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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£10
  • Avg. price in US: ~$12
  • Audio output power: 5.00 W
  • Battery life: 8 hours
  • IP rating: IPX5
  • Bluetooth version: 5.0
  • Weight: 305 g

Boult Audio Bassbox ARC review. Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Speakers category.

Score components:

80.0%

5.8

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
5.8

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

32.0%

5.7

Audio

20.0%

5.0

Battery

18.0%

6.7

Durability

16.0%

5.9

Connectivity

8.0%

5.3

Controls

3.0%

9.2

Design

3.0%

4.2

Smart features

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 7.7
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    5.1

    IP rating

    20.0%

    9.9

    Weight

    15.0%

    2.8

    Battery life

  • 3.4
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.3

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    2.8

    Battery life

    15.0%

    9.9

    Weight

    15.0%

    4.0

    Party mode

  • 4.3
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.0

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    1.3

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    9.9

    Weight

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Best prices in UK

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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Boult Audio Bassbox ARC is a highly portable, cylindrical wireless speaker featuring a 50mm driver that delivers a 5W RMS power output enhanced by integrated bass radiators. Built with a premium fabric and aluminum exterior measuring 87 x 110 x 87 mm, it provides rugged protection via IPX5 water and dust resistance, stable Bluetooth 5.0 wireless connectivity up to 10 meters, an auxiliary input port, and a built-in microphone for hands-free calls. Its main pros include an impressive 8-hour playtime powered by a 1200mAh battery, a stable rubberized anti-slip base, and distortion-free budget audio performance. However, its primary cons include a lack of external microSD memory slots, a slightly bulky body profile for ultra-compact carrying, and a reliance on older Micro-USB instead of modern Type-C fast charging.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Boult Audio Bassbox ARC

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

32.0%

?

Audio

20.0%

?

Battery

18.0%

?

Durability

16.0%

?

Connectivity

8.0%

?

Controls

3.0%

?

Design

3.0%

?

Smart features

5.8
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a technical score of 5.81 points, which is lower than 94.2% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
1.0
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 58.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.

When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

5.8

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.1
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.1 points, which is lower than 92% of products in this category.
Audio output power
What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 W

5.00 W
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has an audio output power of 5.00 W which is lower than that of 80% of portable speakers and equal to that of 8.9% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 5.00 W.
Driver unit size
What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 50 mm

50.00 mm
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a driver unit size of 50.00 mm which is larger than that of 43.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 10.2% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 50.00 mm.
Number of drivers
What it is: The total number of speaker drivers built into the unit.
When it matters: When fuller driver arrays and broader sound coverage matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 2

1
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has 1 drivers, which is fewer than 75.6% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 24.4% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 1.
Frequency response tolerance
What it is: The allowed deviation around the stated frequency response curve.
When it matters: When a flatter and more accurate frequency response matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 3 dB

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Lowest frequency
What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <= 60 Hz

100.00 Hz
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a lowest frequency of 100.00 Hz which is higher than that of 82.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6% of portable speakers.
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 100.00 Hz.
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Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive audio over Bluetooth.
When it matters: When wireless playback from phones, tablets, or computers matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 5.0

5.0
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC supports Bluetooth version 5.0 which is newer than that of 46.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 24.4% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 5.0.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: The farthest distance at which the Bluetooth link can remain usable.
When it matters: When the source device may be far from the speaker.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 10 m

10.00 m
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10.00 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range: 10.00 m.
Bluetooth profiles supported
What it is: The Bluetooth operating profiles available for playback, control, or calls.
When it matters: When Bluetooth playback, control, and call compatibility depend on specific profiles.

