This is a great time for bluetooth speakers, there's a ton out there, and that means lots of competitive prices, but also confusion.
I'm a nerd who likes doing lots of research before I buy even a cheap item, which frustrates my wife, but especially when it comes to electronics or audio. Audio-wise, I own from cheap bluetooth speakers for the kids (who'll eventually destroy them), to Amazon Echo and Sonos around the house, and from inexpensive wired/bluetooth headphones to professional studio headphones.
Like you, I love music, but 80% of the time I'm listening passively, not studying the entire soundstage. And I think this speaker is perfect for that: passive listening, play-and-forget, and portability (more on that in a moment).
UNBOXING
- comes in very basic box which had me initially concerned. Where's all the money spent on fancy packaging and marketing fluff?! (I work in marketing/brand management). Well, it looks like they decided to put in into the speaker and keep price down, not fancy materials that go in the trash.
- When you unwrap the speaker, you're greeted with a pretty solidly built, rubber guy that was much smaller than I expected when I saw side-by-side comparisons versus the previous Angle 3. You can see in my picture its size. Discreet in any room, and easy to carry around.
- Comes with your standard micro-USB cable and 3.5mm male to male cable. Nothing fancy, will suit your needs, or you may want to upgrade.
PAIRING
- Not much to say here. If you've paired with bluetooth before, you'll have no problem. Hold power, it flashes and makes a tone, and paired in seconds with iphone and Android.
- NOTE: the one interesting thing while trying to pair is that I was expecting to see a bright flashing light as many of my bluetooth items have, but didn't . I thought I didn't turn it on correctly, but turns out both the power and bluetooth lights are very small, and not bright. To me this is AWESOME! Gone are the days of having to cover up the obscenely bright blue lights with electrical tape. It's subtle enough to see, but not to light up your life (see picture)
CONTROLS / RANGE
- Very simple and intuitive. A dedicated bluetooth/phone answering button which is separate from the power button (I like this), volume up (+) and volume down (-) which also function to skip tracks back or forward if held 2 seconds, and a play/pause button
- All buttons except the power button are on the right side. Some may like that, as it makes the speaker more simple looking from the front, however I find it a little annoying, and think they should have been placed on the top edge. The reason? You PRESS buttons, which means you cannot do this one-handed or the speaker moves, so you have to brace with your other hand. If they were on top, a quick 1 finger press would suffice. Now, if you choose to have this speaker standing upright, it wont be an issue.
- The usb and 3.5mm jack are on the back, and are slightly recessed. Please note this if you are thinking of getting an "L" angle 3.5mm jack as I was, since it may not fully plug in.
- As for range, I live in a prewar building, very solid walls that are great except when you want wifi or bluetooth to travel. I was able to effectively control the speaker from a phone at least 30 feet away and with 3 corners in between (i.e. around the hallways and through bedrooms). Controls still worked but sound started skipping at about 40 feet. This is really impressive given my stupidly thick walls.
SOUND
- Yes, the most important thing (I think). The sound, at this price point, and given the features you get, is really pretty amazing, and I'm not usually easily impressed.
- Easily fills up a very large room with clarity, and I could hear it very well anywhere in my apartment. If you're having lots of people over, it might be more suitable for 1 large room (if there's lots of talking).
- Loudness: I'm not one to play super loud out of speakers, I keep that to my headphones, but I tested it and there seems to be no limiter as some experienced on past speakers. VERY loud for a speaker this size. I was afraid I might blow the little thing up. NOTE: some people forget that for maximum volume this is dual controlled, i.e. you adjust the volume BOTH on your phone/computer AND the speaker itself.
- Clarity: this is where its a bit interesting. They definitely favored the bass on the development of this, which is I guess where the average consumer's interest lies (?). I'm maybe of the minority where I like a broad soundstage, but understand that is not a 'relaxing' experience. This speaker is definitely more relaxing as the mid and even upper bass is there, mids are fine, but I found out the box the highs were not as bright as I prefer. BUT, then I remembered the easy solve - use your equalizer!! I was playing through Spotify and used the native equalizer to adjust, and voila! A much better balance of treble mids and bass. Various styles of music I tried now could sound as meant to....I tried country, classical, industrial, synthpop, britpop.
