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Logitech Ue Mobile Boombox Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Audio output power:5.00 WBattery life:10 hoursIP rating:?Bluetooth version:2.1Weight:298 g

Logitech Ue Mobile Boombox 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.

Logitech Ue Mobile Boombox
5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 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%

5.2

Technical score

20%

8.8

User score

â–¼Worse than 92% of portable speakers
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 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%

5.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 90%
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 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%

4.6

Audio

20%

4.6

Battery

18%

6.4

Durability

16%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

4.1

Controls

3%

9.6

Design

3%

3.9

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 99%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 83%
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Logitech Ue Mobile Boombox

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 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
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Score distribution
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Score components:

32%

4.6

Audio

20%

4.6

Battery

18%

6.4

Durability

16%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

4.1

Controls

3%

9.6

Design

3%

3.9

Smart features

5.2
User score
User score
8.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.8
Popularity
Popularity
9.1/ 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:
Logitech Ue Mobile Boombox has a popularity score of 9.1 points, which is higher than 86.5% of products in this category.
9.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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%

5.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.1
Audio output power
5 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 5 W which is lower than that of 80% of portable speakers and equal to that of 8.9% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
25 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 25 mm which is smaller than that of 98.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 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
150 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 150 Hz which is higher than that of 93% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.5% 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
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
15 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 15 m which is longer than that of 75.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.1% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
A2DP; HFP
Bluetooth LE Audio
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
10 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 10 hours which is shorter than that of 53.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 12.9% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
1,100 mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 1,100 mAh which is smaller than that of 86.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% of portable speakers.
Charging time
4 hours
This portable speaker 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
5 W
This portable speaker has a maximum charging input power of 5 W which is lower than that of 58.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 38.5% 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
?
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
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
?
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On-device controls placement
top; rear
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
no
This portable speaker does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
298 g
This portable speaker weighs 298 g which is lighter than that of 81.7% of portable speakers.
Height
6.1 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 6.1 cm which is shorter than that of 87.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% of portable speakers.
Width
11.1 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 11.1 cm which is narrower than that of 70.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Depth
?
Carry options
none
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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.
Firmware update method
USB
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Spotify Connect
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Logitech Ue Mobile Boombox vs the average portable speaker

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  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 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.
  • 5 m longer Bluetooth range
    This portable speaker has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (15 m vs 10 m).
    15 m vs 10 m
  • 3 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (83 dB vs 80 dB).
    83 dB vs 80 dB
  • 502 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (298 g vs 800 g).
    298 g vs 800 g
  • Includes a power adapter
    This portable speaker includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • Includes a travel bag
    This portable speaker includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.
  • 6.3 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (6.1 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    6.1 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 9.8% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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.
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    the average portable speaker
    Logitech Ue Mobile Boombox has a higher user score than the average portable speaker (8.79 vs 8).
    8.79 vs 8
  • 2.17x more popular
    Logitech Ue Mobile Boombox is more popular than the average portable speaker (9.12 vs 4.21).
    9.12 vs 4.21
  • 2.57x cheaper
    Logitech Ue Mobile Boombox is cheaper than the average portable speaker (£35 vs £90).
    £35 vs £90
  • 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.
  • 3 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (83 dB vs 80 dB).
    83 dB vs 80 dB
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 5 m longer Bluetooth range
    This portable speaker has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (15 m vs 10 m).
    15 m vs 10 m
  • Includes a power adapter
    This portable speaker includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • 502 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (298 g vs 800 g).
    298 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.
  • 6.3 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (6.1 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    6.1 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 7 cm narrower
    This portable speaker is narrower than the average portable speaker (11.1 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    11.1 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 90 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (150 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    150 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 14 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (78 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    78 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 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.
  • 1,500 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,100 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    1,100 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 2,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 25 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (25 mm vs 50 mm).
    25 mm vs 50 mm
  • 15 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20 W).
    5 W vs 20 W
  • 5.8% worse value for money
    Logitech Ue Mobile Boombox offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (7.13 vs 7.5).
    7.13 vs 7.55
  • 90 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (150 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    150 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 14 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (78 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    78 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 25 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (25 mm vs 50 mm).
    25 mm vs 50 mm
  • 2,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 15 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 20 W).
    5 W vs 20 W
  • 2.9 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 fewer USB ports
    This portable speaker has fewer USB ports than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 1,500 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,100 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    1,100 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
    4 hours vs 3 hours
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    This portable speaker has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
    5 W vs 10 W
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (10 hours vs 12 hours).
    10 hours vs 12 hours
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 20 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (-20 °C vs 0 °C).
    -20 °C vs 0 °C
  • 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.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • Does not provide voice prompts
    This portable speaker does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
  • 7 older
    This portable speaker was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2012 vs 2019).
    2012 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 Logitech Ue Mobile Boombox

  • Compact and highly portable design
  • Surprisingly loud and clear audio for its small size
  • Long-lasting battery life of up to 10 hours
  • Simple and reliable Bluetooth pairing process
  • Allows multi-device connection (up to 8 devices saved)
  • Includes a functional built-in microphone for speakerphone calls
  • Durable and rugged rubberised exterior

What customers don't like about Logitech Ue Mobile Boombox

  • Lacks deep or thumping bass
  • Audio distorts when played at maximum volume
  • Practically no stereo separation due to tightly packed internal drivers
  • The speakerphone volume cannot be adjusted independently during calls
  • Rubberised finish tends to attract dust, dirt, and lint easily
  • Missing on-board playback controls (no track skip or play/pause buttons)
  • No battery level indicator light on the device

Verdict

The Logitech UE Mobile Boombox is an ultra-compact portable Bluetooth speaker measuring 4.4 x 2.4 x 2.4 inches and weighing just 10.5 ounces. It features two 1-inch full-range drivers, a passive bass radiator, a built-in microphone for speakerphone functionality, and a 3.5mm auxiliary input. Main pros include its durable rubberized casing, an impressive 50-foot wireless range, a 10-hour rechargeable battery life, and multi-person access that lets two devices connect simultaneously. However, its main cons include a lack of a physical battery life indicator, missing integrated track navigation controls, and bass that tends to become muddy or distorted at maximum volume levels.

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