Importance: LOW

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Bluetooth LE Audio
What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports the low-energy Bluetooth audio standard.
When it matters: When newer low-power Bluetooth audio features matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 h

8 hours
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a battery life of 8 hours which is shorter than that of 68.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.6% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.
When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 5000 mAh

1,200 mAh
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a battery capacity of 1,200 mAh which is smaller than that of 81.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.6% of portable speakers.
Charging time
What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.
When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 4 h

2 hours
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a charging time of 2 hours which is shorter than that of 72.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 22.6% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.
When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 20 W

5 W
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a maximum charging input power of 5 W which is lower than that of 58.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 38.5% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker uses a battery that can be recharged.
When it matters: When portable use without disposable batteries or continuous mains power matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
What it is: The ingress protection code for dust and water resistance.
When it matters: When dust and water protection need to match the intended environment.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: IP67+

IPX5
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has an IP rating of IPX5 which provides worse ingress protection than 62.3% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 15.3% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.
When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
What it is: Shows whether the enclosure is protected against dust ingress.
When it matters: When the speaker may be exposed to sand, soil, or dusty environments.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

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Waterproof depth rating
What it is: The maximum water depth the speaker is rated to withstand.
When it matters: When the speaker may be submerged or used very close to water.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 1 m

0 m
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of cameras have a native waterproof depth rating.
Drop resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the housing is designed to survive accidental drops.
When it matters: When the speaker may be bumped or suffer an accidental fall during outdoor or travel use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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On-device controls placement
What it is: The physical area of the speaker where its controls are located.
When it matters: When you want controls that are easy to reach in the speaker intended placement.

Importance: LOW

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Touchscreen
What it is: Indicates whether a touch-sensitive screen is integrated.
When it matters: When direct visual control is more convenient than buttons or an app.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
The speaker does not have an integrated touchscreen.
Smartphone app control
What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.
When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not support smartphone app control. 54% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
Remote control
What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated remote control is supplied or supported.
When it matters: When you want to control playback from across the room.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC includes a remote control. 85.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
A dedicated remote-control option is documented.
Fast pairing
What it is: Shows whether setup with compatible devices can be completed more quickly.
When it matters: When quick setup with compatible devices matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No qualifying fast-pair capability; initial pairing is manual or standard.
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Weight
What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 1000 g

305 g
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC weighs 305 g which is lighter than that of 81% of portable speakers.
Height
What it is: The vertical external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit beneath shelves or in a compact bag.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 20 cm

11 cm
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a height of 11 cm which is shorter than that of 55.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.7% of portable speakers.
Width
What it is: The side-to-side external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit a narrow shelf, bag, or tabletop.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 25 cm

8.7 cm
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a width of 8.7 cm which is narrower than that of 82.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.7% of portable speakers.
Depth
What it is: The front-to-back depth of the speaker housing.
When it matters: When the speaker should take up less front-to-back space.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 10 cm

8.7 cm
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a depth of 8.7 cm which is deeper than that of 52.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.8% of portable speakers.
Carry options
What it is: The available ways to carry, hang, or attach the speaker.
When it matters: When a handle, strap, or attachment point changes how you carry the speaker.

Importance: LOW

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Companion app name
What it is: The official app used to control settings and functions of the speaker.
When it matters: When app compatibility and the available control features depend on the official app.

Importance: LOW

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Firmware updates
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive firmware revisions after purchase.
When it matters: When post-purchase fixes and feature improvements matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No supported user-accessible firmware update path.
Firmware update method
What it is: The path used to install firmware updates on the speaker.
When it matters: When the convenience and reliability of installing updates matters.

Importance: LOW

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Voice assistant support
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can work with supported voice assistants.
When it matters: When hands-free control through a compatible assistant matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No direct supported voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
What it is: Shows whether Spotify can stream directly to the speaker over the network.
When it matters: When Spotify should stream directly without keeping phone audio active.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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Boult Audio Bassbox ARC vs the average portable speaker

  • 1 hours shorter charging time
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 hours vs 3 hours).
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.
    When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <= 4 h

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 hours vs 3 hours).2 hours vs 3 hours
  • 495 g lighter
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC is lighter than the average portable speaker (305 g vs 800 g).
    What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
    When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <= 1000 g

