Speakers buying guides

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Our buying guides for speakers: a shortlist per use case, per budget, per type. Every pick is a set we've had in the lab.

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Anker Soundcore Boom 2

$129.99

Best value pick — Best Bluetooth speakers in 2026
grab-and-go pick — Best portable party speakers
Best value JBL Charge 6 alternative — Don't buy the JBL Charge 6. Buy these three speakers instead

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Soundcore Select 4 Go

$34.99

Pocket-friendly pick — Best Bluetooth speakers in 2026
Value pick — Best Bluetooth speakers for the shower
Pick #1 — Best Bluetooth speakers to buy instead of JBL

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7.9

JBL Grip

$99.95

JBL pick — Best Bluetooth speakers for the shower
Best ultra-portable — Best Bluetooth speakers under $100

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Bose Soundlink Flex (2nd Gen)

$149

Good sound pick — Best Bluetooth speakers for the shower
Pick #4 — Best Bluetooth Speaker Prime Day Deals 2025

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6.5

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4

$85.99

Best overall — Best Bluetooth speakers for the shower
Best waterproof — Best Bluetooth speakers under $100

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JBL Charge 6

$199.95

Best overall — Best Bluetooth speakers in 2026
Loud with bass pick — Best Bluetooth speakers for the shower

Best productsThe best Bluetooth speakers in 2026: Which should you buy?

From big bass to compact travel speakers, these are the best Bluetooth speakers worth buying right now.

Dave Carr6d ago

Best productsBest portable party speakers: From budget bangers to backyard monsters

Whether you’re throwing a living room party or a full backyard rager, these are the portable party speakers that actually deliver.

Dave Carr5mo ago

Best productsBest AirPlay speakers: Which ones are actually worth it?

Stream music over Wi-Fi instead of Bluetooth. These are the best AirPlay speakers for better range, stability, and multi-room listening.

Dave Carr6mo ago

Best productsBest soundbars in 2026: Top picks for movies, TV, and Dolby Atmos

We’ve rounded up the best soundbars in 2026 for Dolby Atmos, deep bass, compact spaces, and more.

Dave Carr6mo ago

Best productsThe best bookshelf speakers in 2026

You can't go wrong with any of these bookshelf speaker options.

Chase Bernath6mo ago

Best productsBest Bluetooth speakers for the shower: Top waterproof picks you can buy right now

Turn your shower into a mini concert with these waterproof Bluetooth speakers.

Dave Carr7mo ago

Best productsBest Bluetooth speakers under $100: Top picks for great sound on any budget

What can you do with $100? You can get some great Bluetooth speakers.

Dave Carr7mo ago

Features & OpinionsDon't buy the JBL Charge 6. Buy these three speakers instead

The JBL Charge 6 is a solid speaker, but these three alternatives may be worth buying instead.

Dave Carr8mo ago

Features & OpinionsBest Bluetooth speakers to buy instead of JBL

JBL speakers are popular, but they’re not your only option.

Dave Carr8mo ago

Best productsBest Bluetooth Speaker Prime Day Deals 2025

From backyard party powerhouses to beach-ready portables, these are the best Bluetooth speaker deals for Prime Day 2025.

Dave CarrOctober 7, 2025

NewsThe best audio products of IFA 2025

Berlin's premier tech event was full of great audio products. But which truly stand out?

Harley MarananSeptember 6, 2025

Best productsThe best Bluetooth speakers under $200

If you are looking for a great wireless, portable party speaker that doesn't cost more than $200, you've come to the right place.

Dave CarrAugust 21, 2025

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