The Very Best Bluetooth Speakers of 2022 (by Category)

[@MikeOBrienMedia]

*WHICH IS YOUR FAVORITE SPEAKER?* Bose Soundlink Flex 👉 mikeobrienmedia.com/BoseSoundlinkFlex Sony XG300 ($150 off) 👉 mikeobrienmedia.com/SonyXG300 Bose Portable Speaker 👉 mikeobrienmedia.com/BoseSmartSpeaker JBL Xtreme3 👉 mikeobrienmedia.com/JBLXtreme3 Tribit Stormbox Micro 👉 mikeobrienmedia.com/TribitSpeaker Anker Soundcore Rave Party 2 👉 mikeobrienmedia.com/RaveParty2 Anker Soundcore Motionboom Plus 👉 mikeobrienmedia.com/MotionBoomPlus (all or some of these links may support the channel at no cost to you if you use them to make your purchase)

[@patricklyons7683]

You've a talent Micheal in thoughtfulness, l was about to click till end of video. As most presenters or reviewers do a 5-1 style lark. Keep well & see the bigger picture =GunZenBomZ=

[@jerzrich8725]

Charge 5 is great , and now down at a decent price. The Sony xg300 is also down to 199$ I actually like it. I got one of the those little guys To go with it “xE200” & xe300 , can pair it with XG500 even the xp500 as they’re all X series. One huge speaker system

[@sachinpanwar7016]

I am looking for a good speaker....and I'm confused with sony xg300 and jbl extreme 3. I really want sony but it sounds kind of muffled. Which one should i buy? What's your choice?

[@tanialezama5648]

It’s xtreme

[@DavidRodriguez-xw7zy]

I bought a JBL charge 5 a few months ago to use mainly as a sound bar for my smart tv. I almost got the JBL extreme 3 that was on display right next to it but the charge 5 was a much better deal and it's easier to carry around.

[@jordantheawesomeone5152]

You know I don't blame you I got a charge 5 and Xtreme 3 as well you you did the right thing I hate to admit this but the charge 5 way cheaper sounds just as loud as extreme 3 I got to be honest how much the extreme 3 was it could be louder and I'm a little disappointed it could just be louder for 400 bucks my charge 5 sounds louder maybe I'm wrong I'm just saying

[@ronnieespiritu747]

Does it also have a strap?

[@notinterestedx]

@@ronnieespiritu747 no, its much smaller than the Xtreme so the strap would be pretty pointless...

[@sahiltumber8381]

@@jordantheawesomeone5152I was disappointed with my extreme 3 at first but I messed with Eq on Spotify and you can make that speaker much much louder.

[@android584]

Thankyou for the PSA, these speakers threaten to be a scourge in the hands of people who aren't considerate of others.

[@seabasssss]

So you're telling me that if im playing, running up that hill by kate Bush as you are running up a hill looking at the sunset, you wouldn't thank me?

[@android584]

@@seabasssss only if that happened to be exactly what I wanted to hear at that exact moment. And I'm only barely familiar with Kate Bush's discography.

[@loganmacias5792]

​@@android584 I'm buying the loudest one to blast on the last day of school

[@truthseek3017]

Be quiet granny.

[@adamsytsma1681]

If you like little speakers, you have got to try the Sound matter FoxL V2.2 Platinum. This thing has incredible detail & has a little bass to it. If you buy the subwoofer, it adds an additional depth to the octaves. This is my goto speaker & I have about 12. Soundcore to Diamondboxx. The FoxL Platinum will amaze you. It's best for a bathroom or your work desk. Kitchen or bedroom. It's not gonna rock the party, but the sound it produces is better than most speakers you'll come across.

[@Winterstick549]

What's your favorite to rock the living room, or two car garage? Zeppelin to the Bee Gees to Hank Williams.

[@AshishDesai444]

I have the BOSE SoundLink and it is great for my scenario like in home and in the front yard also does not distort at full volume.

[@IAnujgupta]

I have bose sound link flex and it's a beast for it's size with crystal clear sound

[@mukharroy1775]

Hows the deep bass"?

