Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 is as noble as Ariana Grande and as tough as Lara Croft.In an anonymous test, it was voted "the most versatile and all-around product."It reproduces vocals clearly and has a good bass for its size.It is IP67 rated and can withstand being dropped from a height of 5 feet.It's one of the toughest Bluetooth speakers we've tested, including being submerged in water up to 1m deep.However, since it floats on water, it is unlikely that it will sink that deep.The only negative point is the battery life, which lasted 8 hours in our tests.It's not bad, but it's not "wow" either.The round and compact design is adorable, but it's round so it might be a little difficult to store in a suitcase pocket or laptop bag.If you're looking for a portable Bluetooth speaker that's bigger and louder than our top pick, and you can take it with you to the beach or a quick camping trip, the JBL Xtreme 3 is the way to go.In this test, it was highly praised for its clear vocals, guitar, and piano sounds, and was ranked as a recommended high-end model as a successor to its predecessor, the Xtreme 2.The bass is a bit weak at maximum volume, but even without that, it's still the best portable Bluetooth speaker.Built for outdoor use, it has IP67 water and dust resistance, and a powerful carry strap makes it easy to carry.It is safe to drive for 15 hours with one charge.But it's much bigger and more expensive than the UE Wonderboom 2.If you're looking for an all-around portable Bluetooth speaker for the lowest possible price, the Tribit XSound Go is the way to go.It offers much clearer sound quality and volume than other cheap Bluetooth speakers.It's compact enough to slip into your laptop bag or packed suitcase, and it runs for 24 hours on a single charge.In addition, it has IPX7 grade waterproof performance that will not break even if it is submerged in 1m of water for 30 minutes, and it also has a speakerphone function.Most recently, the XSound Go has added USB-C charging and stereo pairing capabilities.If you want something a little bigger and fuller than the UE Wonderboom 2, but want something more portable and affordable than the JBL Xtreme 3, the Sony SRS-XB33 should be just right.It's powerful enough to handle a 20-by-15-foot (6.0 by 4.5m) room, and has an impressive 24-hour battery life.With IP67 waterproof and dustproof performance, it is a sturdy design that can withstand a little rough handling.Functions such as multi-color lights, strobes, and speakerphones are also available.However, it is about 2.5 times the size and weight of the Wonderboom 2, so its portability is not good enough.It's no exaggeration to say that the Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM is the all-in-one portable Bluetooth speaker.Plays twice as loud as the JBL Xtreme 3, perfect for pool parties and tailgate parties.It boasts smooth, natural vocals, plenty of bass, and an amazing ambience and beautiful sound for an all-in-one speaker.Sound quality that makes you want to use it indoors.At 14.3 inches (36 cm) tall and weighing 16.6 pounds (7.5 kg), it's not suitable for air travel, but it's relatively compact and lightweight so you won't have any trouble carrying it around.Since it conforms to the IPX4 standard, it is waterproof for leisure activities such as splashing by the pool.In our Wirecutter test, it played pretty loud for 27.5 hours on a single charge.If there is a "quality portable Bluetooth speaker requirement", it must be compact, sturdy, and affordable.And above all, it has to sound good.Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 clears all of these conditions.Three out of four testers praised the natural balance of bass, mids and treble, and the clarity of the audio.It's about the same size and weight as a large apple, so it's easy to carry around.In addition, there are useful functions such as "Outdoor Boost Mode" that suppresses bass and increases volume, ultra-rugged design, stereo / mono pairing, ultra-long range Bluetooth, and top buttons for pausing, playing and skipping. It's full.Wonderboom 2 has IP67 dustproof and waterproof performance, and can be submerged in 1m of water for 30 minutes.It floats on water, so you can drop it off a boat or dock, or put it in a pool without losing it.According to Ultimate Ears, the Wonderboom 2 is sturdy enough to withstand a five-foot