The Very Best Bluetooth Speakers in 2024 (by Category)
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Sony SRS-XV800 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/SonyXV800
Sony SRS-XB100 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/XB100
JBL Xtreme3 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/JBLXtreme3
Anker Soundcore Motionboom Plus 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/MotionBoomPlus
Mifa WildCamping (lantern) 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/LanternSpeaker
Marshall Middleton 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/Middleton
Soundcore Motion x600 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/Motionx600
Bose Soundlink Flex 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/BoseSoundlinkFlex
What’s up I’m Mike and behind me i have some of the best bluetooth speakers you can buy right now so in this video, I want to share my picks for the best bluetooth speakers by category with all different sizes and prices and crazy features. Some of these are very popular speakers but I think some might surprise you with brands you probably haven’t heard of.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 The Very Best Bluetooth Speakers
0:30 Best Jumbo Party Speaker
2:17 Best Sounding Bluetooth Speaker
3:22 Best For Adventures
4:54 Best Looking / Best Premium Speaker
6:30 Best Value Boombox
7:25 Best Mini / Best Budget Speaker
8:13 Best For Most Situations
8:57 Honorable Mention
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ADDITIONAL VIDEO NOTES:
Best Jumbo Party Speaker – Sony XV800 (links to latest prices will be below)
Has 7 drivers
Has wheels
Customizable LED lights
Mic and instrument inputs
Phone stand
Bluetooth 5.3
TV sound booster – connect via visual cable
25 hr battery life
10 min charge = 3 hrs
IPX4 water resistant
This is my #1 favorite speaker that I own. I try to use it wherever possible and it never disappoints
And if this isn’t enough sound for you, you can connect up to 100 compatible speakers with Sony’s party connect feature
But maybe you want something smaller for a boat day or small get together
Best Sounding – Bose Soundlink Flex
Surprisingly loud for the size
No distortion at any volume
Not just a bass monster. Actually well balanced
4 colors, premium feel
IP67 water resistant, 12 hr battery, pairs with other Bose speakers
Perfect for around the house, river float, a trip to the cabin, or on a boat party
Best For Adventures – Mifa Wildcamping
2 color leds
IP67 water resistant
1/4×20 threads on base for tripods
Bluetooth 5.3 for claimed 60m range
PSA
Best Looking – Marshall Middleton
Two colors, black & brass, and Cream
Solid feeling speaker – feels heavy in the hand
Premium features
Buttons on top
IP67 dust and water resistant
20 hrs playback
Connect multiple with stack mode
6 drivers for a complete and full stereo sound
Ports
Best Value Boombox – Soundcore Motion Boom Plus – $150
Easily connect multiple with a single button with PartyCast
Feels like a cheap plastic speaker, but if you are going to cut costs, I like that
20 hr playtime
Comes with a strap
Big bass, surprisingly loud
Best Mini Speaker – Sony XB100 – $58
Best for Most Situations – JBL xTreme3 (e.g. pickup bball, or Pickleball I guess)
IP67
slightly more balanced with eq, less warm than Sony
15 hrs battery
Connect with other JBLs via PartyBoost
Comes with a strap
Honorable Mention – Soundcore Motion x600
Spatial audio projects upward as well
Built in dsp, bluetooth 5.3, 5 speakers, LDAC, and 12 hrs playback per charge
Buttons
Aux in, usb-c in
Anodized aluminum build feels like a macbook pro
Despite the premium nature of this, it is surprisingly less expensive than expected
I love the XB100. I use it for my work from home loft. I have every speaker made by JBL. But this one fills the niche because of the speaker phone and good bass for a small speaker that doesn’t take too much desk. Space.
No Marley?
Wachu mean you’ll see me in another video, ill have to block my webcam.
Is that lipstick on your lips? Wtf?!
I hate this guy. But the tips nice af.
