Anker Soundcore Mini vs Soundcore Boom Go 3i

Short answer: the Soundcore Boom Go 3i for durability, the Anker Soundcore Mini for feature inputs. The Boom Go 3i is IP68 rated for full submersion and dustproofing, but the notes say it sounds a bit piercing and metallic. The Mini has an FM tuner, aux input and MicroSD and costs $30 less, with bass that is not quite as deep as higher ranked speakers.

What the Anker Soundcore Mini gets right: Has an FM tuner, aux input and MicroSD. The tradeoff: Not quite as deep of bass as higher ranked speakers.

On the Soundcore Boom Go 3i side: IP68 rated (full submersion + dustproof). The tradeoff: Sounds a bit piercing and metallic.

Buy the Soundcore Boom Go 3i. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $30 you would save on the Anker Soundcore Mini does not close the gap.

Battery life favors the Soundcore Boom Go 3i: rated for 24 hours against 15 hours for the Anker Soundcore Mini.

Water resistance is not close: the Soundcore Boom Go 3i is rated at IP68 (extended submersion), well ahead of the Anker Soundcore Mini at no water resistance.

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Specifications Side By Side

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The Two Speakers In Full

Anker Soundcore Mini: $29.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: Anker Soundcore Mini uses 1x 2” (50mm) full-range driver + 1x passive radiator. Its 200 g, claimed 15 hours (Manufacturer specified) battery life, aux input and mono playback make it a practical option for its intended room or portable use.

Cons: There is no companion app. No EQ adjustment.

Full Anker Soundcore Mini review and specifications →

Amplifier Power	5W
App	No
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Life	15 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC
Bluetooth Version	4.0
Built-in Microphone	Yes
Charging Time	2.5 hours
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	3.7" x 3.6" x 3.6" (94 x 92 x 91 mm)
Drivers	1x 2" (50mm) full-range driver + 1x passive radiator
EQ	No
FM Tuner	Yes
IP Rating	None
MicroSD Playback	Yes
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Party Mode	No
Power Bank	No
Power Input	Micro USB
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes
Weight	0.4 lbs (200 g)

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Soundcore Boom Go 3i: $59.99 Amazon Aliexpress eBay

Pros: An exceptionally rugged 380g mini speaker with IP68 protection, a floating sound-forward design, app EQ, RGB lighting, a battery display, USB-C power-bank output and Auracast/TWS linking. It reaches about 92dB and independent testing finds it lasts nearly six hours at maximum volume with lights and BassUp enabled, matching its demanding claim.

Cons: This is still a 15W mono speaker: bass impact and stereo width are limited, and critical listeners may find the upper treble piercing or metallic. It is directional by design, so the sound changes off-axis, and independent reviews note it lacks a built-in microphone; it is far better for rugged outdoor background music than a large gathering.

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Amplifier Power	15W
App	Yes
Aux Input	No
Battery Life	24 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC
Bluetooth Version	6.0
Built-in Microphone	Yes
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	4" x 4.2" x 1.8" (102.1 x 105.9 x 45.5 mm)
Drivers	25mm tweeter + 42mm woofer + passive radiators
EQ	Yes
IP Rating	IP68
Lights	Yes
Maximum SPL	92dB (Manufacturer specified)
Omnidirectional	Pointing up
Party Mode	Yes (Auracast)
Power Bank	Yes (USB-C)
Power Input	USB-C
Stereo	No
TWS	Yes
Weight	0.8 lbs (380 g)

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