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 Anker Soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker #12 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#12
Sound
Balanced, punchy, minor bass bloom
Balanced with punchy bass; boomy if EQ not dialed
Loudness
Good for size, distortion at max peak
Up to 85 dB SPL; adequate for small–medium rooms
Battery
12 hours
24 hours (category-best at this price)
Waterproofing
IPX7 submersible
IPX7 (full submersion up to 1 m/30 min)
Portability
Highly pocketable, 7.2 oz, rubber strap
Compact 285 g with rubber carry strap, pocketable
Durability
Proven rugged design, solid seals
Solid plastic shell; proven IPX7 seal; no major failure reports
Value
Excellent value at ~$90
$35.99 for 24-hr battery + waterproof + stereo pairing
Verdict
The go-to portable Bluetooth speaker
Best value portable Bluetooth speaker

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