Kicker PL7TDF Powered 12" Down-Firing Subwoofer vs Kicker 51HS12 Hideaway Powered Subwoofer

The PL7TDF is the bass-heavy choice: a 12-inch square L7T sub with 600 watts RMS in a sealed down-firing box, and owners rate it 4.8 out of 5 for output and build. The 51HS12 is the stealth choice: 230 watts RMS in a thin all-aluminum frame that fits under or behind a seat. Both cover 25-120 Hz and include a remote bass knob. Pick the PL7TDF if you want maximum output and can give up cargo space; pick the 51HS12 if space and a factory look matter more than raw power.

• Choose the Kicker PL7TDF if you want loud, deep bass from a powered enclosure and have room for a roughly 24 x 8 x 15 inch box.
• Choose the Kicker 51HS12 if you need bass that hides under a seat or in a tight corner and still works with a factory head unit.