Top 5 waterproof portable bluetooth speakers under $50
Whether it’s for the shower or pool, these five speakers will produce a significant boost over your smartphone speakers for under $50.
1. JBL Clip 3 – $49.95
The most expensive on the list, but for a very good reason. The JBL nails everything it sets out to. Proving a fantastic sound, portable design and great connectivity. If you can pick only one, this is it.
- Portable, integrated carabiner
- 10-hour battery life
- IPX7
- Three physical buttons for play/pause and volume
- Stylish design
- Available in many different colours and styles
2. Sony SRS-XB12 – $31.08
The Sony packs a surprisingly heavy punch for such a small design. King of battery life. Got a mate with the same one? Pair them up for stereo sound.
- Bass heavy
- Portable
- Pairable
- Detachable carry strap
- Dust-proof
- IP67
- Stylish design
- Available in black, red, grey, blue or green
3. AOMAIS Sport II – $32.99
We now steer towards the lesser-known brands, so take their claims with a pinch of salt. The AOMAIS is a slightly larger design, providing a rugged exterior and powerful sound.
- 20W
- Bass heavy
- 15-hour battery life
- IPX7
- Pairable
- Durable, rubber exterior
- Dust-proof, mud-proof, snow-proof, drop-proof
- 100ft range
- Build-in mic
- Available in orange, green, blue, deep orange or purple
4. iFox iF012 – $29.99
The iFox is the go to for a shower speaker, with a suction cup suitable for titled or glass walls.
- Suction cup
- Five physical buttons
- 33ft range
- 10-hour battery life
- 5W
- IP67
- Build-in mic
5. Altec Lansing IMW257 – $14.57
The Altec Lansing is the cheapest on the list. At $14, this speaker provides excellent value for money.
- Floating
- IP67
- 6-hour battery life
- 30ft range
- Clip
- Build-in mic
- Dust-proof, shock-proof
- Available in aqua, black, blue, mint or red