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It’s nothing to do with shortage of options – every online manufacturer from Apple to Ultimate Ears is vying for a bite of the Bluetooth cherry and by association, your hard-earned cash. We’ve done the heavy lifting and rounded-up our pick of the best Bluetooth speakers across all shapes, sizes and prices to ensure you discover a product you’ll be over the moon with. It may sound obvious, but the number one piece of advice we always offer when looking for a Bluetooth speaker is to avoid opting for the first model that catches your eye. JBL Xtreme 3 JBL’s rugged wireless speaker serves up a sonic surprise Specifications Dimensions: HxWxD (cm): 13.9 x 29.8 x 13.4cm Power: 100W Features: Bluetooth v5.1, PartyBoost for multiple connections to PartBoost enabled JBL speakers, IP67 rated Connections: 3.5mm, USB-C, USB-A out TODAY’S BEST DEALS Prime £279 View at Amazon £299 View at Richer Sounds £299.99 View at argos.co.uk Reasons to buy + Rugged build + Impressive detail and dynamics + Strong sense of timing Reasons to avoid – No smart features – No hands-free for phone calls

Yes, it’s rugged, it’s IP67 dust- and waterproof certified and you’d be forgiven for thinking at first glance that it might be more preoccupied with the amount of bass it’s producing rather than musical quality. The JBL Xtreme 3 gained five stars across the board during our rigorous in-house testing, never appearing out of its depth no matter how complicated the musical arrangement.

Specifications Dimensions: HxWxD (cm): 13.8 × 26.9 × 4.7cm Power: : 2 x 25W Features: Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX, apt X HD, USB-out for device charging, battery life of 30 hours Connections: 3.5mm aux, dedicated mains charging port and adapter with UK, EU and US adapter plugs TODAY’S BEST DEALS £299 View at Richer Sounds £299 View at Peter Tyson Low Stock £329 View at Audio Visual Online Reasons to buy + Excellent clarity + Impressive bass weight + Classy build and finish Reasons to avoid – No daisy-chaining for multiple Katch G2s Although portable enough to be your travel speaker (and boasting a stylish retractable travel handle and a 30-hour battery) the Katch G2’s dedicated mains charging port and adapter with bundled UK, EU and US adapter plugs makes it an easy fit for your lounge too – and once there, it’ll sound as detailed, clear and expansive as this money can buy.

It’s at the pricey end of the market, yes, but it’s a stone cold stunner, delivering excellent clarity, impressive bass weight and good looks in spades – so much so that we recently handed it a What Hi-Fi? Assuming you don’t mind the lack of an aux-in port or inbuilt microphone (as seen in the Flip 4), you’ll almost certainly be wowed by this speaker’s sonic chops. Tribit Stormbox Micro A fun and bubbly Bluetooth speaker that’s serious when it comes to sound Specifications Dimensions: HxWxD (cm): 9.8 x 9.8 x 3.5cm Power: 9W Features: water/dustproof, Bluetooth 5.0, stereo-pairing mode Connections: 3.5 mm stereo TODAY’S BEST DEALS Prime £42.99 View at Amazon Reasons to buy + Mature, musical sound + Surprisingly weighty bass + USB-C charger Reasons to avoid – Short battery life It’s hard to imagine a home decor, backpack or personal taste that the Tribit Audio Stormbox Micro couldn’t merge in with happily.

Although a speaker of such dimensions is obviously limited in terms of bass weight, it does remarkably well; close your eyes while listening and you’ll picture a bigger product. Take note, Ultimate Ears: a little-known brand called Tribit Audio just produced a budget belter of a Bluetooth speaker. JBL Charge 5 Updated specs and subtle tweaks for JBL’s fifth-generation Charge Specifications Dimensions: HxWxD (cm): 22 x 9.6 x 9.4cm Power: 30W + 10W tweeter Features: waterproof, Bluetooth v5.1, power bank, voice assistant integration Connections: USB-C, USB-A TODAY’S BEST DEALS Prime £159 View at Amazon £159 View at Richer Sounds £169.99 View at Selfridges Reasons to buy + Clearer and more detailed sound + Wider soundstage + Updated dustproofing Reasons to avoid – Nothing at this level

Its predecessor carried an IPX7 rating, meaning it could handle being submerged in water to a depth of 1.5m, but the IP67-rated Charge 5 builds on that durability by also being fully dustproof.

Thanks in part to a new 10W tweeter and racetrack-shaped driver, the Charge 5 is currently as good a sound as you can get in a portable Bluetooth speaker design for under £200 ($200, AU$300). Throw in its classy, well made design, easy to use operation and the bonus of Alexa, and you’re looking at a Bluetooth speaker sequel that has very much been worth the wait.