- If you don't play for about 15 minutes while using battery, it'll automatically power off to conserve. GREAT feature if you forget or have kids like me. While plugged in though, it wont power down, and yes you can play while plugged in which some speakers dont do. Also, I did not hear any of the static/hiss that some speakers give off while plugged in and playing at the same time, well done Cambridge!
USES / IDEAS:
- The size of this, and its features make it pretty versatile!
- I connect it to my Echo Tap and it's great! Clearly much better quality than I get from my full-size Echo's speaker. Just be sure to keep it a few feet away from your Echo, and away from the wall a bit, or your Echo won't hear you as well.
- Battery takes 8hrs to charge from full drain. I haven't been able to fully drain it yet but will update my results. This is ridiculously good battery life especially if you go camping or to the park/beach....and on that note.....
- IPX5: what does it mean? Well I think this is really important to understand given the claim made that its rain and shower proof. While true, caution should be taken. The first number is for particles (dust, sand) and the second for water. An X just means it wasn't tested, not that it doesn't have any protection from dust/sand. The 5 means it withstands water jets, or to quote the IP standard: Water projected by a nozzle (6.3 mm) against enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects. Test duration: 1 minute per square meter for at least 3 minutes, water volume: 12.5 litres per minute, Pressure: 30 kPa at distance of 3 m.
So yes, very great protection from water spashing on it, but do not submerge it! :)
TL;DR:
THE GOOD
- Great sound, but advise to use an EQ to customize to your tastes especially for highs
- LOUD! (use both phone and speaker volume adjustments)
- Battery for days (I'll update when it runs down)
- IPX5 water resistance
- Power and bluetooth lights that wont bother everyone within 50 feet.
- PRICE PRICE PRICE
THE QUESTIONABLE
- Only the button placement on the side, but this is personal, and remedied if you stand the unit upright.
Happy to answer any questions.
*****UPDATE 7/28/17*****
Have been using this speaker for a couple hours daily, and still enjoying it. It's taken a few hard drops thanks to the kids, but has survived them all, possibly thanks to the rubberized sides? I've seen some comments I can address:
1) "Not bass heavy enough": This to me is very personal and subjective. I'm not a 'bass head', so to me its got plenty, but I prefer a more flat sound signature (thus liking Audio Technica studio headphones for example rather than Beats) so I can hear the spectrum. I actually felt this had more bass than I wanted, but......
2) "Doesn't have an equalizer": I didn't know there are speakers out there that have equalizers, I haven't experienced one. Usually the input device, not output, has the EQ. The simple remedy for me is using my phone's equalizer app, or build-in EQs in apps like Spotify. Problem solved.
3) "Loud enough for noisy environments?": Honestly don't know as I listen mainly in places like my home or parks/beaches with not many people around me, so I've never really had to turn it up at full volume. When the environment is super loud, I prefer over-ear headphones. :)
I was in need of a new portable speaker, and like many of you, I was a little overwhelmed after doing an Amazon search and finding literally tens of thousands of options to choose from. It's especially frustrating because probably the most important part of the product -- how good it sounds -- is not something you can really evaluate until after you physically have it. So I picked four speakers to compare: Cambridge Soundworks OontZ Angle 3 Plus, Anker SoundCore Sport XL, Geek Beats Jolt5, and the JBL Flip 4.
