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 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Beige) Anker Soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Beige) #16 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#16
Sound
Balanced, controlled bass; punchy mids
Balanced with boosted bass; minor coloration at max
Loudness
~85dB—adequate for rooms, limits outdoor scale
~85dB; clean up to 80dB
Battery
12 hours
24 hours
Waterproofing
IP67—fully submersible
IPX7 (immersion up to 1m for 30min)
Portability
Pocketable at 285g with carrying loop
285g, pocketable, no clip or strap included
Durability
Rugged rubberized chassis, proven durability
Solid plastic, proven seal integrity, light drop-resistant
Value
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Excellent value at $36; 24hr battery, waterproof, stereo
Verdict
The category benchmark for portable Bluetooth speakers
Best value waterproof Bluetooth speaker

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