To me it’s the same thing as “great” software with horrible UI/UX
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Well if you are talking looks, that's subjective. The design however works very well to carry, give a bit of stereo separation and enough space for the bass reflexers. It's completely water and dustproof too. Has a nice woven fabric all around with bumpers around the bass ports to shield them from drops.
Well you said "If sound quality is your top priority on a tight budget" so I felt promoted to reply with the Uboom L. I have had it for around 2 years with absolutely 0 issues. I am ordering another cause it's so good (and both can pair to do stereo 👀)
If it was subjective then B&O wouldn’t be able to tell the difference between hiring a great designer and a bad one, but I think most of the time they choose very well 🤷♂️