Rating of subwoofers for a car in 2021: TOP 15 best models and which one to choose

Today's rating of grinders on our portal Tekhnik.top is the best way to quickly choose the right model.

For quick navigation, we have divided the rating into categories:

The best car subwoofers in terms of price/quality for 2021.
The best active car subwoofers with amplifier.
The best single-way car subwoofers.
The best car subwoofers in a housing.
The best car subwoofers without housing.

A subwoofer installed in a car makes it possible to improve the sound of music by reproducing low frequencies.

When purchasing this device, you need to pay attention to a number of parameters: power, ease of design, reproducible frequency range, size, connection type.

We analyzed data on purchases of car subwoofers in Russia in 2021 and selected the best models for you in accordance with reviews from experts and ordinary consumers.

When forming the rating, both official test results and customer reviews about the quality, reliability of products, and their technical characteristics were taken into account.

In our article you will find the TOP best subwoofers for cars in terms of price/quality ratio.

Rating of the TOP 15 best car subwoofers of 2021

Place	Name	Price
TOP 3 best car subwoofers by price/quality for 2021
1	JBL Stage 1200B	Find out the price
2	Alpine SWE-815	Find out the price
3	Ural AS-D12A	Find out the price
TOP 3 best active car subwoofers with amplifier
1	Pioneer TS-WX300TA	Find out the price
2	JBL BassPro Nano	Find out the price
3	Mystery MTB-309A	Find out the price
TOP 3 best single-way car subwoofers
1	JBL Stage 810	Find out the price
2	Ural Molot 12	Find out the price
3	Alpine SBE-1044BR	Find out the price
TOP 3 best car subwoofers in a housing
1	JBL Stage 1220B	Find out the price
2	Alpine SBE-1044BR	Find out the price
3	EDGE EDB12CA-E0	Find out the price
TOP 3 best car subwoofers without housing
1	JBL Stage 1210	Find out the price
2	Ural PATRIOT 8	Find out the price
3	Pioneer TS-300S4	Find out the price

How to choose a car subwoofer?

When purchasing a subwoofer, you should pay attention to the following characteristics::

Dimensions . When choosing a device that is difficult or impossible to install under a seat or in the trunk, placement issues arise.
Power . Determines the wear resistance of the subwoofer speakers, so the higher this indicator, the better.
Number of acoustic bands . Affects the quality and accuracy of the reproduced sound.
Amplifier . Its presence/absence directly affects the cost, as well as the sound quality. The amplifier provides an increase in the bass component of the music.
Frame . Not only its durability, but also its sound quality depends on the material used to make the subwoofer.

Kicx ICQ-250BA

Price: 6500 rubles.

Completing the rating of good active subwoofers for cars is a device that feels great in large cars. A cheap case-type device is quite weighty and will not fit into every trunk, which limits its scope of application.

The power plant of the model does not show ultra-low frequencies, but the base amplifier is equipped with HF and LF type terminals, which allows it to be successfully used for listening to rock songs.

Additionally, the developers put a lot of effort into developing the software.

There is calibration of bass, sound cut and phase distribution of the output signal.

A complete set of tattoos requires skillful handling; without sufficient experience, it is difficult to set up the installation correctly.

Advantages:

active filters;
assembly;
simple interface.

Flaws:

controversial design;
huge body.

TOP 3 best car subwoofers by price/quality for 2021

Let's look at the best subwoofer models for a car with an ideal price-quality ratio in 2021.

JBL Stage 1200B

The design of this model is a closed box made of MDF.

One of the main features of the case is its compactness.

Therefore, the device will easily fit even in a small car where there is little free space. It can be easily installed in the trunk or another part of the vehicle body.

The model has quite high power and a good frequency range.

The subwoofer is equipped with a twelve-inch speaker. Withstands any sound load perfectly and does not distort the sound.

Works ideally at both low and high frequencies. It reproduces instrumental sounds best, emphasizing melody and purity.

A chic option for a compact car where it is not possible to install bulky equipment.

Specifications:

power - 250-1200 W;
reproduced frequency range - 34 -200 Hz;
type of case - closed box;
sensitivity - 91 dB;
standard size - 12 inches;
dimensions - 30 cm.

pros

compact size;
low cost;
excellent sound;
high power;
deep bass;
good build quality.

Minuses

There are no fastenings included.

Alpine SWE-815

The active type bass reflex subwoofer is very popular among consumers in its price segment.

Although it is quite difficult to call this equipment cheap. It is a compact design that perfectly reproduces sound at both low and high frequencies, giving it improved quality.