First, the Cambridge SoundWorks OontZ Angle 3 PLUS Bluetooth Speaker with 30-Hour Playtime - Richer Bass Greater Sound Quality & 10W+ Loud Volume, Water Resistant Splashproof, Portable Wireless Speaker, is a slightly larger version of the best-selling speaker on Amazon with over 17,000 reviews and a $30 price tag, and this only costs $5 more, so why not give it a shot? I chose Anker SoundCore Sport XL Outdoor Portable Bluetooth Speaker - 16W Output and 2 Subwoofers, IP67 Waterproof & Dustproof, Shockproof, 66ft Bluetooth Range, 15H Playtime, Built-in Mic, USB Charging Port, partially because I have other Anker products that I'm pretty happy with, but also because the 66-foot advertised range seemed like it could come in handy if I were working in the backyard with my phone in my pocket and the speaker sitting on the porch. I selected the GEEK BEATS JOLT5 10W X-Bass Wireless Portable Bluetooth Speaker and USB Power Bank - Green. IP65 Water and Dust Resistant with 5200mAh Samsung Battery. because it's the same price as the Anker, it has an average of 4.9 stars (wow!), and it can be used as a battery to charge your phone. And finally, I chose the JBL Flip 4 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black) because in my search, I kept seeing the JBL Flip 3 pop up in reviews for other speakers, and this is the newest (and supposedly slightly better) version of that speaker.
Sound Comparison: Sitting in my living room and swapping around between the four options, it's clear that the Flip 4 is the most, well, clear. Considering it's also the most expensive, I kinda expected that to be the result. Surprisingly, the OontZ was a solid second place with a bit more rumble in its bass compared to the Flip 4 but at the cost of less clarity. The Anker and Jolt5 were noticeably flatter in their sound, seeming to favor the lows instead of an overall range, and this caused some distortion at higher volumes. When I took the speakers outside, it's a slightly different story. With the speakers on the patio, I walked into the yard about 25 feet and compared the sound quality again, and again I'd put the Flip 4 in the top spot. This time, however, I'd actually say the Anker was a solid number 2. At this distance, the distortion from having the volume up the whole way was not very noticeable and didn't detract from the music I was playing, and the Anker is a bit louder than the OontZ. The Jolt5 is a distant last place being not only flat but also not as loud. It's comparable to listening to the radio on a boombox from the 90s.
Bluetooth Range: With the speakers inside, all four started cutting in and out around the same spot about 30 feet away. It's around a corner, so having a wall in the way seems to even the odds here. Having an open space outside didn't seem to make a difference to the Jolt5, though, as it still broke up around 30 feet. The product page on Amazon says 33 feet, so that's pretty accurate. The OontZ fared a bit better and almost made it to the back gate about 60 feet away. The Anker is pretty spot on with its advertised 66-foot range as it went a bit further than the OontZ, even onto the other side of the gate and almost into the road. The Flip 4 was still going strong when I got to the other side of the road and couldn't go any further in a straight line, maybe 75 feet.
Other Things: Depending on what exactly you plan on using your speaker for, and just for comparison's sake, there are some differences that may be worth note:
-- All four speakers come with a mini-USB to USB charging cable but not the plug. If you've charged a cell phone in the last 10 years or so, however, you should probably already have one.
-- The Jolt5 and OontZ come with a 3.5mm cable so you can plug your phone right into it instead of using bluetooth (though all four speakers have this option, just not the cable).
-- The Anker and Jolt5 have a USB port so they can be used as a portable battery to charge your phone.
-- The Anker, Flip 4, and Jolt5 have hand straps. The OontZ does not come with one nor have a place to attach one.
-- The Anker, Flip 4, and Jolt5 have audible cues when they power on or off. The OontZ is silent. All four speakers do, however, make a noise when you successfully pair a device through bluetooth.
-- All four speakers are splash resistant, but only the Anker and Flip 4 are likely to live if they fall into the water (submersible up to 30 minutes)
-- The Anker and Jolt5 are shock resistant, so they likely won't shatter if you drop them
-- The OontZ has the longest battery life (30 hours) and the Flip 4 has the shortest (12 hours)
-- The Flip 4 can be paired with other Flip 4's (through an app) to provide a wireless multi-speaker experience. There are Bluetooth adapters that would allow you to do this with the other speakers if you wanted, as well as physically connecting them with 3.5mm cables.
-- The Flip 4 comes in a variety of colors.
