Whether you’re enjoying a back garden BBQ, a picnic in the park or holidays at the beach, a wireless Bluetooth speaker is a way of bringing your music with you.
The portable speaker space is dominated by big name brands, from Sony to JBL, all of whom claim to bring you top quality sound on-the-go. While there is, of course, room to spend some serious money on a portable speaker, our round up below offers five speakers that are big on quality but small on price.
We have done our research to bring you the best portable speakers for summer 2020. We have taken into account affordability, sound quality, battery life and size to bring you the best wireless speakers for under £50.
1. For an Amazon bestseller
Anker SoundCore Mini, £21.99
The Anker SoundCore Mini is the bestselling Bluetooth speaker on Amazon. With over 32,000 reviews and an average of 4.7 out of 5, it has impressed thousands of happy shoppers.
At under £22, the Anker SoundCore is a super affordable portable speaker. Scoring big points for its price point, it also scores highly for durability and sound. Fitting easily in the palm of your hand, it is effortlessly portable yet packs a real punch with a W audio driver and passive subwoofer to ensure you get crystal-clear sound and powerful bass.
The Anker SoundCore also scores highly on its battery life, offering up to 15 hours of continuous playtime from a single charge. The compact speaker has been fitted with advanced Bluetooth technology so that it seamlessly connects to any Bluetooth device and has a powerful 66ft transmission range.
Whether you are looking to boost the sound on your laptop or iPad, wanting a durable speaker to take to the park or accompany you on your travels, this is a smart buy for £21.99.
Buy now on Amazon
2. For outdoor adventures
JBL CLIP 3 Portable Bluetooth Wireless Speaker, £37.95 (was £49.99)
The JBL CLIP 3 Bluetooth Wireless Speaker ticks all the boxes you would expect a portable speaker to have with the addition that it is waterproof. A savvy feature, it is a great option if you are looking to bring it to the beach, pool party or if you don’t want a little rain ruining your party.
Extremely portable and with a hardy waterproof exterior it is one of the more robust wireless speakers out there for under £40. It also features a handy clip so you can attach it to your clothes, bag or backpack.
The JBL CLIP 3 has an impressive Amazon score of 4.7 with one review writing: ‘I love this little speaker. I think it is excellent. I work outdoors a lot so, I’ve had this speaker clipped to my waist loops (not heavy) or clipped on a small tree branch while I work, and I’m well impressed.
‘Great sound quality and volume for its humble size. Great battery life, quick charging, Bluetooth range is impressive.’
Buy now on Amazon
3. For serious sound quality
Tribit XSound Go, £29.99
Everywhere you look the Tribit XSound Go scores highly on nearly all accounts.
A serious contender for the best budget Bluetooth speaker thanks to its impressive sound, it offers state of the art bass radiators and dual 6W power drivers to deliver incredible sound without distortion, even at maximum volume.
Nice and slim you can take it wherever you go without it weighing you down, you can even use the tear resistant strap to attach it to your bike or your bag. Another huge bonus with this speaker is that it has a 24 hour battery life so you could let this pump out music all day and all night without stopping to charge. This would be a great option to bring on a weekend away.
The IPX7 rating means that you don’t have to worry about getting this one wet either so you can play it in the shower, the beach or by the pool.
Buy now on Amazon
4. For tunes by the beach
Sony Extra Bass SRS-XB12 Portable Bluetooth Speaker, £39.99
With IP67 protection, you can take the SRS-XB12 to any holiday destination. Whether you’re hanging by the beach, the forest, pool or dessert, this Sony speaker is absolutely dustproof and waterproof so you can take the party anywhere.
Super compact, light and easy to carry, the Sony SRS-XB12 is a perfect portable companion. The detachable strap is a nifty feature, allowing you to hang it from your bag or even tree. Wherever you place it it promises to deliver deep, punchy sound for up to 16 hours.
The wireless speaker also features Sony’s Extra Bass technology, meaning fans of dance music will love how it delivers on the bassline.
Buy now on Curry’s
5. For a stylish design
Lexon Mino Portable Mini Bluetooth Speaker, £30
No bigger than the size of a ping pong ball, the Lexon Mino Portable Mini Bluetooth Speaker is a seriously small yet mighty speaker.
A little pocket rocket, the teeny tiny size makes it an ideal audio companion, fitting in to the smallest of bags for on the go music. It has a wireless 3 watts speaker for impressive sound, as well as a built in battery that will stream music from your smart phone or tablet for up to three hours.
With its wireless Bluetooth connection, Mino can be used to make hands-free calls and even has a remote selfie trigger- simply click the button on the bottom of the speaker to use the Mino as a remote for taking selfies.
Buy now on John Lewis & Partners
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