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Boombotix Boombot Rex Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Audio output power:6.00 WBattery life:?IP rating:IP53Bluetooth version:2.1Weight:180 g

Boombotix Boombot Rex 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.

Boombotix Boombot Rex
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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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Score distribution
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Score components

80%

6.6

Technical score

20%

7.5

User score

â–²Better than 55% of portable speakers
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 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%

6.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 68%
6.6

Technical score

Technical score
6.6/ 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%

6.4

Audio

20%

6.9

Battery

18%

7.6

Durability

16%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

5.1

Controls

3%

9.9

Design

3%

5.9

Smart features

â–²Better than 54%
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 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%

10

User ratings

30%

1.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 82%
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Boombotix Boombot Rex

Technical score
Technical score
6.6/ 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%

6.4

Audio

20%

6.9

Battery

18%

7.6

Durability

16%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

5.1

Controls

3%

9.9

Design

3%

5.9

Smart features

6.6
User score
User score
7.5/ 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%

10

User ratings

30%

1.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
1.7/ 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:
Boombotix Boombot Rex has a popularity score of 1.7 points, which is lower than 58.2% of products in this category.
1.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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%

6.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.8
Audio output power
6 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 6 W which is lower than that of 77% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.9% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
36 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 36 mm which is smaller than that of 94.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
3
This portable speaker has 3 drivers, which is more than 70.1% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 11.5% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
?
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
2.1
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 2.1 which is older than that of 92% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
?
Bluetooth profiles supported
A2DP; HFP; HSP
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
1,000 mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 1,000 mAh which is smaller than that of 87.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.1% of portable speakers.
Charging time
1 hour
This portable speaker has a charging time of 1 hour which is shorter than that of 96.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.8% 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
IP53
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IP53 which provides better ingress protection than 73.7% 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
Not waterproof m
This portable speaker is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of portable speakers have a native waterproof depth rating.
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
no
This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control. 54% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
Remote control
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
yes
This portable speaker supports fast pairing. 77.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
180 g
This portable speaker weighs 180 g which is lighter than that of 92.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.7% of portable speakers.
Height
8 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 8 cm which is shorter than that of 72.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Width
8.5 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 8.5 cm which is narrower than that of 84.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Depth
5.4 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 5.4 cm which is shallower than that of 79.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Carry options
?
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Companion app name
?
Firmware updates
no
This portable speaker does not support firmware updates. 47.2% 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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Boombotix Boombot Rex vs the average portable speaker

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  • 2 hours shorter charging time
    This portable speaker has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (1 hours vs 3 hours).
    1 hours vs 3 hours
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP53 vs IPX5).
    IP53 vs IPX5
  • Has a noise-canceling microphone
    This portable speaker has a noise-canceling microphone, while the average portable speaker does not have a noise-canceling microphone.
    Uses microphone noise/echo cancellation for calls or voice.
  • 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.
  • Claims MIL-STD-810 compliance
    This portable speaker claims MIL-STD-810 compliance, while the average portable speaker does not claim MIL-STD-810 compliance.
  • Resists accidental impacts
    This portable speaker resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • 1 more speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • Supports fast pairing
    This portable speaker supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Has a noise-canceling microphone
    This portable speaker has a noise-canceling microphone, while the average portable speaker does not have a noise-canceling microphone.
    Uses microphone noise/echo cancellation for calls or voice.
  • 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.
  • 1 more speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 3 dB SPL higher maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (95 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    95 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 2 hours shorter charging time
    This portable speaker has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (1 hours vs 3 hours).
    1 hours vs 3 hours
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP53 vs IPX5).
    IP53 vs IPX5
  • Resists accidental impacts
    This portable speaker resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • Claims MIL-STD-810 compliance
    This portable speaker claims MIL-STD-810 compliance, while the average portable speaker does not claim MIL-STD-810 compliance.
  • Supports fast pairing
    This portable speaker supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • 620 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (180 g vs 800 g).
    180 g vs 800 g
  • Includes a travel bag
    This portable speaker includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.
  • 9.6 cm narrower
    This portable speaker is narrower than the average portable speaker (8.5 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    8.5 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 2.9 cm shallower
    This portable speaker is shallower than the average portable speaker (5.4 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    5.4 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 4.4 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (8 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    8 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • Supports voice assistants
    This portable speaker supports voice assistants, while the average portable speaker does not support voice assistants.
    Supports direct voice-assistant control.
  • 1,600 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    1,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • 14 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (36 mm vs 50 mm).
    36 mm vs 50 mm
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5
  • 14 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (6 W vs 20 W).
    6 W vs 20 W
  • 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
  • 6.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 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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    Boombotix Boombot Rex
    the average portable speaker
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a lower user score than the average portable speaker (7.52 vs 8).
    7.52 vs 8
  • 6.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 10
    ✕
    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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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Boombotix Boombot Rex
    the average portable speaker
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a lower user score than the average portable speaker (7.52 vs 8).
    7.52 vs 8
  • 14 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (36 mm vs 50 mm).
    36 mm vs 50 mm
  • 14 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (6 W vs 20 W).
    6 W vs 20 W
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5
  • 1,600 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    1,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    This portable speaker does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • 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

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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 Boombotix Boombot Rex

  • Ultra-portable, compact, and lightweight hexagonal design
  • Ruggedized, durable ABS construction suitable for outdoor use
  • Water and splash-resistant exterior protects against rain and snow
  • Heavy-duty built-in clip attaches securely to backpacks, belts, and clothing
  • Impressive maximum volume output for its small size
  • Supports daisy-chaining multiple units together for expanded sound
  • Includes speakerphone functionality with built-in noise-cancelling microphone
  • Can act as a wireless Bluetooth receiver when wired to larger speaker systems

What customers don't like about Boombotix Boombot Rex

  • Audio distorts noticeably when turned up to high or maximum volumes
  • Lacks deep, rich bass response and punchy treble tones
  • Relatively low battery life, averaging only 6 to 8 hours of playback
  • The thick rear-mounted clip blocks the port holes for the woofer
  • No ability to rewind tracks directly from the device controls
  • Side rubber flaps protecting the ports can be very difficult and annoying to open
  • Lacks helpful voice prompts or audio notifications for low battery warnings
  • High initial retail price tag compared to similarly performing competitors

Verdict

The Boombotix Boombot Rex is a rugged, IP53 water-resistant portable Bluetooth speaker featuring dual 36mm drivers (2x3W power output), a built-in clothing clip, integrated Siri/voice control, and 3.5mm audio input/output ports that allow for daisy-chaining multiple units. Main pros include its exceptionally loud audio performance for an ultra-portable geometric size, highly durable high-impact ABS housing, and convenient wearable design supported by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery offering 6 to 8 hours of playback. However, it suffers from noticeable audio distortion at maximum volume levels, a relatively brief battery lifespan compared to newer competitors, and lacks an adjustable EQ.

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