The Best Bluetooth Speakers in Australia (2021)

27 Aug 2021

A great sounding Bluetooth speaker is one of the best investments you'll make this year. While some of us prefer headphones and earbuds to enjoy our tunes, there are plenty of advantages to speakers as well.

Aside from also being able to play music wherever you go, a Bluetooth speaker can fit any occasion from a pool party in the backyard to washing the dishes. Music should be enjoyed anytime, anywhere and these are the best Bluetooth speakers in Australia right now, however you listen to your tunes.

To help you pick the right speakers, we've compiled a list for the right occasion as well as what makes them the best and what might hold them back.

A good portable Bluetooth speaker is the kind you can take anywhere. Enjoy your music outside for picnics at the park or inside with friends for an afternoon get together. We reckon that no matter where you are, the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 will bring the biggest sound in the smallest size. It’s definitely one of the best portable Bluetooth speakers in Australia.

Pros:

• 360 sound quality
• Long battery life
• IP67 rated - waterproof and dustproof
• Outdoor boost - increases sound clarity when outdoors.

Cons:

• Micro USB charging
• No 'smart' features

The lowest price doesn't always mean the worst sounding and there are plenty of Bluetooth speakers you can buy that won't break the bank but deliver a clear, crisp sound. The Tribit Stormbox Micro is our pick for the best Bluetooth speaker on a budget. Compact, lightweight, this is the little speaker that could which has a surprisingly weighty bass sound for its size.

Pros:

• IP67 rated - waterproof and dustproof
• Integrated strap
• Affordable

Cons:

• Small battery life
• Sound distorts at higher volumes

No party is complete with the music, so if you are in charge of bringing the tunes then you must bring the absolute best. If the price tag isn't too scary, the Sonos Move is one of the best sounding speakers on the market. It will deliver a loud, full sound quality that guarantees not to be drowned out by the sounds of the party.

Pros:

• Sounds great indoors and out
• Wireless connectivity
• Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant integration

Cons:

• Large and heavy
• Pricey

There are some Bluetooth speakers that do more than just play music but double as a decorative piece for the living room. The Anker Soundcore Flare has a sleek vase-like shape that is fully waterproof if you just happen to spill a drink on it while busting a move or stretching while trying a new yoga pose. The real selling point of this speaker though, is the LED light ring at the base, which changes to match the rhythm of the beat.

Pros:

• Compatible app to change the colours
• Dual drivers and passive radiators for 360 sound
• Long battery life

Cons:

• Distorts at high volumes
• Bass boost is very mild

So which Bluetooth speaker are you opting for in 2021? If you’re jamming on the go, make sure you have plenty of mobile data so the tunes never have to run out.