Anker SoundCore 2 Bluetooth speaker review. Is this the best budget portable speaker?

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The Anker SoundCore 2 is a compact Bluetooth speaker, with 24 hours of claimed battery life and an IPX5 rating for protection from the elements. It retails at £40 or $40 but it can be had even cheaper in Amazon's frequent sales - I bought it for just £25.
The speaker comes well packaged for a budget speaker. The only thing you get in the box with it is an Anker branded micro-USB charging cable and a clearly written, multi-lingual, owner's manual. There's no wall charger included, but I wouldn't really expect one at this price.
The build quality belies the budget price of the speaker. Except for the speaker grill, the SoundCore 2 has a rubberised finish, which feels very grippy, but does attract finger prints. There's no creaking, however hard you try to squeeze and twist it. I haven't dropped it yet, but wouldn't be too concerned if I did. It weighs 410g, which together with its compact size, and long battery life, makes it a perfect candidate as a speaker to take on your travels. It looks well sealed and I'd be more than confident in its IPX5 water resistance rating. It shouldn't be submersed in water, but it should survive a splash or a rain shower.
The Anker branding on the speaker grill and embossed into the rear is a little overboard, but I don't feel it detracts too much from the simple yet attractive design.
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  • @jdv27
    @jdv275 жыл бұрын

    Finally someone who can review properly, thanks!

  • @chamithwijayaratne7215
    @chamithwijayaratne72155 жыл бұрын

    This is a solid review man, i tell u that, 10/10

  • @hoopdie
    @hoopdie5 жыл бұрын

    I like how detailed and ad-less this video is! Thank you for the information you shared with us and I just purchased this

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you - I really appreciate you taking the time to comment! I hope you enjoy the speaker.

  • @zookerman
    @zookerman5 жыл бұрын

    Very good review, and not an ad! Thanks a lot, you proved everything you said it was!

  • @tennismagic6680
    @tennismagic66805 жыл бұрын

    Great review, you explained everything I needed to know!

  • @darylp9306
    @darylp93065 жыл бұрын

    I subscribed coz urs is a very comprehensive yet undesrtandable review! Kudos! You did an amazing job!

  • @MIGHTYcbu
    @MIGHTYcbu5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for mentioning how spoken words sound, podcasts i listen are mostly spoken, useful info

  • @katieharris412
    @katieharris4125 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. I had been researching this speaker & was delighted to find so much info about it.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant! Thank you Katie Harris!

  • @elliehilt
    @elliehilt5 жыл бұрын

    By far the best review on youtube for this speaker. Subbed.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Paul Hilton!

  • @jeanenemarshall7287
    @jeanenemarshall72875 жыл бұрын

    He seems to do reviews for cheap stuff, but his reviews are detailed

  • @evilrobotbitches

    @evilrobotbitches

    5 жыл бұрын

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    @JH-nf6vk

    5 жыл бұрын

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  • @xoombunny9431

    @xoombunny9431

    4 жыл бұрын

    I actually prefer his product choices as they are ones most of consumers would actually buy. I do enjoy watching some review videos of $100 + speakers, However I would most likely not be buying a speaker in that price range.

  • @TheEchelon

    @TheEchelon

    4 жыл бұрын

    Bob A Not necesarily. Something cheap can be of good value. cheap /tʃiːp/ adjective 1. low in price, especially in relation to similar items or services.

  • @ascend3654

    @ascend3654

    4 жыл бұрын

    😒

  • @PedroNogueiranunes
    @PedroNogueiranunes5 жыл бұрын

    Now THAT'S a review

  • @djmcwill1010
    @djmcwill10105 жыл бұрын

    I enjoyed your approach. Truly impressive review.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you - really grateful for your comment.

  • @michaelsams1363
    @michaelsams13634 жыл бұрын

    I just bought my anker soundcore 2 about a month ago and am extremely pleased. Ok, you said that it doesn't show the battery level indicator on the paired device but that is actually one of my favorite features. It's always there, on my LG Stylo 4. Spot on review and I even learned a thing or two

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you michael sams!

  • @rickbear7249

    @rickbear7249

    8 ай бұрын

    You can see the %age battery charge if connected to an Android smartphone. However, you must be connected for "calls" as well as "audio" in the Bluetooth settings. Unless you permit the speaker to handle phone calls, you won't see the battery level %age.

