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  • Avg. price: ~£25
  • Audio output power: 20.00 W
  • Battery life: 16 hours
  • IP rating: IPX7
  • Bluetooth version: 5.3
  • Weight: 590 g

Anker Soundcore Select 2S 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.

6.9

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Speakers category.

Score components:

80.0%

6.3

Technical Score

20.0%

9.4

User score

Good
6.3

Technical Score

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 components:

32.0%

5.0

Audio

20.0%

6.2

Battery

18.0%

7.1

Durability

16.0%

6.6

Connectivity

8.0%

8.8

Controls

3.0%

9.4

Design

3.0%

5.3

Smart features

Good
9.4

User score

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 components:

70.0%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.6
(97)
United States
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4.6
(3033)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 8.5
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    5.7

    IP rating

    20.0%

    9.6

    Weight

    15.0%

    7.6

    Battery life

  • 6.2
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.1

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    7.6

    Battery life

    15.0%

    9.6

    Weight

    15.0%

    10

    Party mode

  • 4.7
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.0

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    3.1

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    9.6

    Weight

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Verdict

The Anker Soundcore Select 2S is an ultra-portable Bluetooth 5.3 speaker measuring 62 x 184 x 53 mm and weighing 589 grams, engineered to deliver 20W stereo sound through dual full-range drivers and dual passive radiators. Key performance advantages include a rugged IPX7 waterproof rating, proprietary BassUp technology for enhanced low-end response, app-customizable Pro EQ settings, True Wireless Stereo pairing, and an impressive battery life of up to 16 hours via USB-C charging. However, notable drawbacks include limited maximum volume output, subpar sound directivity due to its compact frame, a lack of a built-in microphone for phone calls, and no 3.5mm AUX input for wired audio connections.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Anker Soundcore Select 2S

Technical Score

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 components:

32.0%

5.0

Audio

20.0%

6.2

Battery

18.0%

7.1

Durability

16.0%

6.6

Connectivity

8.0%

8.8

Controls

3.0%

9.4

Design

3.0%

5.3

Smart features

6.3
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a technical score of 6.3 points, which is lower than 79% of products in this category.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.6
(97)
United States
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4.6
(3033)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.4
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a user score of 9.44 points, which is higher than 90.4% of products in this category.
Popularity
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.
10
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 66.6% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

6.9

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.9
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.9 points, which is higher than 60.4% of products in this category.
Audio output power
What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 W

20.00 W
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has an audio output power of 20.00 W which is higher than that of 46.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.4% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 20.00 W.
Driver unit size
What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 50 mm

38.00 mm
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a driver unit size of 38.00 mm which is smaller than that of 89.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.5% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 38.00 mm.
Number of drivers
What it is: The total number of speaker drivers built into the unit.
When it matters: When fuller driver arrays and broader sound coverage matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 2

2
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 2.
Frequency response tolerance
What it is: The allowed deviation around the stated frequency response curve.
When it matters: When a flatter and more accurate frequency response matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 3 dB

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Lowest frequency
What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <= 60 Hz

75.00 Hz
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a lowest frequency of 75.00 Hz which is higher than that of 66% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.3% of portable speakers.
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 75.00 Hz.
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Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive audio over Bluetooth.
When it matters: When wireless playback from phones, tablets, or computers matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
Anker Soundcore Select 2S supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 5.0

5.3
Anker Soundcore Select 2S supports Bluetooth version 5.3 which is newer than that of 78.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 17.6% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 5.3.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: The farthest distance at which the Bluetooth link can remain usable.
When it matters: When the source device may be far from the speaker.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 10 m

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Bluetooth profiles supported
What it is: The Bluetooth operating profiles available for playback, control, or calls.
When it matters: When Bluetooth playback, control, and call compatibility depend on specific profiles.

Importance: LOW

A2DP; AVRCP; HFP; HSP
Bluetooth LE Audio
What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports the low-energy Bluetooth audio standard.
When it matters: When newer low-power Bluetooth audio features matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Anker Soundcore Select 2S does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 h

16 hours
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a battery life of 16 hours which is longer than that of 73.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.1% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.
When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 5000 mAh

2,400 mAh
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a battery capacity of 2,400 mAh which is smaller than that of 54.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.9% of portable speakers.
Charging time
What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.
When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 4 h

4 hours
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a charging time of 4 hours which is longer than that of 67% of portable speakers and equal to that of 19.3% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.
When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 20 W

10 W
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a maximum charging input power of 10 W which is higher than that of 44.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 26.1% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker uses a battery that can be recharged.
When it matters: When portable use without disposable batteries or continuous mains power matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
What it is: The ingress protection code for dust and water resistance.
When it matters: When dust and water protection need to match the intended environment.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: IP67+

