Tronsmart Trip 2From real comments

Verdict distilled from 30 mentions across 10 aspects in comments under product review videos.

Positive sentiment65%
PROS 65%
CONS 35%

Rank based on 30 mentions across 10 aspects

View the verdict as

Buy this if...

  • You want a cheap, portable speaker louder and clearer than a phone speaker
  • You already own the Trip 1 and want improved sound plus app tuning
  • You value durability and water resistance over deep bass

What users love

Skip this if...

  • You need a punchy, bass-heavy sound signature
  • You rely on a wired AUX/P2 input for instruments like guitar pedalboards
  • You expect JBL-level sound quality and don't mind paying more

What users complain about

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Best choiceBest value
1Budget
JBL Go 2~$39 · 1.3× pricier
Impressive sound for the sizeGreat value for moneyDurable, rugged buildWeak battery lifeSound can feel thin at higher volume or over timeColor fading over time
JBL Go 2~$39 · 1.3× pricier
Impressive sound for the size
Great value for money
Durable, rugged build
Weak battery life
Sound can feel thin at higher volume or over time
Color fading over time
2Budget
JBL Go~$39 · 1.3× pricier
Impressive sound for its sizeGreat value for moneyDurable and long-lasting buildShort battery lifeNo fast chargingAnnoying notification sounds
JBL Go~$39 · 1.3× pricier
Impressive sound for its size
Great value for money
Durable and long-lasting build
Short battery life
No fast charging
Annoying notification sounds
3Budget
Sony SRS-XB10~$60 · 2× pricier
Good value for the priceLong-lasting durabilityStrong bass for its sizeSpeaker cone tears causing cracking soundBluetooth connectivity issuesVolume not loud enough for some
Sony SRS-XB10~$60 · 2× pricier
Good value for the price
Long-lasting durability
Strong bass for its size
Speaker cone tears causing cracking sound
Bluetooth connectivity issues
Volume not loud enough for some
4Budget
Anker Soundcore 2~$40 · 1.3× pricier
Excellent value for priceLong battery lifeTrue wireless stereo pairingCharging/pairing reliability issuesInconsistent sound quality complaintsOutdated Micro-USB charging port
Anker Soundcore 2~$40 · 1.3× pricier
Excellent value for price
Long battery life
True wireless stereo pairing
Charging/pairing reliability issues
Inconsistent sound quality complaints
Outdated Micro-USB charging port
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5Budget
Tronsmart Trip 2~$30
Great value for priceClear, decent sound qualityImproved over Trip 1Weak or absent bassBrand reliability concernsMissing AUX/P2 input
Tronsmart Trip 2~$30
Great value for price
Clear, decent sound quality
Improved over Trip 1
Weak or absent bass
Brand reliability concerns
Missing AUX/P2 input

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Overall Impression

Sound quality splits opinion, especially on bass. Several commenters call the sound excellent for the price and better than a phone speaker, and some even say it has more bass than expected or sounds decent for a small speaker. Others insist Tronsmart and bass 'do not go hand in hand,' describing the sound as tinny or lacking bass entirely. A firmware update was reported to make the speaker sound fuller, suggesting inconsistent out-of-box tuning that software can improve.

It's a clear step up from the original Trip. Multiple users who owned the Trip 1 say the Trip 2 sounds noticeably better, has more bass, and benefits from app integration for further tuning. The charging port seal is also reported as improved, addressing a past water-ingress issue. However, one user missed the stereo sound feature present on the original Trip, and another lost the ability to unstick a wet speaker cone as easily.

Price-to-value is the strongest selling point. Buyers repeatedly emphasize how cheap the speaker is, some paying as little as 14 USD, calling it 'too good for the price' and 'unbeatable' value. It's positioned as a compelling alternative to pricier brands like JBL for casual listeners who don't demand audiophile sound. This value framing appears across many independent comments, suggesting broad consensus on affordability.

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