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 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black) Anker Soundcore Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black) #69 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#69
Sound
Balanced, punchy, minor bass bloom
Stereo dual-driver, decent balance but boomy bass at max
Loudness
Good for size, distortion at max peak
Adequate for small rooms; distorts when pushed hard
Battery
12 hours
24 hours
Waterproofing
IPX7 submersible
IPX5 splash/jet-resistant
Portability
Highly pocketable, 7.2 oz, rubber strap
Ultra-portable; 0.79 lb, pocketable with unibody design
Durability
Proven rugged design, solid seals
Drop-proof unibody; solid record, minor seal reports
Value
Excellent value at ~$90
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Verdict
The go-to portable Bluetooth speaker
Best-value portable speaker with all-day battery

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