In 2018 there are a vast array of bluetooth speakers on the market and sometimes its hard to know where to start, We have found 7 of the best from the low budget to the more expensive we have got you covered.

How to pick out the best Bluetooth speaker?

One of the most common questions we get asked about bluetooth speakers here at Zappa is: How do I pick the best one?

Some are aimed to be stylish, some are waterproof & certain ones aren’t fit for the outdoors. So start off by asking yourself where will you taking the speaker with you, Do you love to travel if so you probably want something thats robust & dust proof. If you are someone who likes to throw a house party then you will probably want the ability to be able to connect two/three speakers together so you can have music playing in multiple rooms.

However, One of the main factors when deciding on the best one for you its essential that you take battery life & sound quality into consideration. There’s no point having a speaker that sounds dreadful or the battery dies quickly. All of the speakers we have picked have these two fundamentals so when picking from this list you can focus more on the features that suit your needs.

Whatever your budget and whatever your needs, here are 10 outstanding Bluetooth wireless speakers, You won’t be disappointed with any of these!

What are the 7 of best bluetooth speakers of 2018?

1 – JBL Charge 3  |  Price: £119 | BUY NOW

Great sounding speaker that also chargers your phone

Weight: 798g | Battery life: 20 hours | Wireless range: 30+ feet | NFC: No |Bluetooth version: 3.0 | Aux-in: Yes | USB charging: Yes | Waterproof: No

As a package, the JBL Charge 3 offers a compelling set of features and excellent sound quality to boot. It punches well above its weight, playing loudly and distortion-free.

The Charge line of speakers have been on our shortlist of recommendations for a long time thanks to the way they combine great sound quality with the ability to charge your devices over USB.

The latest iteration maintains JBL’s dominance in the portable Bluetooth speaker market.

2- DENON DSB-50BT ENVAYA POCKET PORTABLE | Price £73.90 | BUY NOW

Waterproof and durable with Excellent Sound

Weight: 390g | Battery life: 10 hours | NFC: No |Bluetooth version: 3.0 | Aux-in: Yes | USB charging: Yes | Waterproof: Yes

At 16 centimetres long, this super-portable little speaker is waterproof and dustproof – we might have a four-month drought which makes that a necessity, you never know – and can last up to 10 hours. It’s got Siri activation too, meaning you can simply scream at it to play whatever you’re after rather than having to go through the rigmarole of getting your phone out of your pocket.

3- BOSE SOUNDLINK REVOLVE PLUS | Price: £259.99 | BUY NOW

Draw Dropping sound with true 360 degree coverage

Weight: 660g | Battery life: 12 hours | Wireless range: 20+ feet| NFC: No |Bluetooth version: 3.0 | Aux-in: Yes | USB charging: Yes | Waterproof: No

Looks like a camping lantern, sounds like a proper mobile disco. This is another 360-degree speaker, and will last you either 12 or 16 hours on one charge depending on which size you pick. It’s rain-safe and can handle being knocked around a bit too.

4- ULTIMATE EARS WONDERBOOM | Price: £64.99 | BUY NOW

Decent sound with rugged build

Weight: 425g| Battery life: 10 hours | Wireless range: 20+ feet | Drivers: Two 1.7″ drivers and two passive radiators | NFC: No |Bluetooth version: 3.0 | Aux-in: Yes | USB charging: Yes

If you’ve somehow managed to land yourself with spectacularly clumsy friends, this near-indestructible speaker is essential. It’s not just waterproof – it’ll float on water while playing tunes, which is handy if you’re cooling off in the local boating lake. The bass has a good thump to it while not muddying the treble, and despite being the height of a can of Coke it’s mighty loud.

5- Libratone One | Price: £97 | BUY NOW

Stylish handbag sized portable speaker

Weight: 900g| Battery life: 12 hours | Wireless range: 30+ feet| NFC: No |Bluetooth version: 3.0 | Aux-in: Yes | USB charging: Yes | Waterproof: No

This is the handbag-sized portable speaker that every serious picnicker needs. In fact, as it is by far the most stylish we found, leave the handbag at home and just carry this instead. You can get it in a range of bright colours and it’s both light and sturdy. Aside from looking the part it sounds steady and will do the job for most playlists, plus it’s especially easy to use allowing you to control your volume and Spotify playlist from a good distance away. It comes with 12 hours battery life and stands up to reasonable splashes. Park perfect.

6- Ultimate Ears Roll 2 | Price: £79.99 | BUY NOW

 

Weight: 330g | Battery life: 9hours | Wireless range: 80+ feet | NFC: No |Bluetooth version: 3.0 | Aux-in: Yes | USB charging: Yes | Waterproof: Yes

Ultimate Ears’ colourful, outdoors-y Bluetooth speakers have been a hit, from the cylindrical Boom and Megaboom to the disc-shaped Roll. They look fun, they sound great, and they’re excellent value for money.

7- Bose SoundLink Color Bluetooth Speaker II | Price: £116 | BUY NOW

Innovative Bose technology packs big sound into a small, water-resistant speaker

Weight: 540g | Battery life: 10 hours | Wireless range: 30+ feet | NFC: Yes |Bluetooth version: 3.0 | Aux-in: Yes | USB charging: Yes | Waterproof: NO

 

Our favourite feature of the Bose SoundLink Color 2 is its ability to amplify some great sound, all from a small body. Of course, you want your speakers to deliver quality sound, but the Bose SoundLink Color 2 speakers include some extras as well. It’s still relatively small (though not so portable that you’d have to sacrifice on sound quality), and backed by a brand name that has earned itself many loyal customers. Honestly, this Bose product isn’t the highest quality sound of all Bose products, but it still has redeeming features that are important to keep in mind. Therefore, this small speaker pleasantly fills your backyard, campsite or living room with your favourite music from your phone or other device.