JBL Go 3 JBL’s newest soap-sized speaker sounds good – but the finish and battery life won’t wash with today’s class leaders Specifications Dimensions: HxWxD (cm): 8.8 x 7.5 x 4.1 Power: 4W Features: Water/dustproof IP67, Bluetooth 5.1 Connections: USB-C TODAY’S BEST DEALS £29.99 View at O2 Mobiles £34 View at Richer Sounds Prime £34.99 View at Amazon Reasons to buy + Sensible treble + Fuller bass + More volume Reasons to avoid – Poor battery life – Not very durable finish Specifications Dimensions: HxWxD (cm): 22 x 9.5 x 9.3 Power: 30W Features: waterproof, Bluetooth v4.2, power bank, voice assistant integration Connections: 3.5 mm stereo TODAY’S BEST DEALS Prime £178.59 View at Amazon 148 Amazon customer reviews ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Reasons to buy + Rugged and water resistant + USB port for charging + Great sound quality Reasons to avoid – Perhaps too subtle for some

Not only is this one of best-sounding Bluetooth speakers around at this end of the market, it serves up a whopping 20 hours of playback from a single charge and, thanks to the arrival of its newest sibling, you’ll find this slightly older model discounted across several retailers. Ultimate Ears has really made a splash in the Bluetooth speaker market with a number of colourful, fun-sounding and portable models.

When pressed, it restricts the bass frequencies, allowing the UE to play louder through the midrange, which in turn makes the sound easier to hear when the unit is used outdoors. Specifications Connectivity: Bluetooth and wi-fi Power: 250W (mains powered) Inputs: analogue audio jack, Toslink optical digital audio Battery life: N/A Dimensions (hwd): 20 x 66 x 18.5cm : Weight: 5.4kg TODAY’S BEST DEALS Check Amazon Reasons to buy + Expansive, weighty and accurate + Great for larger rooms + Top-notch build Reasons to avoid – No AirPlay 2 – No Spotify Connect

While the Award-winning Naim (below) just edges it for both subtlety and a slightly livelier sound, there isn’t much in it – and the Dynaudio Music 5 boasts superiority in other ways. Open up the Dynaudio app and you’ll discover NoiseAdapt, a feature that helps sound cut through a noisy room – useful during loud parties. Audio Pro Addon C10 MkII Audio Pro adds Google Cast and AirPlay 2 to a winning recipe Specifications Dimensions: HxWxD (cm): 16.6 x 32 x 18cm Power: 2x20W + 40W Digital class D Features: wi-fi, multi-room, Bluetooth, Spotify Connect, Apple AirPlay 2 Connections: RCA, sub out TODAY’S BEST DEALS Prime £299 View at Amazon £299 View at Richer Sounds £299 View at Electricshop Reasons to buy + Levelled-up streaming support + Greater clarity + Cleaner and tighter bass Reasons to avoid – Lacks the fun of the original

The 2021 update (sensibly titled MkII) to the three-time Award-winning Audio Pro C10 (also listed, below) adds AirPlay 2 and Google Cast to complete a multi-room home run – and gets itself a What Hi-Fi?

We’re happy to report that it’s still the case today – if £500 ($500) is your maximum budget, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a speaker that comes close to the Audio Pro C10 MkII. We miss the leather handle and fun, slightly rock’n’roll aesthetic and sonic presentation of the original, but we can’t argue with three options for multi-room streaming (AirPlay 2, Google Chromecast and Audio Pro’s own slick and functional app) or the levelled-up grippy bass and improved hi-fidelity performance. The Audio Pro Addon C3 isn’t just the best Bluetooth speaker at this price, it’s a stylish, wi-fi connected, multi-room capable centrepiece – plus it’s a What Hi-Fi? It has an fantastic sense of refinement for such a small speaker, not to mention a rear-firing bass reflex port that delivers plenty of low-end grunt.

This model won’t charge your smartphone but it does feature an ethernet port, giving you the option to hardwire it to your home network. The C3 supports streaming services such as Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz and Apple Music, and while there’s no built-in voice assistant, you can control the speaker via the Alexa app. Remove whatever colour grille you’ve gone for and you’ll be rewarded with upgraded and optimised midrange and bass drive units, all powered by a total of 300W of amplification. Specifications Dimensions: HxWxD (cm): 11.5 x 21.5 x 13.5 Power: 2x 5W + 15W Digital class D Features: Bluetooth V4.0 Connections: 3.5mm stereo, USB TODAY’S BEST DEALS £139 View at Currys Check Amazon 411 Amazon customer reviews ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Reasons to buy + Full sound + Expressive and dynamic + Faultless build Reasons to avoid – Size won’t suit everyone

Audio Pro tends to ignore gimmicks in favour of high-quality sound but this speaker does have the facility to charge up your smartphone or tablets via a USB port. Specifications Connectivity: Bluetooth Power: Battery Inputs: 3.5mm Battery life: 15hrs Dimensions (hwd): 13.6 x 28.8 x 13.2cm Weight: 2.39kg TODAY’S BEST DEALS £149 View at Currys Prime £241.90 View at Amazon 8 Amazon customer reviews ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Reasons to buy + Clean, clear sound + Balanced bass + Robust build Reasons to avoid – Hefty design – No wi-fi or multi-room smarts

The rugged, IPX7 waterproof exterior, 15 hour battery life and ability to charge your phone from its USB port mean it’s a great option for the beach – and you’ll probably find deals on this model thanks to the arrival of the latest iteration, the Xtreme 3 (above). And it won’t let you talk to Alexa or Google Assistant, just set a button to activate them in the manner of an earphone’s in-line remote.