  • @JosHendrikx
    @JosHendrikx4 жыл бұрын

    Great review! Seems it does need an update as I have had contact with the Anker German distributor via Amazon and the newer models of the Soundcore 2 SKU A3105013 and newer have upgraded IPX rating to 7 and also bluetooth 5.0 supporting wireless stereo pairing, making this speaker even more attractive. I am planning to purchase 2 and will do a short review when I have them at home. Thanks anyway for all your great reviews, keep them comming!

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jos Hendrikx! Yes looks like they've released a newer version. I will try and get the latest one at some stage ...

  • @arvi8843
    @arvi88433 жыл бұрын

    I wish other reviewers would take note how you review products. This is one of the best reviews I've watch so far of any product! Wish you'd also review Oontz Angle 3 or Anker Soundcore Mini 2. 🤣 I really like how you did this review! 🥰

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Wow, thank you! And for the suggestions - will try and take a look.

  • @fishchipsandmushypeas
    @fishchipsandmushypeas3 жыл бұрын

    Great review, thanks. Bought for the garden on summer days! Well, the odd summers day...

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Rich Giles!

  • @morelife4124
    @morelife41244 жыл бұрын

    TTMan you saved my day ty ty !!!! I happened to have the option to purchase either one of these two units JBL and Anker this video helped alot by covering more than the questions I already had in mind plus the visual sound difference demo 👌🏾. I'm gunna lean with Anker I'm sure I wont be disappointed for its price range n quality. Thanks 👍🏽

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    No problem 👍 - thanks Mikhail Mikhail!

  • @ColdChills01
    @ColdChills014 жыл бұрын

    I just got this speaker today! I'm listening to this video on it... Thank you very much 😊 you helped alot

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you ColdChills01 - really glad you found the video useful!

  • @DanIel-ld4cp

    @DanIel-ld4cp

    4 жыл бұрын

    I need one of this How can I get it

  • @joycequiambao7338
    @joycequiambao7338 Жыл бұрын

    Glad to have found your channel! Thanks for a comprehensive review on Anker. 💯

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I'm glad you liked the review - I have plenty of other Anker reviews on the channel!

  • @JesusGonzalez-mj5fn
    @JesusGonzalez-mj5fn5 жыл бұрын

    Great review, thanks!

  • @mx-gamesdev8287
    @mx-gamesdev82872 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, I was looking for a cheap good quality speaker so your review made a sale, honest reviews are hard to find.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great thanks!

  • @RichM0410
    @RichM04104 жыл бұрын

    Very good and straightforward review! Thank you

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for leaving a comment.

  • @stevelampard
    @stevelampard5 жыл бұрын

    Very well spoken and detailed review, makes a nice change from some of the incomprehensible garbage that's out there.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Wow thank you! Really appreciate the comment 😀.

  • @handmadepottery2135
    @handmadepottery21353 жыл бұрын

    Wow!! Thanks so much for a straight forward review, nice one.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    No problem thank you LB Ceramics!

  • @d3vastat0r89
    @d3vastat0r894 жыл бұрын

    Learned something new about my speaker today. Didn't know I could bring up.voice assistant or that it had a mic. D: Thanks!

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Always nice to find an unknown feature!

  • @shaxter
    @shaxter5 жыл бұрын

    SUBSCRIBED! PROPER AND FULL REVIEW

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @momshielyn1446
    @momshielyn14464 жыл бұрын

    thank you for the review....I got what I needed to know.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    That's great - thanks Evelyn Aquino!

  • @ozzyshouseofpain8177
    @ozzyshouseofpain817711 ай бұрын

    Good review, that included all functions of buttons on speaker interface, where all other reviews I watched conned that it was unable to skip tracks. Looking forward to mine arriving. Cheers 😁👍👍

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    11 ай бұрын

    Enjoy - it! My review is on an older unit - the latest version should be even better!

  • @nocknock4832
    @nocknock48325 жыл бұрын

    wow great quality review!

  • @SpesDesperatio
    @SpesDesperatio4 жыл бұрын

    Very good review! Thanks :)

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks you AndreW!

  • @sheikalim5238
    @sheikalim52385 жыл бұрын

    Nice review man

  • @nazeefmuhammed3984
    @nazeefmuhammed39843 жыл бұрын

    On to the point review.. Great Job mate

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Nazeef Muhammed!

