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Anker soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker vs JBL Go 3

Two of the most-reviewed audio on Amazon.com, compared on our score, owner ratings and the specs that actually differ. Prices are not printed because they change daily; the buttons open the live listings.

Our verdict: the JBL Go 3

  • JBL Go 3 scores higher in our testing (9.6 vs 9.0 out of 10).
  • JBL Go 3 has the better Amazon owner rating (4.8 vs 4.5 stars).
  • Anker soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker has far more owner reviews (156,407 vs 53,485), so its rating is the more reliable one.

Scores are ours (out of 10); ratings and review counts are pulled from Amazon.com at import time.

Specs side by side

SpecAnker soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth SpeakerJBL Go 3
Our score9.0 / 109.6 / 10
Amazon rating4.5 (156,407)4.8 (53,485)
BrandAnkerJBL
Battery Average Life24 hours5 hours
Bluetooth Range66 feet10 meters
Compatible DevicesLaptop, MP3 Player, Smartphone, TabletSmartphone, Tablet
Maximum Range66 feet10 meters
Speaker Size16.5 centimeters3 inches
Audio Output ModeStereoStereo
Control MethodTouchTouch
Is WaterprooftrueTrue
Mounting TypeTabletop MountTabletop Mount
Speaker TypeOutdoorOutdoor
Water Resistance LevelWaterproofWaterproof

Highlighted rows are where the two differ.

Choose the Anker soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker if…

  • battery average life of "24 hours" fits your setup
  • bluetooth range of "66 feet" fits your setup
  • compatible devices of "Laptop, MP3 Player, Smartphone, Tablet" fits your setup

Choose the JBL Go 3 if…

  • you want the higher overall score in our testing
  • owner satisfaction matters most (4.8 stars)
  • battery average life of "5 hours" fits your setup
  • bluetooth range of "10 meters" fits your setup
  • compatible devices of "Smartphone, Tablet" fits your setup

Anker soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker

What we like
  • Outdoor-Proof Speaker: Portable design with IPX7 waterproof protection to safeguard against splashes, waves, and water vapor. Get incredible sounds at home, on camping trips, or for outdoor adventures.
  • 24H Non-Stop Music: With Anker's world-renowned power management technology and a 5,200mAh Li-ion battery, the soundcore 2 speaker delivers a full day of great sound.
  • Powerful Sound: The speaker features 12W power with enhanced bass from dual neodymium drivers. An advanced digital signal processor ensures pounding bass and zero distortion at any volume.
  • Intense Bass: Our exclusive BassUp technology and a patented spiral bass port boost low-end frequencies to make the beats hit even harder. The soundcore 2 speaker delivers vibrant audio for home theater nights, beach parties, and sitting around a campfire.

JBL Go 3

What we like
  • RICH JBL ORIGINAL PRO SOUND: The legendary JBL signature sound delivers surprisingly big audio and punchy bass from Go 3's small size.
  • ULTRA-PORTABLE DESIGN: JBL Go 3's ultra-portable design goes great with the latest styles, and its colorful fabrics and expressive details make it look as great as it sounds.
  • 5 HOURS OF PLAYTIME: Don't sweat the small stuff like charging your battery. Go 3 gives you up to 5 hours of battery life on a single charge.
  • WIRELESS BLUETOOTH STREAMING: Wirelessly stream music from your phone, tablet, or any other Bluetooth-enabled device.

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