You get Bluetooth, wi-fi and Alexa smart assistant voice controls, meaning you can turn up the volume or play songs through Amazon Music Unlimited without lifting a finger. The 360-degree sound and bass output is far better than one might expect for this kind of money; throw in Alexa smarts and you have a fun, energetic speaker that offers plenty of bang for your buck. Yes, it is intended to get us all invested in its virtual assistant, Alexa, but where much of the Alexa-enabled kit out there is audio based and concentrated on the Bluetooth speaker market in particular, the Echo Show 5 embraces both sound and video in its abilities to communicate. Specifications Connectivity: Bluetooth and wi-fi Power: Battery Inputs: N/A Battery life: 16hrs Dimensions (hwd): 23.7 x 8.8 x 8.8cm Weight: 1.19kg TODAY’S BEST DEALS Check Amazon 338 Amazon customer reviews ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Reasons to buy + Dynamic, detailed sound + Enthusiastic, punchy rhythms + Precise, taut basslines Reasons to avoid – Presentation is slightly lean – Not fully featured just yet

The Roam works perfectly well as a standalone Bluetooth speaker but it’s also designed to be immersed in the company’s burgeoning multi-room ecosystem. Features includes support for AirPlay 2, voice controls and Sonos’ Trueplay tech, which uses the built-in mic to tune bass and treble to suit your surroundings.

Other Bluetooth speakers offer a more expressive and detailed sound but if you’re invested in the world of Sonos, the Roam is a smart buy.

The best Bluetooth speakers 2021: the top portable speakers for any budget

The best Bluetooth speakers in 2021 all tick three key boxes: they’re portable, durable and they offer superb audio quality in all kinds of environments. Last year, the Sonos Move was discounted by $100 / £100, and we saw lots of excellent deals on models like the JBL Flip 5 and the UE Boom 3 – so it’s well worth shopping the sales.

Save $50 – This Bluetooth speaker boasts excellent sound, a lovely water resistant shell and a powerful rubberised finish – and it’s at a great price for Black Friday. Save $20 – This cute Bluetooth speaker comes with an IPX7 water resistance rating, so you can take it in the great outdoors without a worry.

Save £6 – This tiny Bluetooth speaker sports Micro SD support and AUX capability to provide endless audio options, a 15-hour battery life, and a 66ft wireless range. Well, portable speakers that stream music from your devices via Bluetooth are a great idea if you want high quality audio at home. They’re also a solid option if you like to listen to music outside, whether that’s while you’re entertaining outdoors or working out, as well as if you like to be able to take a speaker to social events – like a party in your local park or down at the beach. Many of the best portable speakers you can buy today are multi-functional and may also feature voice assistant integration alongside audio playback. This device can seamlessly switch from Wi-Fi to Bluetooth, integrate into a Sonos system, and it comes with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant onboard. The Sonos Roam is our pick for the best Bluetooth speaker on the planet, with a powerful sound, rugged design, excellent connectivity features, and smart home control. A bass-heavy audio performance makes it ideal for use outdoors, while a clever Automatic Switching feature means it’s easily used indoors, too – though audiophiles may dislike the overwhelming low frequencies and rhythmic handling. Its slick design means the Sonos Roam won’t look out of place in your home, while a rugged, waterproof and dustproof build and a decent battery life make it ideal for listening to music outdoors.

Sonos Move The best-sounding Bluetooth speaker Specifications Weight: 6.61 pounds (3kg) Battery life: 10 hours Connectivity: Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n, 2.4 GHz, and 5GHz) and Bluetooth 4.2 Drivers: One down-firing tweeter, one mid-woofer, two Class-D digital amplifiers NFC: No Aux-in: No USB charging: Yes (USB-C, and comes with charging dock) TODAY’S BEST DEALS View at Crutchfield Prime View at Amazon View at Walmart 689 Amazon customer reviews ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Reasons to buy + Integrates with a home Sonos speaker network + Great for on-the-go tunes Reasons to avoid – Not as feature-rich when using Bluetooth – Cant be used as rear cinema speakers It’s not perfect – it’s heavy as a byproduct of its incredible sound, it’s expensive due to its rich feature set, and it sadly can’t be used as rear channels for a home cinema set-up. This is a speaker that can get loud and not distort at higher volumes; be light enough to carry on a camping trip but remain durable enough to tumble in a bag unprotected.

JBL’s Flip 5 is a simple soul with Bluetooth-only playback and modest features, but if you desire a rugged, great-sounding portable speaker and can sacrifice voice control or hands-free call functionality, you won’t be disappointed.

