
You can skip tracks with a double touch, and select/skip playlists with a long press (this later function is strangely for Deezer or Apple Music only).
A “magic button” for pausing or playing directly on top of the speaker. The Boom 3 is just slightly larger and heavier than the Boom 2.īoom 3 Upgrade’s Features Gained, and Features Lost The Boom 3 on my kitchen countertop. If you prefer to hang your speaker, the Boom 2 has a metal D-hook, and the Boom 3 has a fabric loop. The Boom 2 has a threaded tripod mount allowing it to be mounted on a claw-grip tripod or any tripod. Even better, the Boom 3 can be plopped down on a charging dock (though this is unfortunately sold separately and rather expensive). The Boom 3’s micro-USB-B plug is on the back of the unit instead of the bottom as with the Boom 2, so the Boom 3 can be charged standing up, which is more convenient. Instead of the Boom 2’s loud but solid colors (or some print designs), the Boom 3 has two-toned fabric that creates a glimmering surface. The fabric for the Boom 3 is more tightly woven and shimmers like a silk shirt. The oversized volume up and down buttons are still there. The Boom 3 Gets a Snazzier, Sparkly New LookĬheck on AmazonIt’s difficult to do proper justice to the changes in photos, so here’s our best attempt to describe them: While we wouldn’t drop money on upgrading from the Boom 2 to the Boom 3, there are some improvements to consider if you’re deciding between the two, for example if you see a price drop on used or refurbished Boom 2s. Ultimate Ears Makes Another Step Forward with the Boom 3 Yes, can be submerged for 30 minutes, and also rated "dustproof" (IP67) it floats but sounds better on solid land Yes, can be submerged for 30 minutes (IPX7) Ultra boom speaker Bluetooth#
Bluetooth and Bluetooth smart wireless audio profile (A2DP), speaker can be turned on and off via the app, range of 45 meters. Charging dock available (sold separately). Charges via standard Micro USB-B port (cable and wall plug included). Slightly improved, more convincing bass. Very loud, and performs just a bit better at top volumes. Overall, to most listeners, sounds the same (which is great). Can connect two for stereo, or 150+ units for an enormous party. Good 360-degree delivery (place it in the middle of the party).