The double magnetic winding on the speaker ensures that low frequencies are effectively picked up.

A case with a bass reflex makes it possible to plunge into the illusion of surround sound, since it perfectly transforms sounds and distributes them as widely as possible.

The model is equipped with a durable protective grille, which ensures high wear resistance of the device.

It is also possible to adjust the bass to your liking. A good option for true music lovers on the road.

Specifications:

power - 100-300 W;
reproduced frequency range - 34-1500 Hz;
body type - bass reflex;
sensitivity - 91 dB;
standard size - 8-inch;
Dimensions: 28.8×29.1×36.3 cm.

pros

compactness;
ease of connection and installation;
good power with modest dimensions;
presence of a control panel included;
high-quality assembly.

Minuses

The wires are too thin to connect.

Ural AS-D12A

The active type car subwoofer features improved technical equipment and high-quality components.

This provides really deep bass, which will be a pleasant surprise for even the most picky music lover. The speaker is made on the basis of coated cellulose, which eliminates unnecessary vibrations and increases the wear resistance of the device.

Also, the anti-vibration system is due to the bass-reflex acoustic design.

The front surface is equipped with a protective Kevlar coating. This model can be used with any car radio. The installation will not require additional modification or replacement of certain parts.

It is worth noting that this device is equipped with a built-in power amplifier . The kit includes a cable for connecting a subwoofer and an external remote control for bass control.

Specifications:

power - 300-900 W;
reproduced frequency range - 20-250 Hz;
body type - bass reflex;
sensitivity - 92 dB;
standard size - 12 inches;
dimensions - 52x36x34.2 cm.

pros

easy installation;
rich equipment;
low cost;
large volume reserve;
high-quality assembly;
great sound.

Minuses

wires are too short.

Pioneer TS-WX206

Price: 12,000 rubles.

The bass reflex unit with a nominal power of 107 dB falls slightly short of the top three. Excellent performance is due to the special design of the box. The two cavities are separated according to the principle of unequal chambers connected by a diffuser. The presence of two outputs only gives the unit additional attractiveness.

High-quality sound can satisfy the needs of a capricious buyer in the interior of any car. The list of options can compete with the most modern devices, which indicates extraordinary versatility.

Separately, it is worth mentioning the quality of the emitter. The element is able to operate at peak load without visible damage.

Advantages:

solid power;
attractive design;
sufficient reliability.

Flaws:

expensive set.

TOP 3 best active car subwoofers with amplifier

Let's look at the best models of car subwoofers with an amplifier.

Pioneer TS-WX300TA

One of the most popular bass reflex models with fairly high power.

The sensitive woofer and high-quality aluminum diaphragm driver provide truly perfect sound. This device has a two-channel mixer, which makes it easy to adjust the sound even for a non-technical person.

Another advantage of this subwoofer is that the design is so well thought out that the cabinet can be installed both vertically and horizontally without loss of sound quality.

In addition, the model is equipped with an amplifier, an exponential horn with a very large sound dispersion angle and an effective correction frequency. The hardware also has really good sensitivity.

Specifications:

power - 350-1300 W;
reproduced frequency range - 20-130 Hz;
body type - bass reflex;
sensitivity - 114 dB;
standard size - 12 inches;
dimensions - 30 cm.

pros

compact dimensions;
good build quality;
easy connection;
excellent sound reproduction;
high volume;
affordable price.

Minuses

weak equipment.

JBL BassPro Nano

The compact dimensions of this device allow it to be installed under the driver's seat.

This not only greatly simplifies the connection process, but also saves space in the car.

Despite its modest technical capabilities, the subwoofer allows you to enjoy high-quality sound.

This device cannot boast of good acoustic pressure, but it will be an ideal complement to good standard acoustics with clear bass.

It should be noted that the JBL BassPro Nano is quite difficult to set up.

A large number of switches and regulators force the owner to spend time to get the desired result. However, in the end it turns out to be really worthwhile.

The amplifier has low power consumption and does not overload the vehicle's on-board network. It has high quality build and materials. Even with prolonged use, the case does not heat up.

Specifications:

power - 200 W;
reproduced frequency range - 30-10 Hz;
body type - bass reflex;
sensitivity - 91 dB;
standard size - 12 inches;
dimensions - 19.5x26x7.5 cm.

pros

compactness;
high build quality;
excellent bass reproduction;
wear resistance;
affordable price.

Minuses

Difficulties may arise during installation and configuration.

Mystery MTB-309A

Despite the fact that this manufacturer appeared on the household appliances market not so long ago, it has already established itself quite highly.

