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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 203 reviews

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  • Sound Quality

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

  • Range

    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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88%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers frequently mention the excellent sound quality, including the impressive bass, and long battery life of the RockBox XL Portable Bluetooth Speaker. Many appreciate its waterproof and durable design, perfect for outdoor use, along with the convenient features like USB charging and integrated lights. The speaker's volume and portability are also frequently praised. While some users noted limitations with Bluetooth range, the overwhelmingly positive feedback highlights the speaker's strengths.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Lights, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Sound and Value for the $$$

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this speaker on sale as a closing gift for my client. Closing was delayed by a few weeks so I decided to give this a shot and compare it against my JBL Xtreme portable speaker. What a surprise! It's a great sounding speaker that's super clear and crisp. The added lighting is awesome and yes, it floats in the pool! We enjoyed pushing this around in the water and enjoying the tremendous sound. Of course, had to catch it on sale again and purchase one for my client because we kept the original. Great buy for the $$$

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Thanks for the 5-star review! AltecLansing

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Lights

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very loud

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Battery performance is awesome. Love the size and the nice sturdy design. Very loud and love the lights as well, perfect size and weight

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality, Waterproof

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect outdoor Bluetooth portable speaker

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the perfect outdoor Bluetooth portable speaker. Waterproof, great sound, cool LED lights and a great carry handle. We use it outside on our deck. Run time on the battery has been exceptional. The sound is fantastic. Great package and a great value. I'll be adding a second speaker next season when we expand the size of our deck. We stream SiriusXM and YouTube for all-night entertainment when enjoying adult beverages with our friends and neighbors around the firepit.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Thanks for the kind words, Keith! AltecLansing

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Erkie

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This unit has a nice battery life. It sounds decent and it is not super bulky to carry around.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Thanks for the review! AltecLansing

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Small party speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice sound good shape and size just wish it had fm tuner built in.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Thanks for the review! AltecLansing

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great speaker

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome speaker pairs well with other altec speakers. Good sound and long battery life

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lights, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for pools

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this for my husband for our backyard pool area. After reading on the box that it was water proof we tested it by throwing it in the pool. Works great! Good sound quality and lights up to illuminate pool at night time.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Thanks for the 5-star review! AltecLansing

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    SUCH A STEAL, GREAT BLUETOOTH SPEAKER

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Directly compared these, in my quiet room to the following: Sony SRS-XB41, Marshall Kilburn II, Altec Lansing Sound Bucket, JBL extreme 2, and the ONYX 5... this rock box blew them all away. The only one that could compare to it was the Sony, but still the rock box beat it!! The sound quality is fantastic and the bass is amazing!! At lower volumes the clarity from the JBL and Sony I think were better and a plus they were smaller so better portability. BUT if you want something loud and boomin that’s not that much bigger, AND you don’t want to drop $400-500 on the JBL Boombox. GET THIS!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Thanks for the feedback! AltecLansing

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Lights, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quality sound

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This speaker has amazing sound quality! Clear audio with great bass, and the light show will definitely get a party started. Also links perfectly with other Altec speakers, I linked it with a super lifejacket and a lifejacket jolt and all 3 played together perfectly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Highly recommended speaker.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Did research on all the outdoor speakers on the market and this one was the one for me. Great bang for my buck as it gives me exactly what I need without having to break the bank. Great volume level, quality sound, and fun design. The charge holds for a good period of time and has floating capability, great for camping at the lake.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Thanks for the review! AltecLansing

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very awesome speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased this speaker for my grandson and he is really happy with it. It has Bluetooth and a different variety of lights to choose from. Sound is very good and it is very loud. So I am pleased with price of it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Thanks for the review! AltecLansing

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Great sound definitely not water Proof

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The sound is arguably 5 stars and the battery is better than most. Pairing is a great option too. The product boasts that it can float in water, like in a pool. However, with it covered under a canopy it was left out in a mild rain storm for two hours where a mist must have apparently got on the speaker. Unnoticeable until it started to completely rust. It still sounds great but not looks like something from the dump. Not only is it not water proof but it's not even water resistant in mild conditions. I expected much more quality.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Hi there - We're sorry you've experienced this with our IMW999 RockBox XL. Please contact us by phone at 1-855-292-4087, by our social media channels (Facebook: @alteclansing, Instagram: @alteclansingoffical), or by e-mail at [email protected]. We'd be happy to assist you! AltecLansing

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great sound quality!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This speaker has plenty of volume, great sound quality and all in a fairly compact size!!! Only complaint I have is you gotta charge it with a wall charger, would've been better if you could charge it with a 12V source.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid and Durable

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Huge upgrade over my smaller BT speaker with sweet deep bass. and for a good price so it can't be beat. Seems to be able to take a beating but I haven't pushed my luck on that.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Thanks for the review! AltecLansing

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Party must have!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Speaker sounds really good; the bass has a solid hold to it. Have not tested waterproof features yet but overall sound and build quality is on par with higher end speakers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Thanks for the review! AltecLansing

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sounds great and is rugged enough for my kids

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    There are a lot of choices in the Bluetooth speaker space, but this one hits on the two most important factors: 1) It sounds great. 2) It takes a licking. We gave it to my 10-year-old for Christmas and he uses it with his tablet to play music, watch movies and play games. He can't wait for the weather to warm up so he can play DJ by the pool.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Thanks for the feedback! AltecLansing

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Sound quality, Waterproof

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Bluetooth speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Looked at many different speakers in this price range the sound quality and bass response was the best of them long battery life and waterproof

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Battery life, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So easy to use, great quality sound, the battery last forever, 5 to 6 hours easily! Super deep bass, absolutely love the speaker!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Lights, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome sound !!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really good and loud. Nice battery life. Lights are a plus and give a special effect on parties.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Hi there, thank you for your glowing review! We greatly appreciate it! AltecLansing

  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Altec Rockbox

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I absolutely love this speaker! It has amazing sound and awesome bass. I would definitely recommend buying it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from AltecLansingCustomerServ
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      Thanks for the review! AltecLansing

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