The 20 Best Waterproof (or Water-Resistant) Bluetooth Speakers for Every Adventure
The 20 Best Waterproof (or Water-Resistant) Bluetooth Speakers for Every Adventure
Speakers take a beating. We lug them across backyards and cross country. We stuff them into the bottom of beach bags, where they mingle with sand, sunscreen, and beer can condensation. And then there's the water—we clog them with steam in the shower, put them too close to the lapping waves at the lake, set them down near kids with water guns. So owning a waterproof—or at the very least, water-resistant—wireless speaker makes a whole lot of sense.
Bluetooth speakers come with a rating system formatted like "IPXX" to indicate just how strong it is against the elements. The first X will be a number between zero and six that rates the speaker's ability to protect against solids, like dust. The closer to six, the better. The second X will be a number between zero and eight that rates the speaker's ability to protect against liquids, like, you guessed it, water. The closer to eight, the better.
These are the best waterproof (or water-resistant) Bluetooth speakers—whether you're looking for pristine audio or something that's cheap and durable. Go forth and share the music.
1) JBL GO 2
JBL
amazon.com
You don't need a $300 sound system with a subwoofer for your morning shower. Or, if you do, you're showering differently than the rest of us. But this little three-inch speaker from JBL will fill your bathroom with sound without hogging counter or shelf space. Its speaker-phone capability means you can field calls in the shower—but don't. And with an IPX7 rating, it's safe to completely submerge, should it fall into the bath.
Battery life: up to 5 hours
2) Anker Soundcore 2
Anker
Anker gives you a lot for not a lot of money. The speaker itself is waterproof with an IPX7 rating, so you can cart it anywhere messy. It has an outstanding battery life of up to 24 hours, which makes sense, considering Anker is best known for its charging devices. But what really makes it stand out is its BassUp technology. Unlike a lot of budget Bluetooth speakers, Anker doesn't cheap out on the low end, producing rich, thumping bass.
Battery life: up to 24 hours
3) Speaqua Barnacle+
Speaqua
amazon.com
This tiny speaker was built to be waterborne, whether via yacht or dinky rowboat. It's able to float on the surface, but should it go overboard, an IP68 rating means it can stay submerged for a good length of time. On board, a suction cup grip will anchor it, and if Bluetooth is acting funky or you don't want to risk bringing your phone out into the waves, it stores a thousand songs internally that it'll shuffle through, no wireless connection required.
Battery life: up to 5 hours
4) Sony SRS-XB12 Extra Bass
Sony
amazon.com
Sony's SRS-XB12 is small but mighty. Fully water andproof and dust-tight at a IP67 rating, it fits into the palm of your hand or in a car's cupholder. Throw on the detachable strap and it becomes a convenient wristlet or keychain. And with punched-up bass, you'll hardly believe something so tiny could be producing such rich, deep audio.
Battery life: up to 16 hours
5) JBL CLIP 3
JBL
amazon.com
The CLIP 3 (rated IPX7) is like JBL's GO 2, only with better, louder playback. And, as you can see, a carabiner, which makes a world of difference. You'll be tempted to hook it onto anything you can—a shower rod, a golf cart, a backpack, a tent strap, your dog's collar—and you absolutely should. It's a workhorse of a waterproof Bluetooth speaker.
Battery life: up to 10 hours
6) Tribit StormBox
Tribit
Tribit's StormBox covers all the bases for this level of speaker. Its design mimics that of the exceptional UE speakers (more on them in a moment) but at half the price. Its IPX7 rating means it's fully waterproof. It produces nice (but not amazing) sound. And its battery life isn't lousy. All around, it's a solid option for affordability.
Battery life: up to 20 hours
7) Houl Zallee Portable Bluetooth Speaker
AOMAIS
amazon.com
This Houl Zallee Portable Bluetooth speaker is loud. Like, really loud. It can easily fill a riotous party with decent quality sound, whether you're inside or outdoors. It may not be the most stylish option on this list, but that protective rubber and tough-looking design make it virtually indestructible—an important quality when drunk people are congregating. With an IPX7 rating, it allows for full water submersion, too. You won't go broke buying it, and you'll have it for a long, long time.
Battery life: up to 32 hours
8) Bose SoundLink Micro
Bose
Bose is one of the best consumer-level speaker brands in terms of sound quality. Unfortunately, you have to pay for that audio expertise. Case in point: the SoundLike Micro (with an IPX7 rating), which is built to be carted around but at a price point that'll make you consider taking out insurance on it. The audio it produces is phenomenal, considering the diminutive size of the thing. The trade-off is its pitiful battery life and, we'll say it again, the cost.
Battery life: up to 6 hours
9) Ultimate Ears Boom 3
Ultimate Ears
amazon.com
When in doubt, go with Ultimate Ears. UE makes an excellent waterproof Bluetooth speaker, the Boom 3. With 360-degree sound built on a deep bass foundation, it will impress anyone with a keen ear for audio. It is rated IP67 for dust and water protection, but you'd hardly know it from its nice-looking fabric cover. Though the one-touch button makes selecting music simple, it comes with an app, too. The Boom 3 is an indisputable winner, hitting the sweet spot of really good design and fair pricing.
