
Bose
SoundLink Max Portable Speaker
Stereo playback and phone charging for backyard listening.
91.6 /100 · Bettr Score100% verified coverage
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Bose
Stereo playback and phone charging for backyard listening.
91.6 /100 · Bettr Score100% verified coverage
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JBL
Long playtime, phone charging and a carry handle.
83.0 /100 · Bettr Score100% verified coverage
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Bose
A floating speaker with automatic sound adjustment and hands-free calls.
82.0 /100 · Bettr Score100% verified coverage
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JBL
A light everyday carry with IP68 protection and USB-C audio.
78.7 /100 · Bettr Score100% verified coverage
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Beats
Bluetooth, USB-C audio and phone charging in one speaker.
75.9 /100 · Bettr Score100% verified coverage
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Sony
Bass boost and a shoulder strap for days out.
68.8 /100 · Bettr Score85% verified coverage · Provisional
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Marshall
30+ hours of playtime, 360° sound and phone charging.
66.5 /100 · Bettr Score90% verified coverage · Provisional
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JBL
Outdoor gatherings, ambient lighting and phone charging.
66.1 /100 · Bettr Score100% verified coverage
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Marshall
A light carry with an attachment strap and hands-free calls.
65.0 /100 · Bettr Score75% verified coverage · Provisional
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Marshall
360° playback and long battery life for weekend trips.
64.1 /100 · Bettr Score75% verified coverage · Provisional
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Ultimate Ears
A small floating speaker with outdoor and podcast modes.
63.8 /100 · Bettr Score100% verified coverage
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Sony
Two bass-boost modes and a shoulder strap for outdoor parties.
61.0 /100 · Bettr Score90% verified coverage · Provisional
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JBL
Pocket-friendly size, edge lighting and simple stereo pairing.
60.6 /100 · Bettr Score100% verified coverage
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Marshall
50+ hours of playtime with bass and treble controls.
58.8 /100 · Bettr Score100% verified coverage
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Ultimate Ears
360° playback, a floating body and adjustable EQ.
52.0 /100 · Bettr Score100% verified coverage
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