Consumer Score
In comparison:
Altec Lansing Sonic Boom ranks #179 out of 189.
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6.5
Average
Consumer Score
In comparison:
Bose SoundLink Mini II ranks #80 out of 189. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.1
Great
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Neither Altec Lansing Sonic Boom nor Bose SoundLink Mini II were recommended by experts this month

On 4 Mar 2024 (24 days ago) we went through 113 Bluetooth Speaker expert endorsements , however neither Altec Lansing Sonic Boom nor Bose SoundLink Mini II were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Bluetooth Speaker received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at JBL Charge 5 or other critically acclaimed Portable Bluetooth Speakers of this month.

For reference, JBL Charge 5 received 6 endorsements this month, from Digital Trends (26 Feb 2024), WIRED (18 Feb 2024) Tom's Guide (22 Feb 2024) and 3 others.

Rank Change Price Bluetooth Speaker
Digital Trends
TechHive
WIRED
Tom's Guide
Rtings.com
TechRadar
Popular Mechanics
PCMag
SoundGuys
What Hi-Fi
1
- $130
JBL Charge 5
The JBL Charge 5 is a durable and high-quality portable Bluetooth speaker with a well-balanced sound, long battery life, and PartyBoost feature, making it perfect for outdoor activities and gatherings.
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2
12
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7
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1
1
N/A N/A $120
Altec Lansing Sonic Boom
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N/A N/A $140
Bose SoundLink Mini II
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, in Mar 2024 neither Altec Lansing Sonic Boom nor Bose SoundLink Mini II were recommended by key experts who publish Portable Bluetooth Speakers recommendations.
Rank Change Price Bluetooth Speaker
Digital Trends
TechHive
WIRED
Tom's Guide
Rtings.com
TechRadar
Popular Mechanics
PCMag
SoundGuys
What Hi-Fi
1
- $130
JBL Charge 5
The JBL Charge 5 is a durable and high-quality portable Bluetooth speaker with a well-balanced sound, long battery life, and PartyBoost feature, making it perfect for outdoor activities and gatherings.
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2
12
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7
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1
1
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+4 $437
Sonos Move 2
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5
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5
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-1 $177
Sonos Roam
The Sonos Roam is a highly versatile and durable portable speaker that delivers excellent sound quality, with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, voice assistant integration, and unique features such as Automatic TruePlay and wireless charging.
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10
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-1 $60
Tribit StormBox Micro 2
The Tribit StormBox Micro 2 is a durable and waterproof portable Bluetooth speaker with powerful sound, long battery life, and versatile connectivity options.
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.
No expert reviews linked yet for Altec Lansing Sonic Boom.

Expert reviews [18]

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Total expert reviews: 18
  • with a score: 10
  • without a score: 8
Highest score by TechRadar
90
Average score based on 18 reviews
84
Lowest score by TechGearLab
73

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20
From Seller:
  • LOUD & CRISP AUDIO: We combine powerful drivers with a portable design to bring you a wireless speaker that provides just the right highs and lows, even with the volume turned up. It can maintain a stable connection with your bluetooth device for up to a 50-foot range.Waterproof : Yes
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From Seller:
  • Voice prompts for easy Bluetooth pairing
  • Up to 10-hour battery life per charge
  • Built-in speakerphone
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From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
EAN Numbers: 0017817686112, 0017817686129, 0017817686150, 0017817686181, 0017817686228, 0017817754545, 2001001997069, 2001001997076
UPC Numbers: 017817686112, 017817686129, 017817686150, 017817686181, 017817686228, 017817754545
Model Numbers: 725192-2110, 725192-2130, 725192-2140, 725192-2310, 725192-2330
Physical Features
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Weight

13 lbs
 

1.5 lbs
 
Water Resistance

Speakers range from not being able to handle even a drop of water to being able to be fully submerged in water for several minutes. Do you plan to take your speaker outside? To the beach? To the pool? In the shower? Then you definitely need to verify the level of water resistance before purchasing. You can tell the water resistance by the IP rating—the higher the rating, the more resistant the speaker is to the elements. For reference, the first digit refers to dust protection and the second digit refers to water protection. It reads as: IP68. Anything higher than IP66 will be dust- and splash-proof, meaning it can handle some contact with water, but cannot be fully submerged or soaked.

Water Resistant IPX rating if applicable
IP67 - Dustproof and can withstand being submerged in 1m
No
Dustproof Dust is a difficult element to combat, since it accumulates naturally and you have very little control over its ability to clog up your speaker. Dust and electronics just don’t get along very well. A ... Show more
Yes
No
Rugged Design Bluetooth speakers can be durable, rugged, shockproof, dustproof, armored, splash-proof, water resistant and waterproof - all of which can be overwhelming and confusing. In order for a speaker to be c ... Show more
Yes
No
Battery

Battery life for Bluetooth speakers is measured in milliampere hours (mAh). Manufacturers will report the battery life of a speaker in the average number of hours it takes to empty from a full charge. Keep in mind this number is based on medium levels of usage. If you play the speaker on full volume, it will drain the battery faster. Some specialty features like using the speaker to charge your phone or casting an LED light show will also drain the battery faster. The manufacturer reported number is just an estimate, and may be slightly different based on your usage.

