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Ultimate Ears MINIROLL is a Wearable Portable Bluetooth Speaker: Preview

At $79.99, UE’s smallest and most affordable portable and rugged Bluetooth speaker includes a hookable strap to attach to gear or clothing.

Ultimate Ears MINIROLL portable Bluetooth speaker in-hand black

Logitech-owned Ultimate Ears (UE) has announced its smallest and most affordable portable Bluetooth speaker to-date. At just $79.99 USD, the new MINIROLL follows a recent update to UE’s Boom Series portable Bluetooth speakers earlier this year.

The MINIROLL is a durable, compact speaker sporting a circular shape that is designed to provide crisp sound. Weighing just over half a pound (279 grams), MINIROLL is light enough to be worn. An included hookable strap makes it easy to take with you while attached to clothing or gear. The strap can accommodate rods with diameters ranging from 20mm to 35mm.

Ultimate Ears MINIROLL portable Bluetooth speaker attached to pocket

The MINIROLL incorporates Bluetooth version 5.3 providing the ability access to music-streaming content from compatible devices, such as smartphones. Bluetooth range is up to 40 feet.  

With a long press of the play/pause button, listeners can access Ultimate Ears’ PartyUp feature that includes Auracast. It allows you to connect an unlimited number of MINIROLL speakers. However, the MINIROLL can’t be connected to other Ultimate Ears speaker models with PartyUp.

To provide day-long listening the MINIROLL provides up to 12 hours of playtime on a single charge. 

For those who are concerned about sustainability, the MINIROLL is made of 100% post-consumer recycled polyester fabric and a minimum of 40% post-consumer recycled plastic parts, giving a second life to end-of-use plastic from consumer electronics.

The MINIROLL is offered in Gentle Black, Majestic Blue, Revive Grey, and Calming Pink (availability varies by region).

Ultimate Ears MINIROLL portable Bluetooth speaker comparison

UE Portable Speaker Comparison

Here is a comparison of the MINIROLL with some of the other portable speakers offered by Ultimate Ears.

MINIROLLEVERBOOMWONDERBOOM  4MEGABOOM 4BOOM 4
Price$79.99$249.99$99.99$199.99$149.99
Immersive or Spatial 360° SoundYes360 sound with Big BassYesYes
Podcast ModeYes
One Touch (NFC)Yes
One Touch (Button)YesYesYes
MegaphoneYesYesYes
Party UpYes (only with other MINIROLLS)YesYesYes
Double UpYesYes
Outdoor BoostYesYes
App (iOS / Android)Roll AppBoom AppBoom AppBoom App
App Features Double Up
Musical Alarm
Customizable EQ
Remote On/Off
EQ Presets (Signature, Bass Boost, Cramped Spaces, Deep Relaxation, Podcast/Vocal),
Customizable EQ
Tap Controls 
Remote On/Off
EQ Presets (Signature, Bass Boost, Cramped Spaces, Deep Relaxation, Podcast/Vocal),
Customizable EQ
Tap Controls 
Remote On/Off
EQ Presets (Signature, Bass Boost, Cramped Spaces, Deep Relaxation, Podcast/Vocal),
Customizable EQ
Tap Controls
Bluetooth5.35.1 5.25.1 5.1
Bluetooth® Range131 ft
(40 m)
180 ft
(55 m)
130 ft
(40 m)
180 ft
(55 m)
150 ft
(45 m)
Battery LifeUp to 12 hoursUp to 20 hoursUp to 14 hoursUp to 20 hoursUp to 15 hours
Charge TimeLess than 3 hrs with > 5V/0.5A AdapterLess than 3 hours with PD charger 15W or aboveLess than 3 hours (with BC1.2 Compliant Adapter)Less than 3 hours with PD charger 15W or aboveLess than 3 hours with type C charger 7.5W or above.
Weatherproof RatingIP67 IP67 IP67IP67IP67
Available FinishesGentle Black
Majestic Blue
Revive Grey
CalmingPink
Charcoal Black
Azure Blue
Enchanting Lilac
Raspberry Red
Active Black
Hyper Pink
Cobalt Blue 
Joyous Bright
Active Black
Cobalt Blue
Enchanting Lilac
Raspberry Red
Active Black
Cobalt Blue
Enchanting Lilac
Raspberry Red
DimensionsHeight: 48.15 mm (1.90 in)
Length: 122.67 mm (4.83 inches)
Width: 105 mm (4.13 inches
Height: 205 mm (8.07 in)
Length: 110 mm (4.33 in)
Width: 85 mm (3.34 in)
Height: 104 mm (4.1 in)
Diameter: 95.3 mm (3.75 in)
Height: 225 mm (8.8 in)
Diameter: 87 mm(3.43 in) 
Height: 184 mm (7.24 in)
Diameter: 73 mm  (2.87 in)
Weight279 g960 g420 g935 g620 g 
SustainabilityMade of 100% post-consumer recycled polyester fabric and a minimum of 40% post-consumer recycled plastic partsMade of 100% post-consumer recycled polyester fabric and a minimum of 58% post-consumer recycled plastic.Made of 100% recycled polyester fabric and a minimum of certified 31% post-consumer recycled plastic Made of 100% post-consumer recycled polyester fabric and a minimum of 58% post-consumer recycled plastic.Made of 100% post-consumer recycled fabric and a minimum of 52% certified post-consumer recycled plastic
Ultimate Ears MINIROLL portable Bluetooth speaker attached to pockets group

Initial Impressions

Ultimate Ears has an ever-expanding lineup of compact portable Bluetooth Speakers, and the MINIROLL is designed for those looking for an extremely compact, even wearable, speaker that is very convenient for on-the-go listening. It doesn’t have all the features of UE’s step-up portable speakers, but for convenience, the MINIROLL might be the right choice. 

Ultimate Ears MINIROLL portable Bluetooth speakers

Price & Availability

The Ultimate Ears MINIROLL is available for $79.99 at Amazon.

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