OontZ Angle 3 Bluetooth Speaker, up to 100 ft Wireless Range, Portable Speaker for iPhone, Android Phones, Louder Volume, Crystal Clear Sound, Rich Bass, IPX5 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black)

The little Duo Ten shower speaker was a very good friend for several years. It kept me company in the shower and again at my laptop as I worked. Alas, all good friendships can come to an end. All of a sudden, it stopped playing for hours without recharging. Very quickly it degraded to it barely could last through 4 songs. That was more than enough to get through the actual shower as I usually get through in 3. But it was awful lonely the rest of the time in the bathroom as I got ready for the day.I looked originally to replace this speaker with another one from the same company. To my surprise, it wasn’t available through Duo Ten. I could find a couple of identical looking speakers with other brand names on them. I wanted a more long lasting relationship with my shower speaker and new brand names on what looked like the same beloved speaker didn’t inspire confidence.Thus began a rather prolonged search experience while I mourned a rather lean musical experience in the shower. This journey took me through multiple YouTube videos and lots of text based research on the Internet looking for the perfect replacement. There wasn’t any such speaker.Every shower speaker had its detractors who didn’t like something, as well as, someone singing its praises. Since I was planning on using this shower speaker in non-critical listening experiences, I did not want to have to take out a ‘loan’ to purchase it. That wiped out a significant number of the speakers that could be used in the ways I was planning.I almost purchased a replacement speaker several times since the summer but held back for some reason.I tend to read Amazon reviews from the 1-star reviews up to the 5-star ones. I want to find out real world issues people were having first, being able to filter out for myself those where someone just had an ax to grind. I find that too often the 5-star reviews are ‘glowing’ reports why a particular product is ‘best thing since sliced bread.’As I mentioned before, I also read many more technical reviews from other sources. However, those too had their faults as often the reveiws were written in the past and not 2023.However, I kept coming back to the Cambridge Oontz products and a couple of others. When a sale came up on the OontZ Angle 3 Shower Plus I decided I was driving myself nuts and took a chance on this product.What do I think about the OontZ Angle 3 Shower Plus speaker? I like it. It wasn’t too expensive. It fit right in with how I planned to use it: the shower in the morning and as low volume background music while I worked. I’m happy with the purchase and to be able to stop trying to figure out the perfect purchase.What I liked:1) Cambridge has been around for a while and likely to still be there when this speaker decides to hang it up.2) Oontz’s distinctive triangular speakers have been around for years and generally have a good rep.3) The size is perfect. Standing on end it takes up less space on my shower shelf than the round Duo Ten did.4) With the passive bass reflector side close to the tile wall, bass in the shower is quite good. It certainly isn’t going to cause ripples in a pool of water like the dinosaurs in a certain movie francahise. but it is decent. I don’t feel like I’m missing out.5) Volume can be cranked up significantly in the shower before bass distortion rears its head.6) It was ridiculously simple to pair this speaker to my phone. Since that is the only way I was planning to use it, it was not a problem that the speaker can only be paired to one device at a time.7) The key pad controls make logical sense. I never did figure out or remember how to do anything more than raise or lower volume on the Duo Ten. I can easily repeat a track or advance to a different one on the Oontz.8) It comes with a 3mm jack outlet so that if I get tired of wearing headphones with my laptop (another manufacturer’s promise of superior sound from incredibly tiny speakers that was full of fluff), I can jack into it for better sound. I don’t plan to pair it with the laptop as this speaker can only pair to one source at a time, and I don’t feel like using the 3mm audio patch cord is an unreasonable option.What might be deal breakers for others:1) Bass isn’t that evident, not bad, just not expensive speaker expectations. Even in normal orientation on a hard surface, you can’t expect to have Bose quality. But then why would you purchas a speaker for approximately $30 and expect the rumble of a bigger, more expensive speaker?2) The key pad controls are not highlighted in another color like more expensive Oontz speakers are. It is really hard to see them as they are the same color as the end caps. They are raised up in the material so eventually I’ll learn where the buttons are just like I