Soundcore Anker Mini 3 Bluetooth Speaker, Waterproof IPX7, BassUp and PartyCast Technology, USB-C, Customizable EQ for Home and Portable Use

From what i can see -The original soundcore mini is 5 watts - (i think uses micro usb charger, but check) - @$20The soundcore mini 2 is 6 watts, And uses a micro usb charger - @$29The soundcore mini 3 is also 6 watts, but offers more sound features, and uses the Type C charger - @$39I just received the Mini 2 a day ago, and I’m pretty impressed with it for its size. It actually sounds better (not AS loud, but better) than my original Oontz Angle. The bass/low sound reproduction is pretty incredible for something this small. The only down side i see so far is at full volume, the volume seems to dip on the highs/mids when “music” really starts. I assume this is from the power being demanded by the speaker for the lows. Its not horrible, but noticeable. Turning the volume down a notch or two seems to eliminate it. I wasn’t aware there even was a mini 2 at first (When i searched Amazon for ‘small Bluetooth speaker’), until i did a little more looking around before i finally ordered it. The Mini 3 must have just been released, and i had no idea it existed. So I just ordered the mini 3 as well - simply for the convenience of having the speaker with a type c charger since this will be getting used while I’m at work, and my current phone and tablet both use the type C charger already. I expect overall the volume will be very similar to the mini 2 Since the power output is rated the same - but we shall see. I will report back if I’m able. The soundcore mini 2 is very impressive -FOR its size. So have realistic expectations on just how loud and deep they will be. This is not a replacement for a speaker 5 times is size. That said - for something smaller than a tennis ball - the quality of the sound and volume is very impressive. I would have never expected it to sound as good as it does. Not having received the mini 3 just yet, if you dont care about custom sound settings (i cant be bothered with any of that) and are good with a standard micro USB connector we’ve all been using for years - then you can probably save a few $ and get the mini 2, or even the original mini if they extra watt the 2 and 3 get you doesnt matter to you. For me - this will likely spend the majority of its life in a truck’s cup holder making watching videos or movies during downtime at work while the truck it running - and actually being able to hear it - a possibility. Cases seem available for about $10 - and the mini 2 didnt come with its own charger or cord. The mini 3 comes with a short charger cord, but no brick. Fine by me if it keeps the prices down, since the last thing most of us need is another charger we wont use anyway.update - after playing with both - i can say they dont sound completely “identical” but very, very close.. if I absolutely HAD to compare them, to my ear - the mini 2 sounds like the bass might be a little better, and the mini 3 sounds like the mids/highs are slightly improved. this might just be due to the speaker grill being slightly different.. they are so close in sound, I wouldn’t even let that make my decision. i think the the most relevant feature is the different charger plug. i personally dont care about custom EQ’s and different presets. its one more headache not needed in my life, so its staying on their default sound setting. I’m not trying to pair 2 speakers, or 20 together with each other, so thats another non issue for me.. my advice would be to let the charger plug decide. if your stuff at home is using a micro USB - then go with the MINI 2.. if your using a type C - then get the MINI 3 and eleimiate an additional cord. the sizes of the overall speakers is almost identical - no real difference that would EVER be a consideration. ive used the mic on both for Bluetooth calls a couple times, nobody ever complained about not being to hear me.. i think the $10 cases are worth buying also.. these speakers are so small you know they are gonna get tossed around, so unless you dont care about scratching them up, i think its a worthy investment.hopefully this helps someone else decide.Another edit months later - i use this speaker in my work truck almost every day, and it does everything i need from it, and it does it well. Its plenty loud enough to overcome the noise from a big diesel truck. I use it to listen to audio books, videos, the phone’s gps, and take calls as I’m driving. Its honestly a GREAT speaker. The little lanyard/handle on the mini 3 has also been a useful for me. I use that to hang the speaker from the sun visor in the cab of my big work truck (GMC C8500 series), and it lets the speaker hang and swing back and forth slightly as I drive. This way its not jumping and rattling around in the cup holder (this is a very rough riding vehicle) and taking up that space for my drink. I pull the sun visor out (as if I’m going to turn it against the drivers window) hook the little lanyard on the visor’s peg/hinge and then clip it back into place. Its been great for taking calls as i have to drive. Another great feature is the auto shutoff. If i leave the truck to go work, the speaker will shut itself off after a fair amount of time of not being used and the phone is not in the cab. The $10 case i bought for it is also invaluable. I carry a backpack will all the little things a person needs these days, and i can just throw the speaker inside with 2 tablets, chargers, battery, pill bottles, drinks, ect - and never have to worry about the speaker getting scratched or accidentally getting turned on. The battery life has been great too. I can go a couple days without needing to charge it back up with my limited use during the daytime. The mic on it works well also. I raise my voice (obviously) knowing I’m in a loud truck, and with the speaker hanging from the visor (acting like it has its own little suspension) its kept about head level and you can actually have a conversation with someone. What would be really cool - is if this speaker came with a treaded socket somewhere - that let you use a suction cup mount (like a ram mount) to mount it on the windshield or dash if you wanted to. Its small enough to allow you to do that (if it had that feature) and not obstruct your vision. All things considered - this has been a great purchase. I use the mini 2 at home when i need a small speaker as well, and just purchased (havent received yet) some Anker Bluetooth earbuds as well - just to get the last item I’m carrying around onto the USB type C plug. Absolutely - do NOT hesitate to buy this speaker. If i lost it today, I’d order another one tomorrow...Another edit - ive been so impressed by Anker’s products i now own many of them. The Mini 2, Mini 3, the ‘upgraded’ Boost, the Motion Plus, the Life A2 NC earbuds, the Liberty 2 Pro earbuds (absolutely amazing sound, best ive ever tried), one of their power banks with the Nano charger, and stand up style wireless charger for my Samsung s8 phone (that even charges through my magpul case without having to make 5 attempts to find the ‘sweet spot’) that i refuse to upgrade. ALL of their products ive found to be very impressive. My Top pick for their speakers (of the ones i own) is EASILY the “upgraded” Boost speaker.. Sounds even better than the larger Motion Plus to be honest. Its so impressive, i bought another for my father and had it delivered to his house. He immediately bought a 2nd for himself and uses them paired together (this is a guy who owns at least a dozen different premium brand headphones). For its size - i dont think youll find anything better without spending some serious money (over $200 or more). Their app to adjust the custom EQ settings (which i still refuse to use for the mini 3 for what i use it for) is a real bonus for a dedicated music listening speaker. The motion plus gets a little louder - but the upgraded Boost (which is much smaller and cheaper) sounds better way better at normal listening volume.Anker really has me sold on their stuff. If you want earbuds and catch the Liberty 2 Pro’s to go on sale for $99 - or dont mind spending $150 - HIGHLY recommended. Happy shopping.Edit again - a year later. Everything i own from Anker still works like the day i got them. Admittedly some thing (since i own multiple different models) dont see frequent use - but every time i pick them up they work, charge, play, ect.. i cant say enough good things about the mini 3 speaker, the “upgraded boost” speaker, and the liberty 2 pro earbuds. Those 3 things should satisfy every niche for the average grown up. (A small single travel speaker, a small (relatively speaking) stereo speaker with huge sound and impressive bass, and the best sounding Bluetooth earbuds ive ever heard or owned. Combine the liberty 2 pro earbuds with amazon’s prime music ultra hd sound, and the soundcore app - and I’m talking CRYSTAL CLEAR highs, mids, and deep bass. Mind blowing sound from something so small. I find myself almost waiting for Anker to come out with something new just so i consider buying it. Lol. Their wireless charger base works every time i put my phone down on it still, even through the case. I have their nano charger too and it works great. Noticeable difference between that and my quick charge bricks. If i didnt say it before - i also own their larger motion plus speaker - and if your on the fence between that and the upgraded boost model - save a few $ and get the upgraded boost. It just has a much nicer sound and is still way louder then youd ever expect. Its capable of Uncomfortable volumes for an adult listener in a room while still not crapping out. You wont be sorry with any of those purchases.Yet another edit NOT for this product. - its been a while - my new love is the JBL flip 6. Better then the upgraded soundcore boost if anyone is comparing - but it costs more, so it should be better. These speakers are getting pretty crazy for their size…..

