Ultimate Ears - WONDERBOOM 4

SR2 is amazing, sounds so musical and crisp. Second to none. Bose Flex 2nd, amazing bass and warm tone, but not very loud, I think they made effort to be distortion free, so it's bassy and clear but can't get really really loud. 3rd place is the Wonderboom 4, omg, this little F is punchy and loud, you can feel the bass and did I say loud? This is like waking up neighborhood loud! Only season it's behind SR2 and Bose is because both are more musical and realistic then the WB4, if you are into any kind of remix, dance, EDM, and mainly use it at party then WB4 is #1.... Mostly disappointing premium speaker is the Homepod Mini 2, gorgeous design and build, not very loud, sound pretty good, no as good as Sonos, not as loud as Sonos, not even close to WB4 in loudness. Had to return the Apple Homepod Mini 2 after 1 night. I am loving my new Sonos Roam 1, got it new for $80!!

UE Wonderboom 3 is Amazing!!!! I debated getting the JBL clip at the time, but when I heard how incredible the sound was coming from the UE Wonderboom.. it was game over.. I was sold!!! The Wonderboom 4 just came out like a week ago and it finally has USB-C charging... but soundwise it's the same as the 3. If you can live without USB-C, the UE Wonderboom 3 is on sale right now for like $65ish at Best Buy and on Amazon so that's pretty neat!! But yeah, trust me, tiny speaker, big sound!! Crystal clear vocals and soild bass performance from a portable speaker, it's incredible!!! 😀

I bought a Wonderboom 4 today and whilst I love how it sounds or has cut out repeatedly. WTF is up with this? My 10 year old UE hasn’t cut out once.

I personally really like the Wonderboom 4. I guess it depends on what you want. I find it good sound quality and volume for the price. Its loud, clear, easy to pair. I have a older version and just bought the 4 for work.

That's fair. I don't need a strong bass to play Elton John in the waiting area of my office so I chose this one. 🤣

I have the Wonderboom 3 and I love its form factor and rugged build, but I don’t use it often because it has pitiful bass. I understand the 4 is basically the same as the 3, just with a USB-C instead of micro USB charging port. I really wish they’d make one with decent bass, like the Minirig 3 which is of similar size, but changing nothing else.

Wonderboom 4. Loud and clean.

Lately, I’ve had the chance to check out more than 64 different Bluetooth speakers, so I thought I’d share my insights to help anyone looking for a great speaker for their laptop. Whether for work, music, or calls, here’s what to consider before buying: * **Sound Quality** \- Clear audio with balanced bass and treble. * **Portability** \- Look for a lightweight speaker (10-30 ounces) if you move around. * **Battery Life** \- At least 8-12 hours for all-day use. * **Connectivity** \- Bluetooth 5.0+ ensures a stable connection. * **Durability** \- Waterproof or dustproof if you need it for travel. # Top Bluetooth Speakers for Laptops **1. Bose SoundLink Flex** – Delivers crisp sound with deep bass in a compact size. It’s IP67-rated, meaning waterproof and dustproof, and has 12-hour battery life. Its PositionIQ tech adjusts sound based on orientation, making it versatile for any setup. **2.JBL Flip 6** – Offers a strong 30W output with powerful bass and an IP67 rating. 12-hour battery, PartyBoost pairing for stereo sound, and rugged design make it a great choice for both indoor and outdoor use. **3.Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4** – Delivers 360° sound, is IP67-rated waterproof and floats, and has a solid 14-hour battery life. Outdoor Boost mode enhances clarity in open spaces, making it great for travel. I recommend [checking out](https://requiremints.com/guide/best-bluetooth-speakers/) more options to find the best fit based on budget and features. Let me know if you have any questions or if you’ve used any of these.

The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4 has 360-degree sound, making it great for open spaces. It also has an Outdoor Boost mode to improve performance in noisy environments. It’s lighter and floats on water, which could be a big plus if you’re near a pool or beach.

