Kicker 51HS8 Hideaway Powered Subwoofer vs Kicker PL7TDF Powered 12" Down-Firing Subwoofer

The Hideaway HS8 is the one to buy if you want bass without giving up cargo space. It fits under or behind a seat, weighs 9.4 lbs, and runs off a 150-watt Class D amp with a sealed aluminum enclosure. The PL7TDF is the step up for anyone who wants real output: a 12-inch square L7T sub on 600 watts RMS in a factory-tuned down-firing box, rated 4.8 out of 5 by 44 owners. The HS8 adds depth and punch to a factory system; the PL7TDF changes how the whole system sounds.

• Choose the Hideaway HS8 if you need bass that hides under a seat, keeps your trunk, and installs with basic tools.
• Choose the PL7TDF if you have the room for a 24-inch-wide box and want deep, hard-hitting bass at higher volume.