did on my TVs unlit remote.3) I don’t think you can expect to ‘fill’ a room with vibrant sound like all the manufacturers suggest. But then that Is why I purchased more expensive speakers and my Echo Studios. It is only a $30 speaker with two 1 1/2 speakers pumping out the sound.4) It only comes in black. That suits me as all of my tech is black. Black is simple. It may not be chic but it is stylish.5) You can only pair this speaker to one source at a time meaning you would have to unpair it from to your phone inorder to use it with some other source. But agian it is so simple to pair this speaker, it shouldn’t really be a deal breaker. I have some really expensive equipment that allows multiple paired sources that drive me crazy as they don’t switch between sources as easily as promised by manufacturers. Simple is sometimes just better.What features I probably never, ever use:1) Answering my phone while in the shower. Do I really want anyone to know I’m bare naked in the shower?2) The app. I keep apps to a bare minimum on my iPhone. Too many experiences where app designers do not keep up to date with changes Apple makes to its iOs. Besides the app seems to not have much in the way of features I would want or need. I did hesitate for a moment when the manual mentions software updates to the software can only take place using the phone app. But then how often is Cambridge going to really update software on a $30 speaker?3) Linking multiple similar Oontz speakers together. I have never felt the need to link my Echo speakers around the house. My son did and it is disconcerning how hit and miss it is. Sometimes speaking to Alexa in the kitchen gets a response from the living room. Music playing in one room doesn’t always play in other rooms when requested. So this is most likely a no, since I primarily want to use this speaker in the shower and as background ‘noise’ while working.So is this a good investment? I think so. It is for me. It is small enough for me to carry easily from room to room. The sound is loud enough and good enough for what I need. It didn’t cost me ‘an arm and a leg’ to have music where I want and when I want it. And most importantly, being a recognized brand there is just something comforting that when this speaker dies, another similar one will probably be available.

Oh boy, do I have a story for you! It all started when I was looking for the perfect Bluetooth speaker to take with me on my next camping trip. I wanted something that was portable, durable, and most importantly, had great sound quality. After scouring the internet for hours, I finally stumbled upon the OontZ Upgraded Angle 3 Bluetooth Speaker, and boy am I glad I did.Let me start off by saying that this speaker is an absolute powerhouse. With its powerful 10-watt output, I was able to blast my music at full volume and still have it sound crystal clear. And speaking of volume, this thing can get LOUD! I was worried that I wouldn’t be able to hear it over the sound of the campfire and the crickets, but boy was I wrong. I actually had to turn it down a few notches because it was so loud!But what really impressed me about this speaker was its wireless range. The box claims it can reach up to 100 feet, and I was skeptical at first, but I decided to put it to the test. I walked a full 100 feet away from the speaker, and not only could I still hear my music perfectly, but I was even able to control the volume and skip tracks from my phone. I mean, come on, how cool is that?!Now, let’s talk about the battery life. I was a little worried that the battery wouldn’t last through a full weekend of camping, but again, I was pleasantly surprised. I was able to use it all day on Saturday, and even after leaving it on overnight, it still had enough juice to last through most of Sunday. And when it finally did die, it only took a couple of hours to fully recharge.But the real kicker? This thing is water-resistant! I accidentally spilled a whole cup of water on it, and I thought for sure it was a goner. But to my surprise, it kept on playing like nothing had happened. I wouldn’t recommend taking it for a swim, but it’s definitely a nice peace of mind to know that it can handle a little splash here and there.The first time I used the OontZ Upgraded Angle 3 Bluetooth Speaker was at a backyard barbecue, and everyone was blown away by its sound quality. We played everything from classic rock to pop, and the speaker handled it all with ease. It even has a built-in microphone, which was perfect for taking hands-free calls without having to disconnect the speaker.Another thing that impressed me was how easy it was to connect to my phone. All I had to do was turn on my phone’s Bluetooth, and the speaker immediately popped up as an option. It connected seamlessly every time, and I never experienced any lag or dropped connections.One thing to note is that this speaker is on the larger side for a portable speaker, but I didn’t mind that