The Very Best Bluetooth Speakers of 2022 (by Category)

I've tested a lot of bluetooth speakers, and these are the very best on the market, broken down by category

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 The very best bluetooth speakers
0:30 Best sounding bluetooth speaker
2:00 Best midsize bluetooth speaker
3:25 a PSA from Mike
3:39 Best party bluetooth speaker
5:30 Best budget bluetooth speaker
6:40 Best general bluetooth speaker
8:00 Best portable smart speaker

ADDITIONAL REVIEW NOTES
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

Sony XG300
Great mics on board for meetings with echo cancelation
IP67
Links to other Sony speakers
Fun lights
25 hr battery
Retractable handle
Pretty bass heavy sound

Anker Soundcore Rave Party 2
Connects with other anker speakers via PartyCast
Great lights
Solid build with a nice handle and eq adjustments in the rear
120W output
16 hrs of battery
Microphone input
Vertical or horizontal orientation

Tribit Stormbox Micro
$36 right now on Amazon
IP67
Built in rubber strap for bicycle, backpack, or other mounting locations
Warm bassy signature

JBL Xtreme 3
IP67
slightly more balanced with eq, less warm than Sony
15 hrs battery
Connect with other JBLs via PartyBoost
Comes with a strap

Bose Portable Smart Speaker
Bose cradle is a good wireless charging solution
Two colors available
360 sound projection via a bottom firing speaker
Works with airplay 2 as well as Google assistant and Amazon Alexa
Bluetooth and wifi connectivity
Google is a bit slower, but it is portable

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[MikeOBrienMedia]

*WHICH IS YOUR FAVORITE SPEAKER?*

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[adamsytsma]

If you like little speakers, you have got to try the Sound matter FoxL V2.2 Platinum. This thing has incredible detail & has a little bass to it. If you buy the subwoofer, it adds an additional depth to the octaves. This is my goto speaker & I have about 12. Soundcore to Diamondboxx. The FoxL Platinum will amaze you. It's best for a bathroom or your work desk. Kitchen or bedroom. It's not gonna rock the party, but the sound it produces is better than most speakers you'll come across.

[echemichael]

I was hoping you will rate the soundcore motion boom plus because I have been using the soundcore motion boom for two years now and the battery is still holding up very well and I am thinking of upgrading to the motion boom plus. Hope you will do a review on that.

[AshishDesai]

I have the BOSE SoundLink and it is great for my scenario like in home and in the front yard also does not distort at full volume.

[DJSwagger_]

I love ur growth as a channel dude, keep up the hustle🔥🔥

[mishaguitar]

Great review, thank you! Only thing is that there are a number of uses for these that wouldn’t work with Bluetooth (such as musical instruments, non Bluetooth stereos, etc., ) so would be nice to know which speakers have audio input, such as an 1/8” inch or usb

[joannabosededixon]

Thank you. I have a Thump Go in Dubai that I use at home and also when I sometimes teach exercise to music outside. I am looking to buy a speaker in England for the house and for teaching. Which speaker would you recommend out of all the ones featured in your video?

[garymelnyk]

I tried a lot of the ones you suggest! Then I did more in-depth research. So glad I did for I found out about and bought a Teufel Boomster. I delight in it every time I switch it on. There’s no comparison. Just read the reviews. (I had the same problem years ago when checking reviews. I bought a speaker no one reviewed: an ADX Dynamix. Still works brilliantly. Beautifully balanced).

[williamsmith]

I like your taste in Bluetooth speakers. I own 3 of your reviews that sound extremely good to me. I especially like the way the bose portable home smart speaker will come on and connect just by connecting it by its power cord.That is so useful and seemingly magic.

[BecauseLoveSoLove]

How about the Harman Kardon Studio Aura 3?
I don't really bring speaker to anywhere but why not if its portable. So i was wondering how does the portable speakers compare to the HK Studio Aura 3?

[DavidRodriguez-xwzy]

I bought a JBL charge 5 a few months ago to use mainly as a sound bar for my smart tv. I almost got the JBL extreme 3 that was on display right next to it but the charge 5 was a much better deal and it's easier to carry around.

[coopersass]

Great video! but can you say prices to help determine which speaker to get. Thanks!

[franclinstechrepair]

I've used so many speakers and I love the Sony speakers, Jbl is good but the worst is the Xtreme 3, its just doesn't have that bass, I can't even use it outside, it gets faulty easily, found out that they used cheap parts in it, despite the high price

[AshishDesai]

Love your broad content !👍🏼 keep up with the good work bro .
I have a important question.
So i only use iPhone ( no other Apple products) and love listening to good quality music and videos and all ( but not like a audiophile, just a normal day to day user ), and i have the option to choose from sony ( wh1000xm5 and wf1000xm4 ), AirPods pro 1/2. And yes I don’t have unlimited budget so I’ll use the product for at least 2-3 years . Which one should I choose ?

[mkavb]

I had a few bluetooth speakers, but the wired ones are also so good. Excited

[PACKERMAN]

I'm looking for one I can set in my car in the trunk to simulate an actual installed subwoofer setup but I can take it out the trunk for the party.... with a heavy low end

[android]

Thankyou for the PSA, these speakers threaten to be a scourge in the hands of people who aren't considerate of others.

[Grommet]

I purchased the Micro 2 (the replacement for the Stormbox Micro) last year. It's very similar in size, but the output and run time are increased. It's a great little speaker. Yes, I do take it hiking, but turn it up only when I'm on my own, LOL. It's "warm" sound is actually a great fit for this type of use.

I was considering purchasing the Extreme 3 as well, but after perusing many reviews (Youtube and otherwise), I decided to go with the Mifa Wildbox instead. The Wildbox is a lot cheaper, but uses the same driver layout (two woofers, two tweeters) and can produce excellent sound, particularly with a slight bit of EQ to pull down the highs a little bit. Both the Micro 2 and the Wildbox are IP67 rated too.

BTW, my first BT speaker was a Soundblaster Roar2. It's amazing how far BT speakers have come since that was released. And yes, it still works 🙂

[winstonsmiths]

I like your evals on these speakers. I agree on the Bose Flex. I am currently comparing the flex (BF) with the Anker Soundcore Boost, 20w (ASB). Believe it or not, the ASB is making it hard for me to decide on it and the BF. The BF is better on overall sound, but I find that using the Atmos sound feature on my phone, makes the ASB sound damn close to the BF. I am leaning toward the BF, but reviews stating how flaky the connectivity app is has me hesitating. I like to pair two speakers for stereo sound filling the room. After listening to the ASB is sounds great and beats the BF...until I switch back to the BF and it sounds richer over all ranges. For sure the BF is batter sounding, but for the price the ASB cannot be beat. I paid $49!

[killerdude]

Can you pair two of any of these for L and R channels?