Coming in a range of cool colors – including an eye-catching camo print – there’s now a limited Eco Edition that’s made from 90% recycled plastic, while the portable speaker’s entire packaging is biodegradable. [Update: Don’t miss our JBL Boombox 2 review – we were mightily impressed by this portable speaker’s IPX7 waterproof rating, long battery life, and distortion-free sound.] It doesn’t quite meet the sonic dexterity of the Sonos Move, or the value for money of the UE Boom 3 and JBL Charge 4 – but if you love that Bose sound and build quality, this is the portable speaker for you. Anker Soundcore Flare 2 The best budget Bluetooth speaker Specifications Weight: 1.29 pounds Battery life: 12 hours Wireless range: 20m / 66ft Frequency response: N/A Drivers: Dual drivers and passive radiators NFC: No Aux-in: No Bluetooth version: N/A Weatherproofing: IPX7 Charges devices over USB: No TODAY’S BEST DEALS View at Walmart View at Walmart Prime View at Amazon Reasons to buy + Great sound quality + Speakerphone feature + IPX7 water-resistant Reasons to avoid – No 3.5mm AUX jack

UE Wonderboom 2 The best outdoor speaker gets a refresh Specifications Weight: 0.93 pounds Dimensions: 104 x 95.3mm (H x D) Battery life: Up to 13 hours Wireless range: 100 ft (33 m) Frequency response: 75 Hz – 20 kHz Drivers: two 40 mm active drivers and two 46.1mm x 65.2mm passive radiators NFC: No Bluetooth version: N/A Aux-in: No USB charging: No TODAY’S BEST DEALS View at Dell Prime View at Amazon View at Walmart 5 Amazon customer reviews ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Reasons to buy + Great sound for its size + IP67 dustproof/waterproof rating + 30% better battery life than its predecessor Reasons to avoid – Restrictive soundstage JBL Charge 5 The best mid-range speaker Specifications Weight: 2.11 pounds Dimensions: 8.7 x 3.76 x 3.67 (W x D x H) Battery life: Up to 20 hours Wireless range: 30 ft (10 m) Frequency response: 65Hz–20kHz Drivers: N/A NFC: No Bluetooth version: 5.1 Aux-in: No USB charging: Yes TODAY’S BEST DEALS Prime View at Amazon View at Crutchfield View at Walmart Reasons to buy + Balanced sound quality + Gets extremely loud + Long battery life up to 20 hours Reasons to avoid – Takes a while to charge – No more Aux jack UE Hyperboom Powerful sound for parties both big and small Specifications Weight: 13 pounds Battery life: 24 hours Wireless range: Approx. In terms of features, the Ultimate Ears app allows you to connect the Hyperboom to other UE speakers and use them together, you can switch audio source and adjust volume, and you can select four different playlists in Amazon Music, Deezer or Spotify that can be started by holding down the Play button in three seconds.

Sony SRS-XB23 A powerful canister of sound for all your outdoor adventures Specifications Weight: 1.3 pounds Battery life: Up to 12 hours Wireless range: 30 feet Frequency response: 20 – 20,000 Hz Drivers: X-Balanced Speaker, dual passive radiators NFC: Yes Aux-in: Yes USB charging: No TODAY’S BEST DEALS Prime View at Amazon View at Walmart View at Best Buy Reasons to buy + Good sound quality + IP67 rating (waterproof) + Stereo pairing and Party Mode Reasons to avoid – Lower peak volume In terms of performance, it can get pretty loud without a massive amount of distortion and the passive radiators help the bass to sound clearer than it has on any of Sony’s previous models.

That’s because the XB23 uses Bluetooth 5 and supports three major codecs – SBC, AAC and LDAC, the latter of which you’ll find on newer Android devices and sounds absolutely great. Outdoor adventurers will love the ruggedness of this Sony Bluetooth speaker while us kick-back-and-relax folks will enjoy how snugly it fits into a lawn chair’s cup holder.

Visually near imperceptible from the original A1, the Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 (2nd Gen) is an appealing and highly portable Bluetooth speaker that comes with (admittedly flawed) Alexa support. Urbanista Brisbane Scandi design meets decent sound Specifications Weight: 1.5 pounds Battery life: 10 hours Wireless range: 30m (100ft) Frequency response: 80-20,000Hz Drivers: 2 x 52mm NFC: No Aux-in: No USB charging: No TODAY’S BEST DEALS Check Amazon Reasons to buy + Great audio performance + Second speaker pairing Reasons to avoid – Could be more rugged – Boring design

Loud and rich-sounding, it’s a well-priced addition to anyone’s home, with a good battery life and the option to pair it with another Brisbane for true stereo sound. 1MORE Portable BT Speaker A luxurious Bluetooth speaker for the office and the home Specifications Weight: 268g Battery life: 12 hours Wireless range: N/A Frequency response: N/A Drivers: N/A NFC: No Aux-in: Yes USB charging: Yes TODAY’S BEST DEALS Prime View at Amazon View at Walmart Reasons to buy + Great sound quality for the size + Impressive bass response at low volume Reasons to avoid – Limited IPX4 rating – Average battery life Some portable speakers are built with durability in mind, and will feature rubberized builds to prevent damage from drops and lightweight designs to make them easy to carry around.

Of course, you can absolutely use your new portable Bluetooth speaker solely inside your home – and that means you can choose from a wider range of designs that will look great with your decor.