This model has an ideal price-quality ratio.

The high rating of this device from consumers is due to the low bass, which, due to its purity, makes it possible to enjoy music without interference or extraneous sounds.

The twelve-inch diffuser seems a little large at first glance.

However, the compact dimensions of the device will harmoniously fit into any car.

The model has a good frequency range, excellent build quality and manufacturing materials.

When installing a subwoofer, there are usually no difficulties; everything is clear on an intuitive level.

Specifications:

power - 270-600 W;
reproduced frequency range - 20-250 Hz;
body type - bass reflex;
sensitivity - 94 dB;
standard size - 12 inches;
dimensions - 30 cm.

pros

presence of bass regulator;
high-quality assembly;
low price;
good equipment;

Minuses

TOP 3 best single-way car subwoofers

Let's look at the best single-way subwoofer models in 2021.

JBL Stage 810

The design of this device is a closed case made of MDF . One of the main features is compactness.

Therefore, the device will easily fit even in a small car where there is little free space. It can be easily installed in the trunk or another part of the vehicle body.

The model has quite high power and a good frequency range.

The subwoofer is equipped with a twelve-inch speaker. Withstands any sound load perfectly and does not distort the sound.

Works ideally at both low and high frequencies.

It reproduces instrumental sounds best, emphasizing melody and purity. A chic option for a small car where it is not possible to install bulky equipment.

Specifications:

power - 200-800 W;
reproduced frequency range - 38-200 Hz;
body type - bass reflex;
sensitivity - 88 dB;
standard size - 8-inch;
dimensions - 20 cm.

pros

compact body;
good build quality;
high power;
budget price.

Minuses

No
test,
test,
test.

Ural Molot 12

High quality subwoofer in the budget price segment . Despite the low cost,

The device has a well-thought-out design that eliminates various breakdowns, vibration, and sound distortion.

Double stitching at the junction with the diffuser is an ideal element of high-quality acoustics.

It should be noted that after purchase the new subwoofer works quite hard. It will take about two weeks to build up and get good sound characteristics. Double coil winding ensures efficient and reliable operation of the equipment.

Another advantage of the model is its good build quality.

Connecting a passive speaker to an amplifier will allow you to fully unleash the potential of the subwoofer. The sound power will pleasantly surprise even the most picky lovers of low frequencies.

Specifications:

power - 300-600 W;
reproduced frequency range - 20-150 Hz;
body type - bass reflex;
sensitivity - 84.3 dB;
standard size - 12 inches;
dimensions - 20 cm.

pros

budget cost;
high build quality;
good sound;
convenient design.

Minuses

Alpine SBE-1044BR

Reliable passive car subwoofer from a Japanese manufacturer.

It is distinguished by impeccable build quality and manufacturing materials, which significantly increases the wear resistance of the equipment.

However, it is worth paying attention that soft firmware wears off over time.

The device leaves an overall pleasant impression of listening to music with its help.

Excellent sound reproduction at both low and high frequencies. High sensitivity allows you to capture even the smallest sounds, making the melody completely saturated.

One of the distinctive features of this model is the presence of a decorative port plug.

It makes it possible to convert the device from a bass reflex subwoofer to a cabinet subwoofer and vice versa. A pleasant impression of the model ends with an affordable price.

Specifications:

power - 150-500 W;
reproduced frequency range - 20-150 Hz;
body type - bass reflex;
sensitivity - 84 dB;
standard size - 10-inch;
dimensions - 35.3x35.3x40.7 cm.

pros

compactness;
low price;
good sound reproduction;
excellent build quality.

Minuses

poor quality of cladding;
In the cold season it freezes very much, you cannot use it until it warms up.

Kicx ICQ 300BA

Price: 16,000 rubles.

The leader in today's ranking is a powerful device capable of producing a resonance at the level of 28 Hz. Such a scheme can make the entire car body vibrate, which is extremely popular with some users.

Peak power reaches 1.3 kW, nominal 500 W. This is enough to provide sufficient accompaniment to your favorite tracks and not enough to cause hearing loss. Separately, it is possible to connect standard devices to the power connectors, which increases the versatility of the design.

The only drawback users point out is the poor design of the radiator grille; if you drive carelessly, it can be damaged.

Advantages:

sufficient reserve of low frequencies;
durable body.

Flaws:

The emitter can be damaged by weights.

TOP 3 best car subwoofers in a housing

Let's consider the rating of the best car subwoofers in a housing.

JBL Stage 1220B

The design of this model is a closed box made of MDF.

