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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£90
  • Avg. price in US: ~$120
  • Audio output power: 6.00 W
  • Battery life: ?
  • IP rating: IP53
  • Bluetooth version: 2.1
  • Weight: 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.

7.0

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%

6.9

Technical Score

20.0%

7.3

User score

Very good
6.9

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%

6.9

Audio

20.0%

7.2

Battery

18.0%

7.6

Durability

16.0%

6.2

Connectivity

8.0%

5.2

Controls

3.0%

9.9

Design

3.0%

6.2

Smart features

Good
7.3

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%

10

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Very good
  • 9.1
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    7.4

    IP rating

    20.0%

    10

    Weight

    15.0%

    ?

    Battery life

  • 5.3
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.4

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

    15.0%

    ?

    Party mode

  • 5.8
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    1.4

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

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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.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Boombotix Boombot Rex

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%

6.9

Audio

20.0%

7.2

Battery

18.0%

7.6

Durability

16.0%

6.2

Connectivity

8.0%

5.2

Controls

3.0%

9.9

Design

3.0%

6.2

Smart features

6.9
Boombotix Boombot Rex has a technical score of 6.89 points, which is higher than 53.8% 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%

10

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

7.3
Boombotix Boombot Rex has a user score of 7.3 points, which is lower than 87.2% 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.
1.0
Boombotix Boombot Rex has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 58.2% 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%

7.0

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.9
Boombotix Boombot Rex 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

6.00 W
Boombotix Boombot Rex has an audio output power of 6.00 W which is lower than that of 77% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.9% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 6.00 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

36.00 mm
Boombotix Boombot Rex has a driver unit size of 36.00 mm which is smaller than that of 94.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 36.00 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

3
Boombotix Boombot Rex has 3 drivers, which is more than 70.1% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 11.5% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 3.
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

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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
Boombotix Boombot Rex 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

2.1
Boombotix Boombot Rex 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.
Bluetooth version: 2.1.
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; 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
Boombotix Boombot Rex 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

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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

1,000 mAh
Boombotix Boombot Rex 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
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

1 hours
Boombotix Boombot Rex has a charging time of 1 hours 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
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

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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
Boombotix Boombot Rex 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+

IP53
Boombotix Boombot Rex has an IP rating of IP53 which provides better ingress protection than 73.7% 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
Boombotix Boombot Rex 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

yes
Boombotix Boombot Rex is dust resistant. 48.6% 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

0 m
Boombotix Boombot Rex is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of cameras have a native waterproof depth rating.
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

yes
Boombotix Boombot Rex resists accidental impacts. 67.3% 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
Boombotix Boombot Rex 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

no
Boombotix Boombot Rex does not support smartphone app control. 54% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
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
Boombotix Boombot Rex 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

yes
Boombotix Boombot Rex supports fast pairing. 77.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports documented one-tap or quick device pairing.
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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

180 g
Boombotix Boombot Rex 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
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

8 cm
Boombotix Boombot Rex 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
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

8.5 cm
Boombotix Boombot Rex 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
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

5.4 cm
Boombotix Boombot Rex 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
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

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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

no
Boombotix Boombot Rex does not support firmware updates. 47.2% 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

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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

yes
Boombotix Boombot Rex supports voice assistants. 73.6% 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
Boombotix Boombot Rex does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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Boombotix Boombot Rex vs the average portable speaker

  • 2 hours shorter charging time
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (1 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

    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (1 hours vs 3 hours).1 hours vs 3 hours
  • Better ingress protection
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP53 vs IPX5).
    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+

    Boombotix Boombot Rex has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP53 vs IPX5).IP53 vs IPX5
  • Has a noise-canceling microphone
    Boombotix Boombot Rex 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.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphones can reduce surrounding noise during capture.
    When it matters: When calls or voice commands must remain clear around background noise.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a noise-canceling microphone, while the average portable speaker does not have a noise-canceling microphone.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
    What it is: Shows whether the device uses separate left and right audio channels.
    When it matters: When true left-and-right channel playback matters without pairing a second speaker.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Boombotix Boombot Rex has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • Claims MIL-STD-810 compliance
    Boombotix Boombot Rex claims MIL-STD-810 compliance, while the average portable speaker does not claim MIL-STD-810 compliance.
    What it is: Shows whether testing against MIL-STD-810 durability procedures is claimed.
    When it matters: When independently defined durability test procedures matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Boombotix Boombot Rex claims MIL-STD-810 compliance, while the average portable speaker does not claim MIL-STD-810 compliance.
  • Resists accidental impacts
    Boombotix Boombot Rex resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
    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