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC is lighter than the average portable speaker (305 g vs 800 g).305 g vs 800 g
  • Has a hardware microphone mute switch
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a hardware microphone mute switch, while the average portable speaker does not have a hardware microphone mute switch.
    Has a physical microphone mute control.
    What it is: Shows whether a physical switch can disable the microphones.
    When it matters: When a physical privacy control for built-in microphones matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a hardware microphone mute switch, while the average portable speaker does not have a hardware microphone mute switch.
  • Includes a remote control
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC includes a remote control, while the average portable speaker does not include a remote control.
    A dedicated remote-control option is documented.
    What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated remote control is supplied or supported.
    When it matters: When you want to control playback from across the room.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC includes a remote control, while the average portable speaker does not include a remote control.
  • 5 °C higher maximum operating temperature
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (45 °C vs 40 °C).
    What it is: The highest ambient temperature recommended for normal operation.
    When it matters: When reliable use in hot weather or direct sunlight matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 45 °C

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (45 °C vs 40 °C).45 °C vs 40 °C
  • Supports playback mute
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
    Speaker playback audio can be directly muted.
    What it is: Indicates whether audio or microphone output can be muted directly.
    When it matters: When audio needs to be silenced immediately from the speaker.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
  • 9x cheaper
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC is cheaper than the average portable speaker (£10 vs £90).
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC is cheaper than the average portable speaker (£10 vs £90).£10 vs £90
  • 9.4 cm narrower
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC is narrower than the average portable speaker (8.7 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    What it is: The side-to-side external dimension of the speaker body.
    When it matters: When the speaker must fit a narrow shelf, bag, or tabletop.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <= 25 cm

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC is narrower than the average portable speaker (8.7 cm vs 18.1 cm).8.7 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 1 hours shorter charging time
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 hours vs 3 hours).
  • 5 °C higher maximum operating temperature
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (45 °C vs 40 °C).
  • Includes a remote control
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC includes a remote control, while the average portable speaker does not include a remote control.
  • Has a hardware microphone mute switch
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a hardware microphone mute switch, while the average portable speaker does not have a hardware microphone mute switch.
  • Supports playback mute
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
  • 495 g lighter
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC is lighter than the average portable speaker (305 g vs 800 g).
  • 9.4 cm narrower
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC is narrower than the average portable speaker (8.7 cm vs 18.1 cm).

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Durability
Controls
Design
  • 40 Hz less deep bass extension
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (100 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 100.00 Hz.
  • 15 W less audio output power
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 5.00 W.
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    Acoustic drivers: 1.
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).
  • 1,400 mAh less battery capacity
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,200 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
    Does not support True Wireless Stereo speaker linking.
  • 40 Hz less deep bass extension
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (100 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 100.00 Hz.
    What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <= 60 Hz

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (100 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).100.00 Hz vs 60.00 Hz
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
    What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.
    When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).
    What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
    When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 20 h

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).8 hours vs 12 hours
  • 1,400 mAh less battery capacity
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,200 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.
    When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 5000 mAh

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,200 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).1200 mAh vs 2600 mAh
  • 15 W less audio output power
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 5.00 W.
    What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
    When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 20 W

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20.00 W).5.00 W vs 20.00 W
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
    What it is: Shows whether passive radiators are used to reinforce bass output.
    When it matters: When enhanced bass response from a compact enclosure matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
    Does not support True Wireless Stereo speaker linking.
    What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports true wireless speaker-to-speaker pairing.
    When it matters: When two compatible speakers should pair wirelessly for stereo playback.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
    What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.
    When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 20 W

    Boult Audio Bassbox ARC has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).5 W vs 10 W
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What customers like about Boult Audio Bassbox ARC?

  • Affordable pricing offering decent value for money on a budget.
  • Decent, clear treble and overall pleasant sound quality for the price.
  • Lightweight and compact design makes it highly portable.
  • Solid plastic build quality with a fabric mesh finish.
  • Includes physical AUX input connectivity alongside Bluetooth.

What customers dislike about Boult Audio Bassbox ARC?

  • Bass performance is mediocre and lacking depth despite the 'BassBox' naming.
  • Audio can experience noticeable distortion at maximum volumes.
  • Mixed user reviews regarding battery longevity, with reports of fast drainage over time.
  • Microphone quality is subpar and only barely usable for calls.
  • Slightly bulky footprint compared to other competing 5W pocket speakers.
  • Lacks modern features like a dedicated Type-C charging port or voice assistant integration.

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