[@IAnujgupta]

@@mukharroy1775 its bassy. You will like the bass

[@angelaeasthom6549]

does it thump your asscheeks??

[@mukharroy1775]

@@angelaeasthom6549 yes

[@IAnujgupta]

@@angelaeasthom6549 yes

[@nicholashennessy6740]

Have had the Soundlink Flex for a while, that thing is a rockstar despite its size.

[@chrisharris6503]

Bose speakers are so good yet so small it’s insane

[@adhatommy9174]

soudnlink flex vs SL mini 2 se which better?

[@caroconga]

How is the bass? Is it overpowering?

[@joelf5565]

@caroconga I don’t find the bass overpowering at all. That nonsense is coming from the KZbinr Oluv so he can sell that Uboom L speaker (which I didn’t like) which he has some sort of partnership with. It does have a low bass (like quality home systems with 10” powered subs have), but low bass doesn’t overpower other instruments like that mid punchy bass.

[@m1kavb]

I had a few bluetooth speakers, but the wired ones are also so good. Excited

[@vanessahow]

Is wired or bluetooth more worth it at home? I'd prefer a single bluetooth to move around from gym to backyard to kitchen and even the bedroom.

[@zachsheffield1325]

Hopefully you don’t disturb the other gym goers at a commercial gym.

[@kurosawaTaiki]

Can u compare party 2 and tribit stormbox blast

[@cutiebunnyamber3447]

ml pa

[@franclinstechrepair3791]

I've used so many speakers and I love the Sony speakers, Jbl is good but the worst is the Xtreme 3, its just doesn't have that bass, I can't even use it outside, it gets faulty easily, found out that they used cheap parts in it, despite the high price

[@milhouse14]

What portable speaker can produce better sound quality than Flex?

[@williamsmith9194]

I like your taste in Bluetooth speakers. I own 3 of your reviews that sound extremely good to me. I especially like the way the bose portable home smart speaker will come on and connect just by connecting it by its power cord.That is so useful and seemingly magic.

[@vanessahow]

Can you please give me more details about the 3 that you have?? I'm looking for a home speaker that i can use in the gym, for backyard parties, and just to listen to music while in the kitchen, or even in the bedroom. I LOVE chill music with bass.

[@cutiebunnyamber3447]

​@@vanessahow Bose portable smart/home speaker

[@killerdude35]

Can you pair two of any of these for L and R channels?

[@PACKERMAN2077]

I'm looking for one I can set in my car in the trunk to simulate an actual installed subwoofer setup but I can take it out the trunk for the party.... with a heavy low end

[@garymelnyk7910]

I tried a lot of the ones you suggest! Then I did more in-depth research. So glad I did for I found out about and bought a Teufel Boomster. I delight in it every time I switch it on. There’s no comparison. Just read the reviews. (I had the same problem years ago when checking reviews. I bought a speaker no one reviewed: an ADX Dynamix. Still works brilliantly. Beautifully balanced).

[@AntiFanatik]

Im confused what to pick Harman Kardon 8 vs JBL extreme 3 Im a basshead & loves the detail every song makes

[@winstonsmiths2449]

I like your evals on these speakers. I agree on the Bose Flex. I am currently comparing the flex (BF) with the Anker Soundcore Boost, 20w (ASB). Believe it or not, the ASB is making it hard for me to decide on it and the BF. The BF is better on overall sound, but I find that using the Atmos sound feature on my phone, makes the ASB sound damn close to the BF. I am leaning toward the BF, but reviews stating how flaky the connectivity app is has me hesitating. I like to pair two speakers for stereo sound filling the room. After listening to the ASB is sounds great and beats the BF...until I switch back to the BF and it sounds richer over all ranges. For sure the BF is batter sounding, but for the price the ASB cannot be beat. I paid $49!

[@joelf5565]

The Bose app isn’t good at all, but fortunately you don’t need to use the app for pairing. You just press button sequence on the one speaker, then on the other, wait 10 seconds or less and done. Maybe 15 seconds in total tops. I only used the app to rename each speaker.

