Weight
- Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- About 576 g
- Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini
- 330 g
Speaker comparison
Soundcore Select 3 vs Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini
Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.
01Selected  Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
KSh 8,500In Stock | 02  Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini
KSh 5,600In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker if you want longer rated battery life (20 hours per charge). Choose the Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini if you want IP67 water resistance, Bluetooth 5.3 and a lighter build (330 g).
Connections
- Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- Bluetooth 5.0 connection
- Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Output power
- Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- 16 W rated output
- Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini
- 6W total
Software
- Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- Works with the Soundcore app
- Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini
- Mi Home/Xiaomi Home plugins
Battery life
- Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- Up to 20 hours per charge
- Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini
- Up to 11 hours per charge
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- Rated for up to 20 hours per charge.
- Power source: Rechargeable battery / USB charging.
Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini
- IP67 water and dust resistance.
- Newer Bluetooth 5.3.
- Lighter: 330 g.
- Lower price: KSh 5,600 (KSh 2,900 less).
- Power source: Built-in rechargeable battery.
What matters most to you?
7 priorities selected.
Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- About 576 g.
- 16 W rated output.
- Bluetooth 5.0.
- Works with the Soundcore app.
- Up to 20 hours per charge.
- IPX7 water and dust resistance.
- BassUp Technology.
Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini
- 330 g.
- 6W total.
- Bluetooth 5.3.
- Mi Home/Xiaomi Home plugins.
- Up to 11 hours per charge.
- IP67 water and dust resistance.
- Omnidirectional sound.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Soundcore | Xiaomi |
| Model | Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | 57961 |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
| Color | — | Black |
Design
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Approx. 576g (1.27 lbs) | 330g |
| Dimensions | — | 103 × 73 × 73mm |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | — | 2000mAh typical |
Connectivity
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi | Bluetooth-only portable speaker | — |
| HDMI | Portable speaker design | — |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | No microphone or guitar input | — |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | PartyCast (Link 100+ speakers) | Stereo with two matching speakers; group playback with up to eight compatible Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker series devices |
| App Support | Soundcore App (Customizable EQ) | Mi Home/Xiaomi Home plugins; sound and lighting settings; OTA updates; NFC pairing with supported HyperOS phones |
| USB | — | USB-C charging port |
Features
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | No built-in voice assistant | — |
| Lightshow | No party lightshow | RGB ambient lighting configurable in Xiaomi Home |
| Party Features | Not a party-speaker product | Group playback with up to eight compatible speakers; adjustable lighting |
| Home Cinema Features | Not a home-cinema speaker | — |
| Special Features | — | NFC pairing with supported Xiaomi HyperOS phones; app sound and lighting adjustment |
Audio
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | Dual Drivers + Passive Radiator | Two full-range drivers and one passive radiator |
| Drivers | Dual Full-Range Drivers + Passive Radiator | two full-range speakers and one passive radiator |
| Total Power Output | 16W Stereo Sound | 6W total; 3W × 2 |
| Audio Features | BassUp Technology | Omnidirectional sound |
| Sound Modes / EQ | — | Xiaomi Home sound-effect settings and custom equaliser |
Power & Battery
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Built-in rechargeable battery; USB-C charging |
| Battery Life | Up to 20 Hours | Up to 11 hours with lights off or 8 hours with lights on at 50% volume in Xiaomi laboratory tests |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C; 5V 2A input |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX7 Fully Waterproof | IP67 |
| Placement / Mounting | Detachable Carry Handle | Portable freestanding speaker |
| Controls | — | Power, volume, playback and pairing controls; NFC sensor area |
| Materials | — | Woven mesh body; rubber base |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | One speaker |
| Subwoofer | No subwoofer supplied | Not included |
| Remote Control | No remote control supplied | — |
| Power Cable | USB charging cable | — |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | Not applicable | — |
| Mounting Accessories | Portable design | — |
| Other Accessories | — | — |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | User manual |
Similarities
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Same type: Portable Bluetooth Speaker.
In summary
Choose Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Mini for IP67 water and dust resistance at a lower price; Soundcore Select 3 Bluetooth offers longer rated battery life.
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