20 best portable speakers

The Hiper Retro portable speaker in S format will appeal to those who are tired of the bright JBL gadgets and don’t really covet the classic Bang & Olufsen. Made in the image and likeness of an old radio, it is obviously designed for the older generation, but judging by the reviews, it also caught the hearts of young people. S-ka is the youngest in the "Retro" line, has the smallest dimensions of 143x92x61 mm and only one 5W speaker. It gives a loud sound and gravitates closer to the midrange, reproduces the treble weakly, and the bass cannot be called good.

In the segment of cheap gadgets, Bluetooth version 5 is a rarity, and its support in the Hiper Retro S is a big plus.The technology allows you to connect two speakers or a speaker and a smartphone into one pair. The probability of an error is quite low, and the range of influence also increases. Another difference of the model is the ability to work as a radio receiver. According to users, there are no complaints about the strength of picking up signals - it catches all regional and federal radio stations.

Leather trim, metal case, proprietary voice quality - the appearance of the column and the filling is fully consistent with its name. This is a true bourgeois in the audio world, which is adjacent to cheaper devices for the simple reason that the model is already 6 years old and more and more sellers offer it at good discounts. The form factor of the column is similar to a smartphone, in any of the 5 colors it looks very businesslike.

Inside the thin but plump body is a 1-way 8W speaker. The reproducible frequency range from 130 Hz to 20 kHz is not enough for connoisseurs of bass. But the device helps in organizing business conferences and group calls, charges the phone (battery 2200 mAh) and provides relaxation to quiet songs. The Esquire Mini 2 is indispensable for business trips, and it comes with a nice carrying case for safe transportation. The only thing is that it is better not to watch streaming video with it - for wireless communication, the model does not use the latest Bluetooth 4.2 protocol, and the audio track lags behind the image.

In 2020, JBL once again pleased fans with the 3rd version of the super popular Go model. It immediately catches the eye that the corners of the case are now rounded, and the design has become more youthful and ergonomic. There are new cool colors, now there are already 11 of them, and each one is better than the other. Functional inserts for vertical and horizontal installation of the gadget appeared on the bottom and back of the case, covered with acoustic textiles. If you put it on the table, the sound becomes noticeably more voluminous - the effect of vibroacoustics is triggered.

In the new column, the ancient bluetooth 4.1 was replaced with 5.1, and Micro-USB with USB Type-C, but the mini-jack connector was removed. Significantly - from 3 to 4.1 W - the power has increased. Users have wondered before how a small and cheap speaker can produce such a bass sound, and now there are even more such questions. The vociferous baby has a lot of non-standard usage scenarios - from listening to audio fairy tales by children to the speakerphone output from the phone at home, in the office or on a trip. In general, well done JBL, keep it up.

The Sony SRS-XB12 is the successor to the younger XB10 model and inherits many of its features, in particular, the Japanese-style laconic design. However, the body material is now different (soft-touch) and no longer collects dirt - the user will only occasionally have to wipe fingerprints. Compared to its predecessor, the column has become lighter and more compact, thanks to a removable wrist strap with a push-button clasp, it can be fastened to a horizontal bar or to a backpack loop.

Another significant improvement is the increased dust and moisture protection up to IP67.This does not mean that you can swim with a column, but it is absolutely not afraid of accidental immersion in water or falling into a downpour. But the most attractive thing about it is the sound. The EXTRA BASS system reproduces the range of club music deeply and juicy - good bass and high frequencies, balanced mids. The volume is more than enough for a wild party, and no distortion at maximum. The only pity is that the novelty has lost the NFC chip - earlier, only Sony offered it in the segment of cheap mono speakers.

It would seem, what to expect from a cheap Chinese column? But Ginzzu GM-984G surprises its owners with good bass, autonomy up to 6 hours and high-quality assembly. The gadget can rightfully be called a musical multi-tool. Want to listen to music with dynamic lighting? Please. Tired of light music? Here is the M button to disable. Do you love radio? There is a built-in FM tuner. Do you value modern technology? Connect to your gadget wirelessly. Is there no such possibility? Play files from an SD card, flash drive or via jeck cable.

