If you want to buy a Bluetooth speaker, it isn’t quite as straightforward as you’d like. They’re pretty much all the same, separated only by brand name, colour and price. That’s why the BOOM Swimmer from Polk Audio caught our attention.
Firstly, let’s get the fact that it looks like sperm out of the way, it’s definitely intentional and a sign that Polk Audio isn’t afraid to stand out from the crowd. But the flexible tail end of the speaker isn’t just for a giggle, it can be used to secure the swimmer to everything from a bike handle bar to a shower head.
There’s also the option of swapping the tail out for a suction cup fixing as well. Aside from removing the sperm connotation, using the suction cup has the added benefit of amplifying the speaker’s bass performance if you stick it to glass.
We were pleasantly surprised with the audio quality of the BOOM Swimmer. It’s not the loudest speaker, but for its size the BOOM is loud enough to keep the vibe going in a small room or be disruptive in train carriages (please don’t be one of those people though). Its battery life is pretty decent as well, lasting around 16 hours from a single charge.
The best thing about the BOOM Swimmer though is of course its rugged build and waterproofing, rated to IPX7, it’s versatile enough to be used in almost any scenario. It also has volume and track control, which is a nice added bonus.
Costing only £49.95, this is one of the best portable Bluetooth speakers you can buy.
