If you enjoy listening to audio outdoors, at the pool, or during a day at the beach, you'll want a waterproof Bluetooth speaker that's easy to bring on any adventure. Many speakers have IP ratings: dust and water resistance scores. The second number in the rating refers to the water resistance rating, with higher numbers reflecting more resistance. It's important to keep in mind that these ratings don't account for corrosion from salt water or chlorine and purely evaluate whether water can penetrate the product. As a result, some manuals even advise against using waterproof speakers in certain situations, like the beach or shower.
This won't stop a lot of people as product marketing often suggests you can use speakers in these conditions (even if you shouldn't), so we recommend at minimum rinsing your speaker with fresh water after use, as frequent exposure to soapy, salty, or chlorinated water tends to deteriorate the speaker's surface build with time, particularly if it's covered in fabric instead of sturdier materials like silicone or plastic.
We've currently tested over 200 speakers. Below, you'll find our picks for the best waterproof speakers. If you're looking for more speakers, check out our recommendations for the best shower speakers, the best outdoor speakers, the best speaker brands, and the best budget and cheap Bluetooth speakers.
All of our recommendations start with the products we've tested. And, they're backed by in-house experts who ensure unbiased, objective data to help you choose the right speaker.
Want to see how we've tested more than 200 speakers? Our How We Test Speakers article walks you through the entire process: from selecting and purchasing products to testing, reviewing, and publishing our results.
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Best Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
OutdoorsMusicWater ResistanceFloats In WaterDust ResistancePortabilityBatterySee all our test resultsDirectivityThe JBL Boombox 4 is the best waterproof Bluetooth speaker we've tested. It's perfect for you if you need to soundtrack a pool or beach party without babying your speaker. It's protected for long periods of continuous water immersion, and it floats, so it'll survive accidental exposure to water if you accidentally tip it over or if a wave comes in unexpectedly. Given its larger size, it's also capable of getting loud enough for outdoor listening while maintaining a balanced sound.
You also have access to extra features to make the most of your listening experience. It has an app, which you can load onto your phone or tablet to control the speaker's output. There's a graphic EQ on hand to switch up its sound to your liking, and you can even pair it with other compatible JBL speakers to boost sound throughout the pool deck. Its battery also lasts over 40 hours off a single charge, so you can rock on late into the night without worrying about a recharge. If there's one downside worth mentioning, it's that the JBL has narrow directivity; it can sound muffled if you're to the sides or behind the speaker. In a pool party setting, this doesn't matter the most, so it's likely not a dealbreaker for most people.
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Best Mid-Range Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
OutdoorsMusicWater ResistanceFloats In WaterDust ResistancePortabilityBatterySee all our test resultsDirectivityThe Ultimate Ears EPICBOOM is the best mid-range waterproof Bluetooth speaker we've tested. It can't be submerged in water as long as our top pick, but it has a 360-degree design that offers a consistent listening experience regardless of where you sit or swim around the speaker, and it's significantly cheaper. Its water resistance rating is high enough that it'll still survive accidental drops in the pool and temporary immersion, and it'll float back up, too. Its bass output doesn't get as low and rumbly as the JBL Boombox 4, but the Ultimate Ears has a bit of extra thump, so kick drums throb with energy.
The speaker has a shorter 15-hour battery life compared to the JBL's over 40 hours. But in practice, you may prefer the cheaper option, since you're unlikely to be partying at the pool for that long. Like other premium speakers on the market, the device comes equipped with a variety of helpful features. There's an app that gives you access to tuning presets and a graphic EQ for on-the-fly adjustments. And you can pair it with other compatible speakers from the same brand if you need to fill a larger outdoor space with sound.
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Best Budget Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
OutdoorsMusicWater ResistanceFloats In WaterDust ResistancePortabilityBatterySee all our test resultsDirectivityIf you're looking to spend even less on a speaker, the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4 is a great waterproof Bluetooth speaker for those on a budget. It's small and lightweight, making it more portable than our previous pick. However, the smaller size also limits how loud it gets and the amount of bass it can output compared to its pricier cousin, the Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 4. Still, it features the same 360-degree design that produces consistent audio wherever you sit. And, like other top picks on our list, it's rated to survive temporary immersion and floats in water. It can also hold up against small drops and falls, which is great for on-the-go use, as is the 13-hour battery life.
With a balanced sound out of the box, this speaker is great for listening to many different types of audio content. You can rock out to your favorite songs at the pool or the lake. But it doesn't have a companion app, so you don't have access to many customization tools to switch up its sound. In the same price range as the WONDERBOOM 4, the Sony ULT FIELD 1 offers the same water resistance rating, and a deeper bass to fill out the low-end of your music. Uniquely, the Sony has a mic, so you can use it for calls by the pool, too. However, the WONDERBOOM 4's battery life outdoes the Sony's, and it's typically cheaper.