[@echemichael8217]

I was hoping you will rate the soundcore motion boom plus because I have been using the soundcore motion boom for two years now and the battery is still holding up very well and I am thinking of upgrading to the motion boom plus. Hope you will do a review on that.

[@cabooses21]

what sony speaker is that at 7:03 and is it any good? i like the aesthetic of it

[@DJSwagger_]

I love ur growth as a channel dude, keep up the hustle🔥🔥

[@ItsMaxTime]

Maybe?! you should include a sound test next time you’re comparing device. Gives us the viewers a taste of what it could actually sound like. Especially for those looking to buy one of the speakers above. 🙏🏼

[@GiaLoSai420]

Right video at the perfect time 👌💥

[@jesuschacara8394]

What do you think about the Sonia portable speaker?

[@dmsworldwide2601]

Which one is the best for clearer mids (voice) in a song?

[@joelf5565]

The Bose Flex is amazing with vocals.

[@rich213sal]

No DB test, what kind of video is this

[@MrAhLut]

What kind of comment is this

[@rich213sal]

@@MrAhLut 🤣🤣

[@FazedSoul]

What is db test? Do you mean decibel test?

[@rich213sal]

@@FazedSoul yea

[@jitshomie4652]

No bitches, what kinda comment is this☝️🤓

[@amberbiscette9632]

I need to get a bluetooth speaker for my class. Which one would you recommend?

[@davidchang6288]

I would like to listen classical music in my bed room . Sound quality is the most important , which BT speaker do you recommend ? Do I need to use two speakers at the same time to achieve the best stereo music ? Thanks

[@abbaoyaje]

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[@DSP720]

I have both the Bose SoundLink Flex and SoundLink Micro. Happy with both, just wish the Micro used USB C to charge.

[@matsetizar65]

You could at least mention if a speaker is mono or stereo on its own.

[@mishaguitar]

Great review, thank you! Only thing is that there are a number of uses for these that wouldn’t work with Bluetooth (such as musical instruments, non Bluetooth stereos, etc.,) so would be nice to know which speakers have audio input, such as an 1/8” inch or usb

[@coopersass]

Great video! but can you say prices to help determine which speaker to get. Thanks!

[@imranalvi5189]

What are the prices?

[@joannabosededixon3734]

Thank you. I have a Thump Go in Dubai that I use at home and also when I sometimes teach exercise to music outside. I am looking to buy a speaker in England for the house and for teaching. Which speaker would you recommend out of all the ones featured in your video?

[@rage_entertainment2565]

I need recommendations on speakers for bassheads

[@soraninja]

The Ultimate Ears range are all amazing! I love my BOOM3 so small but crystal clear nd powerful =)

[@tnshu]

Just Bought the HBL Charge 5, is that a good speaker in it's price range? considered others, but most were too expensive (for me) or too big

[@lukabosnjak3829]

Earfun Uboom L for the price and sound quality in that size, two are 120$ and one sounds wayy more refind than charge.

[@12chachachannel]

Have you tried Hama Cube speaker?

[@mikehancock6280]

How does the Soundcore P2 compare to the motion boom plus?

[@abbaoyaje]

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[@MarshmallowEclipse]

I can't understand the hype for the Bose Flex, you can tell it's got paper cones, it's got one mono driver and that's it. I mean it sounds fine, and it's loud, but that's about it. No isolation, no stereo, enough distortion that it's bothersome.

[@cutiebunnyamber3447]

what differs from it from a stereo speakers

[@rubric_ra]

Wait what? Paper cone? You can't be serious.

[@RDJ9887]

Bang & olufseng beosound a1 2nd gen?

[@BecauseLoveSoLove]

How about the Harman Kardon Studio Aura 3? I don't really bring speaker to anywhere but why not if its portable. So i was wondering how does the portable speakers compare to the HK Studio Aura 3?

[@juan6223]

Best bluetooth speaker for a loud workplace and can last 10 hrs with max volume?