  • @FukaiKokoro
    @FukaiKokoro5 жыл бұрын

    I have this speaker and it’s pretty great! I got it for about 20ish $. Love it. The volume on my tablet started going quiet so I figured it’d be cheaper to get a external speaker. Love it. Got a blue one. I love the feel of it. Just overall good speaker.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    That's a good price Fukai Kokoro!

  • @liakim1572

    @liakim1572

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hello. How is it so far?

  • @FukaiKokoro

    @FukaiKokoro

    4 жыл бұрын

    Lia Kim pretty great! I use it everyday because my iPad mini has had volume issues. Always dependable and the distance is pretty good. Like I can walk across the house w/o my tablet with the speaker and it still works. And the battery lasts forever at least mine does. At least a couple days and I use it a lot.

  • @liakim1572

    @liakim1572

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@FukaiKokoro Thank you!

  • @FukaiKokoro

    @FukaiKokoro

    4 жыл бұрын

    Lia Kim yeah no problem :)

  • @paulineplittlelady
    @paulineplittlelady Жыл бұрын

    Your instructions worked like a charm - ty!!!

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    Жыл бұрын

    That's great!

  • @anoopshankaran8706
    @anoopshankaran87065 жыл бұрын

    well done! helped a lot, thanks!

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Anoop Shankaran!

  • @southeastdaygo6193
    @southeastdaygo6193 Жыл бұрын

    I got this speaker a course days ago Sun. I love the speaker so far

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    Жыл бұрын

    Great enjoy!

  • @ekkomanhighlights388
    @ekkomanhighlights3885 жыл бұрын

    High quality video +1 sub

  • @Dub_y0
    @Dub_y05 жыл бұрын

    very good review, deserves more views :)

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you :).

  • @chachaalston1698
    @chachaalston16984 жыл бұрын

    Thank you excellent review👍

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful - thanks Cha cha Alston!

  • @johntknight
    @johntknight3 жыл бұрын

    Great review, subscribed

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you John knight - and for the support!

  • @traceycrosss
    @traceycrosss5 жыл бұрын

    I bought the soundcore boost and it sounds amazing. My Bose soundlink mini 2 died and this sounds just as good in my opinion. Plus saved myself £100.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Might have to get a boost to review.

  • @traceycrosss

    @traceycrosss

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yes you should. I’d love to watch a review. I recently bought my son the jbl xtreme Bluetooth speaker and it sounds amazing. The bass on it drives me insane though as he has it way too loud. May take it off him and use it myself. 😂.

  • @theboy2163
    @theboy21634 жыл бұрын

    great content, subscribed!

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much BENEFFECT - and for the support!

  • @SuperPizdolizac
    @SuperPizdolizac5 жыл бұрын

    will buy it based on your review, tnx and good luck in your future work

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Antonio Vitas!

  • @CW-pp7zc

    @CW-pp7zc

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yep. I just ordered it!

  • @SuperPizdolizac

    @SuperPizdolizac

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@CW-pp7zc it is great, bass could be better, but sound is so clear and battery is crazy

  • @CW-pp7zc

    @CW-pp7zc

    4 жыл бұрын

    I bought it because I’m a little hard of hearing in one ear. Hoping to boost iPad. Thanks.

  • @liakim1572

    @liakim1572

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey man, how is it after a year?

  • @Self_Supremacy
    @Self_Supremacy3 жыл бұрын

    Best reviewer ever. Thank you.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Wow, thank you very kind!

  • @walione1000
    @walione100011 ай бұрын

    Great depth of sound. Easily connected to Fire TV. Very happy with my purchase.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    11 ай бұрын

    Great!

  • @Luluindia2003
    @Luluindia20035 жыл бұрын

    Does it come with usb support for playing music..?

  • @MrChris-bx7ss
    @MrChris-bx7ss5 жыл бұрын

    I have this speaker and it's great, but the Soundcore Boost is even better.

  • @Missprettyladi
    @Missprettyladi Жыл бұрын

    Great video . U explained everything

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    Жыл бұрын

    Great glad it helped - thanks for leaving a comment!

