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The comparison here is between the Ultimate Ears Boom 2 and Ultimate Ears Megaboom. Here, one is a second-generation Bluetooth speaker from its line-up and another is a first or original generation Bluetooth speaker from its line-up. But both of these are from Boom families.
Among these two, the UE Boom 2 is a more affordable and portable model than the UE Megaboom. The UE Boom 2 is the successor to its previous generation UE Boom. There several things which have been changed in this, and the most important one is on the water-proofing. The new one is certified for IPX7 in place of IPX4, which means Boom 2 is rated for immersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. So, if you have a pool party and by mistake, your speaker slips down into the water, you don’t need to worry about your speaker, until you take out your speaker within 30 minutes it will be alright. In case if your speaker is dirty you can also wash it using water it is IPX7 rated.
The UE Megaboom is a more expensive model and bigger than the Boom 2 from the UE speakers family. This has been packed with almost the same features but with the addition of more powerful acquisitions, and a larger battery. Design-wise both these look almost the same having the same cylindrical shape to it. As far as weight, UE Boom 2 weighs 548 g and UE Megaboom weighs 877 g which means the Megaboom weighs more than the Boom 2.
Both of these speakers have rubber and fabric coating and this form-factor makes these speakers modern, solid, and strong. You can find the huge volume rockers on the front, and the power and pairing button on the top of both of these speakers. There is also an attachable clip at the bottom of the speakers which enables the speaker to attach or to a tripod mount or hanging from the backpack. You can also find the 3.5-millimeter aux, and also micro USB port charging. Importantly, the UE Boom 2 is lighter and easier to carry. You have many color options on both of these, but if you want to remain safe black is still there for you.
The main improvement over the UE Boom which makes the UE Boom 2 better arises in the volume, which rises from 88 decibels to 90 decibels. It also got improved 10-watt drivers improving slightly on the clarity except when the volume is totally maxed out. As far as the UE Megaboom, it has a total of 18-watt drivers, and two passive drivers for extended bass performance and the clarity is unquestionably top-notch. As long as you are not too concerned by its sound at maximum volume, this isn’t a deal-breaker at all.
Both of these speakers can respond to Siri and Google Assistant. If your phone’s alarm is usually not enough to wake you up, the UE Boom 2 has a super alarm mode which can be set through the app. Meanwhile, the Bluetooth range is up to 30 meters with NFC paring options. It also has a unique feature that I call a tap sensor, tap the top once to play, and tap twice to skip a track. The most important feature of these devices is they have the ability to pair with all the Boom speakers. You can have these two speakers connected together and use them as stereo speakers and also you can connect more than two speakers and play them altogether if you want more sound out of these. If you had a bad battery experience with your old Bluetooth speakers, UE Boom 2 and UE Megaboom wouldn’t disappoint you, since the Boom 2 has 15 hours of battery life and the Megaboom has 20 hours of battery life. Both of these speakers only need two and a half hours for a full charge by micro USB.
To know more about the technical specifications of these speakers, go through the specification down below. To know which one is good for you to buy, first, go through the pros and cons, then specification, and then read the verdict at the last.
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| Ultimate Ears Boom 2 | Ultimate Ears Megaboom |
| BUY NOW | BUY NOW |
| PROS | PROS |
| Full-sounding bass. More robust feature set. Waterproof. Great Android and iOS app. | Solid audio quality across most of the range. Everything-proof. |
| CONS | CONS |
| No playback controls besides tapping. Battery life isn’t improved. Distorts at high volumes. High price. | Struggles with deep sub-bass. Expensive. |
SPECIFICATIONS:
| HEADER | ULTIMATE EARS BOOM 2 | ULTIMATE EARS MEGABOOM |
| Brand | Ultimate Ears | Ultimate Ears |
| Model | Boom 2 | Megaboom |
| GENERAL | ULTIMATE EARS BOOM 2 | ULTIMATE EARS MEGABOOM |
| Manufacturer | Logitech | Logitech |
| SPEAKER SYSYTEM | ULTIMATE EARS BOOM 2 | ULTIMATE EARS MEGABOOM |
| Amplification Type | active | active |
| Frequency Response | 90 – 20000 Hz | 65 – 20000 Hz |
| Output Level (SPL) | 90 dBA | 90 db |
| Audio Amplifier | integrated | integrated |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired, Wireless | Wireless |
| BATTERY | ULTIMATE EARS BOOM 2 | ULTIMATE EARS MEGABOOM |
| Rechargeable Battery | rechargeable | rechargeable |
| Run Time (Up To) | 15 hour(s) | 20 hour(s) |
| POWER DEVICE | ULTIMATE EARS BOOM 2 | ULTIMATE EARS MEGABOOM |
| Power Source | Battery | Battery |
| Options | USB Charging | USB Charging |
| NETWORK AND INTERNET MULTIMEDIA | ULTIMATE EARS BOOM 2 | ULTIMATE EARS MEGABOOM |
| Connectivity Interfaces | Bluetooth, Near Field Communication (NFC) | Bluetooth, Near Field Communication (NFC) |
| SPEAKER SYSTEM DETAILS | ULTIMATE EARS BOOM 2 | ULTIMATE EARS MEGABOOM |
| Speaker Type | Speaker | Speaker |
| Speaker Channel Qty | 2 | |
