treble is boosted a lot to allow for omnidirectional listening when the speaker is aimed upwards. This works fairly well and due to the reduced upper bass it gives a more controlled result than Boom xXX with a cleaner, deeper bass due to the ground reflections. ... I still created an own desktop mode which should give more satisfying results with the speaker placed on some larger table or even at the ground. It should still offer a rather neutral uncolored result compensating for the reflections of this surface."
"But with Oluv's tuning, it was a bargain if you need a wall of detailed sound that goes LOUD."
"very much enjoyed their sound when using your profiles."
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"by far the best price/performance ratio currently available ... cheaper than a JBL Charge 5"
"But with Oluv's tuning, it was a bargain if you need a wall of detailed sound that goes LOUD."
"A Pair of Earfun Uboom X speakers will deliver the best sound for that budget. ... What would provide better sound quality* & bass than a pair of UboomX speakers for $300? * With the correct EQ from the app."
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"At four kilos, it is one of the smaller speakers in the boombox class. ... 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."
"it was too big"
"But they are huge! ... Probably not easily carried from room to room"
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"Well it is a cheap plastic speaker that looks and feels like it was put together in a poor remote Chinese factory. ... it still looks and feels like one of the cheapest around."
"Well it is a cheap plastic speaker that looks and feels like it was put together in a poor remote Chinese factory."
"the build quality isn't very premium either. It's just plastic and a bit of rubber. ... Still doesn't feel like a premium product. ... Yeah it's cheap plastic"
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"Sadly if you use it out of the box it sounds like unlistenable garbage with the defaults, it needs the app installed, firmware updated and an Oluv EQ selected and then it's one of the best around."
"while the bass is without a doubt impressive, it is boomy and muddled and overpowers the music on certain tracks. ... it gets overpowering and muddy sounding with certain songs."
"The highs and mids are flat and lifeless and while the bass is without a doubt impressive, it is boomy and muddled and overpowers the music on certain tracks."
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"while the bass is without a doubt impressive, it is boomy and muddled and overpowers the music on certain tracks. ... it gets overpowering and muddy sounding with certain songs."
"The highs and mids are flat and lifeless and while the bass is without a doubt impressive, it is boomy and muddled and overpowers the music on certain tracks."
"Out of the box it sounds like complete garbage"
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"I returned them because of sound drops when paired in TWS mode (a known issue)"
"I returned them because of sound drops when paired in TWS mode (a known issue) ... I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the UBOOM X to anyone who doesn't intend to use two of them in TWS mode. ... It happened for me with my own custom EQs and all the Oluv profiles including Studio while playing locally stored Spotify files on Android. ... With two UBOOM X speakers, it would sometimes play for hours with no stutter and sometimes stutter 5 times in 5 minutes (no pattern that I can see... I'd replay the same song after multiple sound drops and it'd sometimes play smoothly the next time and sometimes stutter in different spots). ... I didn't experience sound drops with a flat EQ."
"Love these speakers and have no regrets, but here’s what I’ve seen TWS Stutter: ... -Gets worse when streaming through weak wifi or cell reception. ... -Shutting down the Earfun app definitely helps."
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 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).
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...
Only in Oluv's studio, indoor, indoor plus modes... It still lacks refinement for on axis listening in any other mode
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
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.
I think the Oluv eq part is overrated. Yes it sounds pretty bad out of the box, and yes it sounds decent with the Oluv EQ. But people pretend he is the best and whatever. His EQ's lack upper bass and mids, while the normal EQ has mids. For the price it's still a pretty good speaker, but there are much better options if you spend a bit more money or buy something non portable.
Really depends on the EQ, it sounds pretty bad out of the box, but with the Oluv EQ it sounds pretty good for a portable speaker for this price, and it gets pretty loud too. But an Edifier bookshelf speaker with the same price will sound much much cleaner than this, but those lack deep bass. The UBOOM X lacks upper bass and mids tho, especially with the Oluv eq, and the highs can sound weird because the woofers don't have a crossover. I bought it for €95, I'm pretty sure there isn't a better sounding loud portable Bluetooth speaker.
I like the UBOOM X, but it's not neutral or balanced at any point. It's a boombox speaker, lots of volume and lots of bass, and it's pretty good at that for the money.
It might be close to neutral, but it's not close to the clarity that any studio speaker has. It's just not made for high quality audio reproduction. It doesn't help that there isn't a "real" crossover inside the speaker. The tweeters have some kind of crossover so they don't get any low end, but the woofers get full range audio. This makes the treble sound super weird sometimes. It is a pretty good party speaker tho
I really like the UBOOM X, but I wouldn't call it a premium product. It has cheap startup sounds, and the build quality isn't very premium either. It's just plastic and a bit of rubber. It does sound good tho.