A waterproof case, TWS support for creating an acoustic stereo pair, a passive subwoofer - this device has huge multimedia resources. They charge with it at outdoor parties, take it on trips and outings into nature, buy it as a gift for children and adults. The thing is truly multifunctional, the only thing that does not know how to remember the adjusted volume and every time it starts very loudly.

The first radios under the brand name "Ural" were released back in 1947. For almost 75 years, the legendary company has been afloat and has been producing dozens of models of high-quality audio equipment - pop, car, portable. The latter is represented by a full-fledged TT line of 10 models: from the “combat baby” M-1 to the “gun” M-5. The golden mean is the presentable-looking M-3 with 2 emitters of 12.5 W each, a stable Bluetooth 5.0 wireless connection and a type-c connector with a cable included. Her sound is “tube”, warm and balanced, surpassing even the JBL Flip in volume.

And the column is not afraid of water - it is water, not moisture. According to the testimony of the owners, who were not afraid to experiment, it can easily withstand 15 minutes of direct exposure. And in general, the build quality constantly receives praise, they say, they did not expect this from a Russian-Chinese manufacturer. But there are also criticisms. In particular, they are dissatisfied with low-frequency distortion at volumes above 70%, power hopping, the lack of a USB port and non-switchable backlight.

S1000 is a great option for a home disco in the style of the 90s: loud, deep, and also with light music. The sound is far from audiophile, but for listening with pleasure to most musical genres, its capabilities are enough. Only complex orchestral compositions will not come in - they need great detail. It is simple and convenient to control the acoustics - the manufacturer did not be greedy on the buttons and made separate ones for volume and switching tracks. No fiddling with double and triple taps is required.

There are 7 backlight options. You can choose any one or run all in turn. True, it does not shine to the beat of the music, and it cannot be turned off completely either, but it is thanks to the play of light that the case in laconic black color becomes a very interesting decoration of the room. The speaker will not play on a full charge for long - only 4 hours, so you will have to charge it quite often.

An inexpensive and powerful device from the domestic brand SVEN has become a kind of reason for pride and faith in Russian production. The loudspeaker of the PS-420 model was made with a clear emphasis on ergonomic indicators, but unexpectedly for itself (and, perhaps, for the developers), it turned out to be almost perfect in the sound component.

Actually, two opposite speakers with a power of 6 W each are responsible for the sound here, which level out any extraneous noise in the range of up to 5 meters. Yes, they lack low frequencies a little, but in a competitive environment they simply have no equal.Users were also pleased with other SVEN PS-420 "features", such as the ability to adjust playback using an equalizer, intuitive controls, a clear display, and an ultra-convenient carrying handle. Objectively, this is one of the best offers on the domestic market, able to compete with recognized niche leaders.

Not for the first time, the well-known Chinese brand presents a portable speaker with a good ratio of size, power and price. Like the 1st generation, Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Speaker 2 allows you to enjoy music wirelessly with your smartphone, only this time you can adjust the volume even higher. Thanks to two speakers of 2.5 W each (previously there were 1.8 W each), it is enough to cover a 2-room apartment and there will still be a margin. Compared to the JBL model at the same price, Xiaomi wins 2 times in power.

The column can work at 80% for up to 5 hours in a row, until the indicator flashes red - this means that there is no more than 10% charge left. The model is a rectangular aluminum box the size of the 12th iPhone, only thicker. As for such a baby, the bass is good, the mids and highs are also not far behind. It is proposed to control the device with buttons or through a paired gadget. The speaker is not suitable for speakerphone - it provides normal audibility only if you speak point-blank into it. There is still not enough slot for a memory card and the function of recharging as from a power bank.

A column that is freestyle and suitable mainly for harsh camping and off-road battles, rather than for everyday walks or a complete set of “distributing” media equipment. Although the DreamWave Tremor was designed and developed in China, there are few obvious differences in quality from its Western competitors. Of course, he failed to reach the recognized market leaders in sound, but there is little negative in this. Two speakers of 25 W each do their job perfectly, "squeezing" maximum bass and very accurate high frequencies from a portable stereo speaker. It is noteworthy that the speaker can play in this mode for a good 18 hours, which is facilitated by the presence of a 20800 mAh battery.

Ultimately, DreamWave Tremor is a free alternative to techy Western competitors, with a high price tag, but with every right to exist (and high sales figures).

