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Altec The Jacket Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£25Audio output power:5.00 WBattery life:?IP rating:IP67Bluetooth version:3.0Weight:454 g

Altec The Jacket Review: Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

Altec The Jacket
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
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â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

80%

7.1

Technical score

20%

9.0

User score

â–²Better than 88% of portable speakers
8.2

Value for money

Value for money
8.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

★Better than 90%
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components

32%

7.0

Audio

20%

6.9

Battery

18%

9.5

Durability

16%

5.3

Connectivity

8%

5.9

Controls

3%

8.9

Design

3%

5.8

Smart features

â–²Better than 80%
9.0

User score

User score
9.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

9.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 88%
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Altec The Jacket

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components:

32%

7.0

Audio

20%

6.9

Battery

18%

9.5

Durability

16%

5.3

Connectivity

8%

5.9

Controls

3%

8.9

Design

3%

5.8

Smart features

7.1
User score
User score
9.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

9.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.0
Popularity
Popularity
9.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 88% of models
Popularity:
Altec The Jacket has a popularity score of 9.4 points, which is higher than 88% of products in this category.
9.4
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

8.2
Audio output power
5 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 5 W which is lower than that of 80% of portable speakers and equal to that of 8.9% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
?
Number of drivers
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable speaker has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 20 Hz which is lower than that of 84.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 14% of portable speakers.
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
3
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 3 which is older than that of 85.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.5% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Market range: <10 m – >30 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
A2DP; AVRCP; HFP
Bluetooth LE Audio
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
?
Battery capacity
1,500 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 1,500 mAh which is smaller than that of 77.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.1% of portable speakers.
Charging time
2.5 hours
Market range: <2 hours – >5 hours
This portable speaker has a charging time of 2.5 hours which is shorter than that of 70.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.2% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
?
Built-in rechargeable battery
yes
This portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
IP67
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IP67 which provides better ingress protection than 80% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 19.1% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
yes
This portable speaker is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
yes
This portable speaker is dust resistant. 48.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
1 m
Market range: <0 m – >1 m
This portable speaker has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m which is deeper than that of 52.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 47.4% of portable speakers.
Drop resistance
yes
This portable speaker resists accidental impacts. 67.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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On-device controls placement
?
Touchscreen
?
Smartphone app control
yes
This portable speaker supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
no
This portable speaker does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
454 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 454 g which is lighter than that of 69.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Height
6.35 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 6.35 cm which is shorter than that of 86.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Width
16.5 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 16.5 cm which is narrower than that of 55.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.1% of portable speakers.
Depth
?
Carry options
strap
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Companion app name
?
Firmware updates
yes
This portable speaker supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
Firmware update method
?
Voice assistant support
yes
This portable speaker supports voice assistants. 73.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports direct voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Altec The Jacket vs the average portable speaker

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  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
    IP67 vs IPX5
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    This portable speaker has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
    1 m vs 0 m
  • 40 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (20 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    20 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • Resists accidental impacts
    This portable speaker resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • Floats in water
    This portable speaker floats in water, while the average portable speaker does not float in water.
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • 0.5 hours shorter charging time
    This portable speaker has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2.5 hours vs 3 hours).
    2.5 hours vs 3 hours
  • 12.9% higher user score
    User score
    9.0/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
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    the average portable speaker
    Altec The Jacket has a higher user score than the average portable speaker (9.03 vs 8).
    9.03 vs 8
  • 3.6x cheaper
    Altec The Jacket is cheaper than the average portable speaker (£25 vs £90).
    £25 vs £90
  • 9% better value for money
    Altec The Jacket offers better value for money than the average portable speaker (8.23 vs 7.5).
    8.23 vs 7.55
  • 2.22x more popular
    Altec The Jacket is more popular than the average portable speaker (9.36 vs 4.21).
    9.36 vs 4.21
  • 40 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (20 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    20 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • 0.5 hours shorter charging time
    This portable speaker has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2.5 hours vs 3 hours).
    2.5 hours vs 3 hours
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
    IP67 vs IPX5
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    This portable speaker has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
    1 m vs 0 m
  • Resists accidental impacts
    This portable speaker resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • Floats in water
    This portable speaker floats in water, while the average portable speaker does not float in water.
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • Has an FM radio
    This portable speaker has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
  • 6.05 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (6.4 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    6.35 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 346 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (454 g vs 800 g).
    454 g vs 800 g
  • Supports voice assistants
    This portable speaker supports voice assistants, while the average portable speaker does not support voice assistants.
    Supports direct voice-assistant control.
  • Supports firmware updates
    This portable speaker supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
    Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
  • 15 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20 W).
    5 W vs 20 W
  • 2 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (3 vs 5).
    3 vs 5
  • 1,100 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    1,500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    This portable speaker does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • 6 older
    This portable speaker was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2013 vs 2019).
    2013 vs 2019
  • 15 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20 W).
    5 W vs 20 W
  • 2 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (3 vs 5).
    3 vs 5
  • 1,100 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    1,500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    This portable speaker does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • 6 older
    This portable speaker was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2013 vs 2019).
    2013 vs 2019

Video reviews

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Altec The Jacket

  • Extremely durable, rugged build quality that is shockproof, sandproof, and snowproof
  • Excellent IP67 waterproof certification allowing it to safely submerge and float in water
  • Highly portable, lightweight, and compact design that easily fits in small bags
  • Integrated speakerphone capability for taking hands-free voice calls
  • Features a built-in tripod mounting thread on the bottom for easy attachment
  • Good, clear sound profile for mids and highs relative to its small size
  • Affordable pricing offering high value for money

What customers don't like about Altec The Jacket

  • Noticeable lack of low-end frequencies and weak, flat bass performance
  • Audio quality tends to distort, crackle, or sound strained at maximum volume
  • Poor microphone pickup and audio clarity during speakerphone calls if not close by
  • Awkward volume controls that require double-pressing or long-pressing, making quick adjustments difficult
  • Soundstage feels thin and unidirectional when placed vertically instead of horizontally
  • Limited Bluetooth range compared to larger heavy-duty alternatives

Verdict

The Altec Lansing Jacket is an ultra-portable, 10-watt Bluetooth speaker characterized by dual 1.5-inch neodymium drivers, a 40mm passive bass radiator, and a robust IP67 "everything-proof" chassis measuring 6.5 x 2 x 2.5 inches. Main pros include a durable, floating design that is waterproof, sandproof, and shockproof, a generous 100-foot wireless range, True Wireless Stereo pairing for dual-unit linkage, an integrated speakerphone microphone, and up to 10 hours of rechargeable battery life. On the downside, the speaker lacks deep low-end bass extension due to its compact form factor, features un-customizable status lights that can be annoying in dark settings, and has been noted by some users to experience inconsistent Bluetooth connectivity when pairing with Windows 10 computers.

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