Battery life
- Soundcore Boom 2
- Up to 24 hours per charge
- Soundcore Boom 2 SE
- Up to 18 hours per charge
Speaker comparison
Soundcore Boom 2 vs Soundcore Boom 2 SE
Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.
01Selected  Soundcore Boom 2
KSh 17,460In Stock | 02  Soundcore Boom 2 SE
KSh 13,690In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Soundcore Boom 2 if you want a higher 60 W rated output and longer rated battery life (24 hours per charge). Choose the Soundcore Boom 2 SE if you want faster recharging (4 hours), can activate connected-phone voice assistant software and a lower price (KSh 3,770 less).
Output power
- Soundcore Boom 2
- 60 W rated output
- Soundcore Boom 2 SE
- 30 W rated output
Audio
- Soundcore Boom 2
- BassUp 2.0
- Soundcore Boom 2 SE
- Built-in microphone for connected-phone calls
Controls
- Soundcore Boom 2
- Power, Bluetooth, volume, playback, BassUp
- Soundcore Boom 2 SE
- Power, Bluetooth, playback, volume, BassUp and PartyCast buttons
USB
- Soundcore Boom 2
- USB-C charging, up to 5W connected-device charging
- Soundcore Boom 2 SE
- USB-C charging input at 5V 3A
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Soundcore Boom 2
- Higher rated output: 60 W.
- Rated for up to 24 hours per charge.
Soundcore Boom 2 SE
- Recharges faster: 4 hours.
- Can activate connected-phone voice assistant software.
- Lower price: KSh 13,690 (KSh 3,770 less).
What matters most to you?
10 priorities selected.
Soundcore Boom 2
- 60 W rated output.
- Works with the Soundcore app.
- Up to 24 hours per charge.
- Bluetooth 5.3.
- BassUp 2.0.
- Power, Bluetooth, volume, playback, BassUp and lighting.
- USB-C charging, up to 5W connected-device charging.
- No standalone voice-assistant system specified.
- Portable placement, integrated carry handle.
- PartyCast 2.0 on earlier hardware.
Soundcore Boom 2 SE
- 30 W rated output.
- Works with the Soundcore app.
- Up to 18 hours per charge.
- Bluetooth 5.3.
- Built-in microphone for connected-phone calls.
- Power, Bluetooth, playback, volume, BassUp and PartyCast buttons.
- USB-C charging input at 5V 3A.
- Can activate connected-phone voice assistant software.
- Portable horizontal placement, integrated carrying handle.
- TWS stereo and PartyCast, additional compatible speakers separate.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Soundcore Boom 2 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Soundcore | Soundcore |
| Model | A3138012 | A3148Z11 |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
| Color | Black | Black |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Soundcore Boom 2 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | — | 3100mAh / 7.2V |
Connectivity
| Specification | Soundcore Boom 2 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Revision-dependent: earlier Bluetooth 5.3; upgraded Bluetooth 6.0 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | Earlier revision SBC; upgraded official support lists SBC and MPEG-2 AAC LC | — |
| Wi-Fi | No Wi-Fi audio feature specified | Not supported; Bluetooth audio |
| Wired Inputs | No AUX input | No AUX input |
| USB | USB-C charging; up to 5W connected-device charging | USB-C charging input at 5V 3A; USB-A charging output at 5V 1A / 5W |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | TWS with two identical compatible units; earlier PartyCast 2.0 and upgraded Auracast hardware cannot link across systems | TWS with another Boom 2 SE; PartyCast with compatible soundcore speakers |
| App Support | soundcore app; custom EQ, lighting and firmware | soundcore app for EQ, battery, volume, firmware, voice prompts and automatic power-off |
| Bluetooth Range | — | Up to 100m / 328ft under suitable conditions; obstacles and interference reduce range |
| HDMI | — | Not supported |
Features
| Specification | Soundcore Boom 2 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | No standalone voice-assistant system specified | Can activate connected-phone voice assistant software; no standalone assistant system |
| Lightshow | Beat-synchronised light effects; app control | No music light-show feature specified for Boom 2 SE |
| Party Features | PartyCast 2.0 on earlier hardware; Auracast on upgraded hardware; pairing system must match | TWS stereo and PartyCast; additional compatible speakers separate |
| Home Cinema Features | No dedicated HDMI home-cinema connection specified | No HDMI or dedicated home-cinema system |
| Special Features | BassUp 2.0; revision-dependent multi-speaker pairing; USB-A output up to 5W | USB-A 5W phone charging; microphone for calls; automatic power-off; app firmware updates |
Audio
| Specification | Soundcore Boom 2 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | 2.1-channel driver arrangement; one woofer and two tweeters | Two full-range drivers |
| Drivers | Built-in woofer and two tweeters | 2 × 70 × 70mm full-range drivers |
| Total Power Output | 60W standard; up to 80W in BassUp 2.0 mode | 30W |
| Audio Channels | 2.1-channel driver arrangement; TWS left/right stereo with two identical new-version speakers | Stereo sound; TWS left and right channels with two identical speakers |
| Sound Modes / EQ | BassUp 2.0; custom equaliser in soundcore app | BassUp; app Signature, Voice, Balance and Xtra Bass EQ presets; custom EQ |
| Audio Features | BassUp 2.0; built-in microphone | Built-in microphone for connected-phone calls; BassUp |
| Frequency Response | — | 50Hz–20kHz |
Power & Battery
| Specification | Soundcore Boom 2 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Built-in rechargeable battery; USB-C charging | Built-in rechargeable battery; USB-C charging at 5V 3A |
| Battery Life | Up to 24h at 50% volume with BassUp and lighting off; actual runtime varies | Up to 18h at 50% volume with BassUp off; actual use varies |
| Charging Time | Approximately 5.5 hours with certified 5V 3A adapter | Approximately 4 hours with suitable 5V 3A adapter |
| Fast Charging | Charging reference 5V 3A (15W) | — |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Soundcore Boom 2 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Power, Bluetooth, volume, playback, BassUp and lighting; PartyCast or Auracast depending hardware revision; app settings | Power, Bluetooth, playback, volume, BassUp and PartyCast buttons; connected call controls; app settings |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX7; floating design; seal waterproof cover tightly before exposure | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Portable placement; integrated carry handle | Portable horizontal placement; integrated carrying handle |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Soundcore Boom 2 | Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | One Soundcore Boom 2 | One Soundcore Boom 2 SE |
| Subwoofer | No separate subwoofer supplied | No separate subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | No remote control supplied | No remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | 60cm USB-C to USB-C cable; wall charger sold separately | 60cm USB-C to USB-C cable; wall charger not included |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | No AUX or HDMI cable supplied | No AUX or HDMI cable supplied |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide | Quick Start Guide |
| Mounting Accessories | — | No mounting kit supplied; integrated carrying handle |
Similarities
- Both use Bluetooth 5.3.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Same type: Portable Bluetooth Speaker.
- Both are made by Soundcore.
- Both work with the Soundcore app.
In summary
Choose Boom 2 for more total output and longer rated battery life; Boom 2 SE offers faster recharging at a lower price.
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