Altec Lansing LifeJacket Mini
Score: 77/100
Soundcore Boom 3i
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Soundcore Boom 3i is a rugged outdoor speaker delivering 50 W output and powerful BassUp 2.0 bass, with an IP68 rating and floating design for water use. Its 830 g weight and lack of auxiliary input or power-bank functionality make it less portable and versatile. Ideal for active users who prioritize durability and bass over lightweight convenience.
The Altec Lansing LifeJacket Mini is a rugged, floatable Bluetooth speaker with up to 10-16 h of playback and built-in mic. Its main trade-offs are bass distortion at high volume and occasional water-seal issues. Best for outdoor adventurers who need durability and hands-free calls.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 16 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 453.6 gbest | 830 g |
— | 50 Wbest | |
38.1 mm | 94 mmbest | |
— | 1.5 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 10-16 hours | 16 hours |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 453.6 g | 830 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 210.8 x 86.4 x 193.0 mm mm | 78.5×85×210 mm mm |
IP Rating | IP67 | IP68 |
Audio(1) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 38.1 mm | 94 mm |
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Professional reviewers consistently commend the Mini LifeJacket for its rugged IP67 construction, floatability, long battery life, and solid sound from its 1.5-inch drivers, while also noting minor drawbacks such as bass muddiness at max volume, a slightly shorter real-world battery runtime, and occasional waterproof seal issues.
Everyday users celebrate the speaker's durability, ability to float, loud punchy sound, and convenient mounting options, but they frequently report water-damage after prolonged beach exposure, distortion at high volume, and battery life that falls short of the advertised claim.
“very powerful with deep bass, punchy audio across tracks”
“perfect for adventures”
“ruined from beach water after 1.5 years”
Editors and professional sources commend the Boom 3i for its rugged construction, IP68 waterproofing, and innovative floating capability, while emphasizing the strong bass output achieved through BassUp 2.0. The Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity and PartyCast/TWS features are also highlighted as reliable for group listening, though independent deep-dive reviews are limited.
User feedback in the available data is minimal, with no explicit pros or cons recorded. The official product description suggests users appreciate the bass performance and floatability, but there is no concrete evidence of recurring praise or complaints from everyday consumers.