TLDR: If possible, listen to several options in person before deciding. Then, buy the Bose Soundlink Flex 2. Supports AAC and has Snapdragon Qualcomm to play the aptX codec. It’s on sale most places for just over $100 right now. You won’t be disappointed, unless you prefer shitty speakers. You will not find anyone here agreeing on a single speaker as the best. There is asr and other ways to see all the measurements/performance; but the best way to find the speaker that is best for you is listening to them IN PERSON I was on the hunt the other day for a roughly $100 speaker. Most top comments I saw were all for Soundcore (Anker). I love anker, but the problem was I needed it that day and I could only find soundcore online. This also meant I would be buying deaf (as in I’ve never heard these speakers, people say they are good, I hope I agree) I basically had it narrowed down to jbl, Sony, bose, UE. Went to target first but their display to listen to the speakers only featured jbl, and also didn’t work. I went across the street to Best Buy which is where I should’ve gone to begin with. Bigger selection and every speaker for sale was on the floor to listen to. I initially was planning to buy the UE Wonderboom 4. I had this plan because of the favorable reviews I read here. I am so glad I could listen to it first. It was so bad. Its bass seemed totally neutered. I asked the staff if this floor model was blown or had been out for a long time and then ensured me it wasn’t blown & they check weekly to ensure all floor model demo speakers are a genuine representation of what you will get when you bring it home. I was so so so glad I didn’t walk out with that one. I would have if I didn’t do a listen test first. But then I had no idea what to get and there was no agreed upon consensus online. I listened through the jbl line, the new Sony stuff. Finally at the end got to Bose and found what I was searching for. I’ve never been into Bose. Sure like 15 years ago they came out with noise cancelling headphones and that was cool; but was also the last time I cared about Bose. There’s a handful of mentions on here regarding the Bose Soundlink Flex, but most people said go for jbl over the flex because jbl has an app with eq. The current Bose Soundlink Flex for sale is the gen 2 version. Gen 2 has an app with eq. Beyond that, it sounds fucking amazing. I was blown away at Best Buy. I thought this was fake somehow like there is no way this thing is producing that bass and that level. The speaker is phenomenal. At first it was almost too bass heavy; but after an hour or two of playtime it broke in and the mids came alive, without loosing any bass. Idk anything about the gen 1 version. But gen 2 has snapdragon Qualcomm tech, can play in AAC and aptX codecs (much higher quality Bluetooth, android only typically though, it’s a source thing) I unfortunately have an iPhone so can’t use the snapdragon (until I buy a Qudelix, or something similar) but, it still sounds fucking incredible. Also, you can get a 2nd one and play them in stereo. I am not exaggerating: if I got another, I could put them on either side of my tv and that would be my home theater. Edit: spelling & grandma

Roam sounds like a can that really lack any lows and good sound overall, especially outdoors. Very small spaces only and not worth the cost. Single speaker(s): [Fender x Teufel Rockster](https://a.co/d/9Y38HYm) (90 usd. Medium small sized with dam near studio speaker sound quality output). [Sony SRS-XB23](https://a.co/d/aOdExEH) (70 USD: about roam sized with much better sound and can take beating and keep ticking. Can also stereo pair with a 2nd) Smaller: [UE wonderboom 4 portable](https://a.co/d/3Pn2Mw0) (80 USD. Impressive bass and sound profile for size—step up and not necessary but can get 2 to set up stereo pair). Ankers, tribits mentioned on here are solid. Haven’t heard Bose new mini portable, but if you like Bose sound profile, prob a solid option. If you got tribits, I’d get 2. Solid speakers but lack a little as standalone speakers, particularly outdoors.

I have $20k sound system so Bluetooth speakers are toys. I prefer headphones on the go. But if I want to watch a movie or music outside on the dinner table, I'll go for something nimble like the WonderBoom 4 or Emberton 2. In one room inside the house, I have an Acton 3 that destroys anything in it's realm. In my wife's office I have a Bose Flex for her YouTube vids. When on it's back, the EQ really opens it up! Otherwise it's returnable in my eyes. I also have a Soundcore x600 when I want heavier sound outside. I have neighbors so it live in the 50% volume of below. M Since it has great bass in this volume range, is very satisfying. If you can tell from my selections, I need an "clear open" sound that doesn't have louder bass driving out the higher and mids... Which is the trickery many these Bluetooth toys try to fool you in. With my selections above (I've tried many!), I can tolerate the BT sound. But since I have a plenthora of Ferrari audiophile speakers, it's difficult to go back to a junker. I have to truck my mind into submission. LOL.