Still doesn't feel like a premium product. And the design is very bland. It just sounds good, that's about it.
I wouldn't recommend any Earfun speaker to someone who isn't very tech savy. Every Earfun speaker sounds mediocre out of the box and they need EQing. I really like my UBOOM X, but I just can't recommend it to my mom. That's why my mom has a JBL Charge. Also, any of the stock (normal or OLUV's) EQs are way too focused on deep bass, which isn't the best with classical music. And it's not very portable I think, it's rather huge.
Those are all very different speakers, but if you want to have the best sound, bigger is almost always better. UBOOM X is a good choice.
I will probably get flamed for this, but the UBOOM X was definitely the best purchase of the year, great speaker for the €91 I paid. It can't compete with the JBL Boomboxes, but those are at least 3 times more expensive. I bought a Soundcore Motion 300 too, that thing is pretty good too. Feels and sounds very premium for a low price.
Bought it about 6 months ago, had to use a coupon code on the global website, so you pay in dollars. Dollar price and euro price is the same, but the conversion for dollar to euro is pretty good. Sadly they discontinued the speaker, I would like it in TWS. I haven't listened to the Boombox 3, but I feel like people compare the uboom x to more expensive speakers. The UBOOM X is not perfect, the way highs sound is a bit weird because the woofers get a full range signal, but overall it's pretty good. And the speaker gets very loud with decent bass. I mostly use it as a party or outdoor speaker, and it does that very well. At home I have a full surround system with big bookshelf speakers, and a big Edifier 2.1 system at my desk. Those sound much better, but I can't take those with me lol.
I have used it in some cars as well. Tried my old JBL Xtreme first, but the bass doesn't really keep up in a car. The Uboom X worked great with the BOOMXXX eq. No portable Bluetooth speaker can compete with a decent car stereo tho.
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 EarFun UBOOM X offers by far the best sound quality and performance you can get from your selection. Check out sound comparisons on YouTube. I have a pair of these, and they produce a full sound like a small PA system up to a certain volume, even outdoors. It is clearly a class above the Lava and the ULT 5 and two classes above the Charge and the ULT 3. So, that about sums up my enthusiasm for the UBOOM X. However, if you want to use the speaker often with your laptop, I would recommend a stereo pair of active Bluetooth bookshelf speakers, such as those from Edifier.
The EarFun haters are on the rise again. LMAO! This subreddit is a bit of a joke! If you haven't heard of the UBOOM X yet, I'd suggest having a look on YouTube and in the trade press. If you can, it's definitely best to listen to the speaker in person. It sounds absolutely superb for a Bluetooth speaker and offers sensational value for money. It's a fantastic overall package that is second to none. The negative comments here in the subreddit or the downvotes mean nothing at all, or rather, they just mean there are ignorant people out there. But that's nothing new.
I have a pair of EarFun UBOOM X and I'm thrilled with how good and powerful they sound. Admittedly, it takes some effort to carry these two four-kilogram speakers around everywhere. But the rich sound they deliver at private outdoor events or when meeting up with friends, for example, makes up for it, and I've already received countless positive comments about how excellent the sound quality is. At medium volume, the performance is comparable to that of a small PA system. I recently used them in TWS at a distance of around 30 meters. It worked perfectly. Once you have manually paired them using TWS, they will remember each other and automatically pair in stereo mode the next time you switch them on. I've never had any problems with custom EQs in TWS, these have only been reported in connection with the use of Oluv's DSP programs. I think the UBOOM X sounds even better with a custom EQ, both at low volume indoors and at higher volume outdoors. The battery life is also excellent, and they have an IP67 rating, meaning they are water and dust resistant. The EarFun Audio app works well. They simply offer a great overall package.
If sound quality is your top priority, you should check out the EarFun UBOOM X. If you live in the US, you're in luck. It's still available there. Note that this is a boombox-class speaker, so it's quite large and heavy. I have a pair of these and they sound fantastic, whether indoors, outdoors, at low or high volume. The 10-band EQ in the app allows you to adjust the sound perfectly to any listening situation. And I say this as someone who has a high-quality hi-fi system in their living room. But I wonder why you want a portable Bluetooth speaker if you only use it indoors. Wouldn't two active monitor speakers/bookshelf speakers be a better solution for you? Honestly, I don't understand the recommendation for the Bose SoundLink Flex 2. Its advantages are its light weight and compact dimensions, which make it highly portable. However, when it comes to getting the best sound for your money, this wouldn't even be a consideration.