One of the main features of the case is ergonomics. Therefore, the device will easily fit even in a small car where there is little free space.

It can be easily installed in the trunk or another part of the vehicle body.

The model has quite high power and a good frequency range. The subwoofer is equipped with a twelve-inch speaker. Withstands any sound load perfectly and does not distort the sound.

Works ideally at both low and high frequencies.

It reproduces instrumental sounds best, emphasizing melody and purity. A chic option for a compact car where it is not possible to install bulky equipment.

Specifications:

power - 500-1000 W;
reproduced frequency range - 34-200 Hz;
body type - bass reflex;
sensitivity - 94 dB;
standard size - 12 inches;
dimensions - 76.5x38x34.8 cm.

pros

good power;
high sound level;
high-quality assembly;
ergonomic design.

Minuses

high price.

Alpine SBE-1044BR

Reliable passive car subwoofer from a Japanese manufacturer.

It is distinguished by impeccable build quality and manufacturing materials, which significantly increases the wear resistance of the equipment.

However, it is worth paying attention that soft firmware wears off over time.

The device leaves an overall pleasant impression of listening to music with its help.

Excellent sound reproduction at both low and high frequencies.

High sensitivity allows you to capture even the smallest sounds, making the melody completely saturated.

One of the distinctive features of this model is the presence of a decorative port plug.

It makes it possible to convert the device from a bass reflex subwoofer to a cabinet subwoofer and vice versa. A pleasant impression of the model ends with an affordable price.

Specifications:

power - 150-500 W;
reproduced frequency range - 20-150 Hz;
body type - bass reflex;
sensitivity - 84 dB;
standard size - 10-inch;
dimensions - 35.3x35.3x40.7 cm.

pros

compactness;
low price;
good sound reproduction;
excellent build quality.

Minuses

poor quality of cladding;
In the cold season it freezes very much, you cannot use it until it warms up.

EDGE EDB12CA-E0

Despite its rather impressive dimensions, this model is distinguished by high power and high-quality sound reproduction.

A well-thought-out design eliminates vibrations, even if you listen to music at maximum volume.

In addition, the model is equipped with an amplifier, an exponential horn with a very large sound dispersion angle and an effective correction frequency.

The hardware also has really good sensitivity. The model has a good frequency range, excellent build quality and manufacturing materials. When installing a subwoofer, there are usually no difficulties; everything is clear on an intuitive level.

Specifications:

power - 300-900 W;
reproduced frequency range - 30-250 Hz;
body type - bass reflex;
sensitivity - 91 dB;
standard size - 12 inches;
dimensions - 40.8x33.8x41.3 cm.

pros

high quality of assembly and materials;
ease of installation and connection;
affordable price;
good sound.

Minuses

Poor quality of the wires included in the kit.

TOP 3 best car subwoofers without housing

Let's consider the rating of the best car subwoofers without housing in 2021.

JBL Stage 1210

A passive car subwoofer that is designed in such a way that it reproduces the most powerful low-frequency bass.

It can be easily installed in the trunk or another part of the vehicle body. The model has quite high power and a good frequency range.

The subwoofer is equipped with a twelve-inch speaker.

Withstands any sound load perfectly and does not distort the sound.

Works ideally at both low and high frequencies.

It reproduces instrumental sounds best, emphasizing melody and purity.

A chic option for a compact car where it is not possible to install bulky equipment.

Specifications:

power - 250-1000 W;
reproduced frequency range - 34-200 Hz;
body type - bass reflex, closed box;
sensitivity - 91 dB;
standard size - 12 inches;
dimensions - 20, 25, 30 cm.

pros

budget cost;
excellent sound;
high build quality.

Minuses

Ural PATRIOT 8

The passive type car subwoofer features improved technical equipment and high quality components.

Also, the anti-vibration system is due to the bass-reflex acoustic design.

The front surface is equipped with a protective Kevlar coating. This model can be used with any car radio. The installation will not require additional modification or replacement of certain parts.

It is worth noting that this device is equipped with a built-in power amplifier . The kit includes a cable for connecting a subwoofer and an external remote control for bass control.

Specifications:

power - 750-1500 W;
reproduced frequency range - 34-200 Hz;
body type - bass reflex;
sensitivity - 81 dB;
standard size - 8-inch;
dimensions - 20 cm.

pros

low price;
excellent sound reproduction;
compact dimensions;
good power;
high-quality assembly.

Minuses

Pioneer TS-300S4

One of the most popular bass reflex models with fairly high power.

The sensitive woofer and high-quality aluminum diaphragm driver provide truly perfect sound.