IPX7
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has an IP rating of IPX7 which provides better ingress protection than 47.6% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 25.2% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.
When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
Anker Soundcore Select 2S is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
What it is: Shows whether the enclosure is protected against dust ingress.
When it matters: When the speaker may be exposed to sand, soil, or dusty environments.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

no
Anker Soundcore Select 2S is not rated as dust resistant. 51.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
What it is: The maximum water depth the speaker is rated to withstand.
When it matters: When the speaker may be submerged or used very close to water.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 1 m

1 m
Anker Soundcore Select 2S 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
What it is: Indicates whether the housing is designed to survive accidental drops.
When it matters: When the speaker may be bumped or suffer an accidental fall during outdoor or travel use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Anker Soundcore Select 2S lacks an impact-resistance rating. 32.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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On-device controls placement
What it is: The physical area of the speaker where its controls are located.
When it matters: When you want controls that are easy to reach in the speaker intended placement.

Importance: LOW

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Touchscreen
What it is: Indicates whether a touch-sensitive screen is integrated.
When it matters: When direct visual control is more convenient than buttons or an app.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Anker Soundcore Select 2S does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
The speaker does not have an integrated touchscreen.
Smartphone app control
What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.
When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Anker Soundcore Select 2S supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated remote control is supplied or supported.
When it matters: When you want to control playback from across the room.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Anker Soundcore Select 2S does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No dedicated remote control is documented.
Fast pairing
What it is: Shows whether setup with compatible devices can be completed more quickly.
When it matters: When quick setup with compatible devices matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Anker Soundcore Select 2S does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No qualifying fast-pair capability; initial pairing is manual or standard.
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Weight
What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 1000 g

590 g
Anker Soundcore Select 2S weighs 590 g which is lighter than that of 59.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Height
What it is: The vertical external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit beneath shelves or in a compact bag.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 20 cm

6.3 cm
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a height of 6.3 cm which is shorter than that of 86.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% of portable speakers.
Width
What it is: The side-to-side external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit a narrow shelf, bag, or tabletop.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 25 cm

18.4 cm
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a width of 18.4 cm which is wider than that of 51.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Depth
What it is: The front-to-back depth of the speaker housing.
When it matters: When the speaker should take up less front-to-back space.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 10 cm

6.5 cm
Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a depth of 6.5 cm which is shallower than that of 68.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.4% of portable speakers.
Carry options
What it is: The available ways to carry, hang, or attach the speaker.
When it matters: When a handle, strap, or attachment point changes how you carry the speaker.

Importance: LOW

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Companion app name
What it is: The official app used to control settings and functions of the speaker.
When it matters: When app compatibility and the available control features depend on the official app.

Importance: LOW

Soundcore
Firmware updates
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive firmware revisions after purchase.
When it matters: When post-purchase fixes and feature improvements matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Anker Soundcore Select 2S supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
Firmware update method
What it is: The path used to install firmware updates on the speaker.
When it matters: When the convenience and reliability of installing updates matters.

Importance: LOW

OTA; App
Voice assistant support
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can work with supported voice assistants.
When it matters: When hands-free control through a compatible assistant matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Anker Soundcore Select 2S does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports direct voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
What it is: Shows whether Spotify can stream directly to the speaker over the network.
When it matters: When Spotify should stream directly without keeping phone audio active.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Anker Soundcore Select 2S does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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Anker Soundcore Select 2S vs the average portable speaker

  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
    What it is: The maximum water depth the speaker is rated to withstand.
    When it matters: When the speaker may be submerged or used very close to water.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 1 m

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).1 m vs 0 m
  • 9 more adjustable EQ bands
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (9 vs 0).
    9 app eq bands.
    What it is: The number of adjustable equalizer frequency bands available in the app.
    When it matters: When fine-grained sound adjustment in the companion app matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 5 bands

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (9 vs 0).9 vs 0
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    Simultaneous Bluetooth devices: 2.
    What it is: The number of source devices that can stay connected at the same time.
    When it matters: When switching between several connected source devices matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 2

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).2 vs 1
  • 4 more EQ presets
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (4 vs 0).
    4 eq presets.
    What it is: The number of preset sound tuning profiles that can be selected.
    When it matters: When you want more ready-made sound profiles for different content.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 4 presets

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (4 vs 0).4 vs 0
  • Has an equalizer
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
    What it is: Shows whether the sound balance can be adjusted across frequency ranges.
    When it matters: When you want to adjust bass, midrange, or treble balance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • 4 hours longer battery life
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (16 hours vs 12 hours).
    What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
    When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 20 h

