The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Portable Bluetooth Speakers, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Black JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Black #3 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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ANCOON 80W Portable Bluetooth Speaker ANCOON 80W Portable Bluetooth Speaker #116 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#116
Sound
Balanced, controlled bass; punchy mids
Boomy bass, decent volume
Loudness
~85dB—adequate for rooms, limits outdoor scale
80W peak, fills large spaces
Battery
12 hours
20 hours rated
Waterproofing
IP67—fully submersible
IPX6 splash-proof
Portability
Pocketable at 285g with carrying loop
2.5 lbs, handle-carry
Durability
Rugged rubberized chassis, proven durability
Rugged plastic, solid seals
Value
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Strong loudness/battery for $80
Verdict
The category benchmark for portable Bluetooth speakers
Best value jobsite Bluetooth speaker

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