Monster SuperStar BackFloat

49 reviews

Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 49 reviews of Monster SuperStar BackFloat. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. People really like the design and sound. The bass quality and reliability get critical comments.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Monster SuperStar BackFloat is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.com review summary for Monster SuperStar BackFloat

alaTest has collected and analyzed 33 user reviews of Monster SuperStar BackFloat from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com.

91% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Cameron Faulkner (techradar.com)

Monster SuperStar BackFloat review

A semi-amphibious Bluetooth speaker that doesn't offer up much else

Floats in water ; Sophisticated design ; Loud sound

Costly ; Average battery life ; Narrow listening angle ; Distorted highs and lows

Monster's SuperStar BackFloat offers a unique and water-friendly twist on your average Bluetooth speaker, but the results sink it. The inconsistent sound performance across genres, average battery life and high price prove that you should look elsewhere.

May, 2015

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Expert review by : Stuart Miles (pocket-lint.com)

Monster SuperStar Backfloat Bluetooth speaker review: Making a splash?

There are so many Bluetooth speakers on the market that picking the best one can be a tough decision. Price, sound quality, portability - they all matter. Monster's approach with the SuperStar Backfloat is to add a two distinct selling points into the...

Floats in water, sounds good considering the size, easy to use

Button configuration is confusing, not properly waterproof, average battery life

The Monster Superstar Backfloat Bluetooth speaker delivers ample audio in a water-resistant floating package, meaning your swimming pool or bathtub can become a haven of tunes.

May, 2015

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Expert review by : Justin Yu (cnet.co.uk)

Monster SuperStar BackFloat review: A rugged waterproof speaker for tunes in the pool

Monster's floating waterproof Bluetooth speaker is fun to use in the pool, but it needs a substantial price cut before we recommend you go out and drop $150 on one.

The Monster SuperStar BackFloat is a portable Bluetooth speaker with a tough outer shell that protects it from water, dirt and dust. As the name implies, it can also float on its back with the speaker pointed up to add music to a pool party. It also...

It's more expensive than competing waterproof speakers, it can't handle deep bass well, and the sound distorts at higher volumes.

The Monster SuperStar BackFloat's sound quality won't blow you away, but its travel-friendly design and unique ability to float on water makes it a fun accessory for your next pool party.

Aug, 2015

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Expert review by : Jonathan Margolis (howtospendit.ft.com)

Monster SuperStar Backfloat

The first Bluetooth speaker to float on water is perfect for a leisurely lilo time

Nov, 2015

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Expert review by : Justin Yu (cnet.com)

Monster SuperStar BackFloat review

I've reviewed a handful of ruggedized portable Bluetooth speakers in the past, but the waterproof Monster SuperStar BackFloat is unique, thanks to its ability to float on its back with the speaker firing up in the air -- the company makes it a point to...

It's more expensive than competing waterproof speakers, it can't handle deep bass well, and the sound distorts at higher volumes.

The Monster SuperStar BackFloat's sound quality won't blow you away, but its travel-friendly design and unique ability to float on water makes it a fun accessory for your next pool party.

Aug, 2015

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Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

Monster SuperStar BackFloat

The Monster SuperStar BackFloat is a rugged, quality Bluetooth speaker designed to float in the pool.

Quality audio performance for a speaker this size, with rich lows and crisp highs. Floats in water and is splash- and shock-resistant. Easily portable design.

A bit overpriced. Some distortion at top volumes on deep bass tracks.

It's hard to complain too much about a water-resistant speaker that also delivers quality audio performance for its size, but the BackFloat does seem slightly overpriced. It delivers audio more or less comparable with speakers that cost significantly...

Feb, 2015

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Expert review by : Chris Burns (slashgear.com)

Monster SuperStar BackFloat Review: the best waterproof bluetooth speaker yet

The Monster SuperStar BackFloat speaker is a simple concept - it pumps out the jams while it floats in water. Water to which it is resistant. You can toss it in the pool and not worry about it exploding, shutting down, or otherwise being wrecked. While...

Aug, 2015

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Expert review by : Justin Yu (cnet.com.au)

Monster SuperStar BackFloat review: A rugged waterproof speaker for tunes in the pool

It's more expensive than competing waterproof speakers, it can't handle deep bass well, and the sound distorts at higher volumes

The Monster SuperStar BackFloat's sound quality won't blow you away, but its travel-friendly design and unique ability to float on water makes it a fun accessory for your next pool party.

Aug, 2015

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Expert review by : Jon L. Jacobi (techhive.com)

Monster SuperStar BackFloat review: Splish, splash, play your tunes in the bath

This waterproof speaker can not only withstand poolside splashes, it can float in the pool with you.

Highly water resistent ; Shoots water up from its speakers and radiator ; Fun

Expensive

No one passionate about music will use the SuperStar BackFloat as a reference speaker, or even as their primary indoor audio system. But it's great for its niche—if you can get over its price tag, that is.

Jun, 2015

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Expert review by : Alex Hernandez (techaeris.com)

Monster Superstar Backfloat Review: This Monster Loves The Water

Love 'em or hate 'em, Monster continues to build its sound empire this time with a floating Bluetooth speaker, here's my Monster Superstar Backfloat review.

Well-designed, great sound and waterproof IP6.

Price point could maybe come down a little.

The Monster Superstar Backfloat rings in at $149.95 and that’s honestly pretty close to other name brand speakers on the market of the same features. Overall I think you can’t go wrong with this Monster product, it does exactly what it advertises it...

Aug, 2015