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Brand | Ultimate Ears |
Speaker Maximum Output Power | 10 Watts |
Connectivity Technology | wireless |
Audio Output Mode | Stereo, Surround Sound, 3D Spatial Audio |
Mounting Type | Freestanding |
About this item
- UE MEGABOOM app for additional features and control
- Gets better all the time through wireless, over-the-air speaker updates
- UE MegaBoom app for additional features and control
- Ideal for smartphones, tablets and other devices
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Bluetooth connectivity | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.2 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 3.6 |
Sound quality | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.2 | 3.3 |
Battery life | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.2 | 2.3 |
Portability | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.5 | — |
Quality of material | 4.4 | 4.6 | — | — | — | 3.2 |
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speaker size | — | — | 7.2 inches | 10 inches | 2 inches | — |
power source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
connectivity tech | wireless | wireless | Bluetooth | Bluetooth Optical USB Auxiliary | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
speaker type | Multi Room | Outdoor | Surround Sound, Outdoor | Outdoor | — | Outdoor |
mounting type | Freestanding | Freestanding | Tabletop | Floor Standing, Table Top | — | Table Top |
weight | 1.93 pounds | 1.2 pounds | 1.8 pounds | 13 pounds | 2.9 pounds | 1.2 pounds |
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From the manufacturer
UE MEGABOOM
Portable Wireless Speaker with Freakishly Amazing 360-Degree Sound
UE MEGABOOM is a portable wireless speaker on steroids. Blast freakishly amazing 360-degree sound with deep, heart-pounding bass–everywhere you go. It has a waterproof (IPX7) grab n’ go shape that is shockingly light–1.93 pounds. Take advantage of its long-life battery and extended wireless range to start a rager wherever, whenever you need.
*Actual wireless range and battery life will vary with use, settings and environmental conditions. Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles.
Highlights
- Freakishly Amazing 360-degree sound with deep bass
- Shockingly light go-anywhere waterproof shape
- 100 ft. Bluetooth wireless range and 20-hour rechargeable battery*
- Works with Apple and Android Bluetooth-enabled devices
Features
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Freakishly amazing soundUE MEGABOOM blasts amazing 360-degree sound with deep, heart-pounding bass–everywhere you go. Designed to incite epic parties and minor riots, UE MEGABOOM is a portable wireless speaker on steroids. Double Up the sound by wirelessly playing (streaming) to two UE speakers and take your party to 11. |
Musical mayhem on the goGo anywhere, start a rager anywhere. UE MEGABOOM has a waterproof (IPX7) grab n’ go shape that is shockingly light – 1.93 pounds. Whether you’re dancing in the rain, barreling down a mountain or just causing mischief with friends, its durability and easy portability make it as spontaneous and crazy as you let it be. |
Designed for the next adventureBold, iconic design; 100-ft Bluetooth wireless range; 20-hour rechargeable battery*; ultra-fast micro USB charging. We designed UE MEGABOOM to make your musical adventures awesome and easy. You bring the friends, it’ll bring the music. *Actual wireless range and battery life will vary with use, settings and environmental conditions. Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles. |
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In control with the appYou’d never walk all the way to your TV to turn it on and you shouldn’t have to with your wireless speaker either. Use the UE MEGABOOM app to control the party from afar and to unlock an expanding set of cool additional features like our musical alarm, fully customizable 5-band EQ, and Gesture Control**— tap to play or pause, tap-tap to skip songs. **Requires latest firmware & software update. |
The speaker of tomorrowUE MEGABOOM gets better all the time through wireless, over-the-air speaker updates and app updates. No cords to connect – it just gets smarter. Think of it as a living, learning speaker. The freakishly amazing speaker of today and tomorrow. |
The ultimate social music playerMusic wasn’t meant to be quiet. It was meant to be shared, pumped out, blasted. UE MEGABOOM is designed from the ground up to change the way you experience music out loud in the world. |
System requirements
- Bluetooth
- Platform agnostic, compatible with Android and Apple
- For Audio Playback: Smartphones, tablets and other devices that support Bluetooth and Bluetooth Smart wireless audio profile [Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)] or 3.5 mm audio output; NFC (passive) enabled devices—(works with active NFC enabled source devices *Android Jellybean and higher).
