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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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
#2
#16
Sound
Balanced, punchy, minor bass bloom
Balanced with boosted bass; minor coloration at max
Loudness
Good for size, distortion at max peak
~85dB; clean up to 80dB
Battery
12 hours
24 hours
Waterproofing
IPX7 submersible
IPX7 (immersion up to 1m for 30min)
Portability
Highly pocketable, 7.2 oz, rubber strap
285g, pocketable, no clip or strap included
Durability
Proven rugged design, solid seals
Solid plastic, proven seal integrity, light drop-resistant
Value
Excellent value at ~$90
Excellent value at $36; 24hr battery, waterproof, stereo
Verdict
The go-to portable Bluetooth speaker
Best value waterproof Bluetooth speaker

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