    Boombotix Boombot Rex resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • 1 more speaker drivers
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).
    Acoustic drivers: 3.
    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

    Boombotix Boombot Rex has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).3 vs 2
  • Supports fast pairing
    Boombotix Boombot Rex supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
    Supports documented one-tap or quick device 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

    Boombotix Boombot Rex supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Has a noise-canceling microphone
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a noise-canceling microphone, while the average portable speaker does not have a noise-canceling microphone.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • 1 more speaker drivers
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).
  • 3 dB SPL higher maximum sound pressure
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a higher maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (95 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).
  • 2 hours shorter charging time
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (1 hours vs 3 hours).
  • Better ingress protection
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP53 vs IPX5).
  • Resists accidental impacts
    Boombotix Boombot Rex resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • Claims MIL-STD-810 compliance
    Boombotix Boombot Rex claims MIL-STD-810 compliance, while the average portable speaker does not claim MIL-STD-810 compliance.
  • Supports fast pairing
    Boombotix Boombot Rex supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • 620 g lighter
    Boombotix Boombot Rex is lighter than the average portable speaker (180 g vs 800 g).
  • Includes a travel bag
    Boombotix Boombot Rex includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.
  • 9.6 cm narrower
    Boombotix Boombot Rex is narrower than the average portable speaker (8.5 cm vs 18.1 cm).
  • 2.9 cm shallower
    Boombotix Boombot Rex is shallower than the average portable speaker (5.4 cm vs 8.3 cm).
  • 4.4 cm shorter
    Boombotix Boombot Rex is shorter than the average portable speaker (8 cm vs 12.4 cm).
  • Supports voice assistants
    Boombotix Boombot Rex supports voice assistants, while the average portable speaker does not support voice assistants.

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Smart features
  • 14 mm smaller main driver
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (36 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 36.00 mm.
  • 14 W less audio output power
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (6 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 6.00 W.
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 2.1.
  • 1,600 mAh less battery capacity
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Boombotix Boombot Rex 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
    Boombotix Boombot Rex does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
    True left/right stereo pairing: not supported.
  • 6 older
    Boombotix Boombot Rex was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2013 vs 2019).
    Release year: 2013.
  • 1,600 mAh less battery capacity
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    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

    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).1000 mAh vs 2600 mAh
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Boombotix Boombot Rex does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker 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

    Boombotix Boombot Rex does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
  • 14 mm smaller main driver
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (36 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 36.00 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

    Boombotix Boombot Rex has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (36 mm vs 50.00 mm).36.00 mm vs 50.00 mm
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 2.1.
    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

    Boombotix Boombot Rex has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).2.1 vs 5.0
  • 14 W less audio output power
    Boombotix Boombot Rex has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (6 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 6.00 W.
    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

    Boombotix Boombot Rex has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (6 W vs 20.00 W).6.00 W vs 20.00 W
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    Boombotix Boombot Rex does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
    True left/right stereo pairing: not supported.
    What it is: Indicates whether two compatible speakers can form a stereo pair.
    When it matters: When two compatible speakers should form separate left and right channels.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Boombotix Boombot Rex does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • 3.69x less popular
    Boombotix Boombot Rex is less popular than the average portable speaker (1.00 vs 3.688).
    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.
    Boombotix Boombot Rex is less popular than the average portable speaker (1.00 vs 3.688).1 vs 3.69
  • 6 older
    Boombotix Boombot Rex was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2013 vs 2019).
    Release year: 2013.
    What it is: The official launch timing of the speaker model.
    When it matters: When newer connectivity, software support, or product longevity matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 2024

    Boombotix Boombot Rex was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2013 vs 2019).2,013 vs 2,019
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
1 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

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 dislike 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

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pcmag.com
10/09/2013
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momentummag.com
31/07/2013
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charliewhite.net
09/08/2013
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Review: Tiny Boombot Rex speaker rocks your palms off
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the-gadgeteer.com
25/10/2014
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the-gadgeteer.com
25/09/2015
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tomsguide.com
02/09/2014
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ilounge.com
16/05/2021
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uk.pcmag.com
10/09/2013
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geardiary.com
11/08/2013
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fanbolt.com
27/08/2014
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au.pcmag.com
10/09/2013
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