This has been a great speaker. Good quality, highly adjustable with the Anker Soundcore app (you can adjust the bass, treble, etc.). Connects to my phone no problem and my computer as well.

The Mini, Mini 2 and Mini 3 are small enough to fit in a cup holder but can still provide full, rich music with surprisingly good bass. They're not the best choice for an outdoor party but for personal listening, they're a great choice, especially the Mini 3.In this review, I'll highlight two features of the Mini 3:-- true 360° sound coverage-- the "game changing" customizable 9-band graphic equalizer360° vs Bi-DirectionalCylindrical speakers often claim to have 360° sound coverage but many (Soundcore examples include Flare & Motion Q) are actually bi-directional with two speaker cones pointed in opposite directions. That's not true 360° and clarity varies depending on what angle the speaker is relative to the listener. The sound can also be a bit muffled because not a lot may be going up above the plane of the speaker.In the Mini, Mini 2 and Mini 3, a single speaker cone is pointed up, radiating in a true 360° pattern. The result is outstanding clarity, making them great for listening to dialog on TV shows and movies … and conference calls and webmeetings.Bass seems to be enhanced by the speaker cone acting like a piston, driving low frequencies into the surface the enclosure is sitting on. The result is a surprisingly full and balanced sound and as shown by YouTube reviewer "Oluv", the original Mini outperforms a much larger speaker. Bass is even better on the Mini 2 and Mini 3 due to a slight power increase, a half inch taller enclosure and the addition of a vented passive radiator on the bottom.So, if they look the same, is the Mini 3 worth $5 more than the Mini 2? Yes definitely. Here's why ...Customizable EQ is a "game changer"Using an iPhone to play Pandora, there's no way to adjust tone as the Apple EQ only works on their own music apps. In my experience, Pandora often has too much midrange and not enough deep bass or sparkling highs. It really needs EQ ... but until now there was no way to add it from an iPhone.So, the #1 reason to buy the Mini 3 instead of the other Mini's is this … it (and some other newer Soundcore speakers) add a new feature allowing the sound to be custom fine-tuned with a 9-band graphic equalizer in a free Soundcore app for iOS & Android. To see which speakers are supported, find the Soundcore app in apps.apple.com or play.google.com and the list will be shown.Once installed on your phone, click on the Equalizer menu bar. It will probably be in the "Soundcore Signature" preset, which as the attached file I made shows, has the classic "smile curve" with bass and treble higher than the midrange. Of the four Presets, it's the best in my opinion for playing loud music … and my guess is, it's also the standard (and only option) in the Mini 2 and original Mini.But here's the "game changing" feature … as the attached file shows in the example on the far right side, you can move away from the factory presets by clicking on "Custom". The app then allows 9 different sliders to be dragged up and down to fine tune the sound. This level of control is normally only something a professional musician has … and it can transform the sound. The custom setting example on the right side is "extreme" ... but at low, background volumes, it sounds wonderful.Bottom line … for the first time coming from my iPhone app, Pandora sounds truly "hi-fi" and I'm enjoying it as I write this review. Highly recommended !

You get what you pay for. Not the best and not the worst. Gets loud enough for me in my little lab. Spilled water all over it and it still works.