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 JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker #2 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Houl Zallee E86 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker Houl Zallee E86 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker #128 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#128
Sound
Balanced, punchy, minor bass bloom
Dual tweeter/woofer with bass boost
Loudness
Good for size, distortion at max peak
90W peak output, outdoor-ready
Battery
12 hours
32 hours rated playtime
Waterproofing
IPX7 submersible
IPX7 submersible, floats
Portability
Highly pocketable, 7.2 oz, rubber strap
14.9" speaker with handle, moderately bulky
Durability
Proven rugged design, solid seals
ABS/metal, shock-resistant; water-seal proven by rating
Value
Excellent value at ~$90
$69.99 sale price for large, feature-rich speaker
Verdict
The go-to portable Bluetooth speaker
Best-value rugged outdoor Bluetooth speaker

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