Those looking for the best portable Bluetooth speakers right now should consider the JBL Flip 6 and the Bose SoundLink Flex, rival speakers with around the same battery life, the same waterproof rating and similar weights. Both are terrific options, although the sound on the JBL Flip 6 is a bit more customisable, while the Bose works as a speakerphone and with voice assistants, something the JBL lacks. Both are only around 600g, so they won’t weigh you down.

If you’re after more of a budget model, we’d pick up the Soundcore 3 for around £50 or the Soundcore Motion 300 as the best option under £100. And if these options seem too weighty, our current favourite compact options are the mini but mighty JBL Go 4 and the JBL Clip 5.