-- They are all roughly the same size, just differently shaped (see pics)
Conclusion: The best bang for your buck is the OontZ Angle 3 Plus. It's a measly $35 and sounds almost as good as the $100 Flip 4, especially inside. In addition to being inexpensive, you can literally keep it blaring music for an entire day. It's not quite as loud outside as the Anker or Flip 4, but it's also half the price. If you're willing to pay for premium sound, go with the Flip 4 or even the Flip 3 if you want to save 20 bucks. Supposedly the sound is comparable, just the Flip 4 has a longer playtime. It really is noticeably clearer compared to the other options, so if you were using it with a projector to watch a movie, for example, the rumbling and distortion aren't going to drown out the dialogue, and likewise vocals on a music track don't get lost in the rest of the noise. If you're planning on a bunch of outside activities, like mountain biking or camping, the ruggedness of the Anker and ability for it to charge your phone makes it your best bet. I didn't do a drop test with any of these, but the Anker feels like a rubberized brick and would probably survive a fall. Other than battery life, there's no reason to ever choose the Jolt5 over the Anker, especially considering they are the same price. The Jolt5 is just worse in every way, and I honestly don't understand its 4.9 rating.
The Jolt5 is going back. The Flip 4 is staying. I'm still debating between the Anker and OontZ and may keep them both since the cost combined is still less than a Flip 4.
EDIT: After further testing, the Anker is going back and I'm keeping the OontZ. When plugged in with a 3.5mm cable, the sound is dramatically better with way more bass and a louder volume. And it's still somehow the cheapest one.
TL;DR:
-- On a budget? Cambridge SoundWorks OontZ Angle 3 Plus
-- Best sound? JBL Flip 4 (though I do wish it had a bit more bass)
-- Most likely to survive the apocalypse? Anker SoundCore Sport XL
I have several bluetooth speakers including a Bose Sounlink, Braven 405, JBL Flip 3 and this one Oontz Angle 3 Plus and will review this one based on the qualities I tested during my use. First of all the delivery was very fast. Ordered it on January 12 and got it on January 14 without having Prime membership.
I already know this brand because my brother has the Oontz Angle 2 plus and it has lasted two years and still works great.
When I got the Angle 3 Plus I started using it right away. First thing I noticed is the sound is great for the size and price of the speaker. Bass is nice and not too strong to distort or mess with treble. It sounds really balanced. Now the thing that really impressed me was the battery of this speaker. Battery last a long time. Since I got it on January 14 I used it on full volume for four days almost all day. I have never seen anything like it. Thank you Oontz for that!
Compared to tge other speakers I have:
Bose Soundlink: the Bose sounds twice as loud but it cost $300 at the time I got it. Also it is not splash resistant and battery of Bose is short.
Braven 405: this speaker sounds balanced but it falls short on sound and is priced at $80. The good thing is that its battery las long time and is water resistant.
Flip 3: Love the sound of this little speaker but the battery falls short and the bluetooth range is not good. Priced at $99.
In conclusion if you want good balanced sound, great bluetooth range, excellent battery and save money you can't go wrong with this bluetooth speaker. I paid $35 for it and firmly believe my money was well spent on it. Thank you for reading and hope it helps you on your decision.
First off, I am not an audiophile. This is a review from a simple person who wanted music at work.
I am a Rural Carrier for the United Stated Postal Service. I deliver mail in an LLV truck and these vehicles are basically mobile tin cans. Every panel rattles, making for quite an unpleasant environment, audio wise. I tried playing music directly off my phone, but alas my speakerphone is only so loud and is constantly drowned out by the LLV.
So, I researched Bluetooth speakers and, based on the reviews and popularity, recently purchased two:
-Anker SoundCore Bluetooth Speaker with 24-Hour Playtime, 66-Foot Bluetooth Range & Built-in Mic, Dual-Driver Portable Wireless Speaker with Low Harmonic Distortion and Superior Sound - Black
-OontZ Angle 3 PLUS Splashproof Bluetooth Speaker - Designed & Engineered by Cambridge SoundWorks for Richer Bass, HD Sound, and 30-Hour Playtime, 10W+ Power, Water Resistant, Portable Wireless Speaker
The Anker SoundCore is being returned while I am keeping the OontZ Angle 3 Plus and here is why.