Who's ever going to put a honker like the uBoom X in their bathroom? 😂. Of course it's going to sound big with the bass waves bouncing around a narrow bathroom. LOL! For comparison, I use a Wonderboom 4 in my shampoo niche. It does the job just fine. 😄

Wonderboom is a classic. Get battery and great surround sound for it's size. For a picnic table outside it does a satisfying job. It's the #1 rated BT speaker by the NY Times. Of course there's bigger and better, but one has to remember that BT portable speakers are supposed to be portable and scratch that itch adequately. A heavy JBL BB3 really really stretched the red line of what's portable. Full stop, BT speakers will NEVER replace a good home sound system. Plus the batteries will brick the device in a few years when it loses its charge....So really, spending large amounts is futile for something that should be considered a disposable razor. And if you're really willing to spend more than $150, you better really use it more than twice a week otherwise you're losing money on that ticking time bomb of a battery which is permanently draining its strength month by month...unless it's a portabke plug in, which is the ultimate recommendation.

If you want smaller, try the UE Wonderboom 4. I have one of these. It sounds great, but obviously not like the Nashville....The bigger you go, the fuller the sound.

Wonderboom 4 is rated the best by the NY Times Wirecutter. It definitely is the best speaker in the mini size. Clear. Full. 360 degree sound. Long battery. Light. And can be paired with others for stereo. 👍

I second the Soundcore Motion+. You can grab it for $75 on Amazon. Has a great app EQ and an Aux port for lip sync matching when watching movies, though it's Bluetooth is nearly perfect with lip sync. It also has a great battery life and a mic for cell phone calls. It you're looking for a smaller form factor, the Soundcore 300 is great (similar sounding to the highly rated Bose Flex) and has a bit more bass than the Motion+. For smallest form factor while sounding great it's the Wonderboom 4...But don't expect it to "bass out" like the units above.

Do you have any type of size requirements? I like the motion X300 for the size. I have compared it to the wonderboom 4 and the soundcore is louder, clearer and has a better soundstage. The advantage of the wonderboom 4 was it was easier to attach to the outside of a bag and didn't bounce around as much If you can go a little bit bigger the Boom 2 SE is $100 at Walmart. I have the regular boom 2 and it's a better speaker than the motion x300 for overall loudness and bass response. I will still argue that the x300 can sound clearer if the music isn't bass oriented.

I’d personally lean towards the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 for its rugged design and water resistance

Looks like a Wonderboom dupe. I have a Wonderboom and they’re amazing. I’ve had mine since probably 2018 ish and it still works well. It’s loud and waterproof. https://a.co/d/ggYVzWN

I agree that the Wonderboom is a great small speaker. I use one mostly indoors, and it is great for the kitchen, home office ect. Its softball size is great so it does not take up much room at all. I never have connection issues with WB2. It does seem the Bose Flex 2 is still the best sounding personal speaker. The Soundcore Motion 300 or Soundcore Glow are both really nice values. I saw that the JBL flip 6 is still on sale at Best Buy usa and a few more places.

I have the liked Wonderboom that I have had for a couple of year. Good sound quality. I believe wonderboom 4 now uses USB C and has better bass. Soundcore with the Glow or the Motion 300 have good reviews.

I have the liked Wonderboom that I have had for a couple of year. Good sound quality. I believe wonderboom 4 now uses USB C and has better bass. Soundcore with the Glow or the Motion 300 have good reviews.

Wonderboom 4 on sale is really good. I have it. Soundcore Glow or Glow mini sound very good too. Soundcore refurbished by Amazon renewed is great quality if on budget.

I like the Wonderboom as a good sounding speaker the size of a softball. Tribit micro or Soundcore Glow Mini are good too.

