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Anker Soundcore Select Pro Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Audio output power:30.00 WBattery life:16 hoursIP rating:IPX7Bluetooth version:5.0Weight:2000 g

Anker Soundcore Select Pro 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.

Anker Soundcore Select Pro
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
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Speakers category.
Score distribution
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Score components

80%

7.3

Technical score

20%

8.4

User score

★Better than 90% of portable speakers
8.3

Value for money

Value for money
8.3/ 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 93%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 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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Score components

32%

7.1

Audio

20%

7.3

Battery

18%

7.8

Durability

16%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

8.5

Controls

3%

7.1

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

★Better than 90%
8.4

User score

User score
8.4/ 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%

9.4

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 76%
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Anker Soundcore Select Pro

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 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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Score components:

32%

7.1

Audio

20%

7.3

Battery

18%

7.8

Durability

16%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

8.5

Controls

3%

7.1

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

7.3
User score
User score
8.4/ 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%

9.4

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.4
Popularity
Popularity
5.9/ 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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Popularity:
Anker Soundcore Select Pro has a popularity score of 5.9 points, which is higher than 62.3% of products in this category.
5.9
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 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

8.3
Audio output power
30 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 30 W which is higher than that of 62% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.5% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
70 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 70 mm which is larger than that of 73.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.1% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
2
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
50 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 50 Hz which is lower than that of 59.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 9.1% 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
5
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 5 which is newer than that of 46.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 24.4% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
20 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 20 m which is longer than that of 78.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.4% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
?
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
16 hours
This portable speaker 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
3,350 mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 3,350 mAh which is larger than that of 65.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1% of portable speakers.
Charging time
?
Maximum charging input power
10 W
This portable speaker 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
yes
This portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
IPX7
This portable speaker 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
yes
This portable speaker is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
no
This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant. 51.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
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
top
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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
2000 g
This portable speaker weighs 2000 g which is heavier than that of 71.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Height
16.8 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 16.8 cm which is taller than that of 64.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% of portable speakers.
Width
30.2 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 30.2 cm which is wider than that of 80.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Depth
?
Carry options
handle
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Companion app name
Soundcore
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
OTA; App
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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Anker Soundcore Select Pro vs the average portable speaker

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  • 10 m longer Bluetooth range
    This portable speaker has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (20 m vs 10 m).
    20 m vs 10 m
  • 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
  • 20,000 Hz higher maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 10 dB SPL higher maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (102 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    102 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 4 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (4 vs 0).
    4 vs 0
  • 20 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (70 mm vs 50 mm).
    70 mm vs 50 mm
  • 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.
  • 9.6% better value for money
    Anker Soundcore Select Pro offers better value for money than the average portable speaker (8.27 vs 7.5).
    8.27 vs 7.55
  • 4.4% higher user score
    User score
    8.4/ 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
    Anker Soundcore Select Pro has a higher user score than the average portable speaker (8.35 vs 8).
    8.35 vs 8
  • 20,000 Hz higher maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 10 dB SPL higher maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (102 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    102 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 20 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (70 mm vs 50 mm).
    70 mm vs 50 mm
  • 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.
  • Has beamforming microphones
    This portable speaker has beamforming microphones, while the average portable speaker does not have beamforming microphones.
    Uses beamforming microphone technology.
  • 10 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (30 W vs 20 W).
    30 W vs 20 W
  • 10 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (50 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    50 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 10 m longer Bluetooth range
    This portable speaker has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (20 m vs 10 m).
    20 m vs 10 m
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
  • 4 hours longer battery life
    This portable speaker has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (16 hours vs 12 hours).
    16 hours vs 12 hours
  • Has a power bank function
    This portable speaker has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • 750 mAh more battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (3,350 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    3,350 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 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.
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX7 vs IPX5).
    IPX7 vs IPX5
  • 4 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (4 vs 0).
    4 vs 0
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker 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.
  • 1,200 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (2000 g vs 800 g).
    2,000 g vs 800 g
  • 12.1 cm wider
    This portable speaker is wider than the average portable speaker (30.2 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    30.2 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 4.4 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (16.8 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    16.8 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker 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.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 1,200 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (2000 g vs 800 g).
    2,000 g vs 800 g
  • 12.1 cm wider
    This portable speaker is wider than the average portable speaker (30.2 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    30.2 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 4.4 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (16.8 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    16.8 cm vs 12.4 cm

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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 Anker Soundcore Select Pro

  • Powerful stereo sound with impressive, deep bass response enhanced by the BassUp feature.
  • Excellent battery life offering up to 16 hours of continuous playback on a single charge.
  • Fully IPX7 waterproof design that safely floats on water, making it ideal for pool parties.
  • Great value for money, delivering premium audio capabilities at an affordable price point.
  • Built-in LED lights that flash and dance in synchronization with the music beat.
  • Highly customizable sound profiles and lighting options via the companion Soundcore app.
  • Sturdy integrated carry handle makes the robust and lightweight body easy to transport.

What customers don't like about Anker Soundcore Select Pro

  • Lacks an auxiliary (3.0mm/Aux-in) port, limiting physical audio connections to Bluetooth only.
  • Floats upside down in water, causing the speaker drivers to point downward into the pool.
  • The default factory equalizer settings can sound flat or muffled out of the box without manual tweaking.
  • Audio quality can experience distortion or sound heavily strained when pushed to maximum volume levels.
  • Minor Bluetooth latency or audio delay reported by some users when watching videos on platforms like YouTube.
  • The retail package includes a USB-C charging cable but lacks an included wall charging block.

Verdict

The Anker Soundcore Select Pro is a rugged, portable outdoor Bluetooth 5.0 speaker featuring a 30W stereo output power, dual 70mm drivers, and a frequency response up to 40kHz. Key advantages include its IPX7 waterproof rating that allows it to float in water, a built-in carry handle for easy transport, integrated beat-driven LED lights, customizable EQ via the Soundcore app, a 16-hour battery life, and PowerIQ technology to charge external devices via USB-C. However, it lacks a traditional 3.5mm auxiliary input port for wired audio sources and can experience compressed, somewhat distorted sound fidelity when played at maximum volume levels.

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