The Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 is a compact, rugged Bluetooth speaker designed for portability and outdoor use. With an IP67 rating against water and dust ingress, and a built-in strap for easy attachment to bags, panniers, and bikes, it's well-suited for on-the-go listening. It also features Bluetooth 5.3 for multi-device pairing, can be paired with a second speaker for stereo sound, and includes a USB-C port that doubles as a power bank to charge your phone.
Our Verdict
The Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 is a tiny speaker, so it can't deliver an immersive music listening experience. It has a forward-facing design and downmixes your audio to mono, so don't expect a lush stereo soundstage. Its small size also means it can't put out much low-end, but it has enough high-bass to keep basslines audible, and its mid-range and treble are well-balanced, so voices and instruments sound accurate. Its companion app also comes with a flexible 9-band EQ, so you can tailor its sound to your liking. In general, although this speaker scores poorly, it does a good job given its constraints.
Built-in strap makes it easy to carry or attach to bags.
Downmixes stereo content to mono.
Small size means it can't reproduce much bass.
The Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 isn't well-suited for watching videos or movies. It's a very small speaker, so it can't reproduce deep rumbles from explosion effects. It downmixes stereo audio to mono, so your audio doesn't feel very immersive. It also doesn't get very loud, and at max volume, it compresses your audio. Finally, this speaker has fairly high Bluetooth latency on both Android and iOS, which can cause noticeable lip-sync issues. However, some apps and devices may help offset this with built-in latency compensation. All that said, this small speaker won't be your first choice for watching movies, but if you're at a park and desperate to show your friends a funny YouTube video, it'll do the trick.
Built-in strap makes it easy to carry or attach to bags.
Downmixes stereo content to mono.
Small size means it can't reproduce much bass.
The Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 is satisfactory for listening to podcasts. The mid-range is well-balanced, so voices do come through clearly, though they may sound a touch honky depending on pitch of the speaker. The built-in strap makes it easy to attach the speaker to a bag or handle, and it's very small, making it easy to carry around with you. But since it uses front-facing drivers, you'll usually want to ensure the speaker is facing you.
Built-in strap makes it easy to carry or attach to bags.
IP67 rating means it'll withstand all but the worst weather conditions.
Downmixes stereo content to mono.
Small size means it can't reproduce much bass.
The Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 portable speaker doesn’t have a built-in voice assistant, so you'll need to rely on the assistant from your connected smartphone, without support for hands-free activation. On the upside, it does an excellent job picking out your voice from background noise when you're nearby, but it has difficulty recognizing voice commands from a distance.
Good at picking out your voice from noise around you.
No built-in voice assistant.
Has trouble recognizing voice commands from a distance.
The Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 is decent for its intended purpose of use outdoors. It has an excellent build quality, and its IP67 rating means it'll withstand both heavy rain and dusty conditions alike. Its battery lasts about eight hours at our calibrated testing volume of 80 dB. After that, it drops about 5 dB. In all, the battery will get you through a day at the park, but it's probably not enough for a weekend camping trip. Still, you can use the speaker to charge devices like phones, which is a nice touch. Since it's so small, it's highly portable, and its built-in silicone carrying strap makes it easy to attach the speaker to bags or bikes. It'll fit in larger coat pockets, too. Of course, its small size means it also can't get very loud or reproduce much bass, but its balanced mid-range means most audio still sounds accurate, if a touch thin. It also downmixes audio to mono by default, though you can pair it with a second unit to enjoy stereo playback.
Built-in strap makes it easy to carry or attach to bags.
IP67 rating means it'll withstand all but the worst weather conditions.
Downmixes stereo content to mono.
Small size means it can't reproduce much bass.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 comes in three color variants: 'Black,' 'Blue,' and 'Red.' We tested the 'Red' variant, and you can view its label.
If you encounter any other variants of this speaker, let us know in the comments, and we'll update the review accordingly.
Popular Speaker Comparisons
The market for small, portable, outdoors-focused Bluetooth speakers is very competitive. If size is your top priority, the best alternative to the Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 is probably the Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go. It has a larger volume than the Tribit but is a bit lighter in weight. Neither of these tiny speakers can reproduce much bass, but the Anker's design means the sound varies a bit less with your listening angle. Of the two, only the Tribit has a built-in microphone for use with your device's voice assistant. If battery life is important to you, the Sony SRS-XB100 is well worth considering. For a similar price to the Tribit, it offers a 360-degree design that lets you enjoy the same sound from any angle (although it still downmixes your audio to mono) and has a fantastic 20-hour battery life while still being small enough to fit into the palm of your hand. Finally, if you're looking for a highly portable speaker that offers great sound (for its size), the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4 is a great choice. It's a bit bigger than the Tribit and usually a little more expensive, but its mid- and treble-ranges are virtually flat, and it plays back stereo audio beautifully from its 360-degree design. However, the Ultimate Ears doesn't support voice assistants.
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The JBL Clip 5 and the Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 are the same weight, although the Tribit's smaller volume makes it a bit easier to fit into a coat pocket. Still, both these speakers are tiny, highly portable, and come with IP67 ratings to protect them from rain and dust. Neither speaker puts out any low-bass, which is to be expected given their size, but the JBL's inflated high-bass means your audio sounds a bit warmer than the Tribit's. Still, some people might find that warmth a little boomy, but both speakers offer EQs in their companion apps, so you can tailor their sound to your liking. On balance, the Tribit is the better speaker because it has a built-in microphone, and you can charge your phone with it.
The Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 and the Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go are comparable speakers with different strengths. They're both tiny enough to fit in coat pockets and have built-in carrying hooks, making them easy to take on a hike. Since they're both so small, don't expect these to do justice to your favorite techno tracks, but they'll pack a bit more punch than your phone's built-in speaker. Of the two, only the Tribit has a built-in microphone for use with your device's voice assistant, and you can also use it as a battery pack to charge your phone. That said, the Anker is cheaper.
The Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 and the Bose SoundLink Micro (2nd Gen) are very similar-looking small speakers. They're both highly portable and designed to withstand the elements, although the Bose has a slightly higher IP68 rating, meaning it can withstand deeper submersion in water. The Bose also puts out a bit more bass, but the Tribit gets a touch louder and lasts about an hour longer off a single charge. The Tribit is the only one with a built-in mic for voice assistant support, which might be the decisive factor for some.
The Sony SRS-XB100 is a better portable speaker than the Tribit Stormbox Micro 2, with a couple of caveats. The Sony's 20-hour battery life is twice as long as the Tribit's, and it has a 360-degree design, so your audio sounds the same from any angle. The Sony also puts out a fair bit more bass than the Tribit. On the other hand, the Tribit's companion app has an EQ, so you can tailor the sound to our preferences, and you can also use it like a battery pack to charge your phone.
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