Anker Soundcore 2
Score: 82/100
Soundcore Anker 3
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Anker Soundcore 2 provides a budget-friendly package with 24 hours of playtime, IPX7 waterproofing, and BassUp-enhanced bass. Its lack of advanced codecs and mono output without a second unit may disappoint audiophiles. Perfect for cost-conscious users needing long-lasting, waterproof sound.
The Soundcore Anker 3 offers a lightweight design, 24-hour playback, and BassUp-enhanced bass in a waterproof IPX7 package. However, its modest 85 dB SPL and lack of app-based EQ limit its suitability for larger gatherings. Best suited for solo travelers and shower use.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24 hoursbest | 24 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 413 g | 372 gbest |
5,200 mAhbest | 5,200 mAhbest | |
12 Wbest | 12 Wbest | |
20 m | 88.5 mbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Range (m) | 20 m | 88.5 m |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 413 g | 372 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 54×165×45 mm mm | 175×56×61 mm mm |
Features(1) | ||
Party Mode | false | true |
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Professional reviewers consider the Soundcore 2 a standout value proposition, emphasizing its powerful BassUp-enhanced bass, 24-hour battery, and rugged IPX7 build, while noting the missing aptX codec and limited driver technology as drawbacks for high-end listeners.
Everyday users consistently praise the speaker's loud, bass-heavy sound, long battery life, and waterproof durability, but they also report occasional Bluetooth hiccups and wish for richer treble and true stereo without needing a second unit.
Professional reviewers commend the Soundcore 2 for its ultra-portable form factor, long 24-hour battery life, and robust IPX7 waterproofing, making it ideal for outdoor personal listening. However, they criticize its limited loudness, modest bass extension, and absence of app-based EQ, suggesting it is better suited for solo use rather than group gatherings.
Everyday users overwhelmingly value the speaker's endurance, waterproof durability, and surprisingly punchy bass given its size, often rating it near-perfect for travel and daily use. Recurring complaints focus on insufficient volume for parties, occasional Bluetooth dropouts, and a basic build compared with newer models.
