It only seems right to start with the main attraction: bass.
All-round sound quality is up-to-scratch, too.
I found mids and highs to be clear and free of tinniness a big relief.
The lights were one of many features already included in the original Anker Soundcore Boom 2.
But the Boom 2 Plus isnt without its drawbacks.
But overall, the Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Plus is still an adept party speaker.
Youre getting plenty of bass and plenty of ways to personalize both its sound and appearance.
Thats compared to the usual Boom 2s launch price of $129.99 / 119.99 / AU$219.99.
This 2024-issued model is available in a number of color options all of which cost the same.
And once again, theres a USB-C port which enables the Boom 2 Plus to become a power bank.
If you download the Soundcore app, however, you get access to even more features.
I would maybe have liked to see a few genre-specific options, but theres still plenty of customizability here.
The app also lets you personalize the Boom 2 Plus lights remotely.
There are six effects available: Flash, Flame, Lightning, Scan, Cyclone and Bounce.
One benefit of going lightless is that youll save some battery life.
And if you guessed big, booming bass congrats, you were right.
For a party speaker, though, thats not necessarily a bad thing.
Regardless, the Boom 2 Plus can get very loud.
Of course, thats not something this model has to excel in.
Its less stubby and blocky looking, now donning a wider, more curved look.
And the button controls on top of the speaker are again well-proportioned, clear and responsive.
But with this speakers added length comes added bulk meaning Anker has had to make a change here.
Something that, perhaps disappointingly, has remained much the same, though, is this speakers ingress rating.
Like the standard Boom 2, this is IPX7 rated.
It’s floatable too if you want to take it into the pool with you, for instance.
This thing skips on a dustproof rating again, meaning it might not be thebestbeachside companion.
I did like the small rubber tab on the reverse side of the Boom 2 Plus.
I was also a fan of the multiple color options available.
So, with added price, youre going to expect a massive improvement.
Do you get that?
In many ways, yes.
If you want an all-out party speaker, its no contest the Boom 2 Plus is far superior.
Nonetheless, there is some stiff competition, which cant be ignored.
Should I buy the Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Plus?
Attributes
Notes
Rating
Features
Customizable lights, nine-band EQ, fairly average battery life.
4/5
Sound quality
Booming bass with BassUp on, not the most detailed but offers clean audio.
Design
Upgraded looks with attractive lights but lacks a dustproof rating.
Value
A good speaker in its own right but similarly-priced rivals are better value.
You want a lightweight optionSome boombox-like speakers can be heavy.
Really heavy (Im looking at you Tribit Stormbox Blast 2).
Combine that with the included strap and this speaker is pleasingly easy to take with you on the go.
Read our fullEarfun UBoom X review.
It doesnt get much better than that.
Read our fullTribit Stormbox Blast 2 review.
I connected to the Stormbox Blast 2 with theSamsungGalaxy S24 FE and mainly listened to songs via Tidal.