  • @DominatorGG
    @DominatorGG4 жыл бұрын

    Great video! just ordered mine for 29,99€ on Amazon :) This convinced me that I got a good deal. I thought it would've been an failed buy cause of some bad reviews on Amazon but now I can't wait for tomorrow :D

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Funnily I just compared it to a new speaker from LG and it still held up very well!

  • @Ford.Prefect

    @Ford.Prefect

    4 жыл бұрын

    How do you like them? I bought two in order to pair them and I think they're way better than I had expected for the prize and size. The pairing works great, too.

  • @liakim1572

    @liakim1572

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey, so how is it?

  • @simonmoran67
    @simonmoran675 жыл бұрын

    Many thanks for a very helpful review. How long does the speaker stay on before standby? This could be an issue for us in our classrooms. Many thanks in advance.

  • @margaretmartin9204
    @margaretmartin920417 сағат бұрын

    I'm watching your review and when you said Alexa pair my Alexa replied onward trying to figure out how to get my new speaker set up by the way your review is very good

  • @chasedreamsgetgains1825
    @chasedreamsgetgains18255 жыл бұрын

    Under rated channel

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Very much appreciate your comment!

  • @chasedreamsgetgains1825

    @chasedreamsgetgains1825

    5 жыл бұрын

    The Technology Man anytime man great quality videos keep up the good work!

  • @KevinStagg
    @KevinStagg5 жыл бұрын

    After buying the device, and using my Note 8, I've found adjusting the volume of the speaker using my phone wasn't an issue at all. I DID have one issue however; it is NOT compatible with Alexa (I had paired it with the Alexa Echo Input), as it has a built-in sleep mode. The latter turns off the speaker if not being used for the past 30 minutes. This feature CAN NOT be turned off. So in order to use Alexa after the speaker had turned off, you have to manually turn it on again (which basically defeats the purpose of the always-on voice commands of Alexa). Hope this helps.

  • @TheAranSulayman

    @TheAranSulayman

    5 жыл бұрын

    Good to know as he stated that android phones cant change the sound of the speaker using the phone. 👍🏼

  • 5 жыл бұрын

    @@TheAranSulayman They can.

  • @mchocolate2301

    @mchocolate2301

    5 жыл бұрын

    Haha, Wish I had read this yesterday. I too have a Note 8 and an Echo Input, my Anker Soundcore will be arriving tomorrow. Oh well, both the speaker and Echo were only $20 so I guess I can't really complain about having to manually restart / turn on the speaker after it shuts off.

  • @eduardojuri9813
    @eduardojuri98133 жыл бұрын

    Hey! Thank you for the great review. Do you know if I have to charge it before using it for the first time?

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Eduardo Juri! They always suggest charging before first use - but typically Li ion batteries are shipped with at least some charge.

  • @Arado159
    @Arado1594 жыл бұрын

    Nice review. I wonder how it compares to the Doss Soundbox Color.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks TheNicerDicer! I've not tested any Doss speakers yet but thanks for the suggestion!

  • @ivyssauro123
    @ivyssauro1234 жыл бұрын

    You could test the sound with music with some real instruments and real harmonics and etc haha, but otherwise amazing, professional, and concise review!

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    I use different tracks for all my speaker reviews - you could take a look at my review of the Element T2 Plus - I compare it to the Soundcore 2 with another music track: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fYuYrbxtY6vOdLA.html

  • @ericchandler90
    @ericchandler905 жыл бұрын

    Anker is sold in multiple brick and mortar stores in the US. Best Buy, Walmart and even Lowe's.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    That's interesting thank you, only have it on Amazon in the UK as far as I know.

  • @ricardoa1661

    @ricardoa1661

    5 жыл бұрын

    actually cheaper on amazon by about $20

  • @TrevorFosterTheFosterDojo
    @TrevorFosterTheFosterDojoАй бұрын

    DUDE TALKS ABOUT THE RUBBER FEET! Thanks for the details man noone else goes that deep!

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    Ай бұрын

    Yes perhaps a bit OTT looking back!

  • @pigfeet79
    @pigfeet794 жыл бұрын

    Great video

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you pigfeet79!

  • @grahamcurran3425
    @grahamcurran34255 жыл бұрын

    With the latest version you can pair two as stereo.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Good to know ...