drop.So I actually dropped it on a hard wooden floor and even on concrete, and it worked fine with almost no scratches.A small elastic string is attached to the top, so if you have a hook or string, you can hang it from a shower rod or tent pole.Since I started recommending the Wonderboom 2, several Wirecutter editors have tried the speaker and fell in love with its strong, lovely design and full sound.In fact, our editor-in-chief chose it as his "favorite" from thousands of recommendations in his "52 Things We Love" series.If you prefer a bass-heavy sound, this speaker may not be for you.When I was listening to my favorite jazz or pop music, I was a little worried about the heavy bass being clogged up.If you want more bass, the Walmart-exclusive Anker SoundCore Rave Neo and Sony SRS-XB33 might be more to your liking.The JBL Xtreme 3 has replaced its predecessor, the Xtreme 2, and has been ranked among the top models recommended for those who want to enjoy sound at a higher volume.Like its predecessor, the Xtreme 3 features a football-sized design with thick canvas shoulder straps.It delivers full, full sound, which is rare for a portable Bluetooth speaker.The main difference from the Xtreme 2 is that it now supports USB-C charging.Almost all laptop and tablet chargers can now be used, but the speakerphone function is omitted.It is a nice place to comply with the IP67 standard and add dust resistance and waterproofness.Some say they like the Xtreme 3 the best among speakers of this size.Wirecutter staffer Lauren says, "The Xtreme 3 has clear highs and doesn't have the ear-piercing sensation that is typical of speakers of this type.""It also has a strong bass, which I like."It has the clearest highs in its class, without the harshness of high-pitched affricates.Not only vocals, but also guitars, pianos, saxophones, and other instruments can be heard very clearly.The biggest change in the new model is the loudness of 92.8dB at 1m (Xtreme 2: 90.8dB).However, producing a loud sound is not necessarily an advantage, and when a sound source with a lot of bass is played at full volume, the built-in limiter lowers the bass output in order to increase the maximum volume even a little, resulting in a lower bass volume. It is.Lower the main volume a notch or two and the bass will return to full power.JBL claims 15 hours of battery life, while Wirecutter tested 17 hours.Also, the Bluetooth range was about 55 feet (about 17m) across a window, which wasn't short, but about half the Xtreme 2's 110 feet (about 34m).In addition to pausing and playing with the play button at the top, operations such as skipping to the next song are possible.Xtreme 3 supports JBL's PartyBoost function, and it is possible to connect multiple PartyBoost-equipped speakers for group playback.However, it is not compatible with similar Connect+ features found in older models such as the Xtreme 2.It also has a USB-A output so you can charge your portable devices.JBL has released an app for controlling the Xtreme 3, but the app's unique features are limited to functions such as updating the firmware and turning off Bluetooth connection and audio feedback when powering on/off.If you want an all-around portable Bluetooth speaker (and a good one) for around $30, the Tribit XSound Go is a great choice.Four years after its debut, it still ranks among the best in its price range, with clear highs and lows.It is compact enough to fit in a laptop bag or suitcase, and conforms to the waterproof standard IPX7, so it can be submerged in water up to 1m for 30 minutes.When I took the XSoundGo on my four week trip, I was constantly blown away by its clear, full sound.The sound quality is natural and clear without the bloating and blurring that is common with inexpensive Bluetooth speakers.The sound isn't as thick and loud as the UE Wonderboom 2, but all the monitors who participated in the test praised it for its "great sound quality for this price!"The maximum volume is 82.2dB, which may not be enough to liven up a party, but it is enough for casual listening in a normal living room.The XSound Go isn't flashy, but it doesn't feel cheap or plastic like many budget Bluetooth speakers.There's a play/pause button, but no track-skip button, which is handy for listening to music in the shower.Battery life is claimed to be 24 hours, but in Wirecutter's test, it ran out after about 