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RV208P vs Rockville RWS10CA Slim 10″ Amplified Powered Car Subwoofer Enclosure

Buy the RV208P if you want a passive dual-8 box that you power with your own amp and want the lowest price. Buy the RWS10CA if you want a slim powered enclosure with a remote bass knob and no separate amp to buy. The RV208P is listed at $89.95 as of October 30, 2026. No current price was given for the RWS10CA, so compare it against that figure before deciding.

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Rockville
RV208P

RV208P

4.7· 3 ratings

Choose the RV208P if you already own a mono amp and want a vented dual-8 box for the lowest outlay.

Pros
  • Low price at $89.95 as of October 30, 2026
  • Vented MDF box tuned for punchy output
  • Two 8-inch drivers with 45 oz magnets
  • Gold-plated push terminals
  • Compact 21 lb cabinet fits most trunks
Cons
  • Needs a separate amplifier, which adds cost
  • No remote bass control
  • Rated only to 400W RMS
  • Not waterproof
  • Single voice coil per driver
Rockville
Rockville RWS10CA Slim 10″ Amplified Powered Car Subwoofer Enclosure

Rockville RWS10CA Slim 10″ Amplified Powered Car Subwoofer Enclosure

Choose the RWS10CA if you want a self-amplified slim enclosure with a remote bass control and no extra amp purchase.

Pros
  • Built-in amplifier, so no extra amp to buy
  • Slim 7-inch depth fits tight spaces
  • Remote bass control included
  • Lower 43Hz extension
  • 1000W peak rating
Cons
  • No price given, so value is unclear
  • One 10-inch driver versus two 8s
  • RMS power not stated
  • No stated enclosure material or tuning

What separates them

RV208PRockville RWS10CA Slim 10″ Amplified Powered Car Subwoofer Enclosure
AmplificationPassive; needs an external amplifierActive; built-in amp
Driver size and countTwo 8-inch subs in one vented boxOne 10-inch sub in a sealed slim box
Power rating400W RMS, 800W peak1000W peak (RMS not stated)
Frequency response50Hz-500Hz43Hz-500Hz
Box volume and fit20.2 x 12.5 x 10.9 in, 21 lb cabinet24 x 7 x 15 in slim profile
Bass controlNone; level set at the ampRemote bass knob included
Enclosure typeVented MDF, 3/5-inch wallsSlim enclosure, type not stated
Price$89.95 as of October 30, 2026No price given

Price history

$89.95$34.95
Oct 29Oct 31
  • RV208P: lowest $89.95 on Oct 30 at Rockville Audio; $89.95 on Oct 31.
  • Rockville RWS10CA Slim 10″ Amplified Powered Car Subwoofer Enclosure: lowest $34.95 on Oct 29 at Rockville Audio.

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Specs compared

SpecRV208PRockville RWS10CA Slim 10″ Amplified Powered Car Subwoofer Enclosure
Frequency response50Hz - 500Hz43Hz-500Hz
Impedance4 Ohm4-ohms
Dimensions20.2" (L) x 12.5" (W) x 10.9" (H)(LxWxH): 24″ x 7″ x 15″
Speaker TypeSubwooferSubwoofer
Peak power800 Watts—
RMS power400 Watts RMS—
Subwoofer diameter8 Inches—
Sensitivity89dB @ 1w/1m—
Enclosure material3/5" MDF—
Cabinet weight21 lbs—
Magnet weight45oz—
Connectivitywired—
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SpecRV208PRockville RWS10CA Slim 10″ Amplified Powered Car Subwoofer Enclosure
Audio channels1.0—
Vehicle TypeCar—
WaterproofNo—
RMS Output400 W—
Maximum Output800 Watts Peak Power—
Channels2.0—
Amplification TypeActive—
Mounting TypeCar Mount—
Dual Voice CoilNo (Single voice coil)—
Bluetooth

What reviewers say

RV208P

Only three ratings are on record, averaging 4.7 out of 5, so the sample is too small to draw firm conclusions. No detailed owner write-ups were available.

Pros
  • High average rating from the few buyers who rated it
Cons
  • Too few ratings to judge long-term reliability

Questions and answers

Which hits harder, the RV208P or the RWS10CA?
The RV208P has two 8-inch drivers in a vented box, which usually gives more output per watt than a single 10 in a slim sealed box. The RWS10CA has the higher peak rating at 1000W, but peak figures do not tell you how loud it plays in practice.
Do I need an amp for the RV208P?
Yes. The RV208P is passive and needs an external mono amplifier rated near its 400W RMS. The RWS10CA has its amp built in, so it only needs power and a signal.
Which fits a tight space better?
The RWS10CA is 7 inches deep, so it fits behind seats and in shallow trunks where the RV208P's 12.5-inch width will not. The RV208P is shorter in length at 20.2 inches versus 24.
Is the RWS10CA worth the extra over the RV208P?
Only if you do not own an amp. Once you add a mono amp and wiring to the RV208P's $89.95, the powered RWS10CA often costs about the same. If you already have an amp, the RV208P is the cheaper route.
Which plays lower bass?
The RWS10CA is rated down to 43Hz and the RV208P to 50Hz, so the RWS10CA reaches lower on paper. The RV208P's vented box can still sound louder around 50-60Hz.
Which is more reliable?
The RV208P has no electronics to fail, only drivers and terminals. The RWS10CA adds a built-in amp, which is the part most likely to fail in a powered enclosure.

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  • Best 8-inch car subwoofers
Yes
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Connectivity TypeWireless (Bluetooth), Wired (Corded Electric)—
Ports &Amp; InterfacesGold-plated push terminals—
Control MethodTouch—
Weight45 oz (Magnet Motor Structure Weight)—
Depth31.8 cm—
Height10.9 in—
Width12.5 in—
Enclosure TypeVented—
MaterialAluminum, 3/5" MDF, Aviation grade tweed carpet…—
Bass BoostYes—