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (16 hours vs 12 hours).16 hours vs 12 hours
  • Supports party mode
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
    What it is: Indicates whether multiple speakers can play the same audio together.
    When it matters: When several compatible speakers should play together.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
    What it is: Shows whether NFC can be used to start Bluetooth pairing quickly.
    When it matters: When you want faster tap-to-pair setup with compatible devices.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
  • 0.3 Bluetooth levels newer
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.3 vs 5.0).
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • 4 hours longer battery life
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (16 hours vs 12 hours).
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
  • Better ingress protection
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX7 vs IPX5).
  • 9 more adjustable EQ bands
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (9 vs 0).
  • 4 more EQ presets
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (4 vs 0).
  • Has an equalizer
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Supports party mode
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • Includes a travel bag
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.
  • 6.1 cm shorter
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S is shorter than the average portable speaker (6.3 cm vs 12.4 cm).
  • Supports firmware updates
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
  • 5 newer
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S was released more recently than the average portable speaker (2024 vs 2019).

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Smart features
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    Built-in microphones: 0.
  • 2,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    Upper frequency-response endpoint: 18000 Hz.
  • 7 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (85 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).
    Sound pressure level: 85.00 dB.
  • 12 mm smaller main driver
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (38 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 38.00 mm.
  • 15 Hz less deep bass extension
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (75 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 75.00 Hz.
  • 60 ms higher audio latency
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has higher audio latency than the average portable speaker (145 ms vs 85 ms).
    Audio latency: 145 ms.
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 7 fewer paired devices remembered
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S remembers fewer paired devices than the average portable speaker (1 vs 8).
    Remembered Bluetooth devices: 1.
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
  • 200 mAh less battery capacity
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2,400 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
    What it is: Shows whether the enclosure is protected against dust ingress.
    When it matters: When the speaker may be exposed to sand, soil, or dusty environments.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    Built-in microphones: 0.
    What it is: The number of microphones built into the speaker.
    When it matters: When voice pickup, calls, or beamforming performance matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 1

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).0 vs 1
  • 2,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    Upper frequency-response endpoint: 18000 Hz.
    What it is: The highest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
    When it matters: When upper-treble extension and high-frequency detail matter.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 20000 Hz

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).18000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • 7 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (85 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).
    Sound pressure level: 85.00 dB.
    What it is: The maximum acoustic loudness the speaker can produce.
    When it matters: When the speaker must play loudly in a large or outdoor space.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 90 dB SPL

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (85 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).85.00 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL
  • 12 mm smaller main driver
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (38 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 38.00 mm.
    What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
    When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 50 mm

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (38 mm vs 50.00 mm).38.00 mm vs 50.00 mm
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.
    When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <= 4 h

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).4 hours vs 3 hours
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
    What it is: Indicates whether a standard 3.5 mm analog audio socket is present.
    When it matters: When you need a reliable wired analog audio connection.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 7 fewer paired devices remembered
    Anker Soundcore Select 2S remembers fewer paired devices than the average portable speaker (1 vs 8).
    Remembered Bluetooth devices: 1.
    What it is: The number of previously paired devices the speaker can remember.
    When it matters: When many household devices reconnect to the speaker regularly.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 8

    Anker Soundcore Select 2S remembers fewer paired devices than the average portable speaker (1 vs 8).1 vs 8
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What customers like about Anker Soundcore Select 2S?

  • Affordable price point offering high value for money
  • Clear, detailed midrange frequencies and crisp vocal performance
  • Compact, lightweight, and highly portable form factor
  • Long-lasting battery life suitable for multi-day casual use
  • IPX7 waterproof rating provides strong protection against water damage
  • Companion Soundcore app allows custom graphic EQ adjustments and presets
  • Easy and stable Bluetooth pairing process
  • Stereo playback support with True Wireless Stereo (TWS) pairing capabilities

What customers dislike about Anker Soundcore Select 2S?

  • Lacks deep sub-bass rumble and cinematic punch, sounding flat without equalization
  • Maximum volume level is insufficient for large outdoor gatherings or noisy environments
  • Narrow sound directivity requires sitting directly in front of the speaker for optimal audio quality
  • Waterproofing flap covering the charging port is stiff and very difficult to open with fingers
  • Physical control buttons on the chassis are stiff and difficult to press repeatedly
  • Audio latency is high enough to cause noticeable lip-sync issues during video playback
  • No 3.5mm auxiliary input port, limiting connectivity exclusively to Bluetooth
  • True Wireless Stereo (TWS) pairing can occasionally disconnect or desynchronize

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which.co.uk
01/08/2024
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01/11/2024
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rtings.com
07/10/2024
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01/05/2026
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