I tested both speakers in my home at first. My very first impression, out of the box:
OontZ Angle 3 Plus - was nice to touch and just felt solid and very well built.
Anker SoundCore - just felt like a simple lightweight brick. It really didn't give the impression of longevity or durability.
The set-up guides were quite different from each other.
OontZ Angle 3 Plus - Extremely easy to read, follow and understand (remember, I am not a music nut lol. This was my first time ever using a Bluetooth speaker and was in completely uncharted territory.) It was all in English, and only English and the diagrams were detailed and made the entire set-up process seamless and carefree.
Anker SoundCore - This guide was very hard to follow. It is printed in darn near every language, in tiny print and the diagrams were quite small as well. I ultimately did get the speaker paired with my phone and figured out what buttons did what, but it took nearly 15 minutes to do so.
Bluetooth Pairing
With both speakers and my phone lined up on a table (well within the proximity specified in each set-up guide), both speakers paired, however:
OontZ Angle 3 Plus - MUCH faster in pairing (mere seconds!).
Anker SoundCore - took nearly two minutes to complete the pairing process.
Pause/Play Button
Since I dismount to deliver packages to a customer's door routinely on my route, I really need to have a simply way to pause my music. I really like how both speakers offer this function on directly on the units, saving me from having to handle my phone.
OontZ Angle 3 Plus - I barely press the Play/Pause button and the speaker immediately reacts. There is NO hesitation.
Anker SoundCore - I press the Play/Pause button and there is a delay of about 5 seconds.. just long enough to make me think I didn't press hard enough and reach to do it again only for the speaker to finally react.
Volume/Overall Playback Quality
OontZ Angle 3 Plus - Wow. Just wow. It is truly unbelievable to hear such full sound, and bass(!), coming from such a small unit. I found myself perfectly pleased with the output without ever reaching max volume on the speaker itself. So I am looking forward to how well it will work in my LLV during my first road test. As for now, I am thoroughly impressed!
Anker SoundCore - I maxed out the volume on my phone and the speaker and was just not impressed. If I could guess, I'd say the max output this speaker achieved was only about 25% more than my speakerphone alone (while the OontZ Angle 3 Plus blew it out of the water with close to double, if not more, output than my speakerphone alone).
I also noted some kind of distortion or interference type background sound with the Anker SoundCore at mid volume and above.
Speakerphone/Mic
I was able to answer an incoming phone call on both units as described in each set-up guide. The quality of in-call sound on each speaker differed:
OontZ Angle 3 Plus - My husband's (the caller) voice was crisp and clear, as if he was sitting talking right next to me. There was no distortion or feedback out of the speaker. Husband reported nothing but a clear voice on his phone.
Anker SoundCore - Husband's voice was clear, but echoed horribly. No matter what volume level I used. There was no distortion (I was expecting this given the distortion with the music playback) bu the continuous echoing is a major issue for me. Husband reported a slight "faded" type of echo on his phone.
Road Test (in my LLV)
OontZ Angle 3 Plus - The sound is amazing in the truck! Thinking I would need it, I maxed the volume on both the speaker and my phone then pressed play on my music. Well, I certainly don't need max volume. I reduced the volume on both the speaker and my phone and found a very happy medium output. This speaker performs perfectly in the loud, rattling setting of a USPS LLV.. even while bouncing down rural dirt two tracks and washboard gravel roads. I am extremely pleased with this tiny speaker.
Anker Soundcore - Even with maxed volume settings, I could not get this speaker to perform anywhere near as well as the OontZ Angle 3 Plus. It had volume and was loud enough to hear over the vehicle's own noise, however the distortion/interference mentioned earlier was still present and in the truck during the road test it had what I would describe as an echoing effect on the music, specifically the singers' voices. It just wasn't clear. (I hope that makes sense.)
