Portable Bluetooth speakers are part of our everyday life nowadays. And there is a sea of Bluetooth portable speakers available on the market. However, not all of them have the best quality or affordable price point. Today we are going to introduce you with top 10 most affordable bluetooth speakers in terms of build quality, sound quality, waterproofing and also comes at an affordable price range compared to the features they pack in.
1. LG PK3
Specifications:
- Simple pairing Bluetooth connectivity.
- Meridian audio technology.
- Fully water & dustproof.
- Up to 12 hours playback.
- Big sound with powerful enhanced bass.
- Weight: 1.7 pounds.
LG PK3 is a new portable and affordable Bluetooth speaker from LG with Meridian technology. This lightweight device has a rugged build and IPX7 waterproof rating yet comes at an affordable price. You can take the speaker anywhere with you without having to worry. LG PK3 is a Bluetooth wireless device with AptX support, so, you get high-quality audio from your smartphone or favorite streaming service. You can also connect up to two phones simultaneously and can alternate with your friend while choosing songs.
The speaker has a bass enhancer button and dual passive radiators that provides an outstanding bass in a limited space bringing more energy. The LG XBOOM PK3 delivers a well-balanced sound as well as a powerful undistorted bass. The speaker is capable of giving up to 12 hours of uninterrupted playback and charges full in only three and a half hours using its USB-C charging cable.
With this speaker, you don’t have to take out your phone every time as it has a button that enables your phone’s voice assistant and voice command is compatible with both Android and iOS. You can also take your call while playing music in this speaker with its built-in microphone, and enjoy hands-free calling.
2. JBL Clip 2
Specifications:
- Bluetooth Wireless.
- IPX7 Waterproof Rating.
- Integrated 3.5mm Audio Cable.
- Mic for Speakerphone Calls.
- Connects with Additional Clip 2 Speaker.
- Weight: 0.41 pounds.
The JBL Clip 2 is an ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker that packs strong treble and bass into a tiny design. Clip 2 offers amazing audio quality and delivers impressive treble, midrange, and bass for a small speaker. It wirelessly streams high-quality sound from your smartphone or tablet with a built-in rechargeable li-ion battery that is capable of giving up to 8 hours of playtime.
With the IPX7 waterproof rating, clip 2 can even be submerged into water up to 3 feet for about 30 minutes. Like the first JBL Clip, clip 2 also has a built-in carabiner and allows you to hook it onto anything you see fit and take it on all your adventures.
The JBL Clip 2 is made of durable fabric material and has rugged rubber housing, which allows your speaker to outlast all of your adventures.
3. Tribit MaxSound Plus
Specifications:
- Multi-directional sound.
- Up to 20 hours of playtime.
- Made of premium quality material.
- Durable rugged build.
- IPX7 waterproof rating.
- Weight: 1.3 pounds.
The Tribit MaxSound Plus is a Bluetooth speaker that packs a punch well above its weight and incorporates dual drivers and dual passive bass radiators for high-fidelity sound.
Tuned by Tribit’s excellent audio engineers, each speaker has been painstakingly crafted to achieve unmatched musical performance.
The MaxSound delivers a 24W of clarity, power, and fidelity with a pair of 12W drivers, which enhances music across the spectrum and giving life to every track. Tribit MaxSound is made of premium quality material and has durable rugged build, and IPX7 waterproof rating, giving you resistance to water, dust, sand, and the element. A single charge of the MaxSound Plus gives you up to 20 hours of playtime.
4. Anker SoundCore 2
Specifications:
- Produce 12 W of huge stereo sound.
- Exclusive BassUp technology.
- IPX7 waterproof protection.
- 5,200mAh Li-ion battery.
- Up to 24 hours of non-stop music.
- Weight: 0.78 pounds.
Anker SoundCore 2 is the successor of the first Anker SoundCore, which was dubbed by many as the best portable Bluetooth value by delivering good sound at a good value.
The SoundCore 2 has 12W of pure audio power with enhanced bass Thunders from dual neodymium drivers and with advanced digital signal processor ensures pounding bass, without any distortion at any volume.
Its exclusive bass up technology and a patented spiral bass port boost low-end frequencies to make the Beats hit even harder. The speaker has protection safeguards against rain, dust, snow, and spills with its IPX5 rating, so you can take it anywhere with you and play non-stop music for up to 24 hours.
5. Tronsmart Element T6
Specifications:
- With dual audio drivers.
- Deliver 40W power.
- Has 3 built-in effects.
- 6600 mAh of battery power.
- Play nonstop music for 15 hours.
- IPX6 rated water-resistant.
- Weight: 1.19 pounds.
Introducing Tronsmart Element T6 Plus SoundPulse, a portable Bluetooth speaker with dual audio drivers. It has 2 speakers that deliver 40W power, making the bass deeper and voices clearer. Its 40W output allows the device to deliver extra bass and it has 3 built-in effects that suit any music genre. The speaker has an intuitive multifunctional rotating control wheel to control the volume and play-pause music. It also supports hands-free calling and can activate your phone’s voice assistant.
