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Avg. price: ~£60
Audio output power: 10.00 W
Battery life: 14 hours
IP rating: IP67
Bluetooth version: 5.2
Weight: 420 g

Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 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.

7.4

Very good

6.8

Good

9.6

Exceptional

9.3
Outdoor durability
Score components:
40.0%
10
Water resistance
25.0%
9.7
IP rating
20.0%
9.8
Weight
15.0%
6.4
Battery life
5.4
Powerful sound
Score components:
45.0%
1.9
Audio output power
25.0%
6.4
Battery life
15.0%
9.8
Weight
15.0%
10
Party mode
4.4
Home listening
Score components:
35.0%
4.0
Multi-room support
30.0%
4.0
Wi-Fi connectivity
20.0%
1.9
Audio output power
15.0%
9.8
Weight

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Verdict

The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 is an ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker weighing 420g and measuring 95.3x104mm, engineered with two 40mm active drivers and two 46.1x65.2mm passive radiators to deliver 360-degree stereo sound with a frequency response range of 75 Hz–20 kHz. Its main characteristics include an IP67 dustproof and waterproof rating that allows it to float in water, a drop-proof construction tested up to 5 feet, an Outdoor Boost mode peaking at 87 dBC, and an expansive 40m wireless range. Key pros feature a robust 14-hour battery life, Google Fast Pair, and the capability to pair with a second unit for true wireless stereo. However, significant cons include its outdated Micro-USB charging port, the lack of an auxiliary 3.5mm input, no built-in microphone for speakerphone functionality, and the absence of a companion app for graphic EQ customization.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3

Overall score

7.4

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Audio

5.6

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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

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

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

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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Connectivity

6.4

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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

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

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

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

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

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Battery

6.6

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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

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

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

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

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

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Durability

9.5

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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+

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

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

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

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

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Controls

7.0

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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

top; front; bottom

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

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

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

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

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Design

9.1

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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

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

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

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

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

strap/handle

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Smart features

4.2

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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

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

USB

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

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

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Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 vs the average portable speaker

Why is Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 better than the average portable speaker?

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Better ingress protection
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 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+
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).IP67 vs IPX5
30 m longer Bluetooth range
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (40 m vs 10 m).
Maximum Bluetooth range: 40.00 m.
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
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (40 m vs 10 m).40.00 m vs 10 m
1 m deeper waterproof rating
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 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
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).1 m vs 0 m
Provides 360-degree sound
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
What it is: Indicates whether sound is spread evenly in all directions.
When it matters: When even sound coverage around the speaker matters.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: yes
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
1 more multipoint connections
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 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
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).2 vs 1
10 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (90 dB vs 80 dB).
Signal-to-noise ratio: 90.00 dB.
What it is: The ratio between the wanted audio signal and background noise.
When it matters: When cleaner audio with less background noise matters.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >= 80 dB
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (90 dB vs 80 dB).90.00 dB vs 80 dB
1 hours shorter charging time
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 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
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 hours vs 3 hours).2 hours vs 3 hours
Has an equalizer
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 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
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
Provides 360-degree sound
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
10 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (90 dB vs 80 dB).
30 m longer Bluetooth range
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (40 m vs 10 m).
1 more multipoint connections
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
0.2 Bluetooth levels newer
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.2 vs 5.0).
1 hours shorter charging time
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (2 hours vs 3 hours).
2 hours longer battery life
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (14 hours vs 12 hours).
Better ingress protection
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
1 m deeper waterproof rating
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
Resists accidental impacts
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
Floats in water
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 floats in water, while the average portable speaker does not float in water.
5 °C higher maximum operating temperature
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (45 °C vs 40 °C).
Has an equalizer
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
Supports fast pairing
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
Supports party mode
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
1 more EQ presets
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (1 vs 0).
Has a sleep timer
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
380 g lighter
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 is lighter than the average portable speaker (420 g vs 800 g).
8.57 cm narrower
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 is narrower than the average portable speaker (9.5 cm vs 18.1 cm).

Why is Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 worse than the average portable speaker?