The EarFun UBOOM X is still quite portable, has powerful, deep bass, and excellent overall audio quality. It could be a good alternative for you.
The answer is quite simple, but it doesn't really help: Two speakers in TWS (stereo) sound more than twice as good as one, and a larger speaker generally produces a fuller sound. The first question you should ask yourself is: what size speaker is practical for me? The second consideration is whether you are willing to regularly transport and set up two speakers. Budget can also be a limiting factor, of course, if you can only afford one large speaker or two small ones. I opted for two large speakers and I'm thrilled with how well they perform. I was able to buy two EarFun UBOOM Xs for less than €200. Admittedly, it takes some effort to lug these two speakers, each weighing just over four kilos, around everywhere. However, the sound quality and richness they provide at private outdoor events or when meeting friends makes it worthwhile. I would recommend buying the larger, more powerful speaker from your selection now. Then, you can experience using it in practice and decide later whether you might want a second one.
Buy him an Earfun UBOOM X for dorm parties. For his outdoor activities, add the Soundcore Boom 3i. Both speakers should fit within your budget, and they will give your grandson so much more than a Flip or UE Boom would.
The EarFun UBOOM X delivers the best performance and fullest sound available for under $150. Its superb audio quality puts it in a different league than the Bose SoundLink Flex or the JBL Charge. However, it is quite a big chunk.
The EarFun UBOOM X offers a full, powerful, authentic, detailed and brilliant sound at a fair price. If it is still available in your country, grab it! EDIT: https://youtu.be/b2ZI6UncIYg 😉
Guys, don't believe this Oluv disciple's fairy tales. The UBOOM X sounds fantastic with custom EQs that allow it to be perfectly adapted to spatial conditions and personal preferences. It sounds great on its own, in stereo (TWS), indoors, outdoors, at low volume, at medium and high volume, in small rooms, in large rooms, in reverberant rooms, in muffled rooms, with acoustic music, with electronic music, with hard rock and metal, with jazz and classical music and so on ...
Unfortunately, I can't comment on that. The first Bluetooth speaker I bought was the Xiaomi Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker (16W), which I got for less than €20 in 2021. It was good value for money, but I quickly upgraded to the Soundcore Motion Boom. I've been using two EarFun UBOOM X speakers for over a year now, which together cost me less than €200. The best Bluetooth speaker purchase of my life! I'm still absolutely thrilled with them, and no other Bluetooth speaker has tempted me to buy it so far.
Congratulations to OP for finding a Bluetooth speaker that perfectly suits his needs. It was obviously not an easy journey for him. I can relate to some things in his multi-review, but not others. I would also like to briefly refer to a comment made by the saxophonist, who lives on a boat and frequently talks excessively about his immense collection of various wireless speakers. I can only stare blankly in disbelief at comments such as, "The Tribit Lava sounds good, but the UBOOM X doesn't," or, "The Soundcore 2 Plus and the Boom 2 sound good, but the UBOOM X doesn't." While the UBOOM X may not be as powerful as the JBL Boombox 3, it has more than enough power for many applications and offers a full sound with an excellent audio quality. It's more compact, lighter, and significantly cheaper than the JBL Boombox 3 or 4. The UBOOM X is an attractive option for those who use a speaker on the go and don't require extreme loudness. It's also ideal for those who want to enjoy music on their speaker even at low volumes. Those who don't recognize its quality either have little experience with authentic hi-fi sound or used it incorrectly.
I don't think the speakers you have in mind are powerful enough for your application. I would at least choose a speaker from the boombox class, such as the W-King X20, the Tribit StormBox Blast 1 or 2, or, if you can still get it, an EarFun UBOOM X, which offers the best value for money. The Soundcore Boom 2 Plus/Pro is quite light, but I deliberately put it at the bottom of my list.
For similar events, I use two EarFun UBOOM X in TWS. I would also place the speakers by the nets, but on the outside. Two speakers give you a completely different sound impression compared to a single one.
Forget the Megaboom 4, it doesn't even come close to the UBOOM X. If the UBOOM X is no longer available in your country, alternatives are the Tribit StormBox Blast 1 or 2, the JBL Boombox 3, the W-King X20 or the Zealot ZE21 in the boombox class. Interesting party boxes are the Onn Large Party Speaker, the TRONSMART Halo 300, the W-King T12 or the JBL Partybox 120, 320, 520, 720.
If you want it to be easy to transport, then check out the EarFun UBOOM X.