10.5 hours.However, it can be said that it is sufficient as a cheap Bluetooth speaker.I've been using the XSound Go for almost two years.I have Wi-Fi speakers from Sonos and Amazon all over my house, but my favorite is the XSound Go.I use it outdoors all the time when I'm doing yard work, and I plug this speaker into everything I'm testing with a Bluetooth-enabled video projector.It's a tiny gadget, but if you want to upgrade the sound quality of your projector's built-in speakers, it's a bargain.Never worry about running out of charge.In a test with the Wirecutter, staff member Lauren praised it as "the best sound of the day" (before trying out the larger models).The treble is clear and the bass and treble are well balanced.The SRS-XB33 is more than enough for hours of jazz fun.The app offers a 3-band equalizer, as well as Extra Bass and Live Sound modes.Please turn on Extra Bass and turn off Live Sound.You can enjoy the perfect sound.Sony claims 24 hours of battery life, but in Wirecutter's tests, when Extra Bass mode was turned on, after 16.5 hours, it started to announce "Please charge" every few minutes.By the way, charging is via the USB-C port.The output of the SRS-XB33 is 92.3 dB at 1 meter, which is less than half that of the Xtreme 3 (clearness decreases at high volumes).By the way, it is 7.2dB higher than the output of Wonderboom 2.7.2㏈ is about the same volume as six people having a normal conversation.The Ultimate Ears Hyperboom is an easy-to-use speaker for everyone, from garden parties with kids to music lovers who want a portable Bluetooth speaker that sounds as good as a good stereo.With a maximum volume of 102.9 dB (9㏈ more than the JBL Xtreme 3), it's loud enough for a pool party.It has IPX4 standard water resistance, so it's okay to get splashed.It is also ideal for leisure and sports recreation.Hyperboom has an Adaptive EQ function that automatically adjusts the speaker sound according to the surrounding acoustic environment.When I tested this indoors, it tended to overwhelm the bass a bit and muddy the treble.As a result, I didn't hear much of the "thump" of acoustic guitar strings or the metallic sound of cymbals.However, in our outdoor testing, the Adaptive EQ feature worked quite well.If you don't like the sound of Adaptive EQ, the app also has a 5-band equalizer and Bass Jump, Game/Cinema, and Podcast modes, so adjust them to your liking.Hyperboom also has some unusual features.For example, optical input.It's meant to connect speakers to your TV for a louder experience (although you'll need to adjust the volume with Hyperboom).A ring switch on the top allows you to choose between two Bluetooth sources, optical and analog input.This means you can connect any number of Hyperbooms to Ultimate Ears Boom and Megaboom speakers via the app.It weighs 16.6 pounds (7.5 kilograms) and is 14.3 inches (36 cm) tall, but with a retractable rubber handle on the back, you'll have no trouble carrying it around.Battery life is claimed to be 24 hours, but in our tests we got 27.5 hours of playback at 81dB (6㏈ above other speakers).The Bluetooth communication distance is about 33.5m, which is very long, but it is also necessary to point Hyperboom in a specific direction.This is probably because the large body interferes with the Bluetooth antenna.The only downside to Hyperboom is its high price.It's a little more expensive than the Sonos Five, which also boasts sophisticated audio, but that's to be expected since the Sonos Five uses Wi-Fi instead of Bluetooth.Seek fuller sound and don't mind the bulky size!For those who say, JBL PartyBox 110 is better in terms of price and performance.By the way, Hyperboom has a dedicated charger, so don't forget it when you go on a trip.It doesn't have a speakerphone function, but I don't think many people want speakerphone functionality from a speaker this size.The Sonos Roam is a small, portable, IP67-rated "portable Bluetooth speaker," but it's a model that can't be summed up in a single word.Built-in Wi-Fi and compatible with the Sonos S2 multiroom speaker system (not compatible with the older S1 operating system), it automatically reconnects to your Wi-Fi network when you take it home from the road.Also, since it supports Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, it can be used as a smart speaker.It also acts as a Bluetooth interface for your Sonos system, so you