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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Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go Bluetooth Speaker Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go Bluetooth Speaker #75 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#75
Sound
Balanced, controlled bass; punchy mids
Adequate, slight bass coloration
Loudness
~85dB—adequate for rooms, limits outdoor scale
Moderate for small rooms
Battery
12 hours
20 hours
Waterproofing
IP67—fully submersible
IP67 submersible
Portability
Pocketable at 285g with carrying loop
Pocket-sized with lanyard
Durability
Rugged rubberized chassis, proven durability
Solid plastic, proven IP seal
Value
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$23.99 (31% off MSRP)
Verdict
The category benchmark for portable Bluetooth speakers
Best waterproof portable speaker under $30

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