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Anker Soundcore mini, Super-Portable Bluetooth Speaker with 15-Hour Playtime, 66-Foot Bluetooth Range, Wireless Speaker with Enhanced Bass, Noise-Cancelling Microphone, for Outdoor, Travel, Home

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JBL Pulse speaker is now on its fifth generation and both the sound quality and 360-degree light show have been improved. JBL has "expanded the transparent outer body" so the customizable light show (there's a companion app for iOS and Android that allows you to alter the colorful lighting effects) looks more impressive. The speaker is also IP67 dustproof and waterproof, and it offers up to 12 hours of battery at moderate volume levels. This baby is loud & sounds way better in a box or underneath something so the sound has barriers to bounce off of. So to speak.

This speaker easily bests the old favourite Jam Classic 2.0. While that larger speaker has a solid 2-inch driver, the passive radiator here substantially lowers the bass floor so your music sounds fuller, beefier, more powerful. You can play your own music via Bluetooth, aux cable, or an SD card, and there’s a microphone, so you can take hands-free calls too. In my tests, the speaker compared pretty favorably to more expensive speakers like the JBL Charge 5. There's plenty of bass and the speaker plays loud for its size, with decent clarity. That said, it's a mono speaker with a single driver and two bass radiators -- that's how you get all that bass. So while you can expect big sound, the soundstage doesn't feel all that wide, particularly at lower volumes. It actually sounds better at higher volumes.

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The Wonderboom 2 is a follow-up to an already amazing speaker that blasts its sounds in 360 degrees. A calling card for all Ultimate Ears speakers, the no-nonsense controls with oversized volume buttons of the Wonderboom 3 are excellent, too. There are multiple finishes to choose from, each sporting a hang loop. And the speaker floats, should it tumble into a pool. The loudest Bluetooth speakers are the biggest ones. Sometimes they're referred to as boom boxes or "party" speakers. Some of those speakers are portable and have built-in rechargeable batteries while the biggest party speakers literally have wheels on them for transport and need to be plugged in with an AC adapter because they require so much power. Bang and Olufsen Beoplay P6 review: Strong, stylish, and small Anker Soundcore Mini review: Connectivity

The mids are the other surprise. You tend to expect a speaker with a radiator and tiny driver to have bass and treble, and not much in between. But Anker has really tried to add some bulk to the mids. At its heart, the Anker Soundcore Mini is the definition of a pleasant surprise. Despite a ridiculously low price tag, it comes with access to both Bluetooth connectivity and aux input, as well as the option to play your music via MicroSD. The fabric-covered StormBox Micro has an elegant yet durable design and top-tier sound. Weighing less than 10 ounces, its audio output and bass bely its size. You can pair a duo of speakers in the stereo setup, too. Its rubber strap helps when lashing to to something like a bike. Another thing to note is that the Anker comes with FM radio built-in. This is a nice extra connectivity touch. You plug the MicroUSB cable into the device so it can act as an antenna, then you press the play button until you start scanning for stations.The Anker SoundCore Mini 2 is a mono portable speaker that offers a convenient and versatile audio solution. With its compact design, measuring 68.58 mm in width, depth, and 78.74 mm in height, and weighing 207 g, it is highly portable and can easily be carried around wherever you go. Anker estimates the Soundcore Mini 3’s battery life to last roughly 15 hours, but your results will vary based on your volume levels. The downside is that the painted aluminium is likely to scratch easily, but if that really bothers you, all you need to do is take better care of it. FM may be headed for the switch-off in the UK, but we still should have a few years of FM radio ahead. The battery lasts for up to 15 hours, which is great for a small unit.

Mini Bluetooth speakers are designed so that you can take them with you, including to places where they might get dirty or be otherwise exposed to the elements. So focus on their ability to withstand intrusion by solids and liquids, denoted by an IP (ingress protection) rating. The first digit signifies how well the speaker can resist solids getting in, while the second signifies liquids. The higher the number, the better the device keeps things like dust and rain out, respectively. The scale for solids ranges from 0 to 6, and for liquids, 0 to 9. Your Sound, Your Rules: Connect via the soundcore app to take remote control of Mini 3. Power it on or off, adjust the volume, change the sound profile, and much more. Marshall’s Willen mini Bluetooth speaker is worth its hefty price because it looks like a miniaturize version of the brand’s iconic guitar amplifiers. The tough gadget looks equally great on a table, a desk, or when attached to a bag or a bike via its flexible mounting strap. Its control knob and battery indicator are also great.

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