#Boom 2 for mac review portable
#Boom 2 for mac review Bluetooth

It's not the most powerful or the loudest Bluetooth speaker out there, but at this size and price you can't buy better. The Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 is the best-sounding and most fully-featured mini Bluetooth speaker we've had the pleasure of testing.

If you’re concerned about privacy and want to save around $20 / £20 / AU$30 then the Roam SL could be exactly what you want. Much like the Sonos One and its Sonos One SL counterpart, this new version of the Roam lacks a microphone but is otherwise identical in terms of specs. Update: Sonos has just announced the brand new Sonos Roam SL. The battery life isn't huge, though – enough for a good day out, but if that's a priority, check out the B&O A1, which more than doubles it. Its slick design means the Sonos Roam won’t look out of place in your home, while a rugged, waterproof and dustproof build make it ideal for listening to music outdoors. Of course, all these flashy features would be pointless if the Sonos Roam didn’t sound great – but we’re happy to report that, despite its small stature, the Roam delivers a powerful sonic performance, with remarkably prominent bass, even if it does lack the rhythmic accuracy you'd expect from an audiophile speaker.įollowing in the footsteps of the Sonos Move, the Sonos Roam comes with both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, which means it can work as a portable speaker as well as part of your wider multi-room Sonos system – and with Google Assistant and Alexa onboard (when you're on Wi-Fi), it doubles up a smart speaker too.Ĭompared to similar priced Bluetooth speakers we've tested, you’re getting a lot of features for your money here. Oh, and don't forget to earmark your diaries for Black Friday, which kicks off officially on November 25… but we'd expect a few deals on at least some of these Bluetooth beauties ahead of that date. No matter what you want to listen to, where you want to listen to it and how you want to stream it, you'll find the best Bluetooth speaker right here.

#Boom 2 for mac review portable

Since we've tested all the key models in every shape, size and specification, we're here to help you do so, whether you're looking for a room-shaking block rocker (you can also check our best party speaker buying guide for these) or a portable for podcasts. Really, the only downside is that with so many great speakers to choose from, it can be hard to choose the best one for you. You're just getting that added ease of use along with it. While wired optical audio and USB connections still deliver the best sound quality, these Bluetooth speakers are just as impressive when it comes to performance. You won't have to compromise on your audio experience. And, because many of them are portable, you can take one with you and do so wherever you are in the world. Thanks to the wireless connectivity they offer, you can stream music cable-free from your smartphone, your tablet, your laptop and even some vinyl record players. The best Bluetooth speakers are incredibly convenient and very versatile. A tad light on bass perhaps, but it's a beautiful compact little thing to snuggle up to for a podcast on a rainy day… Whichever you choose, enjoy the inexpensive music! Obviously, bigger speakers give you a wider soundfield, more power and an extra ounce of bass clout, but for a tough little speaker at an impulse-buy price, it's the best we've tested yet.Įlsewhere, check out the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore, new in at the end of this buying guide. It sounds excellent for its size and price, is perfect for throwing in your bag (or strapping across the handlebars of your bicycle) and its 12 hour battery means you won't be left sans musique by late afternoon. The newest addition to our Bluetooth speaker guide is the Tribit Stormbox Micro 2, which landed straight in at number two and is emphatically one of the best cheap portable speakers around right now.