Soundcore
Soundcore Boom 2
$130
Portable Bluetooth Speaker · RANK 04
Soundcore
Soundcore Select 4 Go
At $25, a 9-band app EQ and measured 86.8 dB output beat typical keyring speakers. IP67 sealing and flotation add durability rare under $30.
$25 typical
EDITION 01RESEARCHED 2026-07-243 SOURCESREFRESH DUE 2027-01
SUBSTANCE SCORES
substance0.0/ 10
design7.0/ 10
value2.3/ 10
WHY THE PRICE IS JUSTIFIED
It earns inclusion on measurable value: reported 86.8 dB maximum output, IP67 flotation and a 9-band EQ at roughly $25. Do not expect sub-bass; do expect an unusually complete feature set for the money.
MATERIALS
HousingRubberized plastic composite
Keeps weight down while providing IP67 dust/water sealing and flotation.
CRITERIA
7/10
Sound balance (0.28)
Clear within the physical limits of an ultra-mini; EQ helps avoid a one-note presentation.
6/10
Output headroom (0.18)
Reported 86.8 dB max output is notable at this size.
6/10
Battery reality (0.16)
Compact battery and driver limit sustained loud playback.
9/10
Rugged sealing (0.14)
IP67 water/dust protection and flotation.
9/10
Tuning controls (0.10)
9-band app EQ is rare at this price.
10/10
Portable ergonomics (0.10)
Palm-size body and integrated loop.
IDEAL FOR
- ·Strict budgets
- ·Travel
- ·Shower or pool
- ·Personal listening
NOT FOR
- ·Bass-heavy music
- ·Filling a patio
- ·Critical stereo listening
DESIGN & ERGONOMICS
Palm-sized with a useful integrated strap, tactile controls and a practical flat-ish placement footprint. The app is necessary for full EQ control.
LONGEVITY
The sealed IP67 exterior is reassuring for daily carry; battery and internal parts are not known to be user-replaceable.
PRODUCT PHOTOS
EVIDENCE (3)
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