The dance group is surely also enthusiastic about good audio quality. In this respect, the UBOOM X certainly has more to offer than the Turtelbox. But when it comes to volume, you can't compare a Bluetooth speaker with a PA system, of course. EDIT: If you're not on a tight budget, I recommend buying a pair of speakers and pairing them in TWS mode. This will give you a higher overall volume. And I'm sure I don't need to explain the other advantages of a stereo setup to you.
The EarFun UBOOM X offers by far the best sound quality and performance you can get from your selection. Check out sound comparisons on YouTube. I have a pair of these, and they produce a full sound like a small PA system up to a certain volume, even outdoors. It is clearly a class above the Lava, two classes above the Charge and the ULT 3 blows the Marshall Emberton III or the Bose Soundlink flex out of the Water. So, that about sums up my enthusiasm for the UBOOM X. However, if you want to use the speaker often with your laptop, I would recommend a stereo pair of active Bluetooth bookshelf speakers, such as those from Edifier.
Listen up, you won't find better advice than this: for hikes, buy a small, lightweight speaker like the Soundcore Select 4 Go, and for gatherings in the park or on the beach, buy an EarFun UBOOM X. That way, you'll have a speaker that's very easy to transport and one that is powerful and sounds sensational, all within your budget.
You can't get big sound in a small box. In my opinion, the EarFun UBOOM X is the most compact and lightweight speaker that you can describe as having a full, authentic hi-fi sound. If you can get your hands on it, go for it. The battery life is excellent. At medium volume, you can expect it to play for a whole day and even through the night. I have experienced this firsthand at multiple outdoor events. Depending on the price you find it for, you might even be able to buy a pair within your budget. A speaker of this quality in a stereo setup is comparable to a small hi-fi/PA system up to a certain volume.
The UBOOM X can still be considered an insider tip. It has a great audio quality and can be perfectly adjusted to spatial conditions and personal preferences with custom EQs in the EarFun app. I regularly use the speaker at low volume in my rather small tiled [bathroom](https://ibb.co/zV8XP6vN), which has acoustically challenging conditions, and it sounds superb. I listen to a lot of acoustic music and value the authentic reproduction of the sound of instruments and vocals. I have shared some of my EQs here: [https://www.reddit.com/r/Bluetooth\_Speakers/comments/1p0rqep/comment/npnm294/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Bluetooth_Speakers/comments/1p0rqep/comment/npnm294/) There are numerous sound comparisons on YouTube where you can convince yourself of the speaker's qualities. I haven't noticed any change in sound quality depending on the battery level. I repeat, the battery life is excellent. When I use the speaker indoors at low volume for one to two hours a day, the battery lasts several weeks and I never charge it to 100% capacity and only discharging it to 30-40%. The UBOOM X doesn't sound like a typical Bluetooth speaker. In fact, it sounds more like a hi-fi system. The sound is full and detached from the speaker itself; there's no humming or vibrations in the housing. There's no thumping noise caused by a mechanically overworked driver. The speaker just delivers.
Yeah, considering their ridiculously low price, it's amazing how much value these budget headphones offer. I bought the TOZO HT2 also for around $40 and compared it to the Sony WH-1000XM5. The Sony was noticeably better in terms of both audio quality and noise cancellation, though not by much. Listening to music is very enjoyable with the TOZO as well. I plan to test the new EarFun Wave Pro X, which is scheduled for release early next year. The situation is even more extreme with Bluetooth speakers. I prefer the UBOOM X to the Sony ULT FIELD 7 or the Boombox 3/4 because it is more compact and lighter, yet still offers sufficient volume for my needs. However, I don't compromise on audio quality, and the audio quality of the UBOOM X is excellent and in no way inferior to its more expensive competitors.
The EarFun UBOOM X sounds fantastic, has a long battery life and an IP67 rating. It is the Bluetooth speaker with the best value for money currently available.
If you can still get your hands on an EarFun UBOOM X, grab it. A fantastic-sounding, powerful Bluetooth speaker in the boombox class with sensational value for money. By the way, the Xtreme 4 is by far the weakest speaker in your selection, and the fact that it is also the most expensive is ridiculous.
I was able to buy a pair of EarFun UBOOM X speakers for about two-thirds of this budget, and I couldn't be happier. I now have a portable stereo sound system that can be used both indoors and outdoors as an alternative to a hi-fi/PA system up to a certain volume.
The EarFun UBOOM X has slightly deeper bass and better overall audio quality than the Soundcore Boom 2 Plus. Tribit StormBox Lava and Soundcore Boom 2 are both one size and performance class below the other two.
