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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 Review

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 Review

Release Date:

03/07/2019

True Score

Cosmic Wonder

Based On

12

Experts

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90

Top-tier testers liked how well the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2 was built and were also pleased with its long battery life. They felt that the WONDERBOOM 2 had great portability and that its bass depth was impressive for its size.

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Expert Rankings

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12

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  • Rtings
    100
  • Android Police
    80
  • Techgear Labs
    90

Reasons to Buy

  • Lightweight and Portable
  • Long battery life
  • Great bass depth
  • Wide soundstage
  • Water and dust resistant

Reasons to Avoid

  • No WiFi connectivity
  • No speakerphone functionality
  • No voice assistant support
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Customer Ratings

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13635

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    NR

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    Ratings

Reasons to Buy

  • Lightweight and Portable
  • Long battery life
  • Great bass depth
  • Wide soundstage
  • Water and dust resistant

Reasons to Avoid

  • No WiFi connectivity
  • No speakerphone functionality
  • No voice assistant support

Product Comparison

True Score

90
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Market Context

First announced in mid-2019,…

First announced in mid-2019, the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2 is a compact, entry-level Bluetooth speaker with up to eight color choices. It also weighs less than a pound, making it one of the most popular speakers to get, especially for users who prioritize portability. Pairing it with other devices is pretty simple to do via Bluetooth, and like most standard to highly rated Bluetooth speakers, it can handle up to two simultaneously connected devices at any one time. The speaker’s 360-degree design allows it to create a wide soundstage, and since it is both dust and waterproof, it is ideal for use outdoors. If you’re looking for an outdoor speaker that’s a little more inconspicuous, check out our Theater Solutions B83GR review. According to the manufacturer, its battery lasts up to 13 hours, which is great for users who want to move around with their music. While the WONDERBOOM 2 could still technically work as a computer speaker, a more viable option would be the Logitech Z130. These are a pair of small-sized speakers that also offer decent bass and are meant for a desktop setting. Check them out in our Logitech Z130 review.

Buyers might appreciate that…

Buyers might appreciate that the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2 is a more compact alternative than the Ultimate Ears BOOM 3. However, the BOOM 3 has a graphical equalizer while the WONDERBOOM 2 does not.

The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM…

The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2 is also capable of a stereo output while the JBL Flip 5 is not, and its battery also lasts up to 12.9 hours, much longer than the 8.2-hour battery life of the Flip 5.

The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM…

The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2’s 360-degree design gives it a wider sound stage compared to the JBL Clip 4, and it is also capable of a stereo output while the Clip 4 is not. Lastly, the WONDERBOOM 2 lasts up to 12.9 hours, much longer than the 5.5-hour battery life of the Clip 4.

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The Snapshot

our Verdict

Pros of the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2:

Impressive build quality, comparable to the Braven BRV 1.

Wide soundstage.

Excellent portability.

Good battery performance, lasting about 13 hours.

Clear vocals.

Cons of the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2:

Lacks WiFi connectivity, unlike the Yamaha MusicCast 50.

No speakerphone functionality.

True Score

90

Reasons to Buy

  • Lightweight and Portable
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  • Long battery life
  • Great bass depth
  • Wide soundstage
  • Water and dust resistant

Reasons to Avoid

  • No WiFi connectivity
  • No speakerphone functionality
  • No voice assistant support

Specifications

What Is Not On the Box

What the brand doesn’t always tell you…

First announced in mid-2019, the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2 is a compact, entry-level Bluetooth speaker with up to eight color choices. It also weighs less than a pound, making it one of the most popular speakers to get, especially for users who prioritize portability. Pairing it with other devices is pretty simple to do via Bluetooth, and like most standard to highly rated Bluetooth speakers, it can handle up to two simultaneously connected devices at any one time. The speaker’s 360-degree design allows it to create a wide soundstage, and since it is both dust and waterproof, it is ideal for use outdoors. If you’re looking for an outdoor speaker that’s a little more inconspicuous, check out our Theater Solutions B83GR review. According to the manufacturer, its battery lasts up to 13 hours, which is great for users who want to move around with their music. While the WONDERBOOM 2 could still technically work as a computer speaker, a more viable option would be the Logitech Z130. These are a pair of small-sized speakers that also offer decent bass and are meant for a desktop setting. Check them out in our Logitech Z130 review.

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Score Card

E

Expert Score

85

*.75

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Customer Score

92

*.25

We place a 25% weighted value on Customer Scores

True Score

90

Any product with a True Score above 90 is a Cosmic Wonder

Expert Score Breakdown

  • Rtings
    F

    Trust Score

    100
    The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2 is good for outdoor use. This portable speaker has great… read more
  • Android Police
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    Trust Score

    80
    The original Wonderboom was already a well-constructed, attractive speaker, and this new model only further… read more
  • Techgear Labs
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    Trust Score

    90
    Impact-resistant and water-resistant to a meter, The UE Wonderboom 2 is well equipped for outdoor… read more
  • Tom’s Guide
    ?

    Trust Score

    NR
    The UE Wonderboom 2 is a small Bluetooth speaker that doesn’t sacrifice much sound quality…. read more

Customer Score Breakdown