Best budget Bluetooth speakers you can buy
You don’t have to spend a lot to buy great Bluetooth speakers. Models from top manufacturers are available for under £150
All recommendations within this article are informed by expert editorial opinion. If you click on a link in this story we may earn affiliate revenue.
BLUETOOTH speakers are more accessible than ever now.
From top of the range models that cost upwards of £500, to handy gadgets under £50, there’s a Bluetooth speaker for every price range.
And because the prices are a little cheaper, you can get great quality sound under £150.
What's more, a lot of top Bluetooth speakers are waterproof.
So you can often take them with you outdoors, to the poolside or anywhere you're planning on having a party.
The models below are rated on a mixture of their value for money, quality, battery life and user satisfaction.
Looking for a set of wireless headphones? Click here to find the best ones for you
Our top picks
UE Wonderboom () - The UE Wonderboom is an outstanding little speaker. As well as being completely waterproof and drop-proof (tested to five feet) it delivers good quality sound for a great price. The battery will plug away for around 10 hours and you can sync two of them together to get even more volume. Highly recommended. Read the full review here.
Marley Riddim Mini Bluetooth () - The Marley Riddim is one of the best looking Bluetooth speakers you can pick up for under £100. It sounds decent and will last around 10 hours. But the real selling point is the stellar design that will earn you a few compliments wherever you take it. Read the full review here.
Creative Muvo 2c () Finding a Bluetooth speaker cheaper than the Creative Muvo 2c would be a big ask. This palm-sized unit can deliver decent sound via Bluetooth, micro SD, aux or USB while being splash proof and extremely portable. Obviously it's not the loudest speaker on the market, but it can deliver a good amount of volume at a stellar price.
Under £100
UE Boom 2 () The Boom 2 is one of most highly-rated Bluetooth speakers you can get for under £100. It’s durable, delivers great sound and is waterproof, making it the perfect speaker for every occasion.
Jam Heavy Metal HX-P920 ()Considering it costs under £60, the Jam Heavy Metal has no business being as good as it is. It’s got a great design with its aluminium case and delivers big base and clear treble.
Bluetooth Minirig portable speaker () - This speaker packs a punch considering its tiny size and can go for up to 40 hours with a wired connection. Even when using Bluetooth it’ll probably outlast any party you’re planning on throwing this year.
Under £150
JBL Charge 3 ()Not only can the JBL Charge 3 go for 20 hours, its massive battery can also be used to charge your phone if you're running low on power. This beast of a speaker is waterproof and delivers some booming bass for a really, really long time.
Denon Envaya ()In terms of sheer sound quality for under £150, it’s hard to match the Denon Envaya. It sounds great as well as being waterproof and can go for 13 hours straight.
Bose Soundlink Color II () The Bose Soundlink Color II is another speaker belying its tiny size to provide great quality sound. Its sturdy construction is a plus as well and it can surely handle a few knocks at a party.
Popular in Tech
Bluetooth speaker or smart speaker?
Before you commit to a standalone Bluetooth speaker, it's worth considering Amazon's Echo (not the Dot or Spot) and the Google Home.
Both can be used as Bluetooth speakers when paired to a smartphone, and both come in at under £150.
If you're considering either of these as a solution, check out our comparison of the two smart speakers.