Modern-day Bluetooth speakers are extremely versatile and come in all shapes and sizes to cater to your listening needs. They are designed for you to start a party anywhere you want — from your backyard with a pool to a picnic with friends in a park. Plus, some of them are even waterproof, so you don’t have to worry about a splash interrupting your favorite song.
These wireless Bluetooth speakers are cost-effective solutions to play and control music from your devices. Plus, you can use yours as a speakerphone to handle conference calls or as an external speaker to watch movies from your laptop—all while enjoying top-tier sound quality.
To help you find the right gear for you or a loved one, here are our picks for the five best Bluetooth speakers you can buy right now.
- Bose SoundLink Micro
- Bose SoundLink Revolve and Revolve+
- Sonos Move
- Bose SoundLink Color Bluetooth Speaker II
- Koss BTS1
Bose SoundLink Micro
Bose produces some of the best Bluetooth speakers around, and the SoundLink Micro is no exception. It’s a great portable speaker that packs a punch when it comes to sound quality.
The SounLink Micro features a handy strap so you can attach it to your bike or backpack for days on the trail. Its exterior is built with Silicone Rubber to withstand rugged usage. And, it’s rated IPX7 for waterproofing, so you can safely enjoy its impeccable audio quality near your pool or even in your shower.
The Bose SoundLink Mirco is super affordable, and you can choose from multiple colors: black, blue, or red.
Bose SoundLink Revolve and Revolve+
If you’re a fan of 360-degree sound, the Bose SoundLink Revolve Bluetooth speaker series is perfect for you. The speaker offers excellent sound and brilliant battery life, and both the Revolve and Revolve+ come with a universal mount that can work with any tripod.
With the Bose Connect app, you can connect multiple devices to the speaker and control the music easily. You can even pair two Revolve speakers to enjoy stereo sound, or if you’d like a multi-room audio setup. Plus, they’re both waterproof, so you can feel safe using your speaker just about anywhere.
The SoundLink Revolve offers 12 hours of battery life and the Revolve+ offers 16 hours of battery life for playback. The Revolve+ also exudes louder sound and better bass response than the Revolve.
Sonos Move
Sonos is a reputed name when it comes to wireless audio. Its first Bluetooth speaker, Sonos Move, received great reviews across the board on its release. The speaker has 10 hours of battery life for playback and 120 hours of battery life on standby.
To produce optimal sound, the speaker relies on two class-D digital amplifiers and Sonos’ own TruePlay technology that adapts the sound according to the space surrounding it.
Sonos Move supports audio playback through Wi-Fi and Bluetooth network both, making it a great choice for indoors and outdoors. Plus, you can also play your favorite tracks through voice commands as the smart speaker is compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. You can also control it through its own mobile app, Apple Airplay 2, and other options.
Bose SoundLink Color Bluetooth Speaker II
Bluetooth speakers are a great choice for a gift, whether you’re treating yourself, a friend, or a family member. And the Bose SoundLink Color Bluetooth Speaker II is the perfect affordable option. You can use it as your desk speaker or take it outside in your garden for a nice evening with friends and family. At just 500 grams, this portable Bluetooth speaker can go just about anywhere.
The speaker is water resistant, with silicone rubber protection around the body. It also has a handy control panel on the top, so you can adjust your music even with greasy hands — talk about functionality. You can use the Bose Connect app to manage preferences or play two SoundLink speakers in stereo mode.
If you have another Bose Home speaker at your place, try Bose SimpleSync tech to play both of them in sync.
Koss BTS1
Seeking a budget-friendly Bluetooth speaker? We’ve got you covered. The Koss BTS1 can be your perfect backpack companion. It weighs just 163 grams, giving it a high score for portability. Plus, it comes with a kickstand and sports a gripping ring to put it on a surface or hang it on a hook.
The speaker has directional and omni-directional listening modes for listening to audio by yourself or in a group. You can connect your devices to the Koss BTS1 through Bluetooth or an aux cable provided in the box.
Want to see even more options so you can find the right Bluetooth speaker for you? Check out our full lineup of Bluetooth and wireless speakers.
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