  • @OldHickory7
    @OldHickory74 жыл бұрын

    I was thinking about getting another one because not only does my phone have dual Bluetooth abilities but I tried it with 2 different Bluetooth speakers and it played off sync. Although, I thought but I could still make it work because it has a headphone Jack in which I could go headphone Jack to the other speaker. Than I could just connect to the 1 Bluetooth speaker in the 2nd speaker would also play if I did headphone Jack the headphone Jack on the to sound core speakers, is this correct? Could I use a headphone to headphone jack to connect 2 Bluetooth speakers together, and then they will play at the same time for good outdoor surround sound/louder sound?

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Not sure I understand your question. The newer version can create a stereo pair with a second speaker. That's the only way you can get synced audio from two speakers that I'm aware of.

  • @1BeatleManiac
    @1BeatleManiac5 жыл бұрын

    Hi great review, liked the video and subbed. My old CD player has packed up, and rather then replacing it with a sound system, I'm looking at getting into this new fangled wireless and Bluetooth malarkey. Being new to this tech, it's a bit of a minefield, this Anker speaker keeps getting great reviews though. I wonder if you can help with my requirements. I have a Samsung S8, which can synch to two devices, would a pair of speakers be better? Also a perfect speaker for me would be able to play music from my phone, and also connect to my projector for gaming and movies via a 3.5 mm aux. Because I need a good all rounder that is suitable for music, movies and gaming, I don't know what to look for, or even if I should get a dedicated Bluetooth speaker for my phone, and a sound bar for my projector, ideally I'd like something that can do both if that's even possible. It doesn't have to be loud as I live in apartments and use headphones mostly, so clarity and good bass levels, along with something compact and discreet are priorities for me. Sorry for the long winded message, I hope you can help. In the meantime I'll be checking out your other videos for information and liking them along the way. Cheers Charlie

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    This Anker speaker is a good choice if portability is key. It can connect to your phone via Bluetooth and to your projector via line-in, but may be a little quiet for watching films on a big screen. You can't pair 2 of these together for stereo, so the sound stage will be quite limited, especially for watching films. Still if it fits the bill for playing music from your phone, you could always see how you go, and add a sound bar further down the line if required?

  • @1BeatleManiac

    @1BeatleManiac

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@TheTechnologyMan thanks for the reply mate, appreciate it

  • @prvtjy

    @prvtjy

    5 жыл бұрын

    1BeatleManiac If I was you, I would look into the Bose Solo 5 mini sound bar. $250 but sometimes goes on sale for$200. I have one and feel it would meet both your needs as stated. Research it for yourself, but if you get it, you won’t need anything else,....

  • @ruekurei88

    @ruekurei88

    5 жыл бұрын

    Why not get a bluetooth receiver and just connect that to your sound system? Far cheaper and possibly better sound quality and can hit all the points tyou need it for without spending outrages amounts of cash on a good bluetooth speaker system and having to sort through that whole mire of products. Because I don't think Bluetooth sets are a good replacement for a sound system, they just seem to be a good portability solution.

  • @luqmanooo5402
    @luqmanooo54024 жыл бұрын

    Hi would like to ask AnkerSoundcore 2,Sony xb12 and Tribit XSoundGo which one u prefer? this speaker is almost the same price in my country Malaysia.. i am also looking clearer speaker for my jazz listening or relaxation time...

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sorry I've not tried the the Sony and XSound Go yet ...

  • @FishFish1995
    @FishFish19954 жыл бұрын

    Very different EQ settings between those 2 speakers. We'd sure like a comparison with similar EQ between them two :3

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes these are very different speakers - but the Soundcore is still pretty good for its size and price!

