Anker's Soundcore Mini 3 is a waterproof Bluetooth speaker that offers a lot of value for just $39.99. For example, you can customize its EQ via the Soundcore app, something most of the other options in the sub-$50 outdoor speaker category can't claim. Whether you actually need EQ for a speaker this size is debatable, but even without it, the Soundcore mini 3 delivers solid audio performance for its size and price, along with good speakerphone quality. That said, the $59.99 Sony SRS-XB12 remains our Editors' Choice winner for slightly stronger performance overall.A Compact and Waterproof Design Measuring 3.3 by 2.8 inches (HD) and weighing in at 8 ounces, the cylindrical Soundcore Mini 3 has an eggshell-like exterior and is available only in black. The top-firing 6-watt driver is complemented by a down-firing passive radiator, which adds a sense of bass depth to the sound signature. The speaker's base is rubberized to prevent it from dancing across flat surfaces and it seems to h...
Anker's waterproof Soundcore Mini 3 speaker delivers crisp audio you can tune with EQ for less than $50.
Quality audio performance for the size; Adjustable EQ; Waterproof build; Clear mics
Not for those seeking booming bass