Which Bluetooth speaker to choose?

Mobility is the keyword of today. This includes why wireless speakers have made a splash in recent years. Lightweight, durable, accident-proof and quite decent-sounding. There are hundreds of them on the market, but how do you choose the one that suits your requirements?

Matej Lewandowski

Among the rich offer on the site, we can choose from the smallest devices that we attach to a backpack, to large-sized equipment that will become an important part of our showroom. The main factor determining the purchase, of course, will be the budget, because usually the better the column, the more expensive it is. However, there are a few things to consider before making a decision, because not all of the features of a given piece of equipment need to be important to you, and you don't necessarily want to pay for everything.

What to look for when buying a wireless speaker?

Speaker Power: usually we choose between 5-10 watts. This is sufficient power for this type of device. Stronger ones will manifest themselves in open spaces. If you are planning to listen to music in small spaces, this will not be a key parameter for you.

Sound quality:  the frequency response is responsible for its identification. The lower the initial value, the fuller the sound, richer in bass. The human ear is supposed to pick up a limit of 20 hertz. Since Bluetooth speakers are not professional equipment, we are talking about a rather narrow bandwidth, from 60 to 20 hertz.

sizes: very individual parameter, but the most important for many. Ask yourself why you need this type of device. One will appreciate the small size and light weight, the other will choose a larger case, but also more power.

Standard Bluetooth:  Three profiles are important from a loudspeaker user's point of view. A2DP is responsible for wireless audio transmission, AVRCP allows you to control music from the speaker itself (this is important because we will not always want to reach for the phone or other playback source), and HFP is necessary if we want phone calls.

Work time: since we are talking about a mobile device, it is hard to imagine that we would have to connect it to a power source all the time. If the column can work from one charge to several hours, we can talk about a good result. However, a large battery increases the size of the device.

Resistance: This equipment is designed for outdoor use, and therefore must have a high water resistance rating and withstand drops relatively well. Choose a speaker with IP67 or IP68 standard. Then you can easily lead him to the water.

Additional functions: for example, 3,5 mm audio input or the ability to play radio stations.

Which wireless speaker is up to PLN 100?

One of the most popular models in this price range. JBL GO. Mainly due to its small size (71 x 86 x 32 cm), decent sound and high water resistance. The manufacturer claims that it can be immersed to a depth of 1 m and kept ... at least 30 minutes! In addition, it is available in a whole range of colors and everyone is sure to find something for themselves. Compared to the first generation, JBL GO 2 has gained a passive diaphragm and this, in fact, is the only reason why you should choose the younger version of GO.

Another interesting offer in this price range. Rockbox Cube by Fresh 'N Rebel. It's not a powerful speaker (only 3W), but we can charge it in just 60 minutes. This will allow us to play for eight hours without a break. Thanks to a small buckle, we can attach it to a trouser belt, backpack or bag. In addition, the manufacturer has provided a whole line of products in a single design (headphones, larger speakers), which encourages you to complete the entire series.

Which wireless speaker is up to PLN 300?

We stay on the topic of carabiner speakers, but for now let's focus on a model that has slightly better characteristics than its predecessor. Speaking of JBL clip 3. Its characteristic feature (in addition to the whole range of colors) is a latch located at the top of the device. It is slightly larger than the GO, but at the same time very comfortable. The sound is dynamic and will satisfy even the most demanding listener (of course, taking into account the class of equipment).

He came up with an unusual solution BlaupunktHis BT22TWS it really is…two speakers in one. The True Wireless Stereo feature allows you to use the device in three ways: as two independent sound sources, two stereo speakers placed opposite each other, or as one speaker with decent power (16W). All this makes it an ideal source of party music.

Which wireless speaker is up to PLN 500?

If you have a little more money to spend, you can buy really high quality equipment. Perfect Example JBL Flip 5. We will not write about colors, because this is understandable - like almost all products of this brand. This model, however, is a real boombox enclosed in a small case. Two passive diaphragms, an oval driver and power up to 20W! In addition, we can connect up to 100 speakers - so we get a really powerful sound. What especially pleases the specialists is the really impressive bass.

It also boasts powerful bass thanks to its Extra Bass technology. Sony in your model XB23. The Japanese manufacturer pays a lot of attention to the sound quality in its equipment, and this is evident in this product. Unlike other speakers, this one has a rectangular diaphragm, resulting in higher sound pressure and significantly less distortion.

Finally, a real find for lovers of not only good sound, but also a unique design. We are talking about equipment from Marshall, which has been setting trends in the design of portable audio equipment for many years. However, these are not typical wireless speakers, because although they use Bluetooth technology, we must provide them with a power source. In return, we will get not only a fantastic sound, but also an amazing design. Unfortunately, Marshall speakers also have a downside - a high price. For the cheapest models, you have to pay several hundred zlotys.