
Best value:
Tribit XSound Go
Staff Pick
Here’s a perfectly good speaker that is a great budget buy! It’s not quite as loud as some other speakers on this list, but at this value, it’s an excellent listening device for the average household. It’s also water-resistant and has an outstanding Bluetooth range. You won’t find anything better at this price.

It floats!:
Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 2
Ultimate Ears makes some of the best speakers in the business, and this little Wonderboom is their most popular product. It’s small and lightweight but can produce loud 360-degree sound. Even better, it’s waterproof and it floats! That means you can take it on any of your outdoor adventures without worrying about water damage, even if it’s submerged.

All-around sound:
JBL Xtreme 2
The JBL Xtreme is an excellent all-around speaker that will fit easily into most households and lifestyles. It’s a bit bigger than some other models, but it does contain dual passive radiators for high-quality sound in every direction. This model also comes with a convenient carry strap.