It’s also important to consider is the type of battery. Rechargeable lithium-ion (LI-ion) batters are ideal, but some speakers only take standard or rechargeable AA/AAA/C/D batteries. You may even find Bluetooth speakers that recharge via solar power—great for outdoor use!

Battery Life
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10 hours
Charging Time How long it takes to charge the battery
3 hours
4 hours
battery_charging_full Power Bank This refers to the speaker’s ability to act as a charging station for your device. In addition to input power (which charges the speaker), some speakers also come with output power, meaning it can cha ... Show more
No
No
Sound Quality
speaker_group Sound System A speaker’s sound system is described as either mono or stereo. Mono speakers play audio from a single channel, giving the impression that the sound is coming from one direction. Stereo uses two or mo ... Show more
Stereo
Stereo
speaker_group Number of Drivers To understand the inner-workings of a Bluetooth speaker, look first at the number and type of drivers. Drivers are the cones or horn-shaped objects inside the speaker box. The number of drivers tells ... Show more
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2
wifi_tethering Subwoofer Having a separate speaker driver dedicated to the lower frequency tones gives your speaker a more robust, rounded out sound. It allows the other drivers to focus on the sounds that they’re best equipp ... Show more
No
No
Speaker Breakdown Use the speaker breakdown to better understand sound quality based on the makeup of the speaker. Manufacturers will often report additional details on the speaker drivers, such as the shape (cone or d ... Show more
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2 small drivers and front and back radiators
Total Output Power Also known as “power handling,” a speaker’s total output power is recorded in wattage. A watt is a measure of electrical power. Thus, higher output means more powerful (or louder) speakers. When deter ... Show more
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50 watts
graphic_eq Frequency Range Measured in Hertz (Hz), frequency response range describes how high and low a speaker can play. The larger the range, the better the speaker will be at reproducing the audio being played. As a frame o ... Show more
100 ft
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wifi_tethering Connectivity
Bluetooth Range If you can find it, you should always check the Bluetooth range of your speaker. You won’t realize it isn’t long enough until it stops working for you! Bluetooth range is important for a couple of rea ... Show more
100 ft
30 ft
Hands-Free Function If you plan on using your speaker to make and take calls, it needs to come equipped with a built-in microphone and speakerphone. To make a call, you can use voice-activated dialing or key in the numbe ... Show more
Yes
Yes
device_hub Connects to Multiple Devices In most cases, your Bluetooth speaker will connect to one device at a time and your device will connect to one Bluetooth speaker at a time. Some speakers come equipped with a feature that allows you t ... Show more
No
Yes
settings_input_composite Aux Cable Port While Bluetooth is a quick and easy way to connect your device to a speaker, at times you may want to use a hardwired connection instead. You would do this through a 3.5mm headphone or auxiliary jack. ... Show more
Yes
Yes
phonelink_ring Remote / App Control Apart from the controls on the speaker itself, some Bluetooth speakers may come with a remote to turn the speaker on or off, activate Bluetooth scanning, turn volume up or down, or respond to calls. I ... Show more
Yes
Altec Lansing's Connect app
No
speaker_group Connects to Other Speakers Generally speaking, Bluetooth speakers aren’t usually meant to connect to other Bluetooth speakers unless they come equipped with a hub or transmitter. In those situations, your device connects to the ... Show more
Yes
Yes
nfc NFC Near Field Communication (NFC) is a new technology that allows you to connect devices by simple tapping them together. To use it, your device (phone, tablet, computer, etc.) and your speaker must have ... Show more
No
Yes
AirPlay AirPlay is a feature for Apple products that offers another way to connect your devices to Bluetooth speakers. The speaker must come equipped with AirPlay in order for you to connect your Apple device ... Show more
No
No
radio FM Radio
No
Yes
Additional Features
Additional Features Any other features that make this device unique
TTS Spoken Caller ID On-board microphone
Can be amplified with the Amazon Echo Dot with Alexa
Accessories Chargers, cables, cases that come with the device
Charging Station, Owner's Manual, AC Power Adapter, Power Cord
Charging cradle, Wall charger, cable, silicone case sold separately
Attachments Hook, clip, strap, etc
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Altec Lansing Sonic Boom is a well-known option in the middle of the bluetooth speakers price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling bluetooth speakers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as JBL Xtreme or Sony SRS-XB21 .

Altec Lansing Sonic Boom is $4.99 less expensive than an average bluetooth speaker ($124.99).

Bose SoundLink Mini II is a popular option in the middle of the bluetooth speakers price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling bluetooth speakers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as JBL Pulse 2 or Jawbone Mini Jambox .

Bose SoundLink Mini II was released in 2013. There are a lot of newer bluetooth speakers on the market. Show newer Bluetooth Speakers

Bose SoundLink Mini II is $15.01 more expensive than an average bluetooth speaker ($124.99).

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