at all. It’s still small enough to easily pack in a backpack or duffel bag, and the added size means better sound quality and battery life.And last but not least, I have to give a shoutout to the OontZ customer service team. I had a question about the speaker, and I reached out to their customer service team via email. They responded within 24 hours and were incredibly helpful and friendly. It’s rare to find a company that genuinely cares about its customers, but OontZ definitely impressed me in that regard.Overall, I would give the OontZ Upgraded Angle 3 Bluetooth Speaker a solid 5 out of 5 stars. It exceeded my expectations in every way, and I can’t wait to take it on many more adventures in the future. If you’re in the market for a portable Bluetooth speaker that packs a punch, look no further!Let’s compare the OontZ Upgraded Angle 3 Bluetooth Speaker with the JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker, which is a competitive brand. Here’s a breakdown of their features:1. Sound Quality:• OontZ Upgraded Angle 3 Bluetooth Speaker has two precision acoustic drivers that deliver excellent sound quality with deep bass and clear highs.• JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker has a powerful driver that delivers a strong bass response and crisp high notes.2. Battery Life:• OontZ Upgraded Angle 3 Bluetooth Speaker has a 2200mAh rechargeable battery that provides up to 14 hours of playtime.• JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker has a larger 4800mAh rechargeable battery that provides up to 12 hours of playtime.3. Waterproof and Durability:• OontZ Upgraded Angle 3 Bluetooth Speaker is IPX5 rated, which means it is splashproof, rainproof, and dustproof.• JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker is IPX7 rated, which means it is waterproof and can be submerged in up to 3 feet of water for up to 30 minutes.4. Connectivity:• OontZ Upgraded Angle 3 Bluetooth Speaker uses Bluetooth 5.0, which provides a strong and stable connection up to 100 feet away from the device.• JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker also uses Bluetooth 5.0 and supports PartyBoost, which allows you to connect multiple JBL PartyBoost-compatible speakers together for a louder sound experience.5. Size and Weight:• OontZ Upgraded Angle 3 Bluetooth Speaker measures 5.25 x 2.6 x 2.8 inches and weighs 9 ounces.• JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker measures 7.1 x 2.7 x 2.9 inches and weighs 1.2 pounds.Overall, both speakers have their pros and cons, and it ultimately depends on your personal preferences and needs. The OontZ Upgraded Angle 3 Bluetooth Speaker is more affordable and has a longer battery life, while the JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth Speaker is more durable and waterproof with a higher quality sound.

Like any product, this speaker has both good and less than good points. Having just received it, I am limited to immediate experience, although thus far more good than bad:Oontz Angle 3 Speaker (Geez, what a name!) appears well constructed, with good, solid feeling to it; although it isn’t at all heavy. It doesn’t have any apparition nor feeling of being loosely constructed, with good and tight fitting rubber seals and grommet for power/hard cable connection port. It was a bit difficult to get grommet open for charge the first time, but using some blunt tool removes it easy enough…Make sure you don’t use anything like a sharp knife or like edged tool, because the rubber grommet could be accidentally cut easily enough when trying to lift it out initially. That’s not a point for complaint, because speaker is supposed to be water proof enough to take in the shower, although user pamphlet expressively warns against full submersion. I as well like the fact the pamphlet is well written, easy to understand in explaining functions and set up, and I am thrilled by the fact it is completely in English; as opposed to multi language documents that are written in several languages at microdot font. It’s definitely a high point for me to see the instructions are completely in English, but higher still, designed and engineered in America! It is manufactured in China however (What isn’t these days?), and I would have preferred American manufacturing and paid more for it if it was.Bluetooth pairing with my iPhone 7 Plus was simple and easy, and activated the pairing mode was very easy, requiring only the user depress and hold the Bluetooth button, which is lit when in use, for a few seconds until it reacts by fast flash. After that, it’s just a matter of selecting it in iPhone settings menu, and it will continue to “look” for the speaker after powering on and off, or turning it on for other sessions. Although it hasn’t yet been a problem for me with Oontz speaker, it is sometimes important to reselect chosen device in iPhone if you want another device selection (such as Plantronics headset or other device); although