[@billdepalma161]

That motion boom plus is my favorite more than loud enough the Sony XG 300 is nice too and the Bose flex but I use the motion boom plus at the indoor pool for classes it’s awesome. Nice video

[@aaronaustrie]

Jbl for me. I have the Flip 5 from last year and it sounds good

[@abbaoyaje]

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[@Grommet2007]

I purchased the Micro 2 (the replacement for the Stormbox Micro) last year. It's very similar in size, but the output and run time are increased. It's a great little speaker. Yes, I do take it hiking, but turn it up only when I'm on my own, LOL. It's "warm" sound is actually a great fit for this type of use. I was considering purchasing the Extreme 3 as well, but after perusing many reviews (KZbin and otherwise), I decided to go with the Mifa Wildbox instead. The Wildbox is a lot cheaper, but uses the same driver layout (two woofers, two tweeters) and can produce excellent sound, particularly with a slight bit of EQ to pull down the highs a little bit. Both the Micro 2 and the Wildbox are IP67 rated too. BTW, my first BT speaker was a Soundblaster Roar2. It's amazing how far BT speakers have come since that was released. And yes, it still works 🙂

[@bogingtv01]

Stormbox Pro is good too i have tribit micro and i will upgrade to stormbox pro it has 360 sound music

[@Dagoof2k7]

Was the Devialet Mania available when you were testing?

[@abbaoyaje]

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[@santi8751]

Hey brian can you start reviewing soundbars!? Like best All In One's, best 2.1, best 5.1.

[@NWGarage]

Great well thought out video

[@ccontrastt1276]

thoughts on the UE megaboom 3?

[@joelf5565]

They usually have it on demo at Target and Best Buy next to Bose, JBLs, and Marshall’s. Bose Flex is my favorite.

[@Ulthion]

This prices. Problem of all "ranks" is that everyone base only on mainstream brands.

[@kristfur]

Is there a good bluetooth speaker that isn't portable? Meaning no battery, have to plug into the wall? Or maybe one that plugs-in and doesn't kill (over-charge) the battery? I have a $50 PC soundbar in my kitchen. It sounds okay, it's always-on so I don't have to touch it. My only problem with it is the device memory. If I want to switch devices I have to re-pair every time. If I could get multi-device memory, plus a little better sound quality, I'd pay more. My only problem is I don't have space for a subwoofer in my kitchen. A lot of the higher end PC soundbars now only come with subs.

[@g.lav80]

The jbl boombox has been awesome but it does have a battery though you can plug it in as well. The sound is amazing

[@ekolekol4389]

Edifier r1700bt or R1280DB

[@joelf5565]

Just because a speaker has a battery it doesn’t mean you can’t keep it plugged in all the time. Worst case is you wear the battery out faster, which means it won’t hold a charge eventually, which wouldn’t matter to you if you are keeping it plugged in. I love my Bose Flex, it has rich bass in small package AND remembers all my devices…just cycle through BT button on the speaker to connect. I had five , but could probably do more. It will even connect to 2 devices at same time. Oh and the sound quality is great too.

[@joelf5565]

But if really wanting to avoid a battery, I liked the sound of the Marshall Acton I heard on demo.

[@Handl3sAreStupid]

Great PSA at 3:40 -a Hiker

[@rachitban]

Marshall emberton is amazing... one of the best portable Bluetooth speaker

[@gregorywilliams9302]

I have a Emberton, and I’m quite happy with it.

[@driacastil6552]

....do you think it's better than the bose Flex...?

[@rachitban]

@@driacastil6552 I haven't heard flex so can't say

[@rubric_ra]

In terms of sound quality the MaxSound Plus is better than the Emberton by a mile and it's only priced around $50 mark.

[@thomasduane6863]

can the bose soundlink flex be paired with another speaker

[@cutiebunnyamber3447]

nope, only on one device. (phone, computer, laptop)

[@joelf5565]

Another Bose speaker, yes. If wanting true stereo, must be two Flexes.

[@joelf5565]

@cutiebunnyamber3447 Not the question, but also wrong answer for devices. It can be paired to 2 devices at same time, and the Bluetooth remembers even more and allows you to just cycle through the Bluetooth button to sync with other devices. I had 5 devices that I could cycle through. But only 2 can be active at same time. So when I turn it on it will say connected to Joel’s iPhone and IPad. If I hit the Bluetooth button again it will say TV, or whatever device I have previously used at one time.

