The end of the year is nigh, and along with it comes Christmas Eve. Santa will be stopping by soon to stuff those stockings for all the good little boys and girls! What better present to wake up to than a high-quality portable speaker! Check out the best portable Bluetooth speakers of 2021 so you can put them on your wish list!
Most Rugged Speaker
JBL Xtreme 3 Bluetooth wireless speaker is one sturdy music powerhouse. It’s built to sustain a beating, so you won’t have to worry when you take it on your outdoor adventures. This speaker is dustproof and waterproof. The JBL Xtreme 3 offers surprising sound quality, with an outstanding balance of bass and range. It does not have any smart features and does not support hands-free calls.
Superior Sound
Dali Katch G2 delivers the highest quality sound, clarity, and bass in a tiny package. The only thing that would make this speaker better would be daisy-chain capabilities. This diminutive speaker packs surprising volume that can quickly fill a room. It also has a very decent battery life at 30 hours!
Best Value
JBL Flip 5 brings home the best in value award, with solid bass and excellent acoustics for under $80. It’s waterproof and holds 12 hours of battery life.
Best Style
Tribit Stormbox Micro boasts a sleek design and crisp sound, matched with quality bass. It can also be paired with a matching speaker to create the perfect stereo sound. This little workhorse comes in under $60, so it’s a steal!
Low Profile
Band & Olufsen Beosound A1 2nd Gen is an Alexa-enabled, waterproof, dustproof speaker with incredible sound quality, good bass balance, and a sleek, low profile that anyone can appreciate.
Budget Battery Life
Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 offers a whopping 13 hours of battery life, which is fantastic for a speaker priced under $80. The sound quality is punchy and crisp with good bass. At this price point, there isn’t much to complain about besides the lack of smart assistance and a microphone.
Beefy Build
The Audio Pro Addon T3 is beefier than most portable speakers, which may deter some shoppers. It’s worth a look if you want some serious volume, delivering a full, rich sound. The design is boxy and cute and comes with a carry strap to make it easier to handle.
All About That Bass
Sonos Roam offers some of the best bass at the cost of some clarity. It’s still an incredible little speaker that comes with voice control, supports AirPlay 2, and will tune bass and treble using a built-in speaker. The Sonos Roam is also waterproof and dustproof, so you can take it poolside or out on the road without worrying about damage.