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extremes in the audio world
At the high end are costly hi-fi setups made up of almost a half-dozen different devices
the spectrum sit Bluetooth speakers
Yes you'll have to keep these battery-powered devices charged, and their reliance on Bluetooth rather than good old-fashioned cables means
speaker to bring with you on your next adventure, a portable powerhouse to bring with you to the beach or a rocking wireless speaker for
for the best Bluetooth speakers around
features you want from your speaker, its imperative that it has a decent battery life and good level of sound quality
There's no point in having a device packed full of features if its battery dies quickly and it sounds rubbish
features side, common requests include water-resistance (and water-proof speakers), voice calling and device charging - a feature that
allows you to plug your phone or tablet into the speaker to siphon off a bit of juice when it's running a bit low
based on the activity you're going to do with it
UE Boom 2The best Bluetooth speakerWeight: 1.2 pounds | Battery life: 15 hours | Wireless range: 30+ feet | Frequency response: 90Hz-20kHz |
Drivers: Two 1.75" drivers and two 1.75" x 3" passive radiators | NFC: Yes | Aux-in: Yes USB charging: YesBrilliant designWaterproofRobust
set of featuresBattery life isn't improved over originalThis sequel to the UE Boom nails everything a Bluetooth speaker should be
Portable, but still incredibly durable
Plus, even better, the addition of waterproofing turns what used to be the best Bluetooth speaker around for most occasions into the best
JBL Charge 3A great speaker that also charges your phoneWeight: 1.76 pounds | Battery life: 20 hours | Wireless range: 30+ feet | Frequency
charging: YesKicking bass responseWaterproofExposed woofersAs a package, the JBL Charge 3 offers a compelling set of features and excellent
latest iteration maintains JBL's dominance in the portable Bluetooth speaker market.Read the full review: JBL Charge 33
Bose SoundLink Mini IIThe best mid-range speakerWeight: 1.5 pounds | Dimensions: 2 x 7.1 x 2.3 inches (H x W x D) | Battery life: Up to 10
hours | Wireless range: 30 ft (10 m) | Frequency response: N/A | Drivers: N/A | NFC: No | Bluetooth version: N/A | Aux-in: Yes | USB
charging: NoStellar soundBuilt like a tankCompact form factorNo NFC or multipoint BluetoothThe Bose SoundLink Mini II is relatively ancient,
having been released in June 2015
However, writing off the SoundLink Mini II because of its age would be a mistake, as it remains one of the best sounding wireless
UE WonderboomWeight: 425g | Dimensions: 102 x 93.5mm (H x D) | Battery life: Up to 10 hours | Wireless range: 100 ft (33 m) | Frequency
Aux-in: No | USB charging: No360-degree soundMultipoint pairingWaterproofSlightly confined soundingWhen someone asks us for a recommendation
for a waterproof speaker, the UE Roll 2 was always on the top of our list
Creative Muvo 2CA tiny budget speaker that packs a big punchWeight: 0.35 pounds | Battery life: 6 hours | Wireless range: N/A | Frequency
response: N/A | Drivers: 1 x full-range | NFC: No | Aux-in: Yes | Bluetooth version: 4.2 | Weatherproofing: Yes-IP66 | Charges devices over
USB: NoFeature-richHas some actual bassBuggy appAdvanced features can be complexThe Creative Muvo 2C is a speaker than punches well above
that being said, if you spend more you'll get a more refined sound, better bass still, and a longer battery life
Bang and Olufsen Beoplay P2The best lightweight Bluetooth speakerWeight: 275 g (9.7 oz) | Battery life: Up to 10 hours | Wireless range: N/A
| Frequency response: 68 Hz - 21.000Hz | Drivers: 2 x 15W class D for woofer and tweeter (2 x 50W peak power) | NFC: No | Aux-in: No | USB
charging: NoUltra-portableGood bass for the sizeIt's lacking highs and midsA pouch or case would be niceBO created a hit with the Beoplay
On top of that, the speaker is ultra-portable without compromising on much bass content
Sure, you could get something a little bigger (and stereo) for the same price, but at this size the sound quality justifies the price
Marshall KilburnThe best big Bluetooth speakerWeight: 3kg | Battery life: Up to 20 hours | Wireless range: N/A | Frequency response: 62 -
20,000Hz | Drivers: two 3/4-inch dome tweeters, one 4-inch woofer | NFC: No | Aux-in: Yes | USB charging: YesBass and treble
controlsEarth-pounding bassNo playback controlsNot as portable as competitionThe Marshall Kilburn might not appear to be the best choice in
Bose SoundLink Color IIThe most durable Bluetooth speakerWeight: 1.2 pounds | Dimensions: 5.25 x 5 x 2.25 inches (H x W x D) | Battery life:
8 hours | Wireless range: 30 feet | Frequency response: N/A | Drivers: N/A | NFC: No | Aux-in: Yes | Bluetooth version: N/A |
Weatherproofing: Yes | Charges devices over USB: NoFun, curvy designBooming soundAverage battery lifeOnly splash-proofIt seems just about
every speaker company has a wireless speaker that can take the abuse of being outdoors and Bose, a company most well-known for its brand of
review: Bose SoundLink Color II9
JBL Flip 4Best travel-friendly Bluetooth speakerWeight: 515g | Battery life: Up to 12 hours | Wireless range: 40 feet | Frequency response:
NoDecent, rugged designPlenty of bassUnderwhelming mid-range soundSlightly basic looksBringing bluntness over refinement, the JBL Flip 4 is
a good Bluetooth speaker for the rugged outdoorsman in your friend circle
ultimately means its sound quality is not quite up to scratch when compared with some, more high-end portable speakers.Read the full review:
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