I just like the size. It makes it easy to pack and move around. It was better than smallest Sony when I got mine, but there are more choices now.

I have liked the Wonderboom 2 that I have used. It sounds like version 4 has a bit more bass, and it sounds better if you play it at 75 percent of max volume. I did hear in person Sony Ult 1 and Soundcore Glow; both sound very good. The reviews of the Soundcore Motion 300 seem really good; I just have not heard that in person, but I know [Cnet.com](http://Cnet.com) put in their top 5 of best small personal bluetooth speakers.

I just played the demo at Walmart USA. I have a Wonderboom 2 that I have enjoyed. The Glow seemed to sound fairly similar So, I think that in the 60-80 price range it is hard to beat. I saw a week ago the Wonderboom 4 was $79.00, but I think the price went back up at Best Buy usa. I am sure it will drop back down again. By the way, I by accident ordered some Soundcore headphone from Amazon renewed. They were in fantastic condition. I actually thought that I had bought new headphones, but I just kept them since I could not tell the difference until I reviewed a couple of amazon order a month later.

I have liked the Wonderboom that I bought during Covid. I like its softball size. It is super easy carry or put on a small desk while working The Bose Flex is a great sounding small speaker. I did get a chance to hear recently both the JBL Flip 6 and Sony Ult 1 they both sounded really good . The Soundcore Motion 300 and Glow both sound quite good. The Glow has a 360 sound design similar to the the ue Wonderboom or boom 4. (edited to fix grammar).

I would agree that Bose Soundlink Flex 2 has the best sound quality in a small personal size. The Wonderboom is a great device. I still use WB2. It has great sound for the size and 360 sound claim is legitimate. Wonderboom 4 improved the bass over the 2. It is super easy to carry around with its softball size. Soundcore has so many speakers it is confusing. I would pick Motion 300 as best personal sized speaker. It borrowed many of the Bose Flex features such as sensing if it is laying flat or on its edge and adjusting speaker output. The Glow Mini or regular mini are good too.

I like the Wonderboom 4 because its softball design that I like for portability. The JBL Flip 6 and UE Boom 4 or about the size of a travel mug. So, they most likely fit into a cup holder. The Soundcore Glow or Glow mini are not huge either.

I like the Wonderboom 4 by UE. I have version 2 good sound and a small footprint. Soundcore glow mini should be good. I heard the regular Glow : good sound. JBL go is solid too.

I really have liked the UE Wonderboom 2 that I bought during Covid. The new Wonderboom 4 is $80 currently. I did really like the sound quality of the Soundcore Glow. So, I would think the Soundcore Glow Mini or mini would be good.

The UE Wonderboom 4 sounds great with all kinds all kinds of music including classical. The Bose Flex is another really balanced speaker. I have heard the Soundcore 300 sounds good with non bassy music. I just have not tried that at home. David the Cnet editor said soundcore 300 sounds non bass boosted. I bought some headphones based on his recommendations. His sound recommendations were accurate for me. Just have not heard the 300.

Most of the main speakers go by this super hero and side kick design. So, you connect the first speaker to your device. You then hit the pairing button on 1st speaker to connect the 2nd. I don't have that many speakers, but this works with speakers like Wonderboom 4 by UE, Flip 6 by JBL, Soundcore Glow.

I do love the Wonderboom myself. You hear so much random stuff, but some people here thought thought the Wonderboom 4 sounded better than the Boom 4, but I have no idea if that is true. I did buy the Wonderboom 2 during covid, and I love the clear sound and the portability. It seems true that Wonderboom 4 has better bass and sounds better at 80 percent max volume. Walmart does have some pretty good demo speakers currently. They have a good number Soundcore speakers that do sound good. The Soundcore Motion 300 sounds good. It is modeled on the Bose Flex that is supposed the best sounding personal speaker. So, the 300 usually costs $80.00. The Audio editor from cnet has given me some good headphone suggestions. He thought the Bose was the best personal speaker, but the Soundcore 300 really is competitve with the JBL Flip 6, Boom 4 and other. You could buy two of those for true stereo if the budget allows or add another later. The Tribit Flow is another Bose imitation, but it seems to sound really good too. The new Sony Ult 1 is really good sounding speaker. Walmart sells it for $99.00 it sounded really good too. Several of these speakers that look like old school jam boxes supposedly sound great. So, the Soundcore Boom 2 or the Tribit Stormbox Blast. I did hear the Soundcore Boom 2, and it does sound great. This cnet list of the best bluetooth speakers helped me. You can get the detailed review by clicking on the individual item. [https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/best-bluetooth-speaker/](https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/best-bluetooth-speaker/)

