Anker Soundcore 2
Score: 82/100
Soundcore Select 4 Go
Score: 72/100Rankings
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 Select 4 Go is an ultra-portable, IP67-rated shower speaker with 20 hours of playtime and a 30 m Bluetooth range, featuring a 9-band EQ via the app. Its limited 5 W output means it won't fill large spaces, and it lacks a wall charger. Great for solo swimmers, hikers, and on-the-go listening.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24 hoursbest | 20 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 413 g | 264 gbest |
— | 115.1 mmbest | |
5,200 mAhbest | 2,400 mAh | |
12 Wbest | 5 W | |
20 m | 30 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 270 minutesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 24 hours | 20 hours |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 5200 mAh | 2400 mAh |
Audio(1) | ||
Output Power (W) | 12 W | 5 W |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
Bluetooth Range (m) | 20 m | 30 m |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 413 g | 264 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 54×165×45 mm mm | 48×82×120 mm mm |
IP Rating | IPX7 | IP67 |
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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.
“Ideal for solo swimming or showers”
“Stereo sound, deep bass via passive radiator, and durable waterproof design”
Professional reviewers consider the Soundcore Select 4 Go a best-budget portable speaker, praising its punchy, clear sound, strong bass for a 5 W driver, and the flexibility of a 9-band EQ app. The IP67 rating and floatable design earn high marks, as does the seamless Bluetooth 5.3 and TWS pairing. The main criticism from editors is the limited maximum volume, which makes it unsuitable for larger gatherings, and the omission of a wall charger.
Everyday users love the long 20-hour battery, the surprising bass and clarity for such a small device, and the rugged waterproof, floatable build that survives showers and pools. Common praise centers on portability, easy TWS pairing, and the customizable EQ. Recurring complaints focus on low maximum volume, occasional Bluetooth connectivity hiccups, and the missing wall charger.