Battery Life/Listen While Charging
OontZ Angle 3 Plus - So far, the battery life is impressive. After receiving it, I charged it overnight (as recommended). I then had it connected to my phone for about an hour of home testing. Turned it off and I next used it at work on a Saturday.. had it powered on and connected to my phone and actively playing music for about 5.5 hours. I then used it again on Monday (much longer and busier days in the USPS, FYI).. had it on, connected and active continuously for nearly 9 hours. I have yet to see the low battery light come on. I plan to see just how many days of work I can get out of a single charge.
Anker Soundcore - I have no information for this section on this speaker since I am returning it.
Exterior/Cleaning
At first, I had the OontZ Angle 3 Plus setting on the dashboard of the LLV. This didn't last more than two stops. Despite having the four rubber "feet", the speaker still slid around causing more of a distraction than I would like. I ended up setting it on top of my personal bag, in a bin by my feet with the speaker facing up. This move really helped my piece of mind, knowing it will not go anywhere. This speaker has a soft rubber exterior. It is quite nice and feels luxurious, however... this exterior attracts all dust particles within 50 feet! USPS LLVs are *not* known for being the cleanest and even though I moved the speaker from the dust-ridden dashboard to a bin, it was still slathered with dust and dirt by the end of my route. I figured it was a fair trade, sacrificing the appearance for the gain of having decent music. But.. I got home and went to clean it. I will tell you, my expectations of this working were very low. I didn't think the dust would come off that supple rubber. But with a wet paper towel and a few slow wipes, it did. So, it can be cleaned up!
Case
I did purchase the case for this speaker ([Official] OontZ Angle 3 Plus Bluetooth Portable Speaker Carry Case, Neoprene with Aluminum Carabiner, reinforced zipper, by Cambridge SoundWorks [NOT FOR OontZ Angle 3]). I was mainly wanting a safe way to transport and store the speaker, but after reading the other reviews I was hoping I would be able to keep it clean in the case and still enjoy my music on my route. I received the case and used it yesterday. The case is extremely nice and I appreciate the interior mesh pocket. I have no need for it now, but I'm sure it will come in handy if I ever take this speaker on vacation and need to take the charging cables along. As for playback while in the case? Yeah, it was terribly muffled. It didn't work for me as it apparently has for others. Yet, the case itself is exactly what I was wanting for taking it to and from work. It is not as thickly padded as I would have expected, however it does protect the speaker.
Overall, for my specific purpose and intended use for a Bluetooth speaker, the Anker SoundCore simply won't cut it. However, it is still a nice speaker and will perhaps fit your needs perfectly. After all, most people don't drive LLVs and have the same high demands that go along with that. For me, the OontZ Angle 3 Plus is what I'll be bopping down the road to, mailbox to mailbox.
Happy hunting! Hope this review helps you out!
I did a lot of research before choosing this speaker. I was impressed by the large number of 5 star buyer ratings. The price was excellent as well. Speaker came packaged perfectly. Included was a 3 foot Micro-USB charging cable and 3 foot 3.5mm audio cable; I wish these were longer but that is just my personal preference. Speaker came partially charged. Instructions states it can be used while charging. Speaker pairs easily and quickly with every device I’ve tried thus far. I also ordered the Cambridge SoundWorks OontZ Angle 3. The Angle 3 offers 7 hours of playtime vs the Angle 3 PLUS which offers 30 hours (a big difference). The Angle 3 PLUS is a tad taller at 6 1/2". The Angle 3 is 5 1/4", see attached photos. I didn't notice a sound quality difference between the two but my musician son did. He ordered the 3 PLUS and says it is a better speaker than his Jawbone Bluetooth Speaker for less than half the cost. I use the smaller speaker, which sets on a high shelf in my shower, as it is water resistant & splash proof. The other sets on my office desk. If you are considering purchasing a Bluetooth speaker definitely consider the OontZ. I would go for the Angle 3 PLUS as the price difference is only about $7 unless a smaller speaker is your goal. I have referred several people to this powerful little speaker and all are very happy with their purchase.