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Best Cheap Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
OutdoorsMusicWater ResistanceFloats In WaterDust ResistancePortabilityBatterySee all our test resultsDirectivityThe Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go is the best cheap waterproof Bluetooth speaker we've tested. A lower price typically means a smaller speaker, but an even more lightweight and compact device may be just what you're looking for if you plan on paddleboarding or hiking with a speaker hanging from your body. This small and lightweight device offers solid sound in a waterproof shell. It'll survive temporary submersion in water without issue, and its battery lasts for roughly 10 hours off a single charge. As a result, it's a great choice for listening to music while on the go, whether in the park or on the beach. That said, this speaker doesn't have a 360-degree design and can sound muffled depending on your orientation relative to the speaker.
This speaker offers a balanced sound out of the box, making it suitable for listening to most music genres. Since it's a small speaker, it lacks bass, but unlike the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4, it comes with a companion app that includes an EQ, so you can modify the sound (though cranking the bass up won't overcome the small driver's physical limitations).
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Best Smart Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
OutdoorsMusicWater ResistanceFloats In WaterDust ResistancePortabilityBatterySee all our test resultsDirectivitySmart speakers are handy devices that offer built-in support for voice assistants and typically have a mic, so you get hands-free control. The Sonos Roam 2 is the best smart speaker we've tested that's also waterproof. However, this speaker doesn't support Google or Apple's voice assistants; if you're set on integrating your speaker with your Google ecosystem, you can pick up the previous-generation Sonos Roam, which supports Google Assistant. However, if you're happy with Amazon Alexa and Sonos's own voice assistant, the newer Roam 2 lets you add ingredients to your shopping list, check the weather, or solve a math problem from the comfort of a beach chair, as the speaker features the same resistance to temporary water submersion as many picks on this list. However, the biggest trade-off with the Sonos is the short five-hour battery life. Our tests don't include smart assistant use, either, so the speaker's battery life may end up being shorter.
Still, the Roam 2 comes with premium app features. You can pair it with other devices in your Sonos ecosystem and make adjustments to its tuning. That said, its small size prevents it from getting very loud, so if you want something a bit more substantial, check out the Sonos Play. It has the same water resistance rating, but sacrifices portability in favor of a louder, bassier sound.
Notable Mentions
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Sony SRS-XB100:
The Sony SRS-XB100 produces slightly more bass than the Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go and offers a 360-degree design that keeps your audio sounding consistent regardless of your listening angle. But the Anker gets louder.
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Brane X:
The Brane X is a premium portable smart speaker that's submersible in water. It packs serious bass for such a small speaker and features Amazon Alexa support and Wi-Fi integration. However, it has extremely narrow directivity compared to the Sonos Roam 2, and sounds muffled if you listen to it anywhere besides directly in front.
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Recent Updates
Oct 06, 2026:
We've overhauled the text and simplified the article by reducing the number of picks. That said, the remaining picks are unchanged as they're still solid waterproof options and remain in stock.
Jul 03, 2026:
We've added a comparison to the Sonos Play in our text for the Best Smart Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker, which is larger than our pick but also outputs more bass. Otherwise, we've streamlined the text across the article to make it easier to read.
Mar 19, 2026:
The EarFun UBOOM X is currently out of stock online, so the Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 4 is our new mid-range pick.
Dec 11, 2025:
The JBL Boombox 4 replaces the JBL Boombox 3 as our top pick for its slightly lighter design. In the mid-range, our new pick is the EarFun UBOOM X, with the Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go as our new cheap pick. We also added a comparison to the Sonos Move 2 in our 'Best Smart Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker' pick. Finally, we removed the Sony SRS-XG500 from our Notable Mentions, but added the Anker Soundcore Boom 3i for its beach-friendly features.
Sep 05, 2025:
This article's formatting has been updated, and the JBL PartyBox Stage 320 was added as the 'Best Waterproof Speaker For Parties.' The Sony ULT FIELD 1 was mentioned as an alternative to the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4, and the Bose SoundLink Max was added to the Notable Mentions.
All Reviews
Our recommendations above are what we currently think are the best speakers that are waterproof for most people to buy, according to their needs. We factor in the price (cheaper speakers win over pricier ones if the difference isn't worth it), feedback from our visitors, and availability (no speakers that are difficult to find or almost out of stock everywhere).
If you would like to choose for yourself, here's the list of all our reviews for Bluetooth speakers. We've filtered them by water resistance (IPX4 and above). Be careful not to get caught up in the details. There are no perfect speakers. Personal taste, preference, and listening habits will matter more in your selection.