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.
Here you can find the top lists for other audio categories:
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 Boombox 4 Review: More Power, Less Weight, and Auracast Instead of PartyBoost
JBL Refines the Party King
The JBL Boombox 4 carries on the legacy of the powerful Boombox 3. More power, Auracast, IP68 rating, USB-C audio, and a removable battery are set to make all the difference:
JBL Boombox 3 review
The party classic still grooves impressively in 3rd generation
The JBL Boombox 3 proved stamina and tight power play in the review. At the same time, the party box can be not only loud, but also cultured.
Tronsmart Bang Max review
The name says it all: Bang Max
The Tronsmart Bang Max lives up to its name. For less than 200 euros, no one can beat it for bass and volume. Not in the equipment either.
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?
Hama Canton UltiMate Pro test: What does the German boombox offer?
The purest hi-fi system on the handle
Review: The Hama Canton UltiMate Pro offers 120 W of power, a 24-hour battery, a power bank, a wide range of connections, and IPX6 weather protection. Ideal for the garden and parties.
The best large Bluetooth speakers
Teufel Rockster 2 review: How much party is in the monster speaker from Berlin?
The incarnate being in box form
Teufel Rockster 2 review: The large party speaker with Bluetooth 5.3, 440 watts of power, replaceable battery, microphone connection and impressive bass in a practical test.
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 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.
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!
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.
Review: Cambridge Audio L/R S Bluetooth Desktop Stereo Set
Mini Speakers with Bass
The Cambridge Audio L/R S in review: Compact active speakers with powerful sound, amazing bass, and easy operation. Ideal for desktop, TV, and small living spaces.