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Skullcandy Barricade XL vs Ultimate Ears Boom 2

    6.81 in
    4.02 in
    Skullcandy Barricade XL Wireless Speaker
    Skullcandy Barricade XL
      2.64 in
      7.09 in
      Ultimate Ears Boom 2 Wireless Speaker
      Ultimate Ears Boom 2
      Available colors
      Editiorial reviews
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      The Skullcandy Barricade XL speaker delivers bass-forward Bluetooth audio in a portable, rugged design.Read more
      Portable audio equipment is on the rise in popularity, with no decline in sight. Portable speakers allow you to enjoy and share your favorite music anywhere, anytime. Whether you’re looking for some musical entertainment during your morning shower or taking your tunes camping, a portable speaker is a must have for any music-loving go-getter. With popularity comes diversity, and the portable speaker market is indeed diverse. First Look With so many options, it can be difficult to know which portable speakers can deliver on both sound quality and durability. The Skullcandy Barricade Mini is the perfect place to start. SinceRead more
      The Skullcandy Barricade Bluetooth speaker promises to differentiate itself in two main ways. With the amount of Bluetooth speakers out there, these are quite important. The Barricade is not only rugged, but it's buoyant. To beRead more
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      Full Comparison

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      Sound

      Skullcandy Barricade XLSkullcandy Barricade XL
      Ultimate Ears Boom 2Ultimate Ears Boom 2
      Channels1.02.1
      Low frequency50.0 Hz90.0 Hz
      High frequency20.0 kHz20.0 kHz
      Peak power20.0 W9.0 W
      Number of drivers22

      Design

      Skullcandy Barricade XLSkullcandy Barricade XL
      Ultimate Ears Boom 2Ultimate Ears Boom 2
      Colour of product
      • Black
      • Grey,Lime
      • Black
      • Black,Blue
      • Black,Blue,Red
      • Black,Green,Pink
      • Black,Grey
      • Black,Indigo
      • Black,Silver
      • Blue
      • Indigo
      Built-in displaynoyes

      Dimensions

      Skullcandy Barricade XLSkullcandy Barricade XL
      Ultimate Ears Boom 2Ultimate Ears Boom 2
      Height4.02 in7.09 in
      Width6.81 in2.64 in
      Weight30.55 oz19.33 oz

      Connectivity

      Skullcandy Barricade XLSkullcandy Barricade XL
      Ultimate Ears Boom 2Ultimate Ears Boom 2
      USByesyes
      Type of USB connector
      USB
      		Micro-USB
      Source of connection
      • iOS App
      • Android App
      • Windows Phone App
      • Mac App
      • PC App
      • Integrated in Speaker
      • Android App
      • Mac App
      • PC App
      • Windows Phone App
      • iOS App
      Aptx Supportnono
      Bluetoothyesyes
      Wired inputs
      • 3.5mm
      • Micro-USB
      • 3.5mm
      • Micro-USB
      Bluetooth wireless range33.0 ft328.08 ft
      Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)11
      Wireless network (Wi-Fi)nono

      Features

      Skullcandy Barricade XLSkullcandy Barricade XL
      Ultimate Ears Boom 2Ultimate Ears Boom 2
      Docking station for mobile/Tabletnono
      Radio receivernono
      Smart speaker (virtual assistant)nono
      Streaming standards
      • AirPlay
      • Google Cast
      		Spotify Connect
      Speakerphoneyesyes
      IP code (level of dust/water resistance)IPX7IPX7
      Water resistantyesyes

      Power

      Skullcandy Barricade XLSkullcandy Barricade XL
      Ultimate Ears Boom 2Ultimate Ears Boom 2
      Battery operatedyesyes
      USB poweredyesyes
      Electric (not USB)nono
      Battery typeLi-IonLi-Ion
      Playback time10.0 h15.0 h
      Battery life (max)10.0 h15.0 h

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