Part of Anker’s Soundcore range, the Soundcore 2 sits in the budget end of portable Bluetooth speakers, going up against staples like the JBL Go/Clip series. This one is refurbished certified, so it’s not brand new. Certified refurb usually means the speaker has been checked, tested and cleaned, then resold with possible light cosmetic marks from previous use, while remaining fully functional.
Who suits the Soundcore 2?
If you want something small enough to chuck in a bag but loud enough for a kitchen, garden, or campsite, the 12W output and Anker’s BassUp tuning focus on giving music a bit more weight than tiny “puck” speakers. The IPX7 rating matters if it’s likely to get rained on or splashed by the pool, and the quoted 24-hour battery life is geared towards long weekends away rather than daily charging.
- 12W stereo sound for more headroom than ultra-compact minis
- IPX7 waterproofing for heavy splashes and short dunks
- Wireless stereo pairing if you later add a second unit