Battery life: up to 15 hours
10) Marshall Stockwell II Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Marshall
amazon.com
Marshall makes speakers that look so damn cool. The Stockwell II is one of them—and even though it has an IPX4 rating, meaning it is resistant to only a few splashes of water, it's worth considering for the style alone. It is a powerful box, with nobs to control volume, bass, and treble for pristine audio control. You won't find that on most Bluetooth speakers. It's about the size of a lunch box, and that strap makes for easy carrying.
Battery life: 20+ hours
11) Bose SoundLink Revolve+
Bose
Another excellent but pricey Bose speaker. With the SoundLink Revolve+, you'll get all-encompassing sound, voice prompts, and the Bose Connect app. The speaker can also go into Stereo or Party mode. However, with an IPX4 rating, it's only water resistant.
Battery life: up to 16 hours
12) Turtlebox Gen 2: Loud! Outdoor Portable Bluetooth 5.0 Speaker
DemerBox
amazon.com
The Turtlebox speaker is rugged. Drop the thing off a cliff, and it'll probably still work (but please don't do that.) The Bluetooth range is great (up to 100 feet) and the battery life is superb. It has a IP67 rating and boasts up to 120dB of sound. This is a Bluetooth speaker built for adventure.
Battery life: up to 50 hours
13) JBL Boombox 2
JBL
amazon.com
JBL made a waterproof Bluetooth speaker that is as loud and bulky as an old-school boombox. Hence its name: Boombox. The sound coming out of this speaker is immense, with enough bass to make the pool water ripple. Its ability to connect to two devices is ideal for parties, tailgates, and anywhere else people are fighting over the playlist. And it has IPX7 waterproofing. If you need loud, lasting power, the Boombox is your best option.
Battery life: up to 24 hours
14) Sonos Move
Sonos
sonos.com
Sonos' Move speaker is big and beautifully designed. Everything about it is done correctly: the smart assistant integration, the audio depth, the controls. And though you can't see it here, it has a handle carved into the back so you can grab and, see what they did here, move. Use it inside, in every room. Use it outside, wherever you wander. It's sturdily built and has a dust-and-waterproof rating of IP56, so splashes of water and clods of dirt won't do harm.
Battery life: up to 10 hours
15) Sony SRS-XB33 Wireless Portable Speaker
Sony
amazon.com
The SRS-XB33 by Sony has an elegant design with a fabric cover, a shockproof build with an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance, great sound, and fantastic battery life, all at an amazing price. The speaker packs a duo of full-range audio drivers and two passive radiators. They combine to deliver a powerful and distortion-free sound with an enhanced low range, which is no surprise since the product’s XB moniker stands for Extra Bass.
Battery life: up to 24 hours
16) Anker Soundcore Flare 2 Bluetooth Speaker
Anker
amazon.com
The fabric-covered Soundcore Flare 2 speaker by Anker has a great design, intuitive controls, an IPX7 rating for water resistance, and stellar audio performance with speakerphone functionality. It is one of our favorite options for budget-conscious buyers. With a pair of high-quality audio drivers and a duo of passive bass radiators on board, the Flare 2 delivers a powerful 360-degree sound. The speaker's bass output, while abundant, is thankfully not overwhelming according to reviewers.
Battery life: up to 12 hours
17) JBL Xtreme 3 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
JBL
amazon.com
The JBL Xtreme 3 weighs well over four pounds, but the thunderous sound it offers makes the extra bulk worth dealing with. You can order it in black, blue, or with a camouflage pattern. The speaker is fully water- and dust-resistant with an IP67 rating, and delivers a performance that lives up to its Xtreme moniker. It packs two woofers, two tweeters, and a pair of passive bass radiators, which produce the legendary audio maker’s signature sound.
Battery life: up to 15 hours
18) Anker Soundcore Motion Boom Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
Soundcore
amazon.com
With a pair of audio drivers and a duo of passive radiators, the Motion Boom can deliver balanced stereo sound with impressive fidelity. We like that the speaker has a button for instantly enhancing its bass. The Soundcore app, on the other hand, allows users to adjust the audio to their exact preference. It has an IPX7 rating for water resistance, meaning it can survive complete submersion–and according to Anker, it can float, too.
Battery life: up to 24 hours
19) JBL Pulse 4 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
JBL
amazon.com
The JBL Pulse 4 is hands-down the most entertaining speaker on this list. In addition to being capable of blasting the brand’s signature sound, it can also deliver a 360-degree LED light show. It has an IPX7 rating for water resistance, which means it can be fully submerged under water. You can order it with a black or white finish.
Battery life: up to 12 hours
20) Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd Gen) Wireless Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
Bang & Olufsen
amazon.com
With enough volume to fill a room, the Beosound A1 punches way above its size. It has the largest bass woofer you'll find in this type of compact speaker, delivering amazing low end and great dynamics–and its round shape spreads sound in every direction. You don’t have to worry about any of life’s thrills or spills because this travel-friendly compact speaker has dust and waterproof IP67 construction.
Battery life: up to 18 hours
Take it into the shower. Dunk it in the pool. Go white water rafting. These'll hold up.