  • @joesphbaumgardner4579
    @joesphbaumgardner45792 жыл бұрын

    July 23, 2022. My take on the Anker SoundCore 2 at a glance. Maybe as well you could input some on my views or question. Brought this few days ago and I got in the mail today. I agree with alot you state in video. I like the weight and how it is made. Vs todays stuff that is cheap and junk. Looks are nice and the feel. Working with a Samsung Galaxy S9 Android. Pairing was fast and simple. Test only at this time for KZread music audio. For bass I looked at a few Reggae songs. I found the bass to be full and you can tell alot it is there. Max volume had no distort and was still clear. Next was some rock. I see the bass drops and not there. I will note- alot comes into play on this. The song, the quality bit rate of such and so on. I do know KZread unpaid compresses stuff down in quality some. I will test more later on some Flac files else place when I get time. Overall everything was pretty good. My problem is this- the volume. 1. I know each output device differs in output volume gain. 2. What song and how it is mastered. I think in my case it is most to do with the phone. The Samsung Galaxy 9 does not have much volume at max let alone else. It is loud sorta but.... I was not impressed by the volume and or loudness of this speaker. Again- though I think alot is my phone as issue. I know the speaker can do more before distort or all else and still output a good quality. I am aware there are apps on Google play for volume and eq boost. Question is which one is pretty good vs wasteful time getting just so they can get my info and I uninstall? You think a volume boost app will help? Next- I did not know such has a phone mic and can do all that. I am curious as with the mic quality and sound. I will have to test... Meaning is there the famous delay when talking to someone, the tin junk sound etc? Overall for the price it is worth. It offers a good few things and is built nice. Sound quality is pretty good. I agree it is a BIG step up from a phone speaker outputting whatever.... Last last- You talk about you can't pair another one of these ( Stereo 2 speakers. ). That sucks. Side note- the + and - volume does work when you select it. It will move it up or down on the phone as well the box. Least it does for me on YT. USA- 20 bucks shipped for mine 2022.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for taking the time to leave your experiences.

  • @juggernault71
    @juggernault713 жыл бұрын

    So if you have 2 Anker BT speakers, can they Be paired together as a left and right Channel?

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes - with the updated version of this speaker (not the one I tested).

  • @1mikedgreat100
    @1mikedgreat1004 жыл бұрын

    Anker soundcore 2 or tribit xsound GO?? Which one you prefer for overall sound quality.??

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    I've not tested the XSound Go - but do have the StormBox micro I'll be comparing it too soon ...

  • @XGAMEST
    @XGAMEST2 жыл бұрын

    does this support low frequency audio like neighbour stomping noise? because I have to bring my speaker up to pair it with my phone and show my upstairs neighbour how loud their stomping noises are because they kept believing that they are not making any noise at all

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's not so good at the lower end - it's a tiny speaker.

  • @markymark1731
    @markymark17314 жыл бұрын

    Good review, however you CAN daisy chain two speakers to get stereo sound!

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Marky Mark. Yes you can create a wireless stereo pair with the latest updated version (not the one I tested).

  • @propane1777
    @propane17772 жыл бұрын

    Watching this in June 2022 What is your opinion now on the best Anker portable Bluetooth Speaker

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    I don't have the latest version which added a few features - but I still grab this speaker a fair bit even now!

  • @alainremi267
    @alainremi2673 жыл бұрын

    January 2021: I've just received my ANKER SoundCore 2 & I can confirm that the volume control on the SC2 is controlling my Samsung Galaxy S8 Android cell phone levels as it does with iPhones. But with my Toshiba Tecra A50 it's weird, for the SoundCore 2 controls the sound level on my Toshiba but the Toshiba sound level can't control the sound level of the SoundCore 2, only on & off! Overall, I'm very happy with its sound quality, much much better than my Logitech tablet speaker.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's great - this model has been updated at least once since this review.

  • @hyper6354
    @hyper63544 жыл бұрын

    6:03 is the performance segment if that’s what you’re looking for

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks - that reminds me - I need to add timestamps to this video!

  • @henrytetley9093
    @henrytetley90934 жыл бұрын

    Can I connect this with a wire to my monitor? If so what do I nees

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    If your monitor has audio line out, get a 3.5mm audio cable and connect to the aux port of the Soundcore.

  • @lol-md4ci
    @lol-md4ci5 жыл бұрын

    if u look closely there are 3 speakers, but when the music turns on, only one speaker works, the one in the middle. do i have to activate all 3 of them or something?

  • @hamilepan9260

    @hamilepan9260

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yea

  • @ThibautMahringer

    @ThibautMahringer

    5 жыл бұрын

    There is 2 speakers for the sound, at the middle there is a passive radiator for bass, this is the one that moves the most.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    As above - there are 2 dynamic speakers and a passive radiator.

