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Sonos Roam vs Skullcandy Barrel Boombox

Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.

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Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger

Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger

  • 430 g.
  • 18 Wh of stored energy.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • Up to 10 hours per charge.
  • IP67 rating.
KSh 31,500In Stock
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Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker

Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker

  • 5,400 g.
  • 4,400 mAh battery capacity.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • Up to 12 hours per charge.
  • 60 W rated output.
KSh 33,500In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger if you want a lighter build (430 g), faster recharging (2 hours) and Sonos Voice Control and supported voice services. Choose the Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker if you want longer rated battery life (12 hours per charge).

Weight

Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
430 g
Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
5.4 kg

Connections

Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
Bluetooth 5.0 connection
Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
Bluetooth 5.3 connection

Battery life

Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
Up to 10 hours per charge
Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
Up to 12 hours per charge

Water resistance

Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
IP67 water and dust resistance
Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
Water-Resistant Build

Controls

Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger
Volume, play/pause, microphone and power/Bluetooth buttons
Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
Power, playback, volume/track, Bluetooth, lightshow and Bass Boost

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Sonos Roam with Wireless Charger

  • Lighter: 430 g (vs 5.44 kg).
  • Recharges faster: 2 hours (vs 3.5 hours).
  • Sonos Voice Control and supported voice services.
  • Lower price: KSh 31,500 (vs KSh 33,500).

Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker

  • Rated for up to 12 hours per charge (vs 10).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.0).

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PrioritySonos Roam with Wireless ChargerSkullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
Portability430 g5,400 g
Weight430 g5.44 kg
ConnectionsWi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.3
Battery lifeUp to 10 hours per chargeUp to 12 hours per charge
Water resistanceIP67 water and dust resistanceWater-Resistant Build
Battery capacity18 Wh battery4,400 mAh battery

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSonos Roam with Wireless ChargerSkullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
BrandSonosSkullcandy
ModelRoam with Wireless ChargerBarrel Boombox Speaker
Announced2021—
TypePortable Bluetooth SpeakerPortable Party Speaker
ColorShadow Black or Lunar White—

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSonos Roam with Wireless ChargerSkullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
Dimensions168 x 62 x 60 mm (H x W x D)11.81 x 22.05 x 9.6 inches
Weight0.43 kg12 lbs (5.4 kg)

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSonos Roam with Wireless ChargerSkullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
Battery18 Wh rechargeable battery11.1 V / 4400 mAh

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSonos Roam with Wireless ChargerSkullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
Bluetooth5.0Bluetooth 5.3
Wi-Fi802.11 b/g/n/ac, 2.4 and 5 GHzBluetooth-only portable speaker
USBUSB-C chargingUSB-A flash-drive playback; USB-A and USB-C charge output
Multi-Speaker / Stereo PairingStereo pairing of two Roam speakers over Wi-FiSkullcandy Multi-Link (Connect up to 99 speakers)
App SupportSonos app—
Bluetooth Range—10 m
Wired Inputs—3.5 mm AUX input
HDMI—Portable speaker design

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSonos Roam with Wireless ChargerSkullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
Voice AssistantSonos Voice Control and supported voice servicesNo built-in voice assistant
Special FeaturesAutomatic Trueplay, Apple AirPlay 2, Sound Swap—
Lightshow—LED Light Show
Party Features—SKDY Multi-link; TWS stereo; dual-device Bluetooth
Home Cinema Features—Not a home-cinema speaker

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSonos Roam with Wireless ChargerSkullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
Speaker ConfigurationOne tweeter and one mid-wooferOne 6.5" Woofer + Two 2.25" Tweeters
DriversOne tweeter and one mid-woofer6.5" Woofer + Dual 2.25" Tweeters
AmplifierTwo Class-H digital amplifiers—
Sound Modes / EQSonos app adjustment of bass, treble and loudnessBass Boost
Audio FeaturesAutomatic Trueplay, Sound Swap and Apple AirPlay 2—
Total Power Output—60 W
Maximum SPL—92dB ± 3

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationSonos Roam with Wireless ChargerSkullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
Power SourceRechargeable batteryRechargeable battery / USB charging
Battery LifeUp to 10 hoursUp to 12 Hours
Charging TimeApproximately 2 hours by USB-C; approximately 4 hours with Sonos wireless charger3.5 hours
Charging PortUSB-C; Qi wireless charging; 5 V / 1.5 A minimum USB supplyDC charging input, 22 V / 3.2 A

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationSonos Roam with Wireless ChargerSkullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
ControlsVolume, play/pause, microphone and power/Bluetooth buttonsPower, playback, volume/track, Bluetooth, lightshow and Bass Boost
Water & Dust ResistanceIP67Water-Resistant Build
MaterialsSilicone end caps—
Placement / MountingHorizontal or vertical placementFree-standing portable placement

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSonos Roam with Wireless ChargerSkullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker
Speaker / SoundbarSonos RoamBarrel Boombox Speaker
Power CableUSB-C charging cableCharging adapter
Other AccessoriesWireless chargerNot applicable
DocumentationQuick-start guideQuick Start Guide and safety documentation
Subwoofer—No subwoofer supplied
Remote Control—No remote control supplied
Audio / HDMI Cable——
Mounting Accessories—Portable design

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Choose Sonos Roam for a lighter build and faster recharging; Skullcandy Barrel Boombox Speaker offers longer rated battery life.

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