- For Phone Calls: Phones that support Bluetooth Hands-Free Profile (HFP1.5)
- Waterproof – IPX 7 rated: UE MEGABOOM can be immersed in liquid up to 1m for up to 30 minutes
What’s in the box
- UE MEGABOOM
- Micro USB cable
- Power adapter
- User guide
UE ROLL | UE BOOM 2 | UE MEGABOOM | |
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Price | $389.99$389.99 | $179.99$179.99 | — |
What do you get? | Ultra-Compact Wireless Bluetooth Speaker | Ultra-Portable 360-degree Wireless Bluetooth Speaker / Speakerphone | The Ultimate Portable Bluetooth Speaker / Speakerphone with amazing 360-degree sound, extended wireless range and longer battery life |
Water-Resistant Skin | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Bluetooth Wireless Range* | 65 ft. | 100 ft. | 100 ft. |
Block Party: Take turns playing music from 3 different Bluetooth devices | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Double Up: Wirelessly play (stream) to any two UE speakers at the same time from one source | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Tap to Play. Tap-Tap to Skip a Song** | - | ✓ | ✓ |
Aux input (3.5 mm) for iPod and Most Other Portable Music Players | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery* | 9-hour battery life between charges | 15-hour battery life between charges | 20-hour battery life between charges |
Works with Bluetooth-Enabled Smartphones, Tablets and Computers running iOS, Android, Windows & more | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
*Actual wireless range and battery life will vary with use, settings and environmental conditions. Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles. | **Requires latest firmware & software update. |
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Product information
Model Name | MEGABOOM |
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Speaker Type | Multi Room |
Special Feature | waterproof |
Recommended Uses For Product | For Smartphones or Tablets |
Compatible Devices | Tablet, Smartphone |
Unit Count | 1 Count |
Controller Type | Button |
Color | Charcoal Black |
Included Components | devices that support Bluetooth and Bluetooth Smart wireless audio profile [Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)] or 3.5 mm |
Product Dimensions | 3.3"D x 3.3"W x 8.9"H |
Item Weight | 1.9 Pounds |
Is Waterproof | TRUE |
Charging Time | 2 Hours |
Number of Items | 1 |
Control Method | App |
Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Woofer Diameter | 8.3 Centimeters |
Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |
Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Bluetooth Range | 10 Meters |
Audio Driver Size | 8 Centimeters |
Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
Includes MP3 player? | No |
Specific Uses For Product | Tablet, Smartphone |
UPC | 097855110329 780746633686 097855110336 |
Global Trade Identification Number | 10097855110333, 00097855110329, 10097855110326 |
Manufacturer | Logitech |
Item Weight | 1.93 pounds |
ASIN | B00TXBOWVA |
Item model number | 984-000436 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #171,865 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #4,057 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 1, 2015 |
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Product Description
Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM is a portable wireless speaker on steroids. Blast freakishly amazing 360-degree sound with deep, heart-pounding bass-everywhere you go. Audio Frequency Range: 60Hz (Hertz) - 20kHz (Hertz) .
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Customers like the sound quality and quality of the speakers. For example, they mention it has a 360-degree sound, is loud, and has good connectivity. Some are satisfied with portability. That said, some complain about the charging. Opinions are mixed on battery life, performance, value, and bluetooth connectivity.
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Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. They say the sound is great, the 360-degree sound is awesome, and the companion app is a nice touch. They also say it's a decent speaker, loud enough for a beach party, and water-proof. Some mention that the EQ does great with listening, and that the speaker has a volume setting.
"...that has pretty good bass, high volume, waterproof, and low distortion at high volume there's not anything else out there that checks all the boxes...." Read more
"...I used it mostly indoors, and have zero complaints. The sound quality is great, but outdoors, is where the Megaboom really shines...." Read more
"...The unique part about the Megaboom is the 360 degree sound which is great for outdoors because you don't have to be directly in front of the speaker...." Read more
"...The UE Megaboom by Logitech is a very powerful speaker system. I have purchased this speaker based upon reading reviews prior to purchasing...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the speakers. They say it has a higher quality build, is very durable, and has incredible battery life. Some customers also mention that the design and features are fantastic. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and durability of the product.
"...Its case is robust so it makes for the perfect outdoor/cycling speaker...." Read more
"...Short review: (scroll down for pros and cons) Excellent sound, excellent quality, and easy to use! 9.5/10Overview:..." Read more
"...The construction is solid and it is waterproof. The access ports for the input jack and the Micro USB cable are sealed...." Read more
"...by its size the first time I opened the package which also was very well done and put together...." Read more
Customers find the speaker decently portable, compact, and lightweight. They say it's the best portable speaker on the market, has a great cylindrical footprint, and is versatile from a mobility perspective.
