Speakers

The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is a huge TV upgrade. As a 7.1.4 channel sound system, it offers dynamic sound that gels expertly together, allowing hushed voices to swing convincingly into the rush of an action scene with ease. A sonically...

13 expert reviews

A step