18 Best Bluetooth Speakers (2023): Portable, Waterproof, and More

The finest Bluetooth audio system nonetheless have a spot close to and expensive to our hearts, whilst we have seen higher (and extra moveable) good audio system creeping into the universe. 

It’s enjoyable and straightforward to ask an Amazon Echo or Google Nest speaker to play your favourite observe or let you know the climate, however good audio system have a couple of crutches—first and foremost, secure Wi-Fi. By (principally) forgoing voice assistants and Wi-Fi radios, Bluetooth audio system achieve portability, with the flexibility to enterprise exterior of your own home and stand up to rugged situations just like the sandy seaside or the steamy Airbnb jacuzzi. They’ll additionally work with any smartphone, and they sound nearly as good as their smart-speaker equivalents. 

We’ve examined tons of of fashions up to now few years, and we will fortunately say they’re nonetheless a few of the finest small units you’ll be able to take heed to. Here are our favorites proper now.

Be positive to take a look at all our (*18*)shopping for guides, together with the Best Soundbars, Best Wirefree Earbuds, and Best Smart Speakers.

Updated February 2023: We’ve added the Shower Power Pro, Victrola Re-Spin, Vizio M Series 2.1, and Kef LSX II, and up to date hyperlinks and costs.

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