With so many good Bluetooth speakers on the market, finding the best one can be tricky. Here are the top picks for the best bluetooth speakers from CNET's audio expert.
Before anything else, you'll want to figure out how much you're willing to spend on a new Bluetooth speaker. on party speaker
Be sure to balance size with performance if you're looking for something that's easily portable.
Many Bluetooth speakers are now fully waterproof and some are fully dustproof. If you're planning on taking the speaker with you to the beach or on a hiking trip, consider a more durable speaker.
Some speakers have a built-in microphone that turns them into a speakerphone when making calls on your cell phone.
I've tested hundreds of portable Bluetooth speakers dating all the way back to the Jawbone Mini Jambox and have had hands-on experience with all the speakers on this list and fully reviewed many of them. Yes, several speakers on this list are fairly pricey premium models. But I've also included a bunch of budget picks, some of which cost less than $50. In our testing, we evaluate sound quality, battery life and design, as well as how good a value the speaker is at its given price. If you're looking for bigger Bluetooth speakers that pack more punch, we also have a list of the best Bluetooth boom boxes that's worth checking out.
Before anything else, you'll want to figure out how much you're willing to spend on a new Bluetooth speaker.
Be sure to balance size with performance if you're looking for something that's easily portable.
Many Bluetooth speakers are now fully waterproof and some are fully dustproof. If you're planning on taking the speaker with you to the beach or on a hiking trip, consider a more durable speaker.
Some speakers have a built-in microphone that turns them into a speakerphone when making calls on your cell phone.
portable stereo Choosing the best Bluetooth speaker overall is a tough decision given how many speakers are out there now. However, the Soundcore by Anker Boom 2 tops our list. While this is a great pick, there are others worth considering like the Bose SoundLink Flex, Bose SoundLink Max and Tribit StormBox Flow along with the new Beats Pill. The Ultimate Ears Everboom and Tribit XSound Plus 2 are our latest top picks. I'll be sure to update the list with more models as they release through 2025.