[@djvidual8288]

For what kind of reason would you want to have extra Reverb on your music? I don't understand. Just make the speaker sound good!?

[@mikehancock6280]

It’s for when you are using the microphone.

[@djvidual8288]

@@mikehancock6280 but hopefully only on the mic input and not on the overall sound...?

[@dangsdonuts]

can you make a 2023 one please

[@rustybumperclassics6342]

Just ordered the Rave Party 2. Fingers crossed

[@ojk.2]

Hey! How is it?

[@AshishDesai444]

Love your broad content !👍🏼 keep up with the good work bro . I have a important question. So i only use iPhone ( no other Apple products) and love listening to good quality music and videos and all ( but not like a audiophile , just a normal day to day user ) , and i have the option to choose from sony ( wh1000xm5 and wf1000xm4 ) , AirPods pro 1/2. And yes I don’t have unlimited budget so I’ll use the product for at least 2-3 years . Which one should I choose ?

[@blackpythondranzer]

Airpods pro 2 for portability or get the maxes for sound.

[@vitaminb4869]

I have the Sony XM5 and they sound amazing. Real good noise cancelling too.

[@chrisrogers1248]

I have a 300 sq ft man cave I really really love my music loud ,I mean loud . what would be the best speaker to get

[@garymelnyk7910]

Teufel Boomster. Better than any of these!!!!!!!!

[@lurklingX]

prices would have been helpful for comparison tho. 'expensive' vs 'not as expensive' is just really subjective.

[@ArAr0116]

I haven't gotten the chance to purchase a newer BT speakers, might consider one from these. I still enjoy my FENDER Newport, sound is amazing and very loud for its size.

[@djfrankib45]

All of that and no Soundboks?

[@lukabosnjak3829]

Soundbox is a joke

[@djfrankib45]

@@lukabosnjak3829 That's your opinion. You're entitled to that. Have a nice day. 🤣🤣

[@lukabosnjak3829]

@Frank 3 Wheel Motion Berry No, that's the opinion of anyone who knows how a speaker should sound, soundboxes sound like some kitchen radio with no real bass response and off highs. Get some jbl pb if you really want to listen to music.

[@djfrankib45]

@@lukabosnjak3829 I have 4 QSC K series 12 inch monitors & 4 QSC KW 18 subs ; which kick the crap out of any JBL. I also have 2 charge 5's & a Flip 5. I have a Soundboks 3 & Soundboks Go. It all depends on what source you play your sound from. My Soundboks actually sound good. Everyone has different experiences though.

[@coledierkes9010]

That’s what I’m saying

[@dancev1798]

Omg i have jbl xtreme 3 but i was looking for a Little small and less heavy speaker i think bose flex or marshall emberton are great options

[@lukabosnjak3829]

Uboom L is the best option because it sounds better than anything else in its size

[@dancev1798]

@@lukabosnjak3829 thanks for your recommendation

[@jasonpatrickdeleon4701]

jbl charge 5 better

[@lukabosnjak3829]

@@jasonpatrickdeleon4701 Like Oluv already said, tell me one advantage it has over the uboom L...

[@abbaoyaje]

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[@daniellott2917]

Where is the Ultimate Ears line up?

[@dankdc5_]

In the trash where it belongs

[@poppaweelee4538]

Right. UE is a great option.

[@daniellott2917]

@@dankdc5_ that goes for ur rsx too. Trash

[@lukabosnjak3829]

Ue is not worth any words...

[@daniellott2917]

@@lukabosnjak3829 ikr! They're amazing!

[@Nilz4FR]

What is your take on the Ultimate Ears BOOM 3?

[@joelf5565]

Hot mess of treble soup.

[@rubenb263]

Just picked up the JBL extreme 3 for $200 and love it

[@shiraz1736]

All links are for Amazon , review compromised.

[@Thrasher_Abbatoir]

No sound test?