Sonos Bluetooth speakers are great if you want to bridge the gap between indoors and outdoors, with the ability to form part of a wider multi-room system – and you can be sure that they’ll sound fantastic, too. If waterproofing is a priority then look out for models from Ultimate Ears, which combine fun, colorful designs with rugged builds – many of which can withstand a dip in the pool.

Consider high-end audio brands such as Bose and Bang & Olufsen if you want a combination of stylish design and great sound – but be prepared for relatively high prices. If you want to save money then Urbanista, Tribit, and Anker offer brilliant speakers that won’t break the bank.

Best Bluetooth wireless speaker for 2021

So while there are plenty of mini Bluetooth speakers that deliver bigger sound than you might expect, they do have their sonic limitations. For a lot of people it’s a question of finding a speaker that’s not too big or too small — one that travels well but also is capable of producing good sound for its size. David Carnoy/CNET When it launched, Bose made some bold claims about its new SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker, particularly its extra bass performance. Available in three color options — black, white smoke and stone blue (pictured) — it’s equipped with Bose’s PositionIQ technology to automatically detect the speaker’s orientation and deliver optimized sound based on whether upright, hanging or flat on its back.

The Flex also floats and Bose says it can survive drops and bumps, with a soft silicone back and powder-coated steel grille that “won’t peel or flake and is resistant to corrosion and UV light.” Aside from its great design, Bose’s SoundLink Micro stood out because it was able to deliver more bass than every Bluetooth speaker in its size class, and it also managed to have limited distortion at higher volumes. It’s IP67 dust-proof and water-resistant (it can be fully submerged in shallow water for a short time) and has up to eight hours of battery life at moderate volume levels with USB-C charging. Like the Bose, this portable Bluetooth speaker has an integrated strap so you can clip it to your backpack or bike’s handlebars.

But for the fourth-gen Clip 4, JBL has moved to a more oval shape, bulked up the speaker slightly and added USB-C charging. It’s kind of a poor man’s version of JBL’s well-regarded Xtreme 2 speaker, which currently sells for around $200 though its list price is higher.

Equipped with a handle and weighing a little over 4 pounds, the speaker reminds me of one of those giant flashlights or “floating lanterns” that were in vogue about 30 years ago. Anker says the Motion Boom delivers “huge stereo sound” and yes, it plays pretty loud and has a decent amount of bass with reasonable clarity.

According to JBL, the speaker is equipped with a “racetrack-shaped driver,” with a separate tweeter and dual passive radiators, which improves both clarity and bass performance over the Charge 4. The Charge 5 comes in six color options: black, blue, gray, red, teal and “squad” (which looks like a kind of camo).

There’s an integrated handle for toting the speaker, but the PartyBox 110 is pretty hefty, weighing in at 23 pounds and measuring slightly more than 22 inches tall. I didn’t test the stereo mode, but I was impressed with the sound of a single PartyBox 110 — it puts out lots of well-defined bass with good overall clarity in the highs and mids — and I suspect that pairing two of these together would be pretty awesome.

But it does deliver enough volume to fill a spacious living room with sound and also plays loud enough for a small pool or beach party. This is your best bet if you want a portable speaker that can deliver big, quality sound and operates on battery power.

This portable Bluetooth speaker is both dust- and waterproof with an IP67 certification and is rated for 16 hours of battery life at moderate volume levels (it has USB-C charging while the older XB12 didn’t). David Carnoy/CNET Ultimate Ears Boom Bluetooth speakers come in a few different sizes, but none of them are as big as the all-new Hyberboom.

A supersize wireless speaker that tips the scales at a hefty 13 pounds, the Hyperboom makes the UE Megaboom 3 look unquestionably puny. UE Boom reps told me the Hyperboom was created after the company got feedback from its customers looking for a bigger speaker that could play loud enough and have deep enough bass to power a party.

Besides sounding decent for streaming your favorite music and more, this affordable Bluetooth speaker is also fully waterproof. Like its predecessor, the fully waterproof Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 with Bluetooth connectivity carries a list price of $100, but often sells for less.

This Bluetooth device also has 30% better battery life — lasting up to 13 hours at moderate volume levels, according to Ultimate Ears — and you can link two together to create a stereo sound pairing by pressing a button on each speaker. Sarah Tew/CNET The Tribit MaxSound Plus ($50 with an instant coupon) is about 30% bigger than its sibling XSound Go and costs about $25 more, but it performs substantially better and is one of the best-sounding speakers in its size and price class. It’s also worth noting that the A1 has multipoint Bluetooth pairing so you can connect this to your PC and smartphone at the same time and easily switch back and forth between the two if a call comes in on your phone. Additionally, the smart speaker is Alexa-enabled, meaning you can activate Amazon’s voice commands assistant by just saying “Alexa.” Sarah Tew/CNET Although a little pricey, Bose SoundLink Micro sounds remarkably decent for its tiny size, delivering more bass than other pocketable speakers. It’s a fully waterproof Bluetooth speaker and available in three color options, although the blue version appears to be hard to find.

