The 7 Best Waterproof Bluetooth Speakers - Fall 2024

The JBL Boombox 3 is the best waterproof Bluetooth speaker we've tested. If you're looking to rock out to your favorite tunes at your next pool party or a day at the beach, this speaker's for you. With a boombox-style design, it boasts great sound quality, so you can enjoy a clean and clear reproduction of all your favorite tracks. This speaker gets loud enough to fill larger and more open spaces like a backyard or a community pool with sound. Best of all, it's rated IP67 for dust and water resistance and even floats in water. You can enjoy your next big party without fear of splashes and spills.

This premium device has extra features to make the most of your listening experience. It's compatible with the JBL Portable app, which you can load onto your phone or tablet to control the speaker's output. A graphic EQ is on hand to switch up its sound to your liking, and you can even pair it up with other compatible JBL speakers to boost sound throughout the pool deck. This speaker also lasts almost 30 hours off a single charge, so you can rock on late into the night without worrying about a recharge. With a sturdy build and a stand-out sound, this Bluetooth speaker is worth checking out.

The Ultimate Ears EPICBOOM is another premium waterproof speaker that's available at a more affordable price. Rated IP67 for dust and water resistance, this speaker is more than suitable for listening to your favorite tunes at your next pool party. It gets loud, with a 360-degree design to ensure consistent sound from around the speaker. You can customize its sound thanks to its graphic EQ and preset modes. It can even handle accidental tumbles and a dip in the pool—after all, this speaker floats in water.

Like other premium speakers on the market, this device has a room correction feature that automatically optimizes its sound based on your room's unique acoustics. It's called Adaptive EQ, and with it on, you get a bass-heavy sound that adds extra warmth to your mixes. The treble also has some added brightness to emphasize high-pitched instruments like hi-hats. Since it's a battery-powered speaker, you don't have to worry about plugging it into an outlet when you listen by the pool. That said, its 15-hour battery life isn't quite as impressive as what you get with the more premium JBL Boombox 3. If your budget can't quite stretch to the JBL and you're willing to sacrifice a little volume and bass for improved battery life, the Ultimate Ears EVERBOOM lasts over 21 hours continuously. 

Want to spend less on your waterproof speaker? Check out the Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 4. With a sturdy build and a portable design, this speaker is a great choice for bringing your music on the go, whether stopping by the pool or soaping up in the shower. Its built-in carrying hook makes it easy to clip the device onto your bag or backpack, or you can carry it in your hand since it's so lightweight. It lasts about 20 hours off a single charge, which should get you through a long hike or park hang. Like the Ultimate Ears EPICBOOM, it's rated IP67 for dust and water resistance and can float in water.

Given the price difference, it's no surprise that this speaker has fewer features than its more premium cousin. Notably, there's no Adaptive EQ, so it sounds a little different depending on the acoustics of the room you're in. Fortunately, you can compensate for this with its graphic EQ and presets, which let you customize its sound manually. It lacks low bass compared to the larger EPICBOOM, too. You can check out the Anker Soundcore Motion Boom Plus if you want a similarly priced waterproof speaker with a bit more low bass. However, the Anker isn't quite as small as the Ultimate Ears, which may or may not be a drawback, depending on how you plan to use it. Its bass is no match for the more premium EPICBOOM, either.

The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4 is a great choice for those on a budget. It's a small, lightweight speaker available in several colors, and it can float in water. Take it to your next pool party to enjoy consistent sound from all angles, thanks to its 360-degree design. Like other top picks on our list, it's also rated IP67 for dust and water resistance and can float in water. Plus, it can hold up against some small drops and falls, which is great for on-the-go use.

With a clean and clear sound out of the box, this speaker is great for listening to many different types of audio content. You can rock out to your favorite songs at the pool or the lake, and the Outdoor EQ mode ensures a crisp sound even in those larger and more open outdoor spaces. That said, it doesn't have a companion app like the Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 4, and you don't have access to many customization tools to switch up its sound. However, its 13-hour battery life isn't quite as long as its more expensive cousin. Still, if you prefer a simpler speaker, you may find it of better value.

The Anker Soundcore Select 2S is the best cheap waterproof Bluetooth speaker we've tested. For an affordable price, this small and lightweight device offers a solid sound in a waterproof shell. It's rated IPX7 for water resistance, so you can submerse it in water without issue. Since it lasts for over 14 hours off a single charge, it's a great choice for listening to music while on the go, either in the park or on the beach.

This speaker offers a balanced sound out of the box, making it suitable for listening to most music genres. It lacks a bit of bass and treble, but you can always make up for this using its graphic EQ and presets in its companion app. There's even a BassUp feature designed to increase the bass in the mix, which is a nice touch. But it's a small speaker, so don't expect any thump or rumble. Still, this is a forward-facing speaker, so it lacks the wide directivity of the 360-degree Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4. That said, it's worth a look if you're on a tight budget.

Smart speakers are handy devices that offer built-in support for voice assistants, so you get hands-free control right from the comfort of your couch. The Sonos Roam 2 is the best waterproof smart speaker we've tested, and whether you need to add ingredients to your shopping list, check the weather, or solve a math problem on the go, Alexa and the Sonos voice assistant are ready to help. More privacy-conscious users can even mute the microphone when the voice assistants aren't in use, which is a nice touch. Unlike its predecessor, the Sonos Roam/Roam SL, the Roam 2 doesn't support the Google Assistant, so die-hard Google users might want to pick up the original Roam instead — just don't buy the SL variant, as it doesn't come with a mic!

The Roam 2 is highly portable, with a small, lightweight design that's great for taking the party wherever you go. It's rated IP67 for dust and water resistance; the manufacturer also says it's drop-resistant. Plus, it comes with Sonos' room correction feature, called Trueplay, to optimize its output based on your room's unique acoustics for the best possible sound. You can even pair it up with other devices in your Sonos ecosystem. Its five-hour battery life pales compared to top picks like the Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 4. Still, if you want a waterproof smart speaker, it's a great option.

The JBL PartyBox 310 is the best waterproof party speaker we've tested. It has an IPX4 rating for water resistance that certifies it to withstand small splashes of water, so you can use it at your next pool party without worrying about getting it a bit wet. Thanks to the graphic EQ in its companion app, it has a boomy sound profile with lots of rumbly bass, and you can customize it to your liking. It also comes with customizable RGB lights to set the mood and mic and guitar inputs, which are great for karaoke lovers.

However, this speaker is pretty bulky and large. It has a built-in handle and wheels to help you move it around, but if you're looking for a more portable option for your next party, you might want to check out the Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM instead. This speaker gets plenty loud, and its IPX4 rating ensures it can withstand some small splashes of water. However, it doesn't have any RGB lights, and you can't connect any instruments to it, though you may not need these features in the first place.