that’s iPhone’s issue and not Oontz Angle 3 Speaker’s.So how does it sound? (Thought you’d never ask!): It’s a fairly good, responsive speaker with good resonating effects, deep base response, and good mid and high end response. Bear in mind this is a small, portable speaker running off an internal battery, so if you’re wanting several hundred watts to rival Bose speakers, this ain’t it! But it’s no slouch of a portable speaker either, and it would be absolutely perfect for bedside, hotel, bathroom-shower morning music and like use. It would be perfect for kids’ rooms, although no kid is truly happy unless he can annoy parents with high volume, preferably including the neighbors while at it, and this little speaker just isn’t made for window-shattering output.It gets a little tricky if your playlists are “eclectic from hell” like mine are! Neal Young and Rolling Stones comes out great using iPhone’s “Small Speakers” EQ setting, Temptations does better using “R&B” or “Pop,” and I have yet to isolate best for Grateful Dead…But “Rock” comes near (but not quite there) the mark. Junior Walker imposes a problem I have yet to solve…And who can live without? All in, you’ll likely find a good setting for one album or genre of music, but you would do well to expect to use more than one if you really like your music like I do. Still, that no buzz killer by me. I like it just as much! Again, if you want to share your music with residents two flights up or around the block, this won’t be your answer, but I have a 700 watt Yamaha receiver to accomplish that need anyway.Oontz Angle 3 speaker comes partially charged enough to pair and try right out of the box, although I soon connected it to supplied cable and to a USB charger I already had. Instructions say it can take “5-6 hours to fully charge a low battery,” but how “low” it is on delivery is anyone’s guess. Good news is you can listen while charging it, and it’s recommended to fully charge initially. I note user pamphlet states higher volume level will affect play time, but it says you’ll get “up to 12 hours at 2/3 volume.”Hands Free function for telephone user however, does present a weak point. Sound of incoming party is reasonably good and nothing to complain about, but the microphone on the Oontz Angle 3 does indeed leave much to be desired! I tried it in a reasonably quiet surrounding without background noise, a little less than two feet away in normal voice that I would use with other hands free telephone devices, using my own voicemail message to gauge sound quality. The result was very tinny, with a very distant reception that gives perception of being very far from the microphone when you’re not. Since I don’t expect to ever much rely on that function anyway, at most to grab a very important call while in the shower or like setting, that’s no deal breaker to me. If you expect to make a lot of hands free telephone use however, you should be aware of that and immediately test it to see if it’s something you can rely on. The upside is it automatically went into telephone mode and enabled the microphone without having to switch, and it immediately returned to playing music once call was terminated. Since cell phone issues can be sourced to any number of reasons (connection, device location, etc,), it isn’t always evident for where the problem cause is…So test that soon, once you get it!All in, end of the day, and bottom line: This is a great deal! I believe I am getting more than what I would expect for $25 Bluetooth-connected, small portable speaker, and it sounds really good in the entire room, and isn’t limited to being sweet-spot in front of it. The base comes most from the bottom of speaker and has easily discernible mid and high range outputs, which is hard to find on small speakers at all, let alone portable AND Bluetooth. It will easily be benefited in smaller space with tiled walls like most bathrooms tend to be, and neither it nor the manufacturers fear a hot shower, provided you don’t ask it to scrub your back. It would work very well in a kitchen, bedside or hotel room without causing the front desk to ask you for an much earlier check out…Like now or sooner. It has it’s limitations like anything else, but for reasonable volumes and user expectations, it’s still a score! There’s only one thing I would want that wasn’t part of the buying experience: Free shipping from Amazon (Hint, hint!!). I would buy another and I do recommend it! Thumbs up, stars, and a few backflips…And nobody is giving me anything for this review.

I listen to a lot of audio books and these are the best speakers ever! I have traveled with them and while at home I have one in the dining room and one in my bedroom and have them set for dual mode instead of stereo so that I can listen to my audio book while moving through the house. I liked these so much that I also bought and gifted a pair for my Aunt. Highly recommend and I would definitely purchase again!

