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What is the Best Bluetooth Speaker Overall?

After testing a wide array of Bluetooth speakers over the past decade, we’ve narrowed down our top pick to the Soundcore by Anker Boom 2. This speaker stands out for its exceptional value, balancing sound quality, battery life, and affordability. However, there are several other noteworthy models to consider, including the Bose SoundLink Flex, Bose SoundLink Max, Tribit StormBox Flow, and the new Beats Pill. The Ultimate Ears Everboom and Tribit XSound Plus 2 are also among our latest top choices.

While some of these speakers are premium options with higher price tags, we’ve also included budget-friendly picks that cost less than $50. Our evaluations focus on sound performance, battery longevity, design elements like water resistance and durability, and overall value for the price. The list is regularly updated based on new releases and ongoing tests to ensure you get the best recommendations.

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Best new Bluetooth speaker

Soundcore by Anker Boom 2

$100 at Amazon

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Best mini Bluetooth speaker

Bose SoundLink Flex

$149 at Walmart

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Best Bluetooth speaker from Apple

Beats Pill

$150 at Amazon

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Tribit’s take on Bose Flex

Tribit StormBox Flow

$64 at Amazon

The Bose SoundLink Max is both IP67 waterproof and dust-proof

Best-sounding mini boom box Bluetooth speaker

Bose SoundLink Max

$399 at Bose

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Top compact Bluetooth speaker

Soundcore Motion 300

$80 at Amazon

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Top new Bluetooth speaker from Ultimate Ears

Ultimate Ears Everboom

$250 at Amazon

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Top-sounding mini Bluetooth speaker

Harman Kardon Luna

$150 at Amazon

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Top-sounding Bluetooth speaker for around $50

Tribit XSound Plus 2

$56 at Amazon

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New Sony Extra Bass mini Bluetooth speaker

Sony ULT Field 1

$130 at Best Buy

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Best value micro Bluetooth speaker

Tribit StormBox Micro 2

$60 at Amazon

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Top-sounding midsize Bluetooth speaker

Marshall Middleton

$300 at Amazon

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Top Bluetooth boom box

Soundcore by Anker Motion Boom Plus

$140 at Amazon

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Best mini canister speaker

Sony SRS-XB100

$58 at Amazon

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Top mini boom box Bluetooth speaker

Soundcore by Anker Motion X600

$230 at Walmart

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Better-sounding Flip

JBL Flip 6

$99 at Walmart

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Good value mini Bluetooth speaker

Soundcore Mini 3 by Anker

$45 at Walmart

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Impressive sound for a relatively compact Bluetooth speaker

JBL Charge 5

$180 at Walmart

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Best for clipping onto a backpack

JBL Clip 4

$65 at JBL.com

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Most durable Bluetooth speaker

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3

$69 at Amazon

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Best portable party speaker

JBL PartyBox 110

$400 at JBL

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Pocket-friendly wireless speaker

JBL Go 3

$40 at Walmart