Altec Lansing HydraMotion
Score: 81/100
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4 Blue
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Altec Lansing HydraMotion offers 360° sound, IP67 durability and up to 16 h of playback with fast USB-C charging. Its drawbacks include a tendency to roll on flat surfaces and less-defined treble. Ideal for outdoor adventurers who value ruggedness and quick charging.
The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4 provides 360° sound, IP67 waterproofing and up to 14 hours of battery life in a lightweight, floatable design. Limited bass response, micro-USB charging and lack of a companion app may disappoint audiophiles. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and casual listeners needing durable, portable audio.
| Attribute | Altec Lansing HydraMotion | |
|---|---|---|
— | 14 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 558 g | 420 gbest |
12 Wbest | — | |
— | 40 mmbest | |
30.5 m | 40 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 168 minutesbest |
— | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | Altec Lansing HydraMotion | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 12-16 hours | 14 hours |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 558 g | 420 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 111.8 x 208.3 x 111.8 mm mm | 101.6x203.2x101.6 mm mm |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Range (m) | 30.5 m | 40 m |
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Professional reviewers, such as Best Buy, emphasize the HydraMotion's rugged construction, extensive Bluetooth range and rapid USB-C charging, noting that its 360-degree sound design provides balanced audio for outdoor gatherings.
Everyday users consistently commend the speaker's durability in harsh conditions, lightweight portability with a handy carabiner, bold bass-filled sound and long battery life. Recurring concerns focus on the speaker's tendency to roll when placed horizontally and a lack of detailed feedback on high-frequency clarity.
“the speaker's vertical orientation, which easily fits into small spaces in a kitchen, contrasting it favorably with horizontal speakers that take up more room”
“when used horizontally, the short feet may cause the speaker to roll occasionally”
Professional reviewers commend the WONDERBOOM 4 for its lightweight, durable design, clean sound with little compression, and useful Outdoor Boost and Podcast modes, but they criticize its limited bass, recessed treble, lack of true stereo without pairing, and modest maximum SPL for larger indoor spaces.
Everyday users love the rugged, floating build and the surprisingly loud 360° sound, praising the long battery life and easy pairing, while repeatedly noting weak bass, outdated micro-USB charging, and the need to buy a second unit for true stereo as common pain points.
