Short answer: the Klipsch Groove for a more balanced sound, the Wonderboom 2 for the water, though neither ranks well in its class. The Groove/Heritage Groove is described as pretty balanced, though it is not stereo, at $9 against the Wonderboom 2’s $80. The Wonderboom 2 is IP67 rated and floats, but it is not stereo, has barely any bass and recessed treble. Both are rated below 3.0/5 among the 157 medium speakers; for better sound, the Earfun Uboom L ranks #1 at $49.79.
Buy the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the Klipsch Groove if the price matters more than sound quality.
If water resistance matters to you, the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 at IP67 (brief submersion) holds up far better than the Klipsch Groove at IPX4 (splashing).
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Specifications Side By Side
| Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 | Klipsch Groove | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $80 | 9.00 |
| Ranked | #101 of 157 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #105 of 157 in Medium Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 82Hz | - |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 8 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Maximum SPL | 88dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | - |
| Power Input | Micro USB | Micro USB |
| Stereo | No | No |
| Omnidirectional | Yes | No |
| Weight | 0.9 lbs (420 g) | 1.7 lbs (770 g) |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IPX4 |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 4.0 |
| Dimensions | 4.1” x 3.8” (104 x 95.3 mm) | 5” x 6” x 2.6” (127 x 152 x 67 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm active drivers + 2x passive radiators | 1x 3” full-range driver + 2x side-firing passive radiators |
| TWS | Yes | No |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| App | No | No |
| EQ | No | No |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Strap | Yes (built-in loop) | No |
| Power Bank | - | No |
| Amplifier Power | - | 10W RMS |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2: $80 Amazon eBay
Newer model: the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4, ranked higher, rated 2.9/5.
Pros: IP67 rated and floats. Compact and light enough to toss in a bag. Measured bass extension of 82Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Not stereo, barely any bass, recessed treble. Slightly boosted 93Hz upper bass Dip at 9kHz. You can tell from the micro USB that they are just feeding you the same crap hardware over and over, this is inexcusable for a product released in 2019. Not technically a 360 speaker, only front and rear.
Full Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 82Hz |
| Battery Life | 12 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 |
| Built-in Microphone | No |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 4.1” x 3.8” (104 x 95.3 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 40mm active drivers + 2x passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Maximum SPL | 88dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) |
| Omnidirectional | Yes |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB |
| Stereo | No |
| Strap | Yes (built-in loop) |
| TWS | Yes |
| Weight | 0.9 lbs (420 g) |
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Klipsch Groove: 9.00 Amazon eBay
Pros: Pretty balanced sound in a compact, splash-resistant form factor. IPX4 water resistance and ~8 hour battery life make it durable for outdoor and poolside use. 3-inch high excursion full-range driver paired with dual side-firing passive radiators.
Cons: Not stereo. Bass doesn’t go as deep as class leaders. Distortion sets in at higher output levels. Older Bluetooth 4.0 architecture without app EQ.
Full Klipsch Groove review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 10W RMS |
|---|---|
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Battery Life | 8 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Digital Aux Input | No |
| Dimensions | 5” x 6” x 2.6” (127 x 152 x 67 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 3” full-range driver + 2x side-firing passive radiators |
| EQ | No |
| IP Rating | IPX4 |
| Omnidirectional | No |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | Micro USB |
| Stereo | No |
| Strap | No |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 1.7 lbs (770 g) |
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