can stream content from Bluetooth sources to your Roam, and stream that content to your Sonos S2 system.The Roam is about the same size as the Tribit XSound Go, with only a decibel louder playback volume.But thanks to TruePlay technology, it sounds smoother and more natural than any small Bluetooth speaker (and most large Bluetooth speakers).The two drawbacks are the short battery life of about 6 hours (depending on how you use the speaker) and the high price.The Sony SRS-XB43 is a good product at a relatively affordable price among the higher-end models.The Xtreme 3 has clearer vocals and is more portable, but the SRS-XB43 is 1.6 decibels louder and offers the same lighting and sound features as the SRS-XB33.The drawback is that it weighs about 2,900g, which is heavy, and there is no handle or strap to carry it, so portability is not good enough.It's like carrying a football filled with sand, and it's hard to carry without both hands.The Tribit StormBox Micro 2 is a top pick in the "ultra-portable" genre.It is about 25 cm square and about 3.8 cm thick, which is slightly larger than the hull of the StromBox Micro. doing.Rubber straps can be attached to bicycle handles, tent poles, backpack straps, etc.The sound quality is basically the same as the previous model, but about the same as the XSound Go.However, the price is about double.Recently, the number of portable Bluetooth speakers that can be used for large parties is increasing, but among them, the JBL PartyBox 110 is recommended.With a weight of 10.79 kg and a height of about 58 cm, it can play loud sounds, and the sound of the best wireless speaker is smooth and sophisticated.In Wirecutter's tests, it was up to 1.1 decibels less at maximum volume than the Hyperboom, but it sounds clear at louder volumes.With guitar and mic inputs and level controls, it's perfect for casual DJing and musical performances.It's cheaper than the Hyperboom, but the Hyperboom has a smoother, more even sound across the entire range.It's splash-proof (IPX4), and JBL's new app gives you access to adjustable LED lighting, karaoke features, and DJ sound effects like air horns and applause.Waterproof speakers for pools and spas: Wow World of Watersports Sound BuoyWow World of Watersports Sound Buoy delivers stunning sound quality in and out of the water.A removable "anchor cup" is attached to the bottom, and by filling it with water, the main body stands upright.It can be removed by placing it on a flat floor.In the Wirecutter test, it's loud enough to be heard even in a spa with a running jacuzzi (with a waterfall effect).Even when submerged in water, I was able to easily flush out the water that had accumulated in the back of the speaker.There is an LED ring on the rim that can be set to any color you like.Of course, it is OK to turn it off.The Anchor Cup can also be placed in a cup holder and has a built-in bottle opener.The colors are yellow and blue.The Anker Soundcore Flare 2 is perfect for those looking for a high-quality speaker for around $50 (about 7,300 yen) that doesn't need to be as sturdy or as portable as the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2. .For those who don't need extreme portability and durability, the Flare 2 is cheaper than the Wonderboom 2 at the time of this writing, and both me and my colleague Lauren think it sounds better. I think.The bass is good, it's a little louder (1.5dB), and the vocals are fuller and more natural and smoother.You can also fine-tune the sound with the EQ controls in the app.It also has speakerphone functionality that the Wonderboom 2 lacks, and app-controlled multi-color LED lighting (which can also be turned off).The Oontz Angle Solo is the same price as a cheap t-shirt, but it sounds amazing.The bass is almost non-existent, but the vocals are clear and natural, perfect for listening to podcasts and lighter music.It has a compact size that can be easily put in a suitcase and is equipped with IPX5 compliant waterproof performance that is OK even if water is splashed with a hose.Bluetooth-enabled smart speakers other than Sonos: Ultimate Ears MegablastUltimate Ears Megablast is also a model that can be used as a Wi-Fi connected smart speaker.Featured in our "Best Alexa Speakers" article.https://www.gizmodo.jp/2022/09/best-audiophile-headphones.html©2022 WIRECUTTER, INC. 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