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1 fewer microphones
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
Built-in microphones: 0.
10 mm smaller main driver
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (40 mm vs 50.00 mm).
Primary driver diameter: 40.00 mm.
5 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (87 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).
Sound pressure level: 87.00 dB.
10 W less audio output power
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (10 W vs 20.00 W).
Total RMS output: 10.00 W.
15 Hz less deep bass extension
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (75 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 75.00 Hz.
32 ms higher audio latency
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has higher audio latency than the average portable speaker (117 ms vs 85 ms).
Audio latency: 117 ms.
Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 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.
500 mAh less battery capacity
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2100 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
Does not support smartphone app control
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
Does not provide voice prompts
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
1 fewer microphones
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 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
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).0 vs 1
Does not support smartphone app control
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 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
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
10 mm smaller main driver
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (40 mm vs 50.00 mm).
Primary driver diameter: 40.00 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
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (40 mm vs 50.00 mm).40.00 mm vs 50.00 mm
5 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (87 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).
Sound pressure level: 87.00 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
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (87 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).87.00 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL
Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 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
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
10 W less audio output power
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (10 W vs 20.00 W).
Total RMS output: 10.00 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
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (10 W vs 20.00 W).10.00 W vs 20.00 W
15 Hz less deep bass extension
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (75 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 75.00 Hz.
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
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (75 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).75.00 Hz vs 60.00 Hz
500 mAh less battery capacity
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2100 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
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2100 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).2100 mAh vs 2600 mAh

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What customers like about Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3?

Impressive 360-degree sound signature for its compact size
Excellent IP67 dust and water resistance, including the ability to float
Highly durable, drop-proof design that is easy to carry and travel with
Good overall battery life, offering up to 14 hours of playback time
Useful 'Outdoor Boost' mode that helps sound carry better outside
The ability to pair two devices together for a true stereo sound experience

What customers dislike about Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3?

Outdated Micro-USB charging port instead of modern USB-C
Lacks deep sub-bass performance and struggles with distortion at maximum volume
No official companion app or graphic EQ for sound customization
Not backwards compatible with older Wonderboom models for pairing
Missing smart features, speakerphone capability, and a built-in microphone

Expert reviews

stuff.tv

04/09/2022

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3Go to product viewer dialogue for this item. review - Stuff

The Stuff.tv review highlights the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 as a rugged, reliable Bluetooth speaker offering an expanded 40-meter range, 14-hour battery life, and easy stereo pairing. While praised for its durability and sound, the speaker is criticized for lacking significant upgrades over its predecessor, omitting a companion app, and using outdated Micro USB charging instead of USB-C. It remains a top-tier, durable budget choice for outdoor use, despite being a lazy update, according to the review.

trustedreviews.com

21/09/2022

Summary of the review

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 Review

The Trusted Reviews evaluation of the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 deems it an exceptional,, sustainable, and durable IP67-rated budget speaker with improved 360-degree audio and a 14-hour battery life. While maintaining its predecessor's price point, the speaker is held back by the continued use of micro-USB rather than USB-C, and limited stereo pairing capabilities with older models.

musictech.com

04/10/2022

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Ultimate Ears WonderBoom 3 review - MusicTech

The MusicTech review awards the Ultimate Ears WonderBoom 3 a 9/10 rating, highlighting its exceptional 14-hour battery life, robust, water-resistant build, and punchy, loud audio performance, all within an ultra-portable design. While the speaker is praised for its outdoor capability and eco-friendly construction, the review notes a limitation in that it lacks a companion app for sound customization.

whathifi.com

16/01/2023

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 review - Speakers - What Hi-Fi? SoundGuys

The What Hi-Fi? review highlights the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 as a durable, budget-friendly Bluetooth speaker, featuring an IP67 waterproof rating, 14-hour battery life, and a 40-metre Bluetooth range. While praised for its eco-friendly construction, the speaker is criticized for using an outdated Micro-USB charging port, lacking a companion app, and facing stiff competition in sound performance.

pcmag.com

24/04/2023

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 Review - PCMag

The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 offers balanced, rich audio with a highly durable, waterproof IP67-rated design, 14-hour battery life, and an "Outdoor Boost" mode for better sound in open spaces. However, the PCMag review highlights significant drawbacks, including a lack of a companion app for EQ adjustments, audible distortion at maximum volumes, limited onboard controls, and no speakerphone functionality. Despite its rugged, stylish appeal, PCMag concludes that the speaker's functional limitations slightly outweigh its benefits.

soundguys.com

30/10/2024

Summary of the review

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 review - SoundGuys

The SoundGuys review highlights the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 as a highly durable, IP67-rated, and buoyant Bluetooth speaker with 360-degree sound, intuitive controls, and a dedicated "Outdoors Boost" mode. While praised for its portability and rugged design, the speaker is criticized for lacking a wired auxiliary input and utilizing an outdated Micro-USB charging port rather than USB-C.

rtings.com

09/06/2025

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Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 Review - RTINGS.com What Hi-Fi?