"...full Yamaha setup or Audioengines, but they are good enough and the portability, versatility, and soundstage makes up for it.PROS:-..." Read more
"...unique part about the Megaboom is the 360 degree sound which is great for outdoors because you don't have to be directly in front of the speaker...." Read more
"...This has some serious girth and weight so it is stable for outdoor use in wind.The sound quality is incredible...." Read more
"...with UE because of the dedicated app with equalizer and great cylindrical footprint (Fugoo is lengthy) with nothing showing that could be punctured..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the speakers. Some mention that it's great, while others say that it just doesn't hold a charge and slowly drains the battery.
"...volume, lack of distortion (dynamic compression) at high volume, battery life, and waterproof case makes this a clear winner...." Read more
"...The battery life is great too as I can get more than 10 hours on the loudest setting...." Read more
"...real complaint is that it seems to overheat in the sun and shut down after a few hours of direct sunlight, so I would quickly fix this by placing it..." Read more
"...The battery life is incredible, and it exceeds the battery life of anything in its class...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the speakers. Some mention that it sounded great and worked great, the equaliser works very well for achieving a desired balance between low, mid, and high frequencies. They also say that it works phenomenally in their steam shower. However, others say that the speakers seldom worked on the first attempt, the android app has almost completely disabled advertised functionality, and the speakers are not usable less than a year after they bought it.
"...I've already talked two people into buying it! The app does a great job of having some good pre-set sound settings..." Read more
"...Your results may vary jumping off rocks from 5'. Tap Control doesn't work very well.. Tap top of speaker twice for skip, once for play pause, and..." Read more
"...It is very powerful, and there is no distortion even with the maximum volume level for any genre of music." Read more
"...The Good:For its cylindrical shape and small footprint, it packs a big punch with the equalizer set correctly...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the speakers. Some mention it's worth the price, while others say it'd be a poor choice for other types of music.
"...This is a solid speaker that is worth every penny for the outdoor enthusiast!Megaboom vs Boom II..." Read more
"...It was excellent for EDM, but seems like a poor choice for many other types of music, even when switching my iPhone to Bass Reducer mode...." Read more
"...It's a great speaker and it's worth the moneyPros:DurableGreat soundLong batteryVery easy to use..." Read more
"...Worth the price? In my opinion, ohh yes.EDIT:Do not purchase this thing until Logitech fixes the firmware...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the bluetooth connectivity of the speakers. Some mention that it has a super bluetooth range, is simple to operate, and pairs with their Bluetooth enabled device. However, others say that they have issues connecting via bluetooth at times and that the app does not recognize that they are connected.
"...Its case is robust so it makes for the perfect outdoor/cycling speaker...." Read more
"...The bluetooth connection is a little crappy, because it can sporadically lose connection to devices within 8 feet away, but it regains connection..." Read more
"...Bluetooth range is extremely strong (I'll carry it with my as I do chores on different floors of the house without losing signal from my phone)..." Read more
"...The Bluetooth range is amazing too, I can go easily 50 feet and it does break up...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the charging of the speakers. They mention that the unit stopped charging, the cable has been finicky, and the charging is inconsistent. Some say that the charge doesn't last as long as with comparable JBL speakers.
"...Long charge time (although can still be used while charging)..." Read more
"...Now, I am unable to charge this any further, as the power adapter SPARKS in every outlet we have tested it in (our apartment and elsewhere), and..." Read more
"...Even so, I left it plugged in for over a day and it never seemed to fully charge, which makes me question it's battery life...." Read more
"...Charging is relatively fast at around a few hours from 10-100% with the regular 10watt charger...." Read more
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Party Up Mode: With the app you can pair 2 (up to 50) of these and play off a single phone! I've had 4 hooked up at once at a camp site and its a crowd pleaser. People will stop and ask you what speaker it is.. not because its loud, or even that the sound quality is mind-blowing.. Mostly because of the sound stage you get from having stereo sound (L and R speaker in different locations) in an unexpected location (not a house). Don't underestimate the additional sound quality you get from having the drums and bass in the left speaker and vocals and lead guitar in the right. Especially at a camp site or backyard BBQ. Especially when one speaker is on your bike and the other is on your wife's bike and you pass someone by going around them (one on each side) and they get a brief couple seconds of stereo sound, and are completely confused how you're playing 2 speakers at once. A good sound stage delivers you an experience where you can visually place each instrument, and this feature allows you to do this just about anywhere. That alone makes this product incredible that you can do so just about anywhere. You can also do a party mode where you let as many people as possible create a public playlist through the app.. Cool stuff. Also, bluetooth range is amazing (when you have line of sight).
