The Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 is a mid-tier Bluetooth speaker that was first launched in mid-2019. Weighing only 2 pounds, the speaker is relatively easy to carry around, and since it is both water and dust-resistant, it is ideal for outdoor use. The speaker is also capable of stereo output, and with a battery that lasts up to 17.7 hours, the MEGABOOM 3 lasts almost as long as some of the best speakers on the market. In terms of its Bluetooth connectivity, the MEGABOOM 3 has a range of up to 282.2 ft, but it can only be paired with one device at a time. The most popular Bluetooth speakers can handle two or more simultaneous connections, and although the WONDERBOOM 2 does not quite fit into that category, it can still be paired with two devices simultaneously. If you’re interested, check it out in our Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2 review.
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Product overview
Critic Consensus
- Great build quality
- The Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 was praised by testers for its outstanding build quality, loud volume, and impressive battery performance.
- Loud max volume
- Specialists from Tom’s Guide were happy that the MEGABOOM 3 was dust and water-resistant and liked that its vocals and instrumentals were clear and accurate when streaming videos and listening to music.
- Easy-to-use app
- They were also delighted with its Bluetooth connectivity since the signal strength remained high when the speaker and the connected device were separated through a wall.
Experts from Sound Guys also liked that the speaker could be connected with up to 150 other speakers through its companion app, which they also found easy to use during their experiments.
However, testers were disappointed with its lack of WiFi connectivity, missing speakerphone functionality, and lack of support for voice assistants. The Ultimate Ears Megablast is compatible with voice assistants, so check it out in our Ultimate Ears MEGABLAST review. The MEGABOOM 3 also does not have an FM tuner as the Avantree SP850 does. Have a look at it in our Avantree SP850 review.
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our Verdict
- Great build quality
- The Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 was praised by testers for its outstanding build quality, loud volume, and impressive battery performance.
- Loud max volume
- Specialists from Tom’s Guide were happy that the MEGABOOM 3 was dust and water-resistant and liked that its vocals and instrumentals were clear and accurate when streaming videos and listening to music.
- Easy-to-use app
- They were also delighted with its Bluetooth connectivity since the signal strength remained high when the speaker and the connected device were separated through a wall.
Experts from Sound Guys also liked that the speaker could be connected with up to 150 other speakers through its companion app, which they also found easy to use during their experiments.
However, testers were disappointed with its lack of WiFi connectivity, missing speakerphone functionality, and lack of support for voice assistants. The Ultimate Ears Megablast is compatible with voice assistants, so check it out in our Ultimate Ears MEGABLAST review. The MEGABOOM 3 also does not have an FM tuner as the Avantree SP850 does. Have a look at it in our Avantree SP850 review.
Reasons to Buy
- Great build quality
- Loud max volume
- Easy-to-use app
- Long battery life
- Decent bass response
Specifications
 | Drivers | 0.23 in (5.8 mm) + 9.2 mm |
| Frequency Low | 10hz | |
 | Panel Type | LCD |
 | Resolution | 1920 × 1080 (Full HD) |
Test Results
Reasons to Avoid
- No WiFi connectivity
- No speakerphone/voice assistant functionality
Key Specs_
Specifications
| Drivers | 0.23 in (5.8 mm) + 9.2 mm |
| Frequency Low | 10hz | |
| Panel Type | LCD |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1080 (Full HD) |
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Market Context |
The Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 is a mid-tier Bluetooth speaker that was first launched in mid-2019. Weighing only 2 pounds, the speaker is relatively easy… |
There is hardly any structural difference between the Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 and the Ultimate Ears BOOM 3, so buyers might struggle to differentiate between… There is hardly any structural difference between the Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 and the Ultimate Ears BOOM 3, so buyers might struggle to differentiate between the two. However, the MEGABOOM 3 offers a more profound bass response and a longer 17.7-hour battery life than the BOOM 3, which only lasts up to 13.7 hours. We’ve covered more about the BOOM 3 in our Ultimate Ears BOOM 3 review. |
The Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 is capable of a stereo output while the JBL Charge 5 is not, and its 17.7-hour battery life is longer… The Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 is capable of a stereo output while the JBL Charge 5 is not, and its 17.7-hour battery life is longer than the 14.5-hour battery life of the JBL Charge 5. However, the Charge 5 can handle up to two simultaneous connections simultaneously, which the BOOM 3 cannot. |
The Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3’s 17.7-hour battery life is much longer than the 12.7-hour battery life of the JBL Xtreme 3. However, the Xtreme 3… The Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3’s 17.7-hour battery life is much longer than the 12.7-hour battery life of the JBL Xtreme 3. However, the Xtreme 3 can be paired with two devices, but the MEGABOOM 3 cannot. |
Drivers | 0.23 in (5.8 mm) + 9.2 mm | 0.23 in (5.8 mm) + 9.2 mm | – | – |
Frequency Low | 10hz | – | – | – |
Panel Type | LCD | TN | – | – |
Resolution | 1920 × 1080 (Full HD) | 720 × 480 | – | – |
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