The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 is a highly durable, IP67-rated portable speaker featuring an immersive 360-degree soundstage and over 13 hours of battery life, making it ideal for outdoor use, say RTINGS. Its strengths include clear, balanced vocals, an "Outdoor Mode" for added speech clarity, and low audio compression at high volumes. However, it lacks deep bass, offers no sound customization options, and uses an outdated Micro-USB charging port.

pocket-lint.com

24/08/2022

Summary of the review

The UE Wonderboom 3 is my secret weapon for summer fun

The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 is a highly durable, IP67-rated portable speaker featuring 360-degree sound, an extended 40-meter range, and an Outdoor Boost mode for enhanced audio in open spaces. While praised for its rugged, floatable design, the review notes drawbacks including a reliance on outdated Micro-USB charging, limited deep bass, and an inability to pair with older Wonderboom generations.

reviews.org

27/09/2022

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The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 is humble but hard working

The Reviews.org AU review of the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 describes the speaker as a rugged, highly portable device that delivers a punchy, enjoyable audio performance for outdoor and casual use. While the speaker is praised for its durability and consistent sound quality, it lacks deep or wide soundscapes, which may leave those seeking high-fidelity audio disappointed.

tomsguide.com

16/01/2023

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 review: The petite Bluetooth speaker ...

The Tom's Guide review awards the $99 Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 an Editor's Choice designation, highlighting it as a durable, IP67-rated, and lightweight speaker with powerful 360-degree sound, 14-hour battery life, and an effective "Outdoor Boost" mode. While praising its portability and sound quality, the review notes a significant drawback in the use of an outdated Micro-USB charging port, resulting in slower charging times.

techadvisor.com

24/01/2023

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 Review - Tech Advisor

The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 is a portable Bluetooth speaker offering robust, "banging" audio performance and improved sustainability through recycled materials, alongside a slightly extended 14-hour battery life and an expanded 40-meter Bluetooth range. Despite these minor upgrades, the speaker is criticized for maintaining an outdated Micro-USB charging port and the inability to pair with previous-generation models for stereo sound.

whatgadget.net

15/03/2023

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 review - What Gadget

The What Gadget review of the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 highlights its impressive 360-degree sound, durable IP67 rating, and Outdoor Boost mode, which provides high volume in a compact form. While the speaker offers robust performance, the review notes significant drawbacks, including a slow Micro-USB charging port, an uninformative audio-based battery indicator, and a lack of backward compatibility with Wonderboom 2 models.

techradar.com

14/08/2023

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 review - TechRadar

The TechRadar review identifies the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 as a highly durable, 360-degree Bluetooth speaker ideal for outdoor use, boasting a 14-hour battery, extended 40-meter range, and an IP67 waterproof/dustproof rating. While praising its rugged design and outdoor boost feature, the review notes minimal upgrades over the previous model, the use of an outdated Micro-USB charging port, and limited low-end bass as key disadvantages.

au.pcmag.com

25/04/2023

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 - Review 2023 - PCMag Australia

The $100 Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 is a highly durable, IP67-rated waterproof Bluetooth speaker offering 14-hour battery life, reliable outdoor performance, and a dedicated Outdoor Boost mode. While providing well-balanced audio at moderate levels, the speaker lacks a companion app, a microphone, and experiences audio distortion at maximum volume, particularly with deep sub-bass.

me.pcmag.com

24/04/2023

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 - Speakers - PCMag Middle East

The PCMag review highlights the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 as a highly portable, IP67-rated, waterproof Bluetooth 5.2 speaker with 14-hour battery life and an Outdoor Boost mode. While praising its balanced audio at moderate volumes, the review notes significant cons, including bass distortion at high volumes, limited controls, lack of a companion app, and an outdated Micro-USB charging port.

uk.pcmag.com

24/04/2023

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 - Review 2023 - PCMag UK

The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3, reviewed by PCMag UK, is an IP67-rated, waterproof, and buoyant Bluetooth speaker that delivers a balanced sound with a dedicated "Outdoor Audio Mode" for enhanced volume in open spaces. While offering solid portability and the ability to pair with a second unit, the speaker suffers from limited bass, distortion at high volumes, a lack of speakerphone functionality, and an outdated micro-USB charging port.

