JBL Xtreme 2 review

In terms of sound, it produces quality sound but lacks the expected power, especially based on its size and weight. Indoors the sound is adequate, and on a quiet day outdoors, it would likely be loud enough. However, any place where there is relatively normal ambient noise, it lacks the power to be the “life of the party”.

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If you're looking for your next party speaker, look no further. It isn't perfect, but the Xtreme 2 nails the most important aspects of a tough Bluetooth speaker.

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The JBL Xtreme 2 is a fantastic Bluetooth speaker for portable use. It sounds far more refined than it looks, with the kind of tonal fidelity normally associated with a hi-fi-style wireless unit. Will that mean those expecting extreme bass will be disappointed? Potentially. The JBL Xtreme 2’s low-end is deep and powerful, but the team behind its tuning clearly had higher aims than club-style bass

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This is a portable boombox speaker with JBL’s signature side-loaded passive radiators. Every inch of it screams ‘big bass’, but the sound is far more measured and refined. The bass is deep, but controlled and balanced, meshing perfectly with clear mids and crisp treble. If features such as smart assistant support and multi-room audio are not a must, the JBL Xtreme 2 is a top buy.

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It’s hard to recommend splurging and dropping nearly $300 on a newer Xtreme 2 unless you really want the ability to connect 100 JBL speakers together or plan to fully submerge your speaker every now and then. While the IPX7 waterproof build of the Xtreme 2 is certainly tempting, it may not be worth it especially when you consider that the Xtreme is still splashproof and can survive being left out in the rain without a problem.

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This banging party machine brings your favorite tunes to your next party. The bass can be quite boomy, but it's sturdy enough to survive a dunk in the pool and keep on playing.

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The barrel-shaped sound launcher combines rugged portability and solid audio, but not without a couple compromises. Most noticeably, the $250-plus price tag.

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It might not be the prettiest speaker ever, but the JBL Xtreme 2 is designed with purpose and highly practical for outdoors use thanks to its carry handle and robust, water-resistant design. It thumps out the sound too, which is where it really wins.

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The JBL Xtreme 2 is a party speaker, through and through. It sounds best at high volumes and when placed in the middle of the party (or the room). There is an app, but you don’t really have to mess with it. Bottom line, if you want a big portable speaker, this is a great one to buy.

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The Xtreme 2 might not have any smart features built-in, but it’s everything you’d want from an all-weatherproof Bluetooth speaker, from the outdoorsy design to its sound quality. The Xtreme 2 appeals in more ways than one – it’s a multipurpose speaker that you can take with you to a breakdancing lesson, the pool, the beach or on a cycle. And due to its discrete look, you can leave it in the living room.

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