"For ￡30 you cant beat it for value, sounds crisp and punchy super good for music or movies and battery lasts ages. JBL is always good for value so i knew this would work for me anyway... super happy. Plenty of bass for a tiny device for all you bassheads out there ;)

When it comes to audio performance, it's usually the case that larger speakers sound better simply because they have more room to pack in better drivers that can move more air. It's just physics.

Ultra-compact form factor; IPX7 water resistance; Speakerphone

Short battery life; Lacks bass; Mic isn't sensitive

JBL Go2 is a compact bluetooth speaker about the size of a large pack of mints. It tries to play to the user demand for speakers that are really portable but still offer good audio quality. Despite its size the JBL Go2 is slightly heavy.

Choosing a wireless speaker can be a daunting task, particularly if you don't have a big budget. The sheer volume of options available can make this a much harder task than it needs to be, but there tends to be one option that stands out for a lot of buyers.

I have this small bluetooth speaker pass week and this is perfect for outdoor activity like going to beach. Its waterproof and has a small footprint so you can carry it to anywhere I wish they made the battery life little longer but for the size this is great

Brought this so I could take my music out in the garden and bluetooth from my phone. I love this. Music sounds great, just as if it would from larger speakers. Such power in such a small speaker.

Back at CES we got to see JBL's portfolio of portable speakers ranging from upgrades to their Clip series to the next iteration of the "Go". Go is a slightly different take on their Clip coming in a slightly different form factor and different setup of buttons.

Probably the most impressive aspect of the Go 2's performance is its ability to pump out volume. No, it's not loud like a larger speaker with multiple drivers would be, but it'll blow away the built-in speakers on nearly any laptop or tablet. In other words, for what it is, it does its job well.

Solid audio performance for the size; Waterproof; Affordable

Light on accessories; Can distort on deep bass tracks at high volumes

JBL's contributions to the realm of tiny, inexpensive, portable wireless speakers have helped elevate the category from "why bother" status to "worthwhile improvement over your phone." We've enjoyed the various iterations of the the JBL Clip series, and now we're checking out the even more affordable, even smaller JBL Go 2 ($39.95). Those seeking booming bass need to adjust their expectations and spend more money on something larger, but for its size, the Go 2 pumps out some impressive volume with a full, rich sound. It's a definite improvement over any laptop, tablet, or phone speaker, and the price is certainly right. Design Measuring 2.8 by 1.3 by 3.4 inches (HWD) and weighing in at 6.5 ounces, the Go 2 is available in a wide spectrum of 12 colors. The hues are less ROYGBIV and more muted tones, like coral orange, champagne, and cyan, though there's still a standard black, blue, and red. The front face of the speaker is all grille, which is dominated by a JBL logo. An IPX7 rati...

The JBL Go 2 is an affordable waterproof speaker that offers solid volume levels and a full sound signature for its size.

Solid audio performance for the size; Waterproof; Affordable

Light on accessories; Can distort on deep bass tracks at high volumes

The JBL Soundgear doesn't look like anything that's come before it. It's what you'd get if you crossed a portable Bluetooth speaker with a wearable. In fact it kind of feels like someone at JBL HQ said, "I hear wearables are in now, lets bung some speakers into a wearable.

Decent sound quality; Well built; Relatively light

Uncomfortable; Weak battery life; Too much noise bleed; Not cheap