soundguys.com

30/10/2024

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 Review - SoundGuys

The SoundGuys review of the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 describes it as a highly durable, IP67-rated portable speaker suitable for outdoor use, highlighted by its ability to float, physical controls, and a dedicated "Outdoor Boost" mode for improved sound in open areas. While praised for its balanced sound for its size and wireless pairing capabilities, the speaker is limited by an outdated micro-USB charging port, a lack of wired input options, and weak low-bass output.

rtings.com

09/06/2025

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Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 Speaker Review

The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 3 is a highly portable, rugged, and IP67-rated Bluetooth speaker designed for outdoor use with a 360-degree soundstage, clear mid-range, and over 13 hours of battery life. While it offers great vocal clarity and low compression at high volumes, its limitations include a lack of deep, thumpy bass, no companion app for sound customization, and limited maximum loudness.

frandroid.com

17/09/2022

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 Review: Our Full Verdict

The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3, reviewed by Frandroid, is praised as a rugged, waterproof (IP67) ultra-compact speaker delivering well-balanced 360-degree sound with excellent battery life. Despite these strengths, the review notes drawbacks including the use of an outdated Micro-USB charging port, the lack of a mobile app for EQ, the absence of a microphone for calls, and limited deep bass performance due to its size.

lesnumeriques.com

25/09/2022

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 Review: A Portable Speaker That Pushes the Boundaries?

The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3, reviewed by Les Numériques, is a durable, IP67-certified, and waterproof Bluetooth speaker that maintains a punchy 360-degree sound profile, but fails to improve on its predecessor. While praised for its rugged design and stable connectivity, the device suffers from a step backward in battery life (12 hours vs 14 hours), retains an outdated micro-USB port, lacks a microphone for calls, and exhibits high latency.

leclaireur.fnac.com

27/10/2022

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ULTIMATE EARS Wonderboom 3 Lab Test: Same Strengths, Same Flaws

The Labo Fnac review gives the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 a 1-out-of-5-star rating, praising its 14.5-hour battery life and 360-degree sound, while noting a severe lack of deep bass and lower performance compared to competitors like the JBL Flip Essential 2. Despite these limitations, the compact speaker is recognized for its ability to fill small rooms, though it fails to improve significantly over previous generations.

culturasonora.es

21/09/2022

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UE Wonderboom 3: Review of the Best Portable Speaker of 2026

The Cultura Sonora review designates the UE Wonderboom 3 as a top-tier mini Bluetooth speaker, highlighting its 14-hour battery, 40-meter range, 360-degree sound, and durable, waterproof (IP67) design. While praised for its, outdoor, floating capabilities, the review notes minor drawbacks, including limited deep bass, distortion at high volumes, and an outdated micro-USB port.

global.techradar.com

14/08/2023

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 review

The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3, as reviewed by TechRadar, is a highly portable, budget-friendly Bluetooth speaker featuring a fun design, impressive battery life, and a specialized Outdoor Boost mode that outperforms rivals in its price class, particularly outdoors. However, the speaker lacks an aux/USB port and relies on an outdated, frustrating micro-USB charging port, with audio performance degrading at higher volumes.

androidplanet.nl

31/08/2022

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 review: stylish speaker sounds better than ever

The Android Planet review finds the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 to be a durable, compact Bluetooth speaker featuring improved 14-hour battery life, IP67 water/dust resistance, and rich 360-degree sound. While praised for its performance, the speaker is criticized for its outdated Micro-USB port, stiff buttons, lack of a companion app, and inability to pair with older models.

coolesuggesties.nl

16/11/2023

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Gadget review: Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3

The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 is characterized as a robust, highly portable Bluetooth speaker featuring IP67 water/dust resistance, impressive volume, and an "Outdoor Boost" mode, with the ability to pair two units for stereo sound. However, critical drawbacks include the use of an outdated micro-USB port and the lack of app support for sound customization.

gadgetgear.nl

01/11/2023

Summary of the review

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3: small, waterproof Bluetooth speaker that can take a beating

GadgetGear.nl praises the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 as a durable, IP67-rated, and waterproof 360-degree speaker featuring a 14-hour battery and "Outdoor Boost" mode for open spaces. While the speaker offers rugged portability, the review notes as drawbacks the lack of a wired auxiliary port and limited pairing capabilities restricted to other Wonderboom models.

consumentenbond.nl

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Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 white, black - Dutch Consumers' Association

The Consumentenbond review highlights the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 as a compact, waterproof, and highly portable Bluetooth speaker featuring a rugged design and a 14-hour battery life. While praised for its durability and outdoor-focused "Boost" mode, the speaker lacks a physical AUX port, a companion app, a microphone, and is missing a wall adapter in the box.

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