We’ve listened to and tested hundreds of Bluetooth speakers for the hi-fi magazine STEREO GUIDE. The rankings below highlight the top five in each category—from ultra-compact to party-ready.
Here you can go straight to the top list of mini Bluetooth speakers.
Here you can go directly to the top list of small Bluetooth speakers.
Here you can go directly to the top list of medium-sized Bluetooth speakers.
You can find the top list of large Bluetooth speakers directly here.
Here you can go directly to the top list of the best stereo Bluetooth speakers.
The 5 best mini Bluetooth speakers
Review: Tribit StormBox Micro 3
The biggest among the smallest?
Tribit StormBox Micro 3 Review: 24h battery, XBass, Bluetooth 6.0, and significantly improved sound. Is the upgrade to the Micro 2 worth it?
Tronsmart T7 Mini review
Dreamer's ball: A lot of fun from this little speaker
The Tronsmart T7 Mini is the best outdoor mini speaker in terms of bass and dynamics. And it offers pleasant sound and long battery life.
Review: Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 (2022) plus app
Bass out of almost nothing: fine sounds for 60 bucks
The successor of the best-in-class micro speaker just got better adding an in-app EQ and longer battery life to its performance.
B&O Beosound Explore review
For your ears only: Danish design meets wide, decent sound
The compact Beosound is probably the most compact true stereo speaker. Its relaxed sound makes it a perfect choice for home and outdoor use.
Yamaha WS-B1A review
Rather grippy and direct sound competing with B&O and Marshall
The Yamaha WS-B1A is one of the fanciest mini Bluetooth speakers we’ve ever tested. But how does the B&O rival sound?
The 5 best small Bluetooth speakers
Teufel Rockster Go 2: review of the 2nd generation
The Bluetooth speaker built for tough conditions
In the review, the Teufel Rockster Go impressed with improvements in terms of balanced and natural sound tuning and functionality.
Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 Gen. 3 review – The sustainable Bluetooth speaker
All good things come in threes
Bang & Olufsen refines the Beosound A1. Gen. 3 offers more runtime and a more sustainable design – and further ahead in terms of sound. A review.
Teufel Motiv Go 2 review: no AUX jack anymore, but an app and Party mode
Digitalization is moving forward
Teufel Motiv Go 2 review: strong sound, new features like PartyLink and an app – but without AUX and mic. How does it compare to the JBL Charge and Bose SoundLink Flex?
Sony ULT Field 1 mobile Bluetooth speaker review
Mobile music fun to carry on a strap
The Sony ULT Field 1 is an excellent small Bluetooth speaker in terms of naturalness and bass. Is it also better than the JBL Flip 6?
Tribit StormBox 2 review: Legacy obliges
That's why the new generation is even better in all key respects
In the review, the Tribit StormBox 2 delivered a powerful performance with comparatively rich bass and clear, natural voice reproduction.
The best mid-size Bluetooth speakers
JBL PartyBox Encore 2 review: Compact party speaker with a karaoke focus
Play it again, JBL!
The JBL PartyBox Encore 2 in review: A compact party speaker with strong bass, a microphone, light show, and plenty of power. But how good does it really sound?
Panasonic SC-BMAX5 review: Inexpensive but good party speaker
Amazing performance in the class up to 300 euros
The Panasonic SC-BMAX5 did have some minor weaknesses in the review in terms of features and practice, but in terms of sound it is top for its class.
Teufel Boomster review
Can the Bluetooth box with DAB+ replace a stereo system?
The Teufel Boomster from 2021 is not only a great Bluetooth speaker with rich bass. It also features FM, DAB+ and a powerbank function.
Klipsch Gig XL review
Party and well-balanced sound in a cube
A cube-shaped, pretty portable and light-weight party speaker by Klipsch with mic included offering balanced hi-fi sound and simple operation.
Review: Klipsch The Three Plus with phono and USB
Vinyl joins Bluetooth with retro style
With The Three Plus, Klipsch wants to compete with the retro Bluetooth speakers from Marshall. Its wild card is extensive connectivity.
The best large Bluetooth speakers
JBL PartyBox 520 review: Loud, mobile and surprisingly balanced
Party sound for adults
In the review, the JBL PartyBox 520 impresses with high sound pressure, balanced sound and rich bass without booming. All the facts about technology, features and sound at a glance.
Sony ULT Tower 10 party box review
As loud as a jet taking off: rock concerts via Bluetooth at original volume
The Sony ULT Tower 10 impressed in the review with music playback at 110 decibels, natural sound tuning for party speakers and extremely powerful bass.
JBL PartyBox Stage 320: Review of the 240-watt Bluetooth speaker
Bluetooth with bass guarantee
The JBL PartyBox Stage 320 comes with upgrades such as a rechargeable battery and Auracast for wireless speaker chains. In the review, it offered plenty of bass.
LD Systems Anny 8 party speaker review
Hi-Fi sound at party volume
The LD Systems Anny 8 impressed in the test with a very natural sound that you wouldn’t expect from a party speaker. And with up to 117 decibels!
JBL Partybox 310 review
Let the party roll with powerful music
The JBL Partybox 310 is a heavy but still mobile, battery-powered compact PA with light show, a bargain if you want plenty of powerful music.
Review: Klipsch The Nines with HDMI
Cloud number nine for those who like bass
The Klipsch The Nines active speaker set replaces an entire hi-fi system with floorstanding speakers. It plays bass powerful and dynamic in large rooms via HDMI on the TV.
Klipsch Heritage The Sevens with HDMI review
The magnificent Sevens: maximum dynamics, no additional components required
An active speaker handling various sources such as HDMI or record player. It sounds full-bodied and dynamic, suitable for large rooms.
Review Nubert nuPro SP-200 with HDMI-eARC
One stereo system complete with connection to the TV, please!
As a stereo complete system with HDMI (eARC) input, the nupro SP-200 with crystal clear sound is a clear buy tip for music not only on the TV.
Mission LX Connect review
Fine British hi-fi sound with a smart wireless concept
As a complete system with connection hub and wireless transmission, the Mission LX Connect Set offers powerful, homogeneous and dynamic sound.
Magnat Monitor Active 2000: review
Bluetooth speaker pair for real stereo imaging as a bargain
The Magnat Monitor Active 2000 offers natural and detailed sound as a stereo speaker set. And the bass is fun too.