Monoprice SW-10 Powered Subwoofer vs Rockville Rock Shaker 6.5" Subwoofer

The Monoprice SW-10 is the better pick for most home theaters. Its 10-inch woofer and 150W RMS Class D amp move more air than the Rockville's 6.5-inch driver and 100W RMS, so it digs deeper and plays louder in a medium room. The Rockville is smaller, lighter and has a phase switch plus a wider claimed response, which suits tight spaces and small satellite systems. Owners of budget subs in this class often report the smaller 6.5-inch units run out of headroom on movie LFE, while 10-inch models hold up better.

• Choose the Monoprice SW-10 if you have room for a larger cabinet and want more output and low-end weight for movies and music.
• Choose the Rockville Rock Shaker if space is tight and you want a compact, light sub with a phase control for a small room or desktop setup.