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 (Pink) Anker Soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Pink) #55 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#55
Sound
Balanced, controlled bass; punchy mids
Boomy, decent balance
Loudness
~85dB—adequate for rooms, limits outdoor scale
Adequate small room; distorts when pushed
Battery
12 hours
24 hours
Waterproofing
IP67—fully submersible
IPX7 (submersible)
Portability
Pocketable at 285g with carrying loop
Compact (~285g) with rubberized grip
Durability
Rugged rubberized chassis, proven durability
Solid casing, proven durability
Value
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Verdict
The category benchmark for portable Bluetooth speakers
Best value waterproof portable speaker

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