I was looking for a waterproof speaker, primarily for use in the shower, and I saw this one amongst no-name brands. I have used other Anker products before and am reasonably assured of their quality. This speaker continues that. It is well made and with the rubberized outer case seems up to the task of taking the occasional tumble. That said, this kind of rubber coating I've seen before that over time without proper care and sun/heat exposure can degrade (get 'gummy'). As new, it's good and makes for a solid grip and I plan to treat it well (time will tell on how it endures).
Sound-wise, I am somewhat impressed. Usually compact speakers are tinny highs and muddy mids and do poorly on the low end, but this one is not like that. The sound is bright without being tinny on the highs, has nice mellow mids that aren't muddy, and decent low end for the size. It doesn't reach to deep end lows like the dedicated sub I have in my car, but it gets low enough to hear a good beat. From my own testing, the cutoff seems to be about 80Hz (E2, lowest note on guitar), below which it quickly drops to inaudible by 50Hz (G1). Probably not meant for deep bass tracks.
For the controls, I like the raised buttons on the top, making easy to find the right button without looking. The controls themselves are simple and straightforward - Power, Vol Dn, Play/Pause, Vol Up, BT Pairing. I did find a feature that is not documented, the ability to skip Forward by press Play 2x (quickly), and skip Backward by press Play 3x. I saw other reviewers saying they wish this had Fwd/Rev, but it actually does have it, just not documented. (I've noticed the 2x and 3x pattern in other BT devices so I tried it here and it worked!)
Battery life is so far so good. I've had this for 3 days and have had it playing for several hours over that time and it still read 70%. I received it with 50% charge (typical) and it must support fast charging because after a little over an hour on my phone charger (USB-C) it was up to 100%.
Overall, I'm pleased with my purchase. Getting it cheaper on AZ lightning discount was a plus. I might get a second while the promo is still on.
Anker Soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker with IPX7 Waterproof, 24-Hour Playtime, Wireless Stereo Pairing, 12W Stereo Soun
4.6
| 127,394 ratingsPrice: 44.99
Last update: 01-10-2025
About this item
Unbelievable sound: 12W of pure audio power with enhanced bass Thunders from dual neodymium drivers. An advanced digital signal processor ensures pounding bass and zero distortion at any volume.
Intense bass: exclusive bass up technology and a patented spiral bass port boost low-end frequencies to make the beats hit even harder.
Outdoor-proof: IPX7 protection safeguards against rain, dust, snow, and spills. Get incredible sound at home, in the yard, or anywhere else imaginable.
24H Non-Stop Music: Anker’s world-renowned power management technology and a 5,200mAh Li-ion battery deliver a full day of sublime sound.
Grab, go, Listen: classic design that has been refined and lightened, with effortlessly simple controls.
Intense bass: exclusive bass up technology and a patented spiral bass port boost low-end frequencies to make the beats hit even harder.
Outdoor-proof: IPX7 protection safeguards against rain, dust, snow, and spills. Get incredible sound at home, in the yard, or anywhere else imaginable.
24H Non-Stop Music: Anker’s world-renowned power management technology and a 5,200mAh Li-ion battery deliver a full day of sublime sound.
Grab, go, Listen: classic design that has been refined and lightened, with effortlessly simple controls.
Product information
Input Voltage | 5 Volts |
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Mounting Type | Tabletop Mount |
Model Name | Soundcore 2 |
Speaker Type | Outdoor |
Special Feature | Stereo pairing;Ultra-Portable;Waterproof;Smartphone-Charging |
Recommended Uses For Product | For Televisions, For Smartphones, For Laptops |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Controller Type | Battery Powered |
Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 2.0 |
Color | Black |
Battery Life | 200 Milliamp Hours |
Included Components | speaker |
Product Dimensions | 2.2"D x 6.5"W x 1.8"H |
Item Weight | 12.6 Ounces |
Impedance | 4 Ohm |
Is Waterproof | TRUE |
Battery Capacity | 200 Milliamp Hours |
Charging Time | 3 Hours |
Maximum Range | 20 Meters |
Number of Items | 1 |
Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |
Speaker Size | 4.6 Centimeters |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |
Package Type | Standard Packaging |
Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
Includes MP3 player? | No |
UPC | 848061063943 194644059675 |
Style | Soundcore 2 |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00848061063943 |
Manufacturer | Anker |
Item Weight | 12.6 ounces |
ASIN | B01MTB55WH |
Item model number | A3105 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
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4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #96 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #2 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 15, 2017 |