Tribit StormBox Lava review: Pushing all boundaries but price

The Tribit StormBox Lava takes on Anker with a good audio response and helpful additions like an aux port and shoulder strap -- all for $130.

    C. de Looper     March 18

Tribit StormBox Blast 2 review: explosive sound, bright lights, and big battery life

Tribit StormBox Blast 2 boombox-style Bluetooth speaker delivers an explosive 200 watts of sound, a bright LED light show, and brilliant battery life.

    Jen Karner     December 23, 2024

Samsung Music Frame review: welcome to invisible audio

The Music Frame is the perfect speaker for folks who don't want a visible speaker in their room.

    Simon Cohen     December 17, 2024

Skullcandy Barrel review: a boombox that won’t blow up your wallet

If you're looking for a great-sounding, kinda portable Bluetooth speaker to take to the cottage or to the pool, the $180 Skullcandy Barrel is a great choice.

    Derek Malcolm     November 15, 2024

SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle speakers: warm, sweet, effortless sound

The SVS Evolution Pinnacle speakers are excellent in so many ways that it might seem hard to believe. But these could well be the only speakers I ever need.

    Caleb Denison     November 11, 2024

Pro-Ject Juke Box E1 turntable review: an all-in-one for vinyl fun

Pro-Ject Audio's Juke Box E1 combines a solid amplifier and turntable in one for those beginner audiophiles who don't want to fuss with components.

    Derek Malcolm     October 28, 2024

Beats Pill (2024) speaker review: the best portable for under $200

The Beats Pill is back and better than ever, with a much lower price, much bigger battery, and sound quality that — ahem — beats the best.

    Simon Cohen     October 10, 2024

Soundcore Select 4 Go review: This speaker might be the perfect $25 gift

You shouldn't expect much from a $25 Bluetooth speaker, and yet the Soundcore Select 4 Go is surprisingly great.

    Simon Cohen     October 10, 2024

GoldenEar T66 loudspeaker review: This one is personal

A very personal take on what makes the GoldenEar T66 such a special speaker

    Caleb Denison     August 6, 2024

Bose SoundLink Max review: back to Bluetooth form

The Bose SoundLink Max Bluetooth speaker sounds great whether indoors or powering the party outdoors, without trying to do too much more than that.

    Phil Nickinson     June 28, 2024

JBL Xtreme 4 review: a sweet-sounding battery beast with AI smarts

The JBL Xtreme 3 is a tough act to follow, but the Xtreme 4's 30-hour battery, AI smarts, and gorgeous, clear sound make it 2024's Bluetooth speaker to beat.

    Derek Malcolm     June 28, 2024

Tivoli Audio SongBook speaker review: a retro-style portable musicians will love

If you have a taste for retro design and the simplicity of mono sound, the Tivoli Audio SongBook is a portable (but pricey) speaker that doubles as an amp.

    Simon Cohen     June 14, 2024

JBL PartyBox Stage 320 speaker review: power, clarity, and karaoke on wheels

If you're a DJ or just someone who wants clean, great-sounding volume and fun party features for your gatherings, the JBL PartyBox Stage 320 is a solid buy.

    Derek Malcolm     June 7, 2024

Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Plus review: simply dynamite

The $250 Soundcore Boom 2 Plus is powerful, waterproof, and rugged, making it the Bluetooth speaker to get for listening to care-free summer tunes.

    Derek Malcolm     June 4, 2024

Anker Soundcore Boom 2 review: big fat bass, skinny price, and it floats!

Want big, smooth bass you can take to the pool? The Anker Soundcore Boom 2 is a floatable, rugged, $130 Bluetooth speaker that punches well above its weight.

    Derek Malcolm     May 23, 2024

Klipsch Nashville review: a rugged, backpack-ready Bluetooth speaker

The Klipsch Nashville Bluetooth speaker is a good-sounding, simple, and rugged Bluetooth speaker that will make a great addition to your summer listening.

    Derek Malcolm     April 4, 2024

Sonos Era 300 review: the best wireless audio system gets its best speaker yet

With outstanding sound for stereo and Dolby Atmos Music, the Sonos Era 300 wireless smart speaker is the complete package.

    Simon Cohen     March 25, 2024

Sonos Roam review: Tiny speaker, huge value

The $169 Sonos Roam isn't the cheapest Sonos speaker, but it is easily the most versatile. We think it's an incredible portable speaker for the price.

    Simon Cohen     March 18, 2024

Q Acoustics M20 HD review: not just any old Bluetooth speakers

The Q Acoustics M20 HD Powered Wireless Music System punches well above its weight and shouldn't be dismissed as just another set of desktop Bluetooth speakers.

    Derek Malcolm     March 18, 2024

LG XBoom XL7 review: a thunderous karaoke party speaker on wheels

Looking to rock your neighbors or belt out karaoke tunes into the night? The LG XBoom XL7 is the portable party speaker and light show to help you do it.

    Derek Malcolm     February 23, 2024

Kanto Audio Ora review: tiny, but mighty desktop speakers

Canadian speaker maker Kanto Audio is no stranger to small speakers that pack a punch, and the Ora Reference Desktop Speakers are no different.

    Derek Malcolm     February 16, 2024

Soundboks 4 review: loud enough for a whole city block

The Soundboks 4 is a refined iteration of the venerable party speaker. Just take care to plan out how long you want to use it on battery.

    Ted Kritsonis     January 4, 2024

Senic MoodPlay review: a fun but pricey toy for the Sonos fan who has everything

Senic's MoodPlay is like a digital turntable for Sonos, giving you access to your favorite music with a tap of a card.

    Simon Cohen     November 20, 2023

JBL PartyBox Ultimate speaker review: there’s no party it can’t power

The JBL PartyBox Ultimate is the company's biggest and loudest party speaker yet, but its sound is remarkably clean and its Wi-Fi connectivity gives it an edge.

    Derek Malcolm     November 11, 2023

Soundcore Motion 300 review: great sound, even better price

Soundcore's Motion 300 might be similarly equipped to other Bluetooth speakers, but its price and sound set it apart.

    Simon Cohen     November 2, 2023

Sonos Move 2 review: same body, better soul

The Sonos Move 2 improves on the first-gen Move speaker with better battery life, better sound, and more features. But Google fans may want to look elsewhere.

    Simon Cohen     October 6, 2023

Sonos Move review: Great outdoors

Sonos' first Bluetooth speaker was made for life outdoors, and can power a pool party single-handedly. But is it worth the investment? Here's our full review.

    Simon Cohen     September 15, 2023

Nakamichi Dragon 11.4.6 home surround sound system review: bringing the fire

Nakamichi has unleashed the Dragon 11.4.6 surround system and I put it through its paces to see if the Dolby Atmos system really is the stuff of legend.

    Caleb Denison     July 24, 2023

Amazon Echo Pop Review: a perfectly priced Alexa

The Amazon Echo Pop is the least expensive way to get into the Alexa ecosystem — and you basically get what you pay for. Which is good.

    Phil Nickinson     June 27, 2023

Apple HomePod Mini review: Finally, the smart speaker Apple needs

Apple failed to make an impression with the original HomePod, but the HomePod mini is poised to change that.

    John Velasco     June 15, 2023

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