ROOM TO ROAM
Compare portable Bluetooth speakers by carrying format, battery claims and protection ratings. Start with where you will actually use one.
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Check dimensions, weight and how the loop, strap or clip works with your bag.
Separate standard playback claims from battery-saving modes and allow for louder listening.
Read the water-resistance conditions and confirm compatibility before buying a second speaker.
THE SHORTLIST
3 products
For checking your speaker-pairing options
A portable Bluetooth speaker with an IP68 rating and Auracast support. JBL lists 14 hours of playback, or up to 16 hours with its separate Playtime Boost mode.
For a small speaker with a carrying loop
A portable Bluetooth speaker with a nylon utility loop and an IP67 rating. Bose lists up to 12 hours of battery life under its test conditions.
For a portable setup with a bass control
A portable Bluetooth speaker with a multi-way strap and an ULT button for bass emphasis. Sony lists an IP67 rating and up to 12 hours of playback.
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