Ultimate Ears portable Bluetooth speaker, the Everboom, is currently reduced in price by 25%, to $202.50 from a list of $269.99.
For a rugged, boisterous speaker with a strong outdoor game, this is one of the most enticing price points we’ve seen on a new-gen model.
Why This Everboom Speaker Deal Truly Stands Out
Somewhere between the pocket-sized Wonderboom and the more substantial Epicboom, the Everboom is an exercise in compact power. On the inside, it employs two full-range transducers matched to dual passive radiators for tight low-end impact while keeping vocals crystal clear. In the real world, that architecture provides fuller bass than we find in our other travel-friendly speaker offerings, yet it allows the mids to stay clear enough for podcasts and acoustic playlists.
Ultimate Ears also bakes in an Outdoor Boost mode, which lifts the upper midrange and treble so music doesn’t disappear into open-air spaces. After a few hours of listening, I realize just how useful it can be. Sound dissipates more quickly outside than in the biggest indoor rooms, and some target EQ can restore presence without having to crank the volume up into distortion.
Durability and battery life for outdoor-friendly use
With an IP67 rating, the Everboom is dust-tight and sealed against temporary immersion at depths up to 1 meter for 30 minutes under IEC 60529. It’s made to float, and the housing can survive drops of about a meter—so pool decks, tailgates, and campsite knocks aren’t deal breakers. This is the type of kit you can throw in a bag without babying.
Battery life is rated at up to 20 hours, a generous amount for this size class. Like all portable speakers, consider your run time dependent on volume and EQ settings; Outdoor Boost at high levels will pull more power. A USB-C charging mechanism keeps things nice and simple, and it’s easy to top off from a power bank on the road.
Audio features that matter for everyday listening
The Boom app offers adjustable EQ (complete with presets), so you can easily shift from bass-heavy playlists to spoken word or live recordings. There’s also support for multi-speaker PartyUp, which lets you connect compatible Ultimate Ears models to achieve bigger sound over, say, a patio or living room—useful when you want better coverage without lugging around a single huge speaker.
Specs only tell part of the story, but independent testing labs that get hands-on with all types of products, like Rtings, have consistently cited good build quality and reliable tuning across the lineup. The Everboom subscribes to that design philosophy, emphasizing tough construction and useful features over flashy gimmicks.
How the Everboom compares with popular rivals
It’s the outdoorsy all-rounder, one that’s pitched against rivals priced in their teens. (See our JBL Charge-series speaker for solid battery life and a comparable rugged, IP67-rated design.) But the Everboom’s float-friendly design as well as its Outdoor Boost push it ahead in terms of poolside and beach use. The SoundLink Flex from Bose sounds impressively clear for its smaller size, but it’s smaller and offers less bass headroom. If you want Wi‑Fi, voice assistants or multiroom capabilities, a compact speaker like the Sonos Roam provides that—at the cost of all-out loudness and stamina.
In other words, if you need Bluetooth audio that’s reliable, loud, and portable enough to survive outdoors, Everboom hits a sweet spot. And if home-network features are of primary interest, or if you demand audiophile-tuned perfection at quiet levels, you might want to look for a Wi‑Fi smart speaker or larger battery-powered model with more nuanced drivers.
Buying advice to get the best value on Everboom
Colorways can be priced differently, so make sure to check all those options before you buy; retailers often discount cobalt or limited hues first. Make sure that the product comes with a complete manufacturer warranty and an easy return policy. If you already have a compatible Ultimate Ears speaker, think about whether roping in more would make sense for your space—PartyUp can be a budget-friendly way to extend coverage without moving up to something much larger.
If shoppers are looking for a rugged, pool-friendly speaker with decent battery life and the ability to expand later on, this 25% discount makes the Everboom an easy recommendation. For $202.50, it offers large, outdoor-capable sound, sensible protection, and app-based tuning at a price that’s tough to beat in its class.
