Top 10 portable speakers for sound quality

Superb sound across the entire musical range, powerful, deep, detailed sound - these are the results of portable speakers Hopestar A6 gives through the use of two active 8-watt speakers and one 18-watt subwoofer in the center. There are no questions about the quality of percussion bass, but both the middle and the height are not far behind. You can listen to absolutely any musical genre - from opera and classics to rock and pop music, and the waterproof case allows you to combine listening with a trip to nature.

However, reviews online are conflicting. Someone wholly lacks soft and rich sound with tight bass, clear distinct tones, volume and high volume. The rest note the not fully thought out design. An unbalanced center of gravity leans the unit towards the speakers, which causes inconvenience when placed on an uneven surface. And yet Hopestar A6 is deservedly considered one of the best offers on the market in the budget segment.

One of the most discussed columns on Ali and Amazon - thousands of reviews with a minimum percentage of negative ones. And this is not surprising - it is worth looking at the price and characteristics of the model in order to understand why buyers are so delighted. Some (but not Ali regulars) may be confused by the brand name. Yes, this company is not one of those world leaders that everyone has known for decades, but on the same Amazon it appeared and became popular before Xiaomi, whose peer and fellow countryman, by the way, is.

The design of the column is minimalistic, in this it, perhaps, loses to its more eminent competitors. But for its modest price, it offers IPX7 water resistance, a USB-C charging connector, a capacious 6700 mAh battery that lasts for 12 hours of battery life, a 3.5-connector and Bluetooth 5.0. Well, and most importantly, of course, that there are 4 speakers in the case, giving out 30 watts of power together. Many, including experts, say that this speaker surpasses some specimens from more well-known manufacturers in terms of sound purity. A great bonus is a branded application that will allow you to play with the settings and the equalizer. And of the minuses - the lack of at least some kind of handle or loop for carrying.

In the center of the model, just between the huge speakers with a diameter of 95 mm, hidden under a protective metal grill and giving out sound in the frequency range of 100–20,000 Hz, the developers decided to place a display with a red backlight.It seems like a trifle, but in fact a very informative detail: it displays the battery level, sound source, volume level, equalizer settings, track number, radio station frequency and incoming call number. Yes, indeed, this boombox is proposed to be used for speakerphone as well.

Two passive radiators on both sides of the speaker provide a notable reproduction of low frequencies. In the reviews, the device is called one absolute advantage for such money. Among the pluses are called stable and stable Bluetooth, excellent quality of music playback from a smartphone, optimal factory equalizer settings and hassle-free usability. Conditional shortcomings include perhaps considerable (but justified by the sound quality!) Dimensions and weight - 390x190x160 mm and almost 2 kg, respectively.

Someone who, but JBL definitely knows a lot about portable speakers. Perhaps, now you can’t find a rating in which the brand model would not be wormed. Which is logical - the company is able to fit everything that any user is looking for in each, even the budget line: an unusual but recognizable design, high-quality materials, modern connectors and innovative solutions, and, of course, what we are here for is great sound .

The Charge-series is the golden mean among all the lines, if you choose exactly the sound. Plus, there are improvements compared to the previous version - there are still 2 speakers, only now one is high-frequency, the second is low-frequency. Those who saw the 4th version in operation will definitely feel the difference in greater clarity and depth of low frequencies.Otherwise, the changes are minor - the same reverse charging function, water resistance, a bunch of color options and the ability to combine the device with other JBL speakers that also support PartyBoost technology to create a powerful stereo sound atmosphere.

Almost three kilos of weight, although in the photo the column seems quite compact, and for some reason again there is no handle or any other option for carrying. But these are the only tangible disadvantages of the device. Here everything is the same as in previous versions, backlight customizable in the Sony Fiestable application with a bunch of modes, which is now located in stripes on the sides. Great option for a mini disco. The only thing is that in such a light mode, the declared autonomy of 24 hours is almost halved.

Sound with deep rich bass thanks to a bunch of X-Balanced, tweeters and passive radiators. But the mids seem somewhat aggressive to some experts. Support for AAC, LDAC and SBC. An excellent choice for those who love live sound. You can bring it to life and more by using the Party Connect feature and connecting multiple compatible devices. There is IP67 protection, but this is, in principle, already standard for all Sony products, NFC, 3.5-connector, Bluetooth 5.0 and the ability to receive calls - they also did not forget to build in a microphone.