  • @mikeyperki
    @mikeyperki Жыл бұрын

    How do I stop my teenage son from putting a W in front of the logo?! Seriously though-This is a great sounding speaker! Excellent review.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    Жыл бұрын

    🤣

  • @darknightmike10yearsago

    @darknightmike10yearsago

    Жыл бұрын

    Haha. Wanker 🤣

  • @hdtripper1
    @hdtripper1 Жыл бұрын

    I'm looking for a Bluetooth speaker for my android phone that will make a loud ring when my phone rings. I need it to be able to work through a wall and maybe 30 feet. Will this work? And what is the best charger to use? Can I just leave it on charge? Please answer questions. I am returning an Altec Hydrajolt and the volumn is not loud enough

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm not sure this is the best for that. These aren't really designed to be plugged in permanently - will eventually damage the battery.

  • @prestigelawncare6657
    @prestigelawncare66575 жыл бұрын

    Perfect thank you

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it Prestige Lawn Care - thanks for the comment!

  • @natalijaryznar4138
    @natalijaryznar41383 жыл бұрын

    If I listen to it trough audio jack will it still emit Bluetooth at the same time?

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    I can't double check now - but I'm fairly certain the 3.5mm output will override Bluetooth.

  • @zz-xz2lt
    @zz-xz2lt2 жыл бұрын

    My friend purchased a Dindinmodern speaker which has lights and loud sound. It looks equally good. I think I will purchase a 6

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm not tried that speaker - thanks for the suggestion.

  • @hdtripper1
    @hdtripper1 Жыл бұрын

    As I just asked a cpuople o questions,I didn't ask if this speaker wasn't what I was looking for(A loud speaker for my hard of hearing my phone in another room) Can you give me a reasonable priced alternative just to hear my ring tone of phone with a little bit of range. Thanks.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    Жыл бұрын

    Maybe one of the bigger speakers I've reviewed - but as I said in previous comment - these battery speakers aren't really intended to be plugged in permanently.

  • @terrius.m5834
    @terrius.m58343 жыл бұрын

    does it show battery life on the iphone when connected to bluetooth

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    I think so but will double check when I next have it out ...

  • @nahomdaniel1789
    @nahomdaniel17894 жыл бұрын

    Hey Paul or anyone else for that matter do you think this had good bass?

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    There isn't an awful lot of bass - but it still sounds good for its size.

  • @nonymous555
    @nonymous5554 жыл бұрын

    Sony xb12 vs anker which one the best?

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sorry I've not tested the XB12 but thanks for the suggestion!

  • @Charlie-nq5qi
    @Charlie-nq5qi3 жыл бұрын

    Some Man As I Got A New Pair Of Bluetooth Sound Speakers With Load's Of In/Out/B-Tooth Ect & just Great Review On These Now Sound Bars To Speakers or any iphone on 13.7 or 14,Thank You Kindly SIR ....10/10 ALL THE WAY + SUB

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Charlie!

  • @k.thompson8549
    @k.thompson85493 жыл бұрын

    I thought my SoundCore 1 was brilliant, this is even better, worth every penny!:).

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great to hear!

  • @kuolemanlaakso1696
    @kuolemanlaakso16965 жыл бұрын

    I've never had a bluetooth speaker before, I plan on buying one, and possibly this one. I'd want to use it with both my phone (OnePlus 6T) and my laptop, will the laptop be an option? The sound on mine is pretty poor so for music i'd maybe prefer to use the speaker.

  • @MrBlonde2222

    @MrBlonde2222

    5 жыл бұрын

    I use my Anker Soundcore with my laptop, so yes, it's certainly an option for you.

  • @kuolemanlaakso1696

    @kuolemanlaakso1696

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@MrBlonde2222 Thank you for the reply!

  • @matthewclark4510

    @matthewclark4510

    5 жыл бұрын

    Sony Xb 31 Bluetooth speaker won’t be a mistake ✅🙌🏽👏🏽

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yes a good improvement on most laptops. You could use a cabled connection via the headphone jack. Or a Bluetooth connection if the laptop has it.

  • @sjormasklin
    @sjormasklin4 жыл бұрын

    how is this comparing to tronsmart force.... want to buy new speaker, looking for something like this

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    I haven't tested that one yet - but will be comparing against the Tribit MAxSound Plus shortly ...

  • @sjormasklin

    @sjormasklin

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TheTechnologyMan ok tnx

  • @yuthpeppa3021
    @yuthpeppa30214 жыл бұрын

    Hey if I’m able to use this wired and if so how

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    It has an audio in port - you just need a 3.5mm cable.

