Anker

Soundcore Anker Boom 2

The Soundcore Anker Boom 2 lands as a solid mid-range bluetooth speaker, built around 24 hours.

69/100
Solid pick
Overall score · how we rate
24 hours80 WIPX75.3
£77.99best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it

  • Stereo pairing
  • Multi-speaker party mode
  • USB-C charging
  • Above-average max output
  • Spec-sheet rated, not bench-tested
Score profile

Where the Soundcore Anker Boom 2 wins and loses

Scored against the bluetooth speakers class
AudioBatteryDesign757688
Audio
75
Battery
76
Design
88
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Audio

Max output80 W
Stereo pairingYes
Multi-speaker party modeYes

Battery

Battery life24 hours
USB-C chargingYes
Charges other devicesYes

Design

IP ratingIPX7
Floats in waterYes

Connectivity

Bluetooth version5.3

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Head to head

Soundcore Anker Boom 2 vs JBL JBL Boombox 4

Highlighted cell = better in that row
AudioBatteryDesign
Soundcore Anker Boom 2JBL Boombox 4
 AnkerSoundcore Anker Boom 2This pageJBLJBL Boombox 4
Overall score69 /10070 /100Better
Battery hours24 hours34 hoursBetter
Max power80 W
IP ratingIPX7IP68
Bluetooth5.3
Who it's for

Is the Soundcore Anker Boom 2 right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable bluetooth speaker for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need reference-grade sound and features, in which case a higher-tier bluetooth speaker is the better call.

Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
okay
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Soundcore Anker Boom 2 worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 69/100 against other bluetooth speakers, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 56.

What stands out on the Soundcore Anker Boom 2?

Its stereo pairing stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the JBL Boombox 4?

The JBL Boombox 4 scores 70/100 versus this one at 69/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.