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The short answer
Sony ULT FIELD 5 wins this comparison. Choose it if you want the speaker to charge another device. Sony ULT FIELD 5 can charge another device from its battery; the other speaker’s verified specification says it cannot. Charging a phone uses some of the speaker’s battery.
Ultimate Ears
360° sound for picnics and pool days, with a floating body and included carabiner. The app offers EQ controls, while Outdoor Boost adds a dedicated mode for listening outside.
Bettr Score
52/100
Sony
Two bass-boost settings let you dial up the low end for parties. A shoulder strap helps carry its 7.28 lb body; IP67 protection and up to 25 hours of playtime suit outdoor listening.
Bettr Score
61/100
| Ultimate Ears EVERBOOM | Specification | Sony ULT FIELD 5 |
|---|---|---|
$249.99 ✓ Winner | Reference price | $349.99 |
20 hours | Advertised battery life | 25 hours ✓ Winner |
2.12 lb ✓ Winner | Weight | 7.28 lb |
IP67 | Ingress protectionTie | IP67 |
4 | Durability tierTie | 4 |
5.2 | Bluetooth versionPersonal preference | 5.3 |
No | Can charge another device | Yes ✓ Winner |
No | USB audio inputTie | No |
No | Auracast or compatible broadcast pairingNot enough data | Not stated / not applicable |
Yes | Floats in waterNot enough data | Not stated / not applicable |
No | SpeakerphoneNot enough data | Not stated / not applicable |
The buying advice
Choose Ultimate Ears EVERBOOM if you want less weight in your bag. Ultimate Ears EVERBOOM weighs 2.12 lb versus 7.28 lb — 5.16 lb less to carry.
Choose Sony ULT FIELD 5 if a longer advertised playtime matters. Sony ULT FIELD 5 advertises up to 25 hours, versus up to 20 hours for Ultimate Ears EVERBOOM.
Ultimate Ears EVERBOOM weighs 2.12 lb versus 7.28 lb — 5.16 lb less to carry. Sony ULT FIELD 5 advertises up to 25 hours, versus up to 20 hours for Ultimate Ears EVERBOOM. The recorded reference-price difference is $100.00.
Ultimate Ears EVERBOOM weighs 2.12 lb versus 7.28 lb — 5.16 lb less to carry.
Sony ULT FIELD 5 advertises up to 25 hours, versus up to 20 hours for Ultimate Ears EVERBOOM.
Sony ULT FIELD 5 can charge another device from its battery; the other speaker’s verified specification says it cannot. Charging a phone uses some of the speaker’s battery.
Ultimate Ears EVERBOOM has the lower recorded reference price: $249.99 versus $349.99, a $100.00 difference.
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$225.00
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