[@Daubentonia88]

Does break t JBL? Early versions have a well known issue, that looked kind of intended

[@atti1120]

Why do you put the sony in best sound in midsize and then proceed to say the jbl has better sound than the sony in the overall category?

[@tarvinder91]

Thanks for this. Sony srs xb 13 is the beat in smallest category

[@bgjr2304]

I have bought the JBL Xtreme's (1&2) and the friggin batteries die after ONE year of use, and are not easily changeable without soldering kit and extensive labour (I dont overcharge the batteries either). Also, the clasps on the straps break. It really pissed me off. If I drop that much on a speaker I expect it to last for years.. MFFFFFF......

[@kalebgarza9298]

I feel like you missed the mark of a great video by including the best bass. Please do one with that category

[@凱-q5s]

can anyone tell me the best bluetooth speaker with 3.5mm please i wish i can take the speaker to outdoors and also be the speaker for my computer

[@Creakytomcat333]

Uboom l, motion plus

[@bs2096]

Hi Mike!

[@Mr_GiLL83]

Who think 2 legends are missing? W-King T11 and Tribit Stormbox blast 💥

[@abbaoyaje]

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[@JMLS20]

I’m looking for a speaker good for by the pool in a small backyard

[@M5E39_03]

4:32 that party speaker has a 120watt output???? I should of done research before buying JBL Charge 4 that has 30Watts only🤯

[@TripleE76]

I have the JBL Partybox 110 and LOVE it.

[@abbaoyaje]

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[@Jdmith]

I would add the tribut x sound go is better than the micro in my opinion.

[@Marvin9577]

No highs, no lows gotta be Bose.

[@cloestine]

What about yoto?

[@arthurott4561]

Can you turn off those stupid lights on the Anker Soundcore Rave Party 2?

[@ericbartoszak5211]

Do any of these have Fm radio?

[@Deelitee]

So basically, do we buy a bluetooth speaker for the life or the battery and then throw it out?? Any with replacement battery options that’s cost effective???

[@joelf5565]

I guess you could still use the speaker assuming the battery will still work while plugged in. Basically turning into a corded speaker. Lithium batteries will eventually stop holding a charge, but in my experience will still work while plugged in.

[@deepen3825]

My god it is becoming so hard to get a review on any product. Everything is marketed

[@StuchFlex]

Amen

[@StuchFlex]

Did you get a Bluetooth speaker? Im looking for good sound quality and bass, i dont trust any of these reviews as they all have links to buy them

[@andrzejwierzbicki2879]

I like my Manta SPK 5120. Good sound quality and best battery!

[@sambourne3153]

I personally like the jbl boombox

[@AndreAlves-yd7ve]

Same here Sam, I have the boombox 2, and boombox 3, and I like the boombox 2 better

[@romeovasquez4467]

How much po Bluetooth speaker

[@abbaoyaje]

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[@cutiebunnyamber3447]

100 pesos

[@josearroyo5568]

Sonos move is missing there

[@marquettesmith6501]

Apple HomePod range of smart speakers do now support lossless - that's the now discontinued HomePod and still-very-much-current HomePod Mini.

[@abbaoyaje]

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[@doublem6817]

Where is the tribit???

[@abbaoyaje]

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[@AndrewTateTopG2893]

Please more videos from jbl

[@TheCabron69]

I really like Bose but the price 😮

[@legendaryblood1937]

Please review Vifa Nordic Series.. Vifa Helsinki is the best sounding.

[@abbaoyaje]

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[@Ibonic]

It's kinda funny that you said that the Bose speaker (with the obvious branding) was made.... by Bose... you know... in case we thought it was made by Sony.

[@samhowl1152]

Yo it's been like 15 years they've had waterproof speakers. The only reason you should be bringing that up as if it doesn't have it

[@zoltar808]

“A nice opening” aka, a bass port.

[@rubric_ra]

The Sony has more of a hollow sound signature not warm.

[@pixelreflectorpro]

Why should some trust a person who doesn't know the difference between hollow and warm sounding speakers

[@natey2462]

What about soundboks or jbl710 those are way better then any of these