Given your budget, you could consider a model with significantly better sound quality. Since you mainly want to use the speaker indoors for listening to music, a larger model could also be an option for you, right? Take a look at the EarFun UBOOM X, a Bluetooth speaker offering full, powerful sound, deep bass, and audiophile-grade performance. It's a real pleasure to listen to music on it consciously. Here is a video comparing it with the JBL Charge 6 and JBL Xtreme 4 outdoors. However, I can assure you from experience that the speaker also produces excellent sound quality at low volumes indoors, provided you use a slightly brighter EQ setting in the app. If you're interested, I can provide more information. If you were to buy a second speaker in future and use both in TWS (stereo) mode, the sound quality would be comparable to that of a mid-range hi-fi system.
I decided on the EarFun UBOOM X, which sounds superb for a Bluetooth speaker. It is powerful yet moderate in size and weight. It has an IP67 rating and very good battery life. Since I use it regularly outdoors – I have a high-quality stereo system at home – a portable design, good battery life, and dust and water protection are important to me. Some say that the Go + Play 3 is a stylish, great-sounding speaker intended for indoor use. However, when it comes to competing with a classic stereo system, it doesn't stand a chance. Anyone who considers the Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 to be an exceptionally good-sounding home speaker clearly doesn't have much experience when it comes to hi-fi sound.
The UBOOM X would still be my first choice. There are currently four second-hand ones listed on Kleinanzeigen, including one in Leipzig priced at €120 (negotiable). I would snap that one up immediately if I were you! I have two of them. I often use one (or two, if I'm feeling wild) at a low volume in the bathroom, but I also regularly use both in TWS mode at small, private outdoor events. I am absolutely thrilled with this speaker. It's a great-sounding all-rounder that suits me perfectly in almost every way. Edit: [https://ibb.co/JWJwVtCX](https://ibb.co/JWJwVtCX)
All three speakers are excellent choices in their respective size categories and offer great value for money. Now you just need to consider what size speaker is still practical for you to use. I would say that the UBOOM X is where you start to get a full sound. In terms of audio quality, I would even put it in first place. The ONN Large Party speaker is of course a little more powerful in terms of sound, and Boom 2 is the lightest and most convenient to transport of the three.
The W-King X-20 might be of interest to you. It offers a higher maximum volume, but is significantly heavier than the UBOOM X (7 kg compared to 4.15 kg). If I were you, I would try the UBOOM X. Its performance should be sufficient for the interior of a car, and its audio quality is superb. This thing is really fun. And if that's not enough, a second speaker would be a good way to increase the output, while also giving you a stereo setup with room-filling sound and a wide soundstage. I would say that a party speaker is excessive for use in a car. It's blocking the entire back seat. But you have to decide that for yourself. I would consider the ONN party speaker to be on a similar level to the W-King T9 Pro.
Given everything that's going on in the world right now, the data sent out by my Bluetooth speaker is one of my least concerns. I consider controlling the UBOOM X via the EarFun Audio app to be a huge advantage. I use the speaker on various occasions in different locations, sometimes indoors, sometimes outdoors. So it's essential for me to be able to adjust the sound accordingly. But that may be different for you. If you often use the speaker at high volume, throw dance parties with your friends, drive everywhere in your van and never have to carry the speaker over long distances, want the biggest speaker and the most power for your money, then go for the onn. If you often use the speaker at low and medium volumes for background music, consciously listen to your favorite songs with it, and value authentic reproduction of the sound of instruments and voices, the compact form, lower weight, and associated better portability are advantages for you, then choose the UBOOM X.
My pair of PartyBox 120s are my fav. I also have a pair of JBL flip 6s and pair of UboomXs
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/)
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)
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)
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.
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.
I've literally only ever owned one other Bluetooth speaker, the Altec Lansing mini lifejacket 3. I could tell immediately after listening to the u-boom x that it's not an audiophile speaker, and it's insane that somebody would make that claim. The fact that it sounds like complete ass without a total overhaul of the DSP and hella EQing is a pretty good indicator that this is a software solution for a hardware problem. That being said, I got one last week for $150 canadian, and I'm over the moon with the value. I can't imagine getting anything close to this level of performance of another speaker, for this price. Many of the YouTube reviews I watched were comparing it to the JBL Boombox 3, which retails for about $570 Canadian and was on sale on Prime for $399. And while I believe it's probably a much nicer speaker with much better sound, in more conditions, with more daily driver functionality, I feel like I'd still be more pleased with the sound from the u-boom at this price point. Also, until I got this in my hands I didn't realize the scale of these. That JBL must be bloody massive...lol
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/)
Is it almost as underrated as listening to 1979 by the Smashing Pumpkins playing out of two EarFun UBOOM X speakers in stereo? ;)
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)
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