Any decent USB-C charged bluetooth speakers around? : UsbCHardware

I very much like the Boombottle’s from Scosche but their stock in Europe is very small it seems… Havent found many others TBH.

17 Best Bluetooth Speakers (2021): Portable, Waterproof, and More

By (mostly) forgoing voice assistants and Wi-Fi radios, Bluetooth speakers gain portability, with the ability to venture outside of your house and withstand rugged conditions like the sandy beach or the steamy Airbnb jacuzzi. Be sure to check out all our buying guides, including the Best Soundbars, Best Wirefree Earbuds, and Best Smart Speakers.

The 5 Best Portable Bluetooth Speakers 2021

Portable Bluetooth speakers are the easiest, most affordable way to spread the sound from your phone or tablet across a room, backyard, or beach blanket. With clear vocal reproduction and a decent amount of bass for its size, it offers satisfying sound for a small area, such as across a picnic table or a couple of lounge chairs on a patio.

It has an IP67 rating and is one of the most rugged Bluetooth speakers we’ve tested, able to survive a 5-foot drop and a dunking in 1 meter of water—but because it floats, it’ll probably never dive that deep. The JBL Xtreme 3 is a great choice if you want a Bluetooth speaker that sounds bigger and bolder than our top pick yet is still portable enough to take to the beach or the tailgate. This speaker is built for adventure: The IP67 rating means it’s waterproof and dustproof, the strong carrying strap makes it easy to lug along anywhere, and in our testing the Xtreme 3 ran for 17 hours on one charge. If you need something that sounds a little louder and fuller than the UE Wonderboom 2 but is more portable and affordable than the JBL Xtreme 3, the Sony SRS-XB33 finds a nice middle ground.

Best Bluetooth speakers

Editor’s note: this list of the best Bluetooth speakers was updated on September 3, 2021, to replace the JBL Charge 4 with the JBL Charge 5, and the Anker SoundCore Flare 2 with the Bose Portable Smart Speaker. Whether you host a pool party or go camping, the best all-around Bluetooth speaker you want by your side is the JBL Charge 5. This is a bulky Bluetooth speaker but it’s still portable, so you can take it to a friend’s place or out on your next weekend trip. As far as sound quality goes, the only area that isn’t great is the mids, these tend to take a backseat to the bass in small to medium-sized rooms. For those unfamiliar with the concept, a codec determines how a file is transmitted from a source (phone) to a receiver (speaker). If you want a lag-free experience make sure to invest in something that supports aptX, or AAC if you’re an iOS user. However, if you know you’re going to take your speaker on a boat or to the beach, you should invest in something with an official IP rating. While most Sonos speakers operate over Wi-Fi and are meant to be kept inside the home, the Sonos Move can operate over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and is powered by a rechargeable battery with lasts about 6 hours, 30 minutes on a single charge.

This means it can be taken on the go with you, but its large size and hefty weight make it a less-than-ideal travel partner. The Sonos Move is compatible with lots of different music streaming services.

Its microphones do a great job at registering commands, and they can be shut off to ensure privacy. The sound quality of the Sonos Move is very good and its frequency response has a slight emphasis in the bass notes which can help with clarity if you’re listening to music outside.

If you’re looking for a Bluetooth speaker that won’t cost you more than $100 then the Flip series has always been a go-to. This speaker has an IPX4 splash-resistant build along with a battery life that should last you about 24 hours of constant playback. There are also a number of unique features that make this perfect for parties: it has two Bluetooth inputs so a second person can connect to the speaker and line up the next track without disrupting the music coming from a first device. There’s also an optical input so when you use this as a regular speaker, you can plug it into your TV for instantly better sound.

The HYPERBOOM isn’t cheap but if you’re after a loud speaker that sounds good and has some great features this is the way to go. If a speaker made it onto this list, then you can be sure we have firsthand experience with them and in many cases put them through our entire review process.

If a speaker’s intended use is for camping or hiking, we made sure that it’s received an official IP rating. At the end of the day, we work with audio products because we love them, and if you feel so compelled, we suggest you take a moment to read our ethics policy.

Best USB-C Bluetooth Speakers

USB-C enabled Bluetooth speakers are ready for the future and bring more advantages such as quick charging times. USB-C port in a Bluetooth speaker offers a broader compatibility and easy charging.

The ability to take the party wherever you go is invaluable, and many brands make sure you can achieve that by including longer battery life and durable build quality. The best BT speakers let you jam to your favorite tracks just about anywhere, whether on the beach or during outdoor camping somewhere in the park. With a lot of brands and options in the market, choosing the ideal Bluetooth speaker for your needs can be a daunting task. However, you need not worry; the following buying guide will help you find the perfect speaker for the most bang for your buck.

Some Bluetooth speakers come with large capacity batteries that double up as power banks to recharge your phone. The goal is to find a speaker that can reproduce lower frequencies for deep bass and balance it with excellent treble without distortion at max volumes.

