So, if you are in the market looking for some quality outdoor waterproof Bluetooth speakers to accompany you during your summer sojourns, here are the best ones. Take a look. But first,
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1. Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 2nd Gen
IP rating: IP67 And the story doesn’t end there. This Bang & Olufsen Beosound supports Qualcomm’s latest aptX Adaptive Bluetooth codec. For those unaware, the aptX Adaptive Bluetooth codec is efficient than its predecessor and makes way for stable low-latency music streaming. This speaker also brings Alexa compatibility to the picture. Quite obviously, it’s not designed to deliver loud audio outdoors. But if you want to enjoy soothing music, this one will be your perfect companion. It’s accompanied by an IP67 rating and lasts around 18 hours on a single charge in moderate volumes.
2. Ultimate Ears Boom 3 Portable Waterproof Speaker
IP rating: IP67 It has a fairly straightforward design, and it wouldn’t be wrong to say that it resembles a tall soda can. And guess what? It has the signature large volume buttons on the spine. One of the plus sides of these large buttons is that you can feel the buttons even when it’s dark. The size is quite apt for a portable speaker. You can either carry it on your backpack or slide it inside the can-holder of your car. Sound-wise, don’t let the small form factor of the UE Boom 3 undermine this speaker’s loudness. It can get really loud and can easily double as your go-to speaker for pool and beach parties. At the same time, you can use it indoors as well, and you can rest assured that you won’t be winding down the volume. Do note that the UE Boom 3 sacrifices quality over loudness, and you might miss the finer details in your favorite songs. You can get several UE speakers (up to 150 speakers) to amplify the sound on the upside. It offers a playback time of 15 hours.
3. Anker Soundcore Rave Neo
IP rating: IPX7 Neither does it packs a cylindrical design, nor does it have a flat design. Instead, it’s shaped like one of the speakers from yesteryears. Plus, the handle above makes it convenient to carry it and gives character to the speaker. Being a party speaker, the bass is on the higher side. It’s designed to drown out most ambient noise when the volume is properly cranked up. While you do not get refined overall audio, it safe to say that the audio is balanced, especially outdoors. Furthermore, you can play with the EQ settings to arrive at the sound settings of your liking. Battery-wise, things are not disappointing. However, if you choose to crank up the volume or play the LED lights throughout, the odds are that you will see a shorter battery span.
4. Sony SRS-XB33 Wireless Portable Speaker
IP rating: IP67 This Sony speaker has quite the spec sheet when it comes to water protection. Not only is it waterproof and dustproof, but it also boasts of being rustproof and being safe from saltwater as well. So yeah, whether it’s an outdoor pool party or a day out on the beach, this one will do just fine. These features are further accompanied by a sturdy and solid design. Being a speaker from Sony’s XB lineup, you can expect serious bass in this speaker along with a dynamic studio. And it manages to pull off the loud bass without overshadowing the vocals, which is a huge plus for a speaker who boasts of Extra Bass. It costs almost as same as the Anker Soundcore Rave Neo, but the overall sound signature is a tad better in this one.
5. JBL Flip 5 Portable Waterproof Speaker
IP rating: IPX7 Like its counterpart above, this model has IPX7 waterproof rating, and you can submerge it in water (up to a meter) for 30 minutes. This speaker’s crux is the loud yet balanced output, making it a tad better pick compared to the UE Boom 3. To add to it, there is no volume distortion, even at high volumes. The Flip 5 does carry a few extra perks. Firstly, this one packs the PartyBoost feature, which lets you pair it with other compatible speakers to simplify the sound and give it a stereo effect. Do note that this feature is not compatible with the older version of JBL speakers. Secondly, the JBL Flip 5 claims a battery life of 12 hours.
6. Bose SoundLink Micro Small Portable Bluetooth Speaker
IP rating: IPX7 Sound-wise, SoundLink Micro performs quite well. The audio is clear, and there’s considerable bass in the system to make it apt for parties and get-togethers. However, do note that the sound distorts a little when the battery is cranked up. The only downside of the SoundLink Micro is that it has underwhelming battery life. If we talk numbers, it can last around 6 hours on a full charge in moderate volume. And being an older device, you get legacy charging tech in this. The SoundLink Micro comes with Bluetooth multipoint on the upside, making it easy to shuffle the connection between two connected devices.
7. JBL Go 3 Portable Speaker
IP rating: IP67 The audio delivery is decent for the price. The bass is just about right and doesn’t overshadow the vocals of the songs in high volume. However, it has a slight catch—the sound distorts you place the speaker on its back due to the reverberations. Thankfully, you can easily mitigate this distortion by placing it on its feet. The good thing is that the feet are backed by a rubberized grip to prevent the speaker from falling. The low price means that the Go 3 has its share of cons as well. For one, the battery life of 5 hours is very low, especially if you are looking for long-continuous use. While it can be used while charging, the odds are that it might be difficult to pull off this scenario when outdoors. Thankfully, it takes around 2 hours for the battery to be topped-up. The Go 3 is IP67 rated means it’s safe from both water and dust. So even if it were to fall in the water accidentally, you don’t have to suffer a mini heart attack.
Splash!
The cold winter days are almost over and it’s time to venture out in the world again. Dramatic, I know! And what better way to do so than to add a little dose of music to your outings. So, which one of these will you buy?
