14 Best Bluetooth Speakers Our Testers Jammed With in 2025

Compromise is not nice in your ideas nevertheless it’s important for transportable Bluetooth audio system. JBL’s Flip strikes the proper compromise between mobility and sound high quality, providing clear element with loads of punch in a sturdy, droppable, and totally transportable bundle. The Flip 7 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) supplies new goodies like elevated water resistance, an easy-release strap, and a two-hour battery increase (or 4 with decreased bass).

The newest Flip additionally helps Auracast to sync with different new JBL fashions just like the Clip 5 and Charge 6. Auracast could present future connectivity advantages, nevertheless it leaves the most recent audio system unable to attach with older ones, so if you have already got a household of older JBLs it might make extra sense to go together with the JBL Flip 6. Otherwise, the Flip 7 is a killer speaker that fortunately tags alongside on nearly any journey you may deal with. —Ryan Waniata

★ 360 Alternative: If you’re after a speaker with a wider and extra expansive soundstage, the Ultimate Ears Boom 4 (8/10, Wired Recommends) is a good various. Its 360-degree soundstage provides nice efficiency from any angle, and although it doesn’t have the identical bass thump because the Flip 7, its clear and balanced sound supplies easy definition throughout your catalog.