Browse Portable Wireless Speakers
A portable Bluetooth speaker is an instant vibe setter. Whatever you are listening to, the right speaker will make it sound amazing - whether that is your perfect party playlist, a podcast while you clean the house, or your favorite album to work out to. Whats more, many portable speaker models today include features like wireless connectivity and waterproof construction that make them truly ready for anything.
Shopping for the Perfect Portable Speaker
Connectivity: Numerous portable speakers today include built in Bluetooth wireless connectivity. Some also offer WiFi connectivity or additional wireless options, or even an optional wired interface such as a quarter inch or 3.5 mm jack.
Dust and Water Resistance: Dustproof and waterproof speakers are increasingly popular in the world of on the go audio. It is especially important for party speakers to have the ability to resist spilled drinks and other mishaps. Look for an ingress protection IP rating in the speakers specs, like IPX7 or IP68 - the first number rates dust protection, and the second rates water resistance.
Sound Quality: Love listening to the details in your favorite music? Want big, fat, bass response for your party playlist? Check the speakers frequency response specs such as 50 - 20,000 Hz to get an approximate idea of its sound quality. A wider range generally means more ability to handle the all important tweeter highs and woofer lows. In addition, look for dual channel speakers for high quality stereo sound.
Voice Assistant: Some people want the option to use a voice assistant like Alexa with their portable speakers, so look for smart speakers with voice assistant integration and a built in microphone if this is important to you.
Battery Life: The majority of portable speakers are battery powered, so compare the rated maximum battery life hours of the speakers you are thinking about. Different factors can influence how long the rechargeable battery lasts, but these numbers will give you a starting point to compare different speakers.
Form Factor: Larger speaker models offer an experience that is closer to a home stereo system, while small speakers are easy to take on the go. Some compact models even offer a clip on feature that makes them easy to attach to a backpack.
Built in Lighting: Thats right! Some wireless speakers are literally built to party, thanks to built in RGB lighting features, many of which you can control via a mobile app.
Micro Centers selection of portable speakers includes the best Bluetooth speakers from top names like JBL, Sony, Anker, Sonos, and more. Looking for a true home speaker system? See our selection of computer speakers or our home theater soundbars.