Wow! This thing packs one hell of a punch!I received a Bluetooth speaker for Christmas a couple months ago. Loved it. It’s nothing like a stereo, but it’s a nice little portable device to have in the kitchen while cooking or to have some background music while we’re all sitting at the dinner table. The sound was good, the volume got fairly loud. For a $25 gift exchange item, I was happy I ended up with it and up until that point, I never thought I had any need for a Bluetooth speakerWork is highly against using streaming music sites and has blocked most of them, and there’s no radio. And I’ve been the only employee in my office for the last 4 months. It’s lonely. No one to talk to. And quiet. Oh woe is me.Once and a while, I would bring in the Bluetooth speaker I’d gotten for Christmas, but I hated having to lug it back and forth so I could use it at home while I cooked or during dinner. It was time to get another.(It’s amazing how something you never knew you needed turns into the need of having more than one after you finally realize what you’re missing)So, the hunt began a few weeks ago for a decent Bluetooth speaker. I didn’t want to get another one like the one I had because I wanted to try out a different brand or model to compare.***What was I looking for?***Sound. That was it. I wanted something that could get loud (to replace my need for my stereo in most cases), something that could handle deep bass, and something that wouldn’t get distorted, static-y, or muddy no matter the volume or amount of bass. It didn’t have to be big, small, a certain color, a certain shape, didn’t have to take my calls, or be waterproof. Just needed to have a great sound. But I wanted something under $50, too.***What made me choose the OontZ Angle 3 Bluetooth speaker?***I went hunting the internet for “Best Bluetooth Speakers” for 2015 and 2016 and “Best Cheap Bluetooth Speakers” of 2015/2016. This one came up on several lists. I *almost* chose one other one, which was about $20 more (though I also had a $10 off coupon), but it was a newer product and I didn’t feel it had been around long enough to conclude whether it was a good long-lasting product or not. So I decided to take my chances with this one.***What did I receive?***Upon opening the box from Amazon, the Bluetooth speaker came in its own separate product box. Inside that box was the Bluetooth speaker, inside of a plastic sheathe. Also inside the box was a USB charging cable.***How did I feel about it after I tried it out?***Very impressed. The sound was clear; no rattling, static, or muddiness. The volume was very loud. I had company over, and it was a little difficult talking over the speaker.***How did it compare to the other Bluetooth speaker I’d gotten for Christmas?***Mind blowing. I thought I had a good, loud, clear, superior product that I’d gotten for Christmas. But I switched back and forth between both for about 15 minutes and was just amazed. The OontZ was about an inch shorter but put out a more powerful sound. The Oontz is rectangular vs the round one I had and the quality of sound was much more crisp and the bass was much deeper. Both Bluetooth speakers, at full volume, could be felt in the floor- the bass, that is. I had them sitting on my kitchen table, as I sat in a kitchen chair, and I could feel the bass in the floor with both, but it was much more noticeable with the OontZ. The OontZ can be used standing up or lying on its side, the other one I had could only be used standing up, since it was round. The other difference, and the biggest for me, is that the other Bluetooth speaker I got for Christmas is only selling for 9 cents less here on Amazon than this one is. Essentially, they’re the same price… but this one is way more bang for your buck!***What was the best part?***The entertainment it provided my children! When the OontZ was turned up to max volume and lying on its side, it seems to dance across the table. No, really… lol The vibration of the heavy bass WILL actually move the speaker around the table even though there are skid pads on the bottom. My 4 and 9 year olds thought this was HILARIOUS and insisted on showing their friends the dancing speaker when they came over! Needless to say, it’s best to keep it standing up instead of lying on its side if you’re going to have the volume maxed out with a heavy bass!***What’s the worst part?***The ends/top & bottom and skid pads collect ANY dust, dirt, fibers, hair, you name it… anything it can find that’s in the air or on your table you didn’t know was there. Aesthetically, that really sucks.WARNING: The title description says it’s “Waterproof.” However, in the product description, it states that it is “water resistant.” I just wanted to point out that inconsistency.Overall, this thing is FANTASTIC! This is a GREAT replacement or alternative to a home stereo system! (And cheap!)UPDATE 3/8/2016: I’ve now been using this speaker for a little over a week. I’ve had to charge it once so far, with daily use of an hour to 5 or 6 hours at a time. Not bad, really. There is a meter on my iPod which shows me the batter life, however when it’s charging, you can’t tell that it’s connected or charging. Nothing flashes, the battery meter doesn’t turn green, nothing. I wasn’t sure for a while that it was even charging after I’d plugged it in. Luckily, it did, but it did take quite some time to charge. I’d say a half hour or longer, though I didn’t time it.Please rate my review if you find this to be helpful information!