This speaker with a power of 100 watts is incredibly compact. Its dimensions are only 13 by 4.8 cm. The speaker looks as simple as possible, but at the same time stylish.The appearance was developed by Cecilia Manz, a well-known Danish designer.

Main characteristics:

• The peak power of the speakers can reach 140 watts.
• Pair two Bang & Olufsen Beoplay A1 devices for maximum surround sound.
• Touch keys do not stand out against the background of the case, and exclude accidental pressing.
• Incredible autonomy. The speakers can work up to 24 hours in music listening mode without the need for recharging.
• There is only one minus: These are the most expensive speakers in the ranking. Their price exceeds $300.

When you want big sound and small speakers can't handle it, JBL's big guns come to the rescue in the form of the Xtreme 3. It's the brand's largest and most powerful speaker yet, unlike the big Boombox, you can take it anywhere. And you will definitely want to take it - it has a very high-quality sound. Guitar, vocals or a symphony orchestra - whatever track you take, you get the feeling of being completely present next to the musicians. The only comment from users is that the gadget does not cope well with rap and hip-hop, but for them you can take a column cheaper.

An important indicator of the device is its battery life. Xtreme 3, judging by the tests, the 15 hours declared by the manufacturer works to the conscience, but only at medium volume. At the maximum, autonomy is halved. It is recommended to charge the gadget for 2.5 hours. A full charge is enough to use the column as a power bank, for this, an appropriate connector is provided.

The Harman/Kardon Go device appeared on the market of musical equipment several years ago. The Play Mini version is the long-awaited update to the legendary portable player. Despite the high power (2 speakers of 25 watts each), the speaker works up to 8 hours in playback mode without recharging. Note that a capacious battery and a powerful sound did not affect the portability of the device in the best way. The weight of the column is 3.4 kg. Therefore, it is not known where Go + Play Mini is more appropriate - on vacation or at home.

Device Specifications:

• 2 Ridge tweeters (20 mm) + 2 Atlas woofers (90 mm).
• Frequency range - 50-20,000 Hz.
• 2 microphones for better sound transmission.
• Proprietary HARMAN TrueStream technology to improve sound and adjust Bluetooth streaming.

A small but weighty novelty from China, rapidly gaining popularity among domestic consumers.Like most devices from the Middle Kingdom, Ginzzu GM-886B is designed to play music from as many media as possible (with MicroSD, via USB or Bluetooth connection) in order to remain competitive in several market segments at once. According to users, it copes very well with playing tracks, which is achieved thanks to the built-in 12 W subwoofer and two tweeters with a power of 3 W each.

Of the special "chips" of the Ginzzu GM-886B, it is worth noting the presence of an RGB surface on the case to create the effect of light music (which gives it brightness and originality). In general, the model looks good even against the background of obvious leaders, and with the exception of a number of ergonomic and managerial nuances, it has no obvious flaws.

iRoar Go wireless speakers appeared in 2016, and it was already the fifth generation of Bluetooth acoustics from Creative. The model is the first representative of the line, focused on outdoor use, however, without serious moisture protection: the IPX6 standard does not provide for immersion in water or getting into the sand. Fans of retro design like the appearance of the device - it vividly resembles the 70s and cassette recorders of those times. The quality of materials and workmanship is excellent. To perform direct "duties", the column can be used in several scenarios: via bluetooth, an NFC module, a 3.5 mm audio input, a microSD card (up to 32 GB) or a USB drive (up to 128 GB). The list of supported recording formats includes the most popular MP3 and WMA, as well as FLAC.

As for the most important thing - sound quality, it fully corresponds to the first impression of the design and tactile sensations. Loud, rich and balanced, the sound gives a super positive feeling. The bass is good, and users in the reviews note that they are felt not by the body, as with large subwoofers, but by the ears. But the distance between the active speakers is too small to provide a stereo effect at a small distance, and there is no way to install two iRoar Go speakers in a stereo system. Nevertheless, the device is praised and loved in the market, and today it is considered an interesting proposal in terms of acoustics and source selection.

