Andover Audio FreePlay Review: Rated 3.8/5

Last updated: November 7, 2026

The Andover Audio FreePlay is rated 3.8/5 for sound quality, #48 of 120 Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers. See all Portable Bluetooth rankings for every top pick.

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Brand: Andover Audio

#48 Andover Audio FreePlay: $379 Amazon $379 eBay

Pros: A waterproof hi-fi style portable with true stereo drivers and a 24 hour battery. Two 5.25 inch aluminum woofers, two 25mm dome tweeters and a 160mm rear radiator gave AV Nirvana spot on vocals, punchy bass and highs that never fatigued over 13 days. It has IP67 sealing, Bluetooth 6.0 LE Audio, a mic input, a 45W USB-C power bank and a wireless charging pad.

Cons: AV Nirvana heard a sharp bass rolloff that lost the deepest layers of some tracks, and estimated it about 6 dB down at the 55Hz Andover claims. There is no app or adjustable EQ, only a Loud Mode. At 9 lb with a fold down handle whose soft pad can roll off when carried, it is heavier than most speakers meant for hiking. Andover does not publish amplifier power, and salt water needs rinsing off.

Is the Andover Audio FreePlay right for you?

Buy it if

  • you want it outdoors, by the pool or in the shower (IP67).
  • you want long battery life (claimed 24 hours).
  • you want to charge your phone from it.
  • you want stereo sound from a single speaker.

Skip it if

ReleasedSep 2026 (2 months ago)
AppNo
Aux InputYes
Battery Life24 hours (Manufacturer specified)
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth CodecsLC3, AAC, SBC
Bluetooth Version6.0
Charging Time3 hours
Dimensions10”H x 13”W x 6.5”D (254 x 330 x 165 mm)
Drivers2x 5.25” aluminum woofers + 2x 25mm dome tweeters + 160mm passive radiator
EQNo
Frequency Response55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
IP RatingIP67
Microphone InputYes
OmnidirectionalNo
Party ModeYes (LE Audio, up to 99 speakers)
Power BankYes (USB-C)
Power InputUSB-C
StereoYes
StrapNo (built-in handle)
Weight8.8 lbs (4 kg)

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