Source: trust me bro
Very professional explanation, as a fellow bluetooth speaker, I’m glad the industry has such a professional
all talk no demo = because i said so, and a thumbs down
Just bought Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 6. I really love the sound quality and bass, which it’s not boomy but controlled. I might get Vifa Helsinki and see if I like this better.
the bose sounlink flex sounds like shite, i dont understand this review
shoutout goose
When is something going to beat the Harman Onyx Studio 5?
TURTLEBOX 4 DA WIN!!! 💯
feels like soundcore product placement
Great video. So which one do you think is best with powerful sound if I’m recording dance fitness outdoors?
I do enjoy these reviews but I wish they would spend a little more time talking about wattage, speaker setup, mono/stereo….
2 things i care about sound quality and does it sync up well not like watching a movie and have lag
You lost me when you mentioned BOSE. They suck.
yo
Do you have a new video after 10 months??
Jadi merek apa yang paling bagus kualiatas dan suara nya Mike ?
Oh okay no beats pill 😕
the soundcore motion boom 2 has changed the whole game
Mike is telling about the speaker😅😅
Reall cant beat jbl pary box, beats the sony, its just hands down the best in every way.
you should show sound sample
Soundlink flex ❤️
Kasih ke saya ,yg mana aja bebas 😂
Did he mention which speaker had the most battery life
So which do you like best?
Affiliate Discount Links:
Sony SRS-XV800 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/SonyXV800
Sony SRS-XB100 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/XB100
JBL Xtreme3 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/JBLXtreme3
Anker Soundcore Motionboom Plus 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/MotionBoomPlus
Mifa WildCamping (lantern) 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/LanternSpeaker
Marshall Middleton 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/Middleton
Soundcore Motion x600 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/Motionx600
Bose Soundlink Flex 👉 https://mikeobrienmedia.com/BoseSoundlinkFlex
Looking to replace my soundcore 3 for my nightstand speaker. As soon as I saw Mike’s name on this video I knew this was where I would start my research. I was like "The tech watch techguy!" I use a speaker to watch TV at night (no headgear for me) so my biggest concern is latency. Yes I know there are workarounds for latency, but my OCD will have me constantly adjusting the milliseconds and 2nd guessing myself 😆
good review but it would be helpful to put some text on the screen with the speaker names
Best party speaker: Soundboks*
Do they all have auxiliary input in case their’s no internet for bluetooth?
Tribit in the thumbnail, not in the video
speakers with only 1 tweeter are such a waste of time.
Which one is better jbl go 4 or sony xb100?
pllz
I think JBL wins in each category
Had the soundcore. It randomly stopped working after 6 weeks. I went to reviews and same has happened to other people. Shame because it actually sound good while it lasted.
What about tribit stormbox micro 2?
“In 2024” on an older video? That means: thumbs down + mark as spam/misleading and “don’t recommend this channel”.
This is deceptive marketing. Do better.
Marshall Woburn 3????
Bugani 40w orange with handle is my go to on sale $55
no UE? This is a sham
Hi guys, I bought a Ultimate Ears Ue Boom 3 a year ago. I nearly use it everyday, I like the sound really clear, however, it seems like no bass at all. I tried to adjust from app as much bass as I can, but still not good enough. I also have a earphone sony wh-1000xm4, which i really like the sound. But I found I bearly use it. So I want to buy another wireless speaker. I consider portable size with quality sound and good bass as well, any sugguestions pls?
I have to get one for my cabin. I need a cabin.
0:47 Chris Luno make some party dj there!! love it 😀
Great video, very helpful🙏
SOUND QUALITY. What do you guys think its the best one regardless of price?
I’m looking for something that bumps and gives a lot of bass. I’m willing to spend money on it, and I’ve heard my buddy’s Soundcore Motionboom Plus, and it’s not really nearly as good as I want. I think the Sony XV800 would be the closest on the list that I’m looking for. But I was kinda hoping to get something slightly smaller so it would conveniently ride-along on a golf cart. Any suggestions??? Does the JBL Xtreme3 or Marshall Middleton bump significantly better than the Soundcore Motionboom Plus???