Ue wonderboom 4 is pretty great so far I've had it for a few weeks.

Oh, easy. **Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4** . That thing runs for **24 hours** straight. You can literally take it camping and not worry.

Nah, it sounds awesome too. Super clear, decent bass.

u/Niikiitaay Curious if you managed to find one? My Bose Micro had this capability, recently got the Wonderboom 4 and Flex 2 and while I like the sound of both, having to physically turn on the speaker feels cumbersome.

JBL clip Those options listed are way more speaker than you need If it will also be a house and backyard speaker etc…then get the wonderboom…but I’d also look at a JBL flip

Save your money and buy a [Wonderboom speaker](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRXJVG1S/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_S7NEH33RPXAWVM6F24DG?linkCode=ml1&tag=slicehardwa05-20). They’re the best waterproof speaker I’ve heard. You can get the older model, [Wonderboom 3](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KX27KGN/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_AKGN5DRTMGP6XRDTVRP9?linkCode=ml1&tag=slicehardwa05-20), for $79. They’ve got a nice loop on it that you can use to hang it on site, keep it off the ground and in better range to hear.

Agreed. In my opinion, the only speaker that’s worth it from UR I guess is the Wonderboom series. Sometimes you can find it for $70-$80, but other than that, nope

I have like 6 wonderbooms and a Hyperboom as well nice lol

I can only pair 2 of them at a time since wonderbooms aren’t compatible with the UE iOS app.

This, we have a wonder boom portable waterproof speakers connected to our phones. Works great

I use the wonderboom daily and in my opinion it doesn’t sound that great. But it is extremely durable, ip68 and gets pretty loud with decent battery life

I use it on a construction site clipped on to my tool belt so it’s pretty much perfect if not a little awkwardly shaped which is my only gripe. If I need something that I can leave stationary to cover a larger area I bought a Stormbox blast, and that lasts me an 8hr work day easily and is just loud enough for most jobs.

I like my Bose Flex. Great sound for the size, better than my Wonderboom. My Big JamBox from many years ago is still the king for me—although its battery has faded a lot, it still packs a punch.

I had the wonderboom also that one sounds great (even bass) and the battery lasts alllll day at half volume. Which is still plenty loud unless you want people coming out the door wondering wtf that racket outside is. It’s just kinda big

pretty happy with my Wonderboom

I dont think they are overhyped because not many people here or online are suggesting they are “best in class” other than maybe some random YouTubers. they are popular with consumers because they have good IP protection and rated for drop protection at least their smaller ones. also most of them have 360 sound design so consumers dont need to be conscious about how they place it they can just focus on listening to the music. easy to use. imo the only good ones are Wonderboom and Hyperboom. Wonderboom has impressive battery life and big sound for its size (has same size drivers and sound as Boom) I have two of them so am a bit biased. latency is on the low side as well. other than that downsides are it reduces bass quite quickly above 50% volume and except for the new WB4 they all charge with micro usb. Hyperboom is decently specced and performs well at higher volume with minimal compression and distortion. large dispersion as well but not 360. downsides are there are bassier speakers with similar drivers and it only charges via AC cord.

just curious can you pair all 6 wonderbooms in party (mono) mode? or just TWS? I have two so can pair in TWS wondering if I can pair more.

thanks yeah thats what I thought. I kinda like things simplified so happy Wonderboom has no app. but its not great having to stereo pair them all the time by holding the button on each speaker. wish they would stay paired in TWS. 😭