Water-resistant speakers let you take the party to the pool, beaches, and other outdoor adventures. Such BT speakers can survive splashes, drink spills, or a few meters underwater and keep the playlist playing. For instance, IP67 shows the speaker is dustproof and can survive underwater up to a meter deep for half an hour. The best partying speakers include multicolored lights that sync to the beats adding some visual flare to your playlist.

It is an excellent setup for multi-room audio at home or connecting different speakers at a party, allowing everyone to dance to the same song. Voice assistants provide a unique way to interact with your speaker in addition to the universal method of connecting via Bluetooth.

Connect an Amazon Echo input or Google Home to your speaker to enable voice control. Use Alexa or Google assistant not only to play music but also to ask for the latest news, weather forecasts, scores, conversions, and more.

The best USB-C speaker that money can buy with a crisp, balanced sound and tons of features at an unbeatable price. Anker Soundcore has established itself among the top brands producing the best sounding audio products.

Anker portable speakers are among the best sellers on Amazon owing to their excellent sound quality. Motion plus is a great sounding device offering Hi-Res audio quality, support for aptX, stereo pairing, waterproof design, and tons of other excellent features.

On top of the speaker are five tactile buttons for controls and two LEDs for equalizer mode and pairing status.

On the side, you’ll find the power button and a watertight rubber seal enclosing a USB-C charging port and an auxiliary input Take your parties outdoors to the pool or beach and never worry about the splashes or rain pours. Soundcore Motion+ leverages two 40kHz tweeters, neodymium subwoofers with a passive radiator to deliver 30W of rich sound.

Qualcomm aptX technology ensures no distortion when listening via Bluetooth, allowing to hear what the artist had in mind precisely. This speaker produces impressively balanced sound thanks to the advanced DSP and dedicated power sources for drivers that maintain the accuracy of high, mids, and lows. With an extended frequency range of 50Hz to 40,000Hz, Motion+ produces a crisp and detailed sound for an immersive experience. The speaker’s extended bass and treble with the advanced DSP produce a balanced and crisp sound, allowing you to hear all of a song’s details and nuances.

Anker’s BassUp technology ensures the song’s low frequencies sound more vibrant and deeper by enhancing the bass in real-time. While it doesn’t achieve the powerful bass range like high-end Bluetooth speakers, it is the best you can get in its budget.

Soundcore Motion uses Bluetooth 5, which offers stable connections and an extended range with no dropouts. The speaker offers the best sound quality when paired to an Android device than iPhones, thanks to the aptX codec.

Fine-tune the audio to your preference or select from the six preset modes to find the right balance between your bass, mids, and treble. This BT speaker comes with a 6700 mAh battery that gives up to 12 hours of playback, getting you throughout the day on a single charge.

However, it takes around four hours to charge the speaker fully, which isn’t great compared to competitors. Motion+ is the best Bluetooth speaker with USB-C owing to its excellent sound clarity and reasonable price.

The UBOOM speaker brings excellent specs such as 360 degrees sound, stereo pairing, waterproof design, and an all-day battery life on a budget. The speaker stands upright with a rubberized plate at the bottom to prevent it from sliding off surfaces.

The BT, power, and mode switching buttons have LED light to show the status of the speaker. EarFun UBOOM features an IPX7 waterproof rating, letting you party anywhere you want, whether in a pool, at the beach, or out in the rain during hiking. Two 48mm drivers and dual passive radiators push up to 24W of sound, which is loud for most rooms and outdoor environments. The EarFun UBOOM has a small frequency range of 60Hz to 20,000Hz compared to the Soundcore Motion+, but still, it provides excellent clarity.

A built-in microphone provides hands-free calling via Bluetooth or voice controls with Siri and Google Now. Pair up to two UBOOM speakers together for stereo audio channels and enjoy the best surround sound experience than ever. Recharge the battery to full charge in four hours via the USB-C port and keep the music playing. It has excellent specs, including stereo pairing and hands-free calling, which are essential in a portable speaker.

Element T6 Plus features incredibly 40W output, three EQ modes, power bank, amongst other exciting specs on a budget. It offers excellent sound quality, decent battery life with phone charging, fantastic bass settings, and other impressive specs for a portable Bluetooth speaker.

It has a vertical orientation with three rubber feet at the bottom that raises the speaker from the surface, allowing you to hear most of the bass. The speaker makes a design statement with its intuitive multifunctional control wheel at the top. Rotate the wheel to adjust volume, press to play/pause music and answer calls, or hold for three seconds to summon Siri or Google Assistant on your phone. The speaker accepts inputs from four sources; Bluetooth, AUX, TF cards, and USB flash drive.

Powered by two 20W full-range speakers with two passive radiators, Element T6 Plus delivers crystal clear sound with deep bass. The speaker has outstanding clarity with no distortion, even at max volume, thanks to their exclusive SoundPulse technology.

There are no many portable speakers that can output 40W of sound and deep bass in the same price range as the Element T6 plus. The dominant multicolored line lights surround the speaker creating a beautiful aesthetic. The Live button is an excellent addition for audiophiles; however, it makes the sound quality terrible.