The speaker has Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity option that offers increased range and seamless connectivity. The Element T6 plus can also be paired with another Element T6 Plus speaker to enjoy the true wireless stereo experience. This speaker has a total of 6600 mAh of battery power and can play nonstop music for 15 hours at medium volume. The speaker also has a USB charging port to charge your device so that your device is never out of juice. Tronsmart Element T6 Plus is an IPX6 rated water-resistant speaker that can withstand splashes and rain.
6. BlitzWolf® BW-AS1
Specifications:
- Sleek modern design.
- Made of the anodized aluminum oxide shell
- With the built-in noise isolating mic.
- Lightweight and scratch-resistant.
- With a 5200mAh battery.
- Up to 10 hours of playtime.
BlitzWolf BW-AS1 is a portable Bluetooth speaker from BlitzWolf that has a sleek modern design and made of anodized aluminum oxide shell making it strong, lightweight and scratch-resistant. With two 10-watt dual drivers, the speaker offers crisp, crystal-clear high-fidelity stereo sound and robust bass flow.
With Bluetooth 4.0 the speaker seamlessly connects to your phone and offers clear communication with your family and friends with the built-in noise isolating mic.
The speaker has a 5200mAh battery enabling you to enjoy up to 10 hours of playtime at 70% volume and takes only 3.5 hours to get fully charged. The BlitzWolf BW-AS1 is a portable and powerful Bluetooth speaker that took almost 2 years to become a reality and went through a successful crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter.
7. Sony SRS-XB21
Specifications:
- Has 42 mm, dual speaker.
- With flashing lights that sync.
- Connecting to up to 100 devices.
- Waterproof and dustproof IP67 design.
- Up to 12 hours of battery life.
- Weight: 1.32 pounds.
The new Sony SRS-XB21 is a portable Bluetooth party speaker with extra bass that will put your party grooves on instantly. This speaker has 42 mm dual speaker units that offer incredibly powerful bass and its mica reinforced speaker cone contributes to the three-dimensional sound.
It has flashing lights that sync to the beat of your favorite music and supports connecting to up to 100 devices via Bluetooth and NFC technology to create a party chain. Sony SRS-XB21 is IP67 certified water, dust and rustproof, and made of premium quality materials.
The speaker is capable of giving 10 to 12 hours of runtime depending on usage.
8. Ultimate Ears BOOM 3
Specifications:
- IP67 waterproof and dust-proof rating.
- Immersive 360-degree sound.
- With Ultimate Ears unique audio processing.
- Stays powered and pumping tunes for up to 15 hours.
- Weight: 1.8 pounds.
The Boom 3 is the latest in Ultimate Ears’ line of bestselling portable speakers, which comes with an incredible IP67 waterproof and dust-proof rating, and can be submerged underwater for up to 30 minutes. Designed to keep up with life’s thrills and spills, BOOM 3 delivers loud and carefully balanced immersive 360-degree sound with deep and accurate bass.
BOOM 3 packs a sonic punch with Ultimate Ears unique audio processing, that produces clear and balanced audio faithful to the music you love, and at every volume level. The BOOM 3 supports wireless charging and the rechargeable battery stays powered and pumping tunes for up to 15 hours. The BOOM 3 is covered in a shimmering two-tone fabric that’s tough, beautiful, and engineered for extreme conditions. Use the Ultimate Ears app to pair over 150 BOOM and MEGABOOM speakers together for the ultimate sound experience.
9. Altec Lansing Mini LifeJacket-3
Specifications:
- Rated AC Output: 900W (7.5A)
- Max AC Output: 1000W (8.3A)
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 3.70 liters
- Run Time at 25% Load: 10+ Hours
- Weight: 16.53kg
The Altec Lansing Mini Life Jacket 3 is a rugged, waterproof, shockproof Bluetooth speaker that has IP67 rating and can easily be stowed in a carry-on to take it anywhere with you. Altec Lansing employs digital signal processing in Mini Life Jacket 3 which offers a crystal-clear sound at full volume. Despite the fact that this is fairly a small speaker, yet it delivers powerful bass and beats.
Mini Life Jacket 3 offers up to 16 hours of runtime, making this speaker perfect for your next poolside vacation. This is a true universal wireless stereo with an onboard mic for speakerphone capability, for you to enjoy hands-free calling. The speaker will pair with your smartphone, iPhone or any Bluetooth enabled devices easily and covers a range of up to 100 feet.
10. Bose Soundlink Micro
Specifications:
- Waterproof speaker with Ipx7 rating
- It has a soft, rugged exterior.
- Resists dents, cracks, and scratches.
- Runs for up to 6 hours.
- Wireless range up to 30 feet.
- Weight: 0.63 pounds.
The Bose SoundLink Micro is a pocket-sized Bluetooth speaker that is able to produce richer and louder sounds than competing micro wireless speakers. The speaker is a waterproof speaker from the Inside out with Ipx7 rating and has a soft, rugged exterior that resists dents, cracks, and scratches. Bose Soundlink is easily portable with a Tear-resistant strap to take it with you wherever you go.
This Tiny Speaker runs for up to 6 hours from a rechargeable battery and wireless Bluetooth pairing with Wireless range up to 30 feet. There is also a built-in mic for taking calls out loud and access to your phone’s voice assistant, Siri or Google Assistant, directly through the speaker.