Usually, owners of 2.1 audio systems find it difficult to carry them with them due to their impressive size. When going to nature or to the country, they have to be content with the much more mediocre sound of portable speakers with the usual configuration of two full-range speakers. But with the advent of the PS-330 model in the Sven assortment, the need to compromise disappeared: the developers managed to fit the whole orchestra into a device weighing 1.3 kg (with battery) and 283x130x122 mm in size. Two active radiators 2x7 W together with two passive ones and a subwoofer with "honest" 16 W give excellent sound quality and volume. The basses, as is often the case in cheap devices, do not sag at maximum volume, the tops also remain saturated, so that you can listen to your favorite musical compositions with true pleasure even in the noisiest company.

Among the advantages of the device should be noted good ergonomics and thoughtful interface. The manufacturer took care of the backlighting of the control keys, a sufficient number of connectors (USB, microUSB, memory card slot, AUX), LED indication of the battery status. For the stability of the column on any horizontal surface, he added a rubberized ledge - a trifle, but nice. But what is missing is the equalizer buttons, moisture protection and at least some attachments for the carrying strap. But for such a price tag and with such a sound, users are ready to forgive such trifles and recommend the device for purchase.

Unlike many other models, A6 is equipped with three active speakers at once, and even what: two 8 W each and one 18-watt subwoofer with a diameter of 65 mm. The total output power of the unit is 34 watts. In addition, passive radiators are located on its sides, which further emphasize the depth of the bass. Together, they provide that signature sound that impresses all listeners without exception. The manufacturer also provided the possibility of pairing two of the same speakers into a single stereo pair using TWS technology, after which the sound becomes comprehensive, filled in the entire musical range, almost flawless.

Of course, such a column device could not but affect its dimensions. It weighs over 2kg and is about the size of a decent mp3 player.This is good - with such acoustic abilities, the device will definitely not bounce on the surface when the volume is turned up, and it can be made portable using a convenient carrying strap that is included in the kit. By the way, the device copes with the function of an mp3 player very well due to USB and SD connectors with support for memory cards up to 32 GB. Judging by the reviews, during operation it shows itself positively, it is not afraid of falls, water and dust, there are no complaints about the sound quality - the bass is good, the treble and midrange are also good. The only minus is that because of the cylindrical shape, the column continually strives to fall forward on an uneven surface.

At first glance, it seems that we have a device from the 50s of the last century - soft colors, adjustment knobs instead of futuristic keys, and a retro-style toggle switch. Nevertheless, connoisseurs of audio technology will see here the signature style of Marshall, one of the leading manufacturers of professional audio equipment. All products of the company have a unique style, and Stanmore is no exception.

The characteristics of the system are impressive. There is an RCA, AUX, Bluetooth, optical input, analog connection via a "tulip" connector. Two 20 watt speakers + 40 watt subwoofer along with a wide range of treble/bass settings are ideal for professional musicians, but quite difficult to control for amateurs.There is an important disadvantage: although the column supports wireless connection to a smartphone, it itself is powered by the mains and there is no built-in battery on board.

Back in 1947, Paul Klipsch, an enthusiastic music lover and acoustic engineer, set up a modest workshop for hand-assembling loudspeakers, and now his company has grown into the most influential player in the professional audio market. The Three is just one of many products under the Klipsch name that have impressed spoiled contemporaries with power and intelligibility, unprecedented frequency width and richness of the sound stage. She can play music of any genre - from hip hop and pop style to rock and classics.

To call the device portable does not turn the tongue - firstly, its image does not allow, and secondly, it does not have a battery and even an elementary carrying handle. But does anyone really want to take this handsome man into the street in a natural wood case and noble brass regulators? No, this is still a device exclusively for home use. And here, thanks to the full range of modern functions, a rich set of communication tools and original sound, it manifests itself in all its glory.

The Danes greatly appreciate the ability to enjoy the little things and do not accept luxury for the sake of luxury. Their life philosophy is embodied in a small but very versatile gadget - BeoSound 2. The original conical shape is not for beauty.With its help, the unique Acoustic Lens technology is implemented, the essence of which is 360 ° directionality of sound and maximum adaptation of sound for several listeners. As a result, the sound panorama fills the room up to 60 square meters. m. regardless of where the column is installed.

Acoustic characteristics There are 2 mid-range radiators of 11 W each in the grille. 2 more woofers are located at the bottom in an inverted position - so as to use the case as a passive membrane. The manufacturer has provided many options for connecting BeoSound 2 to streaming services, the most convenient of which are Bluetooth and a cable, which, despite its archaism, provides an ideal connection between video and audio tracks.