Feature Product
- HIGH QUALITY CRYSTAL CLEAR SOUND distinct mids and highs from our two precision acoustic drivers delivers excellent stereo sound and enhanced bass from our proprietary passive bass radiator design
- LOUDER VOLUME & MORE BASS distortion-free at maximum volume; room filling sound, perfect for home, dorm room, kitchen, bathroom, car, parties
- WATER RESISTANT IPX5 splashproof, rainproof, dustproof, sandproof; outdoor shower speaker, perfect for the beach, poolside, car, boat & golf cart -- IPX5 rating speaker can resist gentle water spray & splash but cannot be partially or fully submerged
- EXCEPTIONAL 30 HOUR BATTERY PLAYTIME --- 4400MaH battery capacity provides up to 30 hours playing at 2/3 of max volume -- Portable Design just 13 ounces, and 6.5" long and 2.8" high, perfect for travel and long weekends trips
- CONNECT OVER BLUETOOTH IN SECONDS to: iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Smartphones, Tablets, Laptops, Computers, Chromebooks ---- Works great with Amazon Echo and Amazon Echo Dot---- To play from non-Bluetooth devices and TVs use the included 3.5mm audio cable con
Description
The Weatherproof OontZ Angle 3 Plus
The Next Generation of Ultra-Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speakers, Designed and Engineered by Cambridge SoundWorks
Crystal Clear Distortion-Free Sound
Exceptionally Loud Volume
Rain Proof - Splash Proof - Shower Proof
Ultra-Portable, Ultra-Lightweight
Stylish Design plays horizontally and stands to play vertically
Hands Free Personal Speaker Phone
Connects quickly over Bluetooth to your iPhone, Smartphone, and Tablet
Listen to music, videos, movies, apps, and games
Top Quality Sound
Our engineers took on the challenge of designing our latest generation of the OontZ Angle speaker line to have the best available sound
Two Precision neodymium drivers deliver clean clear highs and mids
Bass Radiator delivers enhanced Bass output in a small size.
Triangular design separates Drivers from Bass Radiator enhancing audio clarity
Exceptionally Loud Volume
Distortion-free maximum volume
10 watts of peak output power
Fill an average size room with high quality sound
Dorm rooms, the beach and pool, small groups and gatherings
Play it loud, distortion-free even at max volume
Weatherproof
Rainproof, Splashproof, Dustproof
Listen to your favorite music in the shower
Perfect for taking to the beach, by the pool, or on the golf course
IPX5 Water Resistant
Ultra-Portable, Up to 30 Hour Battery Play Time
Take it Room to Room and Everywhere You Go
Amazingly light Just 13 ounces
6.5” Inches long 2.75 inches high and 2.75 inches wide
Up to 30 hours on a full charge*
Stylish Design
Stand it up or lay it down
Triangular design with a stylish combination of curves and angles with no hard corners
Plays standing up or laying down
Rubberized contact points protect furniture and other surfaces
Hands Free
Personal Wireless Speaker Phone
Works for phone calls from your iPhone and Smartphone
Use when connected over Bluetooth
Built in mic
Easy to Use
Connect to your iPhone, Smartphone and Tablet quickly
Connect in just a few seconds over Bluetooth to your iPhone, Smartphone, and Tablet
Play from Chromebooks, Windows 7-8 systems, TVs and non-Bluetooth devices using the included 3.5mm audio cable connected to the OontZ Angle 3 Plus AUX-IN jack
Play wirelessly over Bluetooth up to 30 unobstructed feet away from your phone or tablet
Rechargeable battery charges using the included Micro USB cable, connected to a USB wall charger (not included) or from your PC or laptop
*Battery play time varies and may be less than 30 hours for a number of reasons including the listening volume (the louder the volume, the shorter the play time), the device, Bluetooth connection, and music genre and music source. The 30 hours was determined with a fully charged OontZ Angle 3 Plus set at approximately 2/3 of the maximum volume.
