Alpine R2-W12D4 vs Kicker CompR 12" Dual 4-Ohm Subwoofer

The Kicker CompR 12" Dual 4-Ohm is the better buy for most shoppers: it handles 500W RMS versus the Alpine's 350W RMS listing, is more sensitive at 86.9 dB versus 84.6 dB, and costs far less. The Alpine R2-W12D4 is the pick if you want Alpine's R-Series build with a Kevlar-reinforced pulp cone and HAMR surround and are willing to pay for it. On price, the Kicker is $151.96 at Crutchfield as of November 3, 2026, against $449.95 at Amazon for the Alpine as of the same date.

Today the Kicker CompR 12" Dual 4-Ohm Subwoofer costs $297.99 less at its best price.