This device has a single-channel mixer, which makes it easy to adjust the sound even for a non-technical person.

Another advantage of this subwoofer is that the design is so well thought out that the cabinet can be installed both vertically and horizontally without loss of sound quality.

In addition, the model is equipped with an amplifier, an exponential horn with a very large sound dispersion angle and an effective correction frequency.

The hardware also has really good sensitivity.

Specifications:

power - 400-1400 W;
reproduced frequency range - 27-100 Hz;
body type - bass reflex;
sensitivity - 93 dB;
standard size - 12 inches;
dimensions - 30 cm.

pros

sound clarity and volume;
high power;
affordable price;
high-quality assembly.

Minuses

lack of a dust protection system.

Expert opinion

Sergey

JBL Stage 1200B

I've been testing it for over a month. I was impressed that this sub in a closed box plays better than the old FI before. It plays compositions with rich bass like Trap very well. Powered by an Aria ar4.100 amplifier from two channels with a bridge (190 watt nominal), the Gain is turned up to about 1/6 enough for the eyes. Lada Kalina hatchback car, glued. Overall, I’m very pleased with the purchase; I didn’t expect to get such high-quality sound for that kind of money.

Sergei Bessonov

JBL Stage 810

I waited for several months for it to appear on sale, but in the end it arrived! I was looking for this particular model, but I couldn’t find it in stock either in the markets or in off-line stores. The speaker fully met expectations! I recommend for installation! Doesn't take up much space, perfect for supporting low-volume low-end sounds. He quickly warmed up and began to hit like a child. I didn’t expect such agility from an 8-inch pancake.

Novel

Alpine SWE-815

An ideal sub for a hatchback/station wagon (it will probably be hard to hear in a sedan). For my trunk of a meager 280 liters (Rio 2010, hatch) - this is probably the only suitable option - to have both a subwoofer and a trunk. The sub is made very high quality. The wires are, of course, a little thin, but based on the 10 ampere fuse, they are enough. In any case, the power was drawn from the battery. Another oddity is the bullet terminal on the positive wire. It is not clear what it was used for, because... Such terminals are not common here. I found an analogue on Ali, but in fact the Chinese ones turned out to be smaller. I think those who will install it will cut it off or find a suitable mating terminal. Well, the main and only significant minus of the subwoofer is the price. If it weren’t for a random purchase on sale (the average price of a sub is 9-10 thousand, and I bought it for 7 thousand), I probably would never have overcome the toad.

Vladimir

Ural Molot 12

I wanted to buy a PIONEER TS-W 12-inch subwoofer. A friend heard what a URAL AS-MOLOT 12 subwoofer sounds like in a car. I really liked the sound quality. A friend's subwoofer has been in use for more than a year and there have been no problems with the quality of work. I decided to buy the same subwoofer. The first impression after installation in your car is good. In material terms, I won the same thing.

Serge Z.

Ural AS-D12A DUAL HURRICANE

The subwoofer consists of two speakers, 12 inches, a diffuser made of coated cellulose. Although the case is large, thanks to the correctly chosen geometry it does not give the impression of being massive. High-quality materials of the bass-reflex body, the front part is made of carbon fiber. Deep bass. Amplifier with good cooling. All wires for installing an active subwoofer. Power wires with marks, a flag fuse on the positive wire, one more fuse in stock. Interconnect cable. System Remote Control cable (ensures that the subwoofer is turned on when the car radio is turned on). The universal subwoofer can be turned on not only from a signal from the System Remote Control cable, but also when a signal arrives at the linear input or via a high-level wire. Remote bass level control. The length of the main cables is 5 meters, for pulling from the radio. The connector for a high-level signal allows for parallel connection to the standard rear speakers of the car. Setting the built-in crossover (high frequency cutoff frequency). Best price/quality ratio. Dimensions 840 × 345 × 360 mm.

Dmitry M.

Alpine SBE-1044BR

I bought it as soon as I sold another Alpine. Before that I had a 12-inch bandpass - I didn’t really like its buzzing, it took up the floor of the trunk and also weighed 20 kg. In short, having sold it, I immediately flew to the store and saw this one, but I had been looking at it for a long time. Well, I bought it and connected it right away... voila, the bass is excellent, juicy, bulky!!!

Stepan

Pioneer TS-WX300TA

One of the real advantages is the quality; it does not become a rattling box even after many months of daily use. We took it with the guys at the same time, I have a pioneer;) It works great for me) It gives out its nominal value. All wires are included in the kit. The only downside is the length, he's fucking 70 cm! This is a bazooka