The feature works well, especially with electronic music, but it lowers the audio quality to a greater extent. With the exclusive Party Booster feature, tap the XB41 speakers to make different sounds, such as scratch and cowbell, to liven your playlists. Take your parties outdoor with this portable speaker offering multi-directional sound, 20 hours playtime, water-resistant design, and a carry handle to hit the road.

The silicone body and steel grille are perfect for outdoor environments, whether hiking or camping in the park. The top of the Stockwell II includes three knobs, a Bluetooth pairing button, and a battery indicator. Stockwell II features two 5W tweeters and a single 10W woofer delivering loud and defined audio.

Stockwell II delivers killer mids and high notes with outstanding clarity.

The battery life is impressive, while the USB-C port provides quick charging when needed. Sonos Move is a perfect house shaker with built-in Amazon Alexa and charging dock. While most of the Bluetooth speakers in this review feature a compact and lightweight build design for portability, the Sonos Move is an exception. Sonos Move comes in a black unibody with a metallic front grille protecting the two drivers.

The rear side includes three tactile buttons for power, toggle between Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, and a third one to pair a second Move speaker. Rated IP56, the speaker can withstand rain, splashes, dust, UV rays, and extreme environment. The Sonos Move features two drivers; a downward-firing tweeter for high frequency and a woofer for mids and bass. Enjoy a rich bass with no distortion, while the integrated TruePlay technology adapts the sound to the beats and the environment for an immersive experience.

Pair two Move speakers on Wi-Fi to enjoy stereo sound and loud volume to fill your house. Use the voice controls to select the songs to play, set alarms, get the daily news, ask questions, and many functions hands-free. The speaker supports stereo pairing via Wi-Fi, allowing you to stream music in different rooms via Apple Airplay 2. It has a superb sound with balanced high and low frequencies, producing top-notch precision.

An incredibly thin Bluetooth speaker with a USB-C charging port, excellent audio, and NFC pairing. Weighing only 0.32 pounds, the Lenovo 700 Bluetooth speaker ensures you enjoy your favorite tracks wherever you go.

Despite its small design, the speaker delivers crisp and vibrant sound in a 360 degrees coverage. Powered the latest Bluetooth 5 and NFC technology, the speaker offers an extended range with stable connections. The built-in microphone on the Lenovo 700 lets you take hands-free calls and conferences with clear sound and recordings. With portability in mind, quickly recharge the speaker using a laptop or power bank to continue enjoying music on the go. However, the bass and sound quality in this speaker doesn’t match the premium options but still is impressive in its size. An integrated mic lets you answer hands-free calls while NFC provides the fastest paring to enjoy your music.

Beoplay A1 dons an aluminum unibody with a splash and dust resistant build quality. The leather strap lets you hang the speaker on your wall, off a tree, or tie it to your backpack.

The beautiful design of the Beoplay A1 is let down by the buttons, which are difficult to press and produce terrible tactile feedback. The speaker offers a crisp and vibrant multi-dimensional sound to cover every direction no matter where you place it.

Hear the vocals with excellent clarity while the beats sound precisely how the artist imagined. Use the A1 as a speakerphone with the inbuilt microphone to answer calls and conferences with outstanding voice clarity.

The design of the buttons is a significant downside, and the battery life reduces when listening on max volume. The lows, mids, and highs balance beautifully to create a crisp and defined sound to enjoy your music.

It has a modern design with an elegant strap for easy, making it a premium speaker worth the price tag.

Take your parties outdoors by the poolside or at the beach with this great sounding Bluetooth speaker featuring an IPX7 rating. Flip 5 features a durable fabric material and rubberized body to keep the speaker safe at all times, especially when outdoors. Keep your outdoor parties going and forget about charging the speaker for the whole day on moderate volume.

Like most JBL speakers, Flip 5 produces excellent sound, loud enough for outdoor partying. However, the speaker lacks essential features like support for voice assistants and hands-free calling. Still, Flip 5 is among the top sounding Bluetooth speakers with rugged design ready for outdoor activities. Beolit 17 comes with a premium and durable design featuring an aluminum grille and a leather handle for carrying the speaker around.

Anodized aluminum and the durable polymer allow the Beolit 17 to withstand daily usage and intense environments. The speaker features one full-range woofer, three tweeters, and two passive bass radiators, which combine to provide up to 240W of power. The placement of drivers allows the speaker to disperse the sound at full 360 degrees, filling a large and perfect for outdoor partying. When using the Beolit 17 indoors, you don’t need an extra speaker, as it can fill the entire room on moderate volume. The Bang & Olufsen app provides extra controls and smart features such as favorite morning playlist and customized music tracks based on moods with ToneTouch. You can take the speaker outdoors and jam to your favorite track the whole day with only a single charge. Beolit 17 is an exceptional portable speaker with a crisp, balanced sound and a decent battery life.

Usb-c : Bluetooth & Wireless Speakers : Target

At Target, you can choose from a wide range of wireless portable speakers from top brands such as JBL, Bose and Sony. Bluetooth speakers come in different sizes that are not only sleek and compact but also have crisp and clear sound quality.