The Soundlink Revolve-series upgrade received some minor changes. Probably, we can safely say that this is due to the fact that it is difficult to improve something that is already almost perfect.First and foremost - increased battery life - now you can count on 17 hours. The second change is an increase in protection to IP55. Although I would like to wait for a more thorough one and get full dust and moisture resistance, and at the same time replacing microUSB with Type-C.

The body is compact, seamless, with a single full-range speaker inside and two passive membranes directed in different directions, due to which a balanced and realistic sound is achieved. You should not consider the model as an option for holding grandiose parties, but lovers of just good atmospheric sound will definitely like it. In addition, the original conical shape will perfectly fit into the design of the apartment. Surely many will appreciate the support for Siri and Google Assistant.

TrueStream technology allows Harman engineers to guarantee flawless sound quality when transmitting audio wirelessly. The main features of TrueStream are the storage of 8 streaming devices, wake-up of the device via Bluetooth, voice feedback, selection of the right codec depending on the properties of the signal, and special audio signal processing to avoid losses during the compression process.

Inside the device is a solid technical stuffing: a pair of Ridge 20 mm tweeters, the same number of 90 mm Atlas woofers, two microphones for better voice transmission. Externally portable Harman/Kardon acoustics are recognized by such details as the carrying handle. It's good that in the new version of the device they did not remove it, making it metal, not plastic.The column looks very expensive, but there is no need to talk about the survivability of the "Arman" technology - this is a purchase for many years.

Bang&Olufsen is a company well-known in narrow circles of audiophiles and simply wealthy technology lovers. I am glad that the products of famous Danes are gradually becoming more accessible to the mass user. And although the cost of the Beoplay P6 speaker scares off some buyers, the quality of the audio system absolutely matches the price. The P6 is a joy to own, fashionable, technical and very stylish thanks to designer Cecilia Manz. It should be clarified right away that the speaker is portable only conditionally, somehow one cannot raise one's hand to carry such beauty on the street.

The main feature of the model is the propagation of sound around a device like Surround Sound in cinemas. Its quality is much better appreciated in small rooms, at a distance of up to 20 m. Inside is a 100 mm woofer and a custom high-midrange driver, thanks to which the sound is so pleasantly colored. True, there is one nuance that should not be taken as a defect: a slight rattling of the bass speaker - this way it warms up.

The second generation of the Kilburn series from the famous British has noticeably added functionality.The “two” received 44% more power (2x8 W speakers, 18 W subwoofer, all three belong to class D), fast charging, battery charge indicator with 10 scales and the ability to charge in the off state, Bluetooth 5.0, genuine leather handle, an additional rear speaker for 360⁰ sound, moisture protection and a front metal mesh.

In terms of sound, the novelty has become much louder than its predecessor. She copes with the tasks set perfectly, allowing you to fully enjoy the tracks, whether it be rock classics from Shocking Blue or psychedelic compositions from Jess and the Ancient Ones. A nice bonus for connoisseurs is the stylization of acoustics under the cult guitar combo amplifiers "Marshall".

A brand that makes the hearts of music lovers tremble. True, this Klipsch, frankly, is not about the usual portability - 4.7 kg, for a minute. Of course, you can vilify, but only from outlet to outlet - alas, you won’t be able to enjoy music without it. There is a more compact version with a battery (Klipsch Heritage Groove), but it is inferior to our leader, so it was left behind the scenes. Klipsh is not chasing newfangled Wi-Fi, voice assistants, water resistance - apart from Bluetooth support, there are no innovations. Here the emphasis, as always, is only on the sound.

A woofer, two full-range speakers and a pair of side passive low-frequency radiators are responsible for the sound. All this splendor is hidden in the MDF case, finished with veneer and protective fabric. The power of the amplifiers is 120 W, which, by the way, is twice as much as the previous generation. There is nothing to say about the sound except that it is magnificent at any volume.Well, and most importantly, in addition to Bluetooth, USB-B and AUX, there is a combined RCA that can be used as a phono input (MM). It is difficult to find a competitor to such a column.