Ok, think multiple speakers is a gimmick and you won't buy 2? Fine. Its still an solid speaker if you only own 1. The bass is not the deepest out there (JBL Charge 2+ better bass, but not waterproof and doesn't get very loud). If you want an outdoor speaker that has pretty good bass, high volume, waterproof, and low distortion at high volume there's not anything else out there that checks all the boxes. Its case is robust so it makes for the perfect outdoor/cycling speaker. Oh, and the battery life exceeded my expectations by several hours.. or should I say days. I hoped I could get through an entire day of RAGBRAI (7 day bike ride across Iowa) at 3/4 to full volume. It lasted 3 days at 6-7 hours per day (not always at full volume, but at least half, usually 3/4). I think the battery is only like 2600mAh, but the speaker uses 2 x 2" drivers and 2 x 4" passive radiators, which is why you get the awesome battery life with only a 2600 mAh battery. Not to get too techy, but passive radiators use air pressure trickery from drivers and allows massive bass without actually powering the "bass speakers", so to speak. Look up "passive radiators".. cool tech. Ok, I'm in the weeds here.
Mounting is a little awkward on a road bike since its bigger than most. I just stretched out my metal water bottle cage and added a velcro strap. Stays in place well enough for road biking at 20-30 mph. The internet mostly recommended the Topeak cage to mount a Megaboom to a bike, but I found it to be even more awkward and too tight, resulting in unnecessary rubbing and scuffing of my Booms. Emphasis on ROAD BIKE, not mountain bike. Your results may vary jumping off rocks from 5'. Tap Control doesn't work very well.. Tap top of speaker twice for skip, once for play pause, and pulling out your phone is a pain. Your life will immediately improve if you buy a media button for cycling (Satechi Bluetooth Button <--- what I bought).
In a nutshell, if you're looking for a cycling speaker that also sounds good when you get to the campsite, this is it! After buying 2 for cycling only it was so good I removed my large 250W Yamaha receiver and Micca speakers from my garage (took up too much space) and I'm happy with 2 Megabooms. I also moved my back porch stereo (Audioengine A5+) to the basement because Megabooms sound great. I'm not saying that Megabooms sound as good as a full Yamaha setup or Audioengines, but they are good enough and the portability, versatility, and soundstage makes up for it.
PROS:
- Louder than anything out there
- Battery Life is 3-4 days at least. I haven't charged mine in 2 weeks, including a weekend cycling trip.
- Sound (perfect mix of tight upper bass, mids, highs not too bright)
- Waterproof/durability (you can dunk in water for 30 min!)
- Good app (turn speakers on/off with app, speaker firmware updates, stereo volume balance control)
- Sound stage with 2 speakers
CONS:
- Price (Its a chunk of change to buy 2, but if you cycle as much as me, just use the gas money saved)
- Tap Control (you're supposed to be able to tap on top of speaker twice to skip songs, once to pause/play.. Just doens't work well)
Party Up Mode: With the app you can pair 2 (up to 50) of these and play off a single phone! I've had 4 hooked up at once at a camp site and its a crowd pleaser. People will stop and ask you what speaker it is.. not because its loud, or even that the sound quality is mind-blowing.. Mostly because of the sound stage you get from having stereo sound (L and R speaker in different locations) in an unexpected location (not a house). Don't underestimate the additional sound quality you get from having the drums and bass in the left speaker and vocals and lead guitar in the right. Especially at a camp site or backyard BBQ. Especially when one speaker is on your bike and the other is on your wife's bike and you pass someone by going around them (one on each side) and they get a brief couple seconds of stereo sound, and are completely confused how you're playing 2 speakers at once. A good sound stage delivers you an experience where you can visually place each instrument, and this feature allows you to do this just about anywhere. That alone makes this product incredible that you can do so just about anywhere. You can also do a party mode where you let as many people as possible create a public playlist through the app.. Cool stuff. Also, bluetooth range is amazing (when you have line of sight).
Ok, think multiple speakers is a gimmick and you won't buy 2? Fine. Its still an solid speaker if you only own 1. The bass is not the deepest out there (JBL Charge 2+ better bass, but not waterproof and doesn't get very loud). If you want an outdoor speaker that has pretty good bass, high volume, waterproof, and low distortion at high volume there's not anything else out there that checks all the boxes. Its case is robust so it makes for the perfect outdoor/cycling speaker. Oh, and the battery life exceeded my expectations by several hours.. or should I say days. I hoped I could get through an entire day of RAGBRAI (7 day bike ride across Iowa) at 3/4 to full volume. It lasted 3 days at 6-7 hours per day (not always at full volume, but at least half, usually 3/4). I think the battery is only like 2600mAh, but the speaker uses 2 x 2" drivers and 2 x 4" passive radiators, which is why you get the awesome battery life with only a 2600 mAh battery. Not to get too techy, but passive radiators use air pressure trickery from drivers and allows massive bass without actually powering the "bass speakers", so to speak. Look up "passive radiators".. cool tech. Ok, I'm in the weeds here.