  • @bhuxtablesmith
    @bhuxtablesmith3 жыл бұрын

    Great Review

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Ben Huxtable-Smith!

  • @bhuxtablesmith

    @bhuxtablesmith

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@TheTechnologyMan. I ended up buying the soundcore 2. Coming today :)

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    I hope you like it!

  • @bhuxtablesmith

    @bhuxtablesmith

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@TheTechnologyMan. So do i lol

  • @joshuankolasny8600
    @joshuankolasny86004 жыл бұрын

    I have a question Anker soundcore 2 or Enecfire soundbar

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sorry I've not tried that Encafar - thanks for the suggestion though!

  • @doompwmobile2067
    @doompwmobile20675 жыл бұрын

    How about sound delay? Playing videos online?

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    KZread on iOS there is a noticeable delay. Netflix there’s no perceptible delay.

  • @mohamedshahaz6763
    @mohamedshahaz67634 жыл бұрын

    i connected this Bt speakers to my laptop through a BT flash drive but unfortunately when ever i play my second video or audio , the speaker gets disconnected and i have to connect again from my laptop. still figuring out what the issue could be?? but it works fine with my i phone.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sorry I don't quite understand the issue. If it's a USB Bluetooth adapter - maybe you could update the driver?

  • @mohamedshahaz6763

    @mohamedshahaz6763

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TheTechnologyMan whenever I connect the anker speaker to my laptop via bt flash drive , the first audio or video works fine but when I play the next or open a new song ,the bt speaker gets disconnected and I have to connect it again to play the song.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sounds like an issue with the driver for your Bluetooth dongle to me. I'd contact the manufacturer or perhaps try the dongle on another computer if possible ...

  • @WiztatzTV
    @WiztatzTV5 жыл бұрын

    Im about to buy this stuff

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Ar-Ex 622u - cool let me know how you get on with it!

  • @WiztatzTV

    @WiztatzTV

    5 жыл бұрын

    I have it! anker soundcore2. Great sound! I can distinguish the middle boom bass and the crisp sound of 2 speakers on both sides. Overall, i have a great experience in listening music with this anker soundcore2!

  • @capitaocristalicio2811
    @capitaocristalicio28115 жыл бұрын

    Can you connect the speaker to the pc with that cabble to produce sound? Thanks in advance

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yes - via the line-in port 👍

  • @capitaocristalicio2811

    @capitaocristalicio2811

    5 жыл бұрын

    Ok is just connecting the charging cabble to the pc, thanks man

  • @damightyshabba439
    @damightyshabba439 Жыл бұрын

    I feel a bit stupid asking this question - does it have a USB In? I just ordered two of them yesterday, but only today did I think"Hmm.... wander if I can shove a USB stick on it?" So... I'll have to load up my phone, then p[air it and thats how it works? I would say "Just asking for a friend" but clearly I am clueless...

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    Жыл бұрын

    No USB on these I'm afraid.

  • @nextdoor2157
    @nextdoor21575 жыл бұрын

    What are the different soundcore select

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    5 жыл бұрын

    Sorry I've not tested the Select.

  • @computerlearning4481
    @computerlearning44813 жыл бұрын

    can you play music through a pendrive in this speaker

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    No not on this speaker I'm afraid.

  • @izon9452
    @izon94524 жыл бұрын

    Is this better than tronsmart t6? Thank you.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    I haven't tried the T6 yet ...

  • @jameskitching416
    @jameskitching4164 жыл бұрын

    Hi how many hours do you get when on max volume when the device is fully charged thanks

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    I can't give you an exact number - it's a while since I tested this. But battery life is a big selling point of this speaker - better than any other speaker I've tested of a comparable size.

  • @mollies13

    @mollies13

    2 жыл бұрын

    10 hours on max 50 percent then 24 hours or lower volume.

  • @AlpineTrails
    @AlpineTrails3 жыл бұрын

    According to Amazon description this is IPX7 not 5. They also state weight as 357 grams. That's a big difference from the one you got.

  • @TheTechnologyMan

    @TheTechnologyMan

    3 жыл бұрын

    This model has been refreshed from when I reviewed it - it can also be stereo paired :).

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