| Speaker Channel Type | Stereo | |
| DRIVER DETAILS | ULTIMATE EARS BOOM 2 | ULTIMATE EARS MEGABOOM |
| Driver Type | full-range driver, passive radiator | full-range driver, passive radiator |
| Driver Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Driver Diameter | 1.7 m | 2 m |
| CONNECTIONS | ULTIMATE EARS BOOM 2 | ULTIMATE EARS MEGABOOM |
| Type | audio line-in | audio line-in |
| DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT | ULTIMATE EARS BOOM 2 | ULTIMATE EARS MEGABOOM |
| Height | 7.1 in | 8.9 in |
| Weight | 19.33 oz | 30.93 oz |
| FEATURES | ULTIMATE EARS BOOM 2 | ULTIMATE EARS MEGABOOM |
| Features | It’s the waterproof wireless speaker that blasts loud, immersive 360-degree sound. Rain or shine, Ultimate Ears BOOM 2 instigates spontaneous adventures anywhere. BOOM 2 has big, bold 360-degree sound that energizes any adventure. BOOM 2 was designed to live. To see the world. To get wet, muddy, covered in snow and beat up — but always to be awesome. BOOM 2 is crafted from the sexiest and most uninhibited premium materials in the known universe. Tough, resilient and absolutely stunning. Amplify the party! Use the UE BOOM app to wirelessly connect 150+ BOOM, BOOM 2 and MEGABOOM speakers. Use your BOOM 2 App to unlock features like Block Party, Remove On/Off, Customizable EQ, Musical Alarm, Tap Controls and more. | IPX7 rated: Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM can be immersed in water up to 1m for up to 30 minutes. Connect two MEGABOOMs together for bigger sound. With Double Up Lock the speakers will automatically Double Up the next time they are both powered on together. You and up to 2 friends can join Block Party in the UE App and see who’s the better DJ with MEGABOOM. When a call comes in to your connected smartphone, MEGABOOM will automatically pause the music. You can answer the call from either the smartphone or by pressing the Bluetooth button on the MEGABOOM. Select the best Sound for different occasions with 4 different presets and a customized tuner. You can use MEGABOOM as an alarm to wake up to your favorite songs, playlists and more. Pair up to 8 Bluetooth enabled source devices – Connect up to two source devices at the same time. |
Expert Reviews of Ultimate Ears Boom 2:
By techPowerUp!
The UE BOOM 2 sells for $199! Great design – Reka One artwork! Lots of color and graphics options Good sound quality Portable and lightweight Rugged Long playtime (15 hours) IPX7 rated Expensive at $199 9.0 UE’s many color and design options…By Wired
For the last few years, our favorite Bluetooth speaker here at WIRED—really, one of our top tech products overall—has been the UE Boom. The compact $200 speaker sounds amazing and goes more than 15 hours on a charge. It stands vertically, spreading…By GoodHouseKeeping
The Ultimate Ears Boom 2 packs a lot of punch into a small package. It’s about the size of a water bottle (significantly smaller than the Ultimate Ears Megaboom), but still produces a lot of sounds. You can access the UE added features like “Block…By SoundGuys
The UE Boom 2 is slightly better sounding than the original but is still not impressive us to turn us into…By AndroidGuys
UE has a fabulous Bluetooth speaker here. In my opinion, this one is gonna be hard to beat. I love how ruggedized the build is. A portable speaker should be able to withstand life’s perils. The 360-degree sound output is also well-thought; it just makes…Expert Reviews of Ultimate Ears Megaboom:
By Macworld
Ultimate Ears slammed down the gauntlet with its Megaboom portable Bluetooth speaker. This loud-and-proud, thoroughly weatherized speaker produces enough sound to fill the average backyard, and it comes with a richly featured app that will make it the…By GoodHouseKeeping
This speaker provides big, high-quality sound from a compact, lightweight unit. It comes in some funky, colorful designs and is waterproof, and will float on water. Using the Ultimate Ears app you can access the added features like “Block Party,” which…By TechRadar
The UE Megaboom is easy to recommend based on its sound and battery improvements over its smaller Boom brethren. But, at $299 (£249, AU$379), this speaker is in need of a killer app to best the…By MacNN
Ultimate Ears (now owned by Logitech) has found great success in the marketplace with its “Boom” series of Bluetooth speakers, a modest tube about the size of your typical energy-drink can, that puts out sufficient volume to provide a wireless…By TechPowerUp
The MEGABOOM covers most listening scenarios better, but it is slightly worse off when it comes to portability, so if your primary concerns are sound quality and volume, the MEGABOOM will fit the bill better, but if you want something to reside in your backpack, you will find yourself wanting the BOOM instead.
VERDICT
I have to admit that both the UE Boom 2 and the UE Megaboom are very recommendable Bluetooth speakers for the active lifestyle. But it just depends on you which one do you prefer the most. There is only around 15 dollars difference in their price range currently. If you want a speaker at a lower cost then you can go for the Megaboom but if you can spend more then you can go for the Boom 2. I feel like the Boom 2 sounds better than the Megaboom and has better battery life. Other than that, both of these speakers are strong, water-proof, have lots of features, and have last longer battery. It’s not less expensive than those premium Bluetooth speakers in the market but I can say, from these you can totally get what you paid for.