Mounting is a little awkward on a road bike since its bigger than most. I just stretched out my metal water bottle cage and added a velcro strap. Stays in place well enough for road biking at 20-30 mph. The internet mostly recommended the Topeak cage to mount a Megaboom to a bike, but I found it to be even more awkward and too tight, resulting in unnecessary rubbing and scuffing of my Booms. Emphasis on ROAD BIKE, not mountain bike. Your results may vary jumping off rocks from 5'. Tap Control doesn't work very well.. Tap top of speaker twice for skip, once for play pause, and pulling out your phone is a pain. Your life will immediately improve if you buy a media button for cycling (Satechi Bluetooth Button <--- what I bought).
In a nutshell, if you're looking for a cycling speaker that also sounds good when you get to the campsite, this is it! After buying 2 for cycling only it was so good I removed my large 250W Yamaha receiver and Micca speakers from my garage (took up too much space) and I'm happy with 2 Megabooms. I also moved my back porch stereo (Audioengine A5+) to the basement because Megabooms sound great. I'm not saying that Megabooms sound as good as a full Yamaha setup or Audioengines, but they are good enough and the portability, versatility, and soundstage makes up for it.
PROS:
- Louder than anything out there
- Battery Life is 3-4 days at least. I haven't charged mine in 2 weeks, including a weekend cycling trip.
- Sound (perfect mix of tight upper bass, mids, highs not too bright)
- Waterproof/durability (you can dunk in water for 30 min!)
- Good app (turn speakers on/off with app, speaker firmware updates, stereo volume balance control)
- Sound stage with 2 speakers
CONS:
- Price (Its a chunk of change to buy 2, but if you cycle as much as me, just use the gas money saved)
- Tap Control (you're supposed to be able to tap on top of speaker twice to skip songs, once to pause/play.. Just doens't work well)
Short review: (scroll down for pros and cons) Excellent sound, excellent quality, and easy to use! 9.5/10
Overview:
The Megaboom is hands down the best wireless speaker I have owned.
Utility: I bought it to use at several beach/river trips I had coming up during the summer. I tested to see if it actually floats in the pool, and it does! I threw it in, but it does takes a few seconds to resurface, but eventually it made its way back up. I clipped a carabiner and added a float device on as well so it would resurface quickly if anything happened, then hooked it to my tube and floated the river for 6 hours without any issues. I dunked it in the water a few times to show off a bit and everyone was impressed. I've taken it to the beach and set it in the sand and let it play. I even took it to a natural spring to hang out with friends. It is an absolute blast to be able to toss around the speaker and skip songs, or use the voice function to play a different one. Mostly I use this in the shower/bathroom when getting ready in the morning, and I typically have to charge it every 3-4 weeks, which is absolutely amazing!
Sound: I am blown away by the sound from this wireless speaker. I have gotten compliments on it just about everywhere I bring it. I've already talked two people into buying it! The app does a great job of having some good pre-set sound settings (extra bass, voice boost for podcasts, etc.). The sound is extremely loud and can fill a room indoors. Outdoors it is loud enough to have a good time, without worrying about it easily being drown out. My only real complaint is that it seems to overheat in the sun and shut down after a few hours of direct sunlight, so I would quickly fix this by placing it under a beach chair or something similar.
Pros:
Shockproof!! (I dropped this (about 4 feet) in my bathroom on a tile floor and had a minor freak out knowing I joke broke my expensive speaker, but it just kept playing, no issues at all!)
Waterproof/floats
Voice controlled audio
Extremely strong sound
Mobile
App controlled/remote turn on
Variable audio settings
Long battery life (sometimes I go 3-4 weeks without charging)
Bluetooth range is extremely strong (I'll carry it with my as I do chores on different floors of the house without losing signal from my phone)
Cons:
Shuts down when in direct sunlight
Battery life is a bit shorter when using at full volume outside
Long charge time (although can still be used while charging)
Some people may say that the price point is a con, but you get what you pay for. This is a solid speaker that is worth every penny for the outdoor enthusiast!
Megaboom vs Boom II
I initially bought the Boom II and absolutely loved it. I used it mostly indoors, and have zero complaints. The sound quality is great, but outdoors, is where the Megaboom really shines. If you are mostly indoors in smaller rooms, the Boom II is more than powerful enough. However, if you have large open areas, or are outdoors, always pick the Megaboom!