The lowest threshold of human hearing, meaning the lowest sound level (20 micro pascals) – translates to 0 SPL and is accepted as the reference point by which all other sounds are compared. RMS Wattage vs. Peak Power Next, consider your budget. Bluetooth speakers come in a wide range of prices, from affordable options to more high-end models. Decide what you are willing to spend and then shop accordingly. The PartyBox 300 delivers a full panel lighting effect which creates a captivating light show to dazzle the crowd with a visually lasting experience. You can also change the lighting str It's at the pricey end of the market, yes, but the Dali Katch is a stone-cold stunner, delivering excellent clarity, impressive bass weight and good looks in spades – so much so that we've handed it a What Hi-Fi? Award in 2021, 2022 and 2023. If you've got the money, we'd struggle to recommend anything else at the same price.

The Addon C3 is basically the wi-fi-enabled, multi-room version of Audio Pro's Addon T3. It has the same minimalist looks that the Scandinavian company is known for, complete with textured surfaces and an embossed leather carry handle, but the wireless tech adds a whole new dimension to your listening.Loudness is one thing, but what’s the point in volume when you don’t have clarity? Weak dynamics on a speaker can result in the degradation of audio due to compression artifacts. Additionally, speakers have different sound profiles. Some speakers sound bright, emphasizing the midrange and treble, while others have recessed the midrange and deep, extended bass. The 8-hour built-in battery will provide enough power to last all day at high volume. You can expect around 25 hours of battery life at lower volumes; at louder volumes, you can still achieve up to 10 hours of battery life. This is more than enough for traditional uses and can even last you several hours of sessions if you’re using it out in the wilderness. Audio Connections However, Bluetooth-only speakers are generally more portable (as they don't require an internet connection to work) and often more affordable. How many watts is good for a home Bluetooth speaker?

This helps with durability, and the Emberton is IPX7 rated for pretty solid waterproofing. It comes with very few other bells and whistles though – there’s no control app, no aux-in and no microphone for taking calls. The focus here is on the sound, and it shows in its performance.

Bang & Olufsen isn’t noted for following the herd. In the Danish electronics specialist’s catalogue you'll find a wheel-shaped wireless speaker, a TV that opens up like a butterfly, and an 8200-watt monolithic speaker comprising 18 drivers. Its output could reasonably be described as "innovative" – and the B&O Beosound A1 (2nd Gen) wireless speaker is no exception. Weight: 5.9kg | Size: 25.7 x 48.5 x 20.1cm | Battery life: 24 hours | Waterproof: Yes (IPX7) | Total power: 80W | Aux-in: Yes

As you'd expect, Bluetooth speakers are wireless in that they don't require a wire to connect to an audio source; they use a Bluetooth codec. However, they don't necessarily also support wi-fi, which is a necessary feature of what we term 'wireless speakers'. A wireless speaker can connect to an audio source via the internet (i.e. wi-fi) – by way of Apple AirPlay or Google Chromecast, for example – whether or not it also has Bluetooth. With the Turtlebox 2, you have the option of ⅛-inch AUX or Bluetooth for audio inputs. Turtlebox Audio states the Bluetooth range is about 100 ft, which is more than enough for operating the speaker outdoors. Sound Quality

If you’re looking for a speaker that you can take with you on the go, you’ll want to look for one that has a built-in battery. This way, you won’t have to worry about finding an outlet to plug it in to. 4. What is a speaker’s frequency response?

The sound isn’t as impressive as the JBL PartyBox 110, but the ION Pathfinder remains a good-sounding speaker with many features. Battery Life It has a 12-inch woofer with 2 x 7-inch mid-woofers for serious party power! The PartyBox 1000 is loud with excellent bass response, a characteristic of JBL’s PartyBox range. The bass is both punchy and deep, with lots of low-end extension. The midrange is clear and detailed but not particularly bright, with the elevated low-end impacting some lower midrange. Battery The simplicity of its first impression extends to the buttons on offer – there’s volume, a Play/Pause, pairing and power button… that’s your lot. The Stormbox Micro keeps things modern with a USB-C port and, unlike the Go 3, will let you pair it up with a sibling for stereo sound. The one bit of finesse offered by this speaker is a flexible strap on the bottom – ideal for attaching to a shower or, as Tribit is keen to tout, a bicycle’s handlebars. We also listen for ‘presence’. Bluetooth speakers can sound monophonic, with all their energy emanating from the same physical space. What we value is a wider soundstage, whether this is achieved through clever digital signal processing or an inventive driver/passive radiator configuration, it doesn’t really matter. The JBL Boombox 3 is hands down one of the loudest Bluetooth speakers you can find that delivers a massive 136W of sound performance on battery mode and 180W of power on AC. The JBL Boombox 3 is an improvement over the JBL Boombox 2, delivering much louder sound performance and even deeper bass response, and has a much cleaner design with a better handle grip. It also features a 3-way speaker design that delivers higher sensitivity and much deeper bass response with very little distortion at high volume levels, allowing you to push this speaker to the limit and still get consistently good sound performance. We liked that the JBL Boombox 3 comes equipped with a built-in battery that delivers an incredible 24 hours of playtime on a single charge, and you can even use the speaker as a power bank to charge your smartphone device through USB. Furthermore, the speaker is IP67 dust and waterproof, allowing you to bring this speaker virtually anywhere outdoors or by the poolside and never have to worry about water. If you are looking for one of the loudest Bluetooth speakers that is durable, rugged and portable, the JBL Boombox 3 is definitely the one you should get.

Can you use Bluetooth speakers outdoors?

The Soundboks 4 features XLR and aux connectivity. It also has a TeamUp function, allowing you to connect multiple Soundboks speakers together wirelessly. Battery Life Perfect for parties, schools, corporate and educational presentations, seminars, aerobics, auctioneers, working musicians, tour guides, weddings, etc. Whether you want full-on portability or a speaker to move occasionally from your bedroom to the kitchen, you're sure to find something here that you – and your current budget – can truly enjoy. How we test Bluetooth speakers The PartyBox 1000 speaker comes with a bass boost feature which allows you to enhance the lower-end frequency range of your music for more powerful beats. This is perfect if you are playing music for large parties and gatherings and want to boost the lower-end sound performance and volume. We also liked the fact that this speaker comes with an LED panel which makes it perfect for DJing. The sound quality of the PartyBox 1000 is crisp and crystal clear, and the sound remains consistently clear at up to 90% of the volume level. The bass starts to roll off around 90% volume, but at that range the sound is so loud that it is powerful enough to power a large party gathering. This speaker delivers immense bass performance even with the bass boost functionality turned off – and is probably the most overpowered speaker we have ever tested. The Soundboks 4 is the self-proclaimed “loudest battery-powered speaker in the world.” It produces 126 decibelsof high-quality audio and has up to 40 hours of battery life. These two features alone put the Soundboks 4 at the top of the list as our choice of the loudest Bluetooth speakers. Sound Quality