Conclusion
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-In my video i tested out both products with [[ASIN:B073SQYXTW Echo Spot - Black
-Id like to point the winner to [[ASIN:B073BVWRSP OontZ Angle 3 ULTRA ]
==Reasons==
-This speaker wasnt very stable.
-Its great but not as great as the ultra
Unboxing
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-Neat , Simple , and came with the basic aux and usb
Pairing
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-Really not that much to say here. Its a simple bluetooth connection. If you dont already know how to connect a bluetooth connection then ... you know
Sound quality
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-Nice and crisp and clear
-The bass although makes this speaker move on my table.
-Its really good sounding product at this price range.
- Trust me when i say trust me its worth it,
-The sound wont make you regret anything at all
The search for a good and inexpensive Bluetooth speaker on Amazon continues with the Cambridge SoundWorks OontZ Angle 3 PLUS. With a 4.5-star rating on Amazon from over 1600 reviewers, I had to give it a try. I'll spare you all the packaging details and the included contents and go directly to sound quality which is the most important part for me.
Since music is subjective, let me mention a few things to set some perspective. First, I don’t like loud music. My preference is quality over loudness. During my tests, volume never goes beyond ¾ of the maximum. Vocal clarity and real life sounding musical instruments are crucial. Bass usually means bass guitar and not the heart-pounding, bone-shaking bass produced by stereo systems on some cars. The mobile device used was an iPhone 7 Plus with the equalizer set to Acoustic.
The first track I use for testing is a live recording of a basso vocalist accompanied by two acoustic guitars, a flute and a clarinet. With this track, the lowest frequency comes from from the vocals. Mid to high frequencies are provided by the flute, clarinet and one acoustic guitar. The remaining acoustic guitar produces the highest frequency.
A few seconds into the track, I immediately noticed some muddiness to the bass but still good. The mid to high frequencies from the flute, clarinet and one acoustic guitar were clear. The highest frequency from the second acoustic guitar was crisp but not satisfying. I repeated the tracks a few times with the same observations.
The second track I use for testing speakers is heavy on bass guitar. While there was punch to the bass, it was muddy and not satisfying even at 3/4 of the maximum volume. I repeated the track a few times to ensure that my observation was the same.
The OontZ Angle 3 PLUS is a good speaker at $35. It excels at mid frequencies but lacks the satisfying punch and crispness of both the low and high frequencies. It is loud and can easily fill a 20-feet x 20-feet room with sound. Construction is solid and Bluetooth range is also good. I would recommend this speaker to everyone on a $35 budget. However, if you can spend $5 more, consider the Meidong 2110. Its sound reproduction is more accurate than the OontZ Angle 3 PLUS.
Eat your heart out Bose and Beats. Sounds crazy, I know, but after buying this little guy and listening to it compared to the Beats Pill (which does sound great) the value and quality of this make it a no brainer. If I had paid 100$ for this product, my review would be no different. Bravo!
Music on my laptop sounds bad. I used to plug it into a stereo, but that required playlists and going over to the computer/stereo to change the music. Now, I can either play music and carry the portable stereo from the bedroom to the kitchen or keep the laptop with me and work on it while music plays from a comfortable distance away.
Additionally, I no longer listen to my audible books and podcasts just from the speaker on my iPhone! Everything sounds so much better coming out of this speaker, even if I just put it next to wherever I am sitting or standing in th house.
I am truly kicking myself for not getting one sooner.
And this one is great. It is easy to pair, doesn't require frequent charging, and is SO lightweight.
** 4/28 UPDATE:**
Cambridge Soundworks heard of my defective product and sent me a full replacement and a case! Everything works as intended! I've had both the OONTZ 2 and now the 3 plus and the sound quality is amazing for the price point. Thank you so much for resolving my issue!
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So the speaker works great on my iPhone 6s Plus... as long as the phone is at least 5 feet away from the speaker. The sound cuts out if the phone is closer than that.
Other than that, the product works as intended...
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