Thoroughly enjoying this Bluetooth speaker. Operating two in True Wireless Stereo, the Flare can handle pretty much anything you throw at it.
Pretty much, as it may occasionally struggle with high quality vocals played at maximum volume like Vaya Con Dios' self named debut album.
Otherwise, it doesn't matter whether you throw (nu) metal, techno, hiphop, or [gasp] pop at it the Flare can handle it.
With solid battery life of claimed upto 12 hours - we never used them on battery for more than 7-8 hours - and it's 360 degree sound the Flare is an ideal outdoor or pool party speaker. The speaker is IPX7 submersionproof too.
The light effects are a fun gimmick although often not in sync on both speakers. What isn't a fun gimmick, yet a vast improvement tho, is the Flare's BassUp bass enforcer which improves the sound stage of the Flare tremendously.
One thing we regret is that the Flare doesn't have a mic and can thus not be used as an alternative to Google or Alexa devices. The Flare doesn't have Forward/Rewind controls either and can thus not be used to control music players or Apple Music/Spotify.
Connecting via Bluetooth is hassle free and once connected, the devices keep their settings stored also when switching from the Anker app on iOS to Android. A detail but its discovery was appreciated.
Currently easily found below $40 the Soundcore Flare by Anker is a steal and can serve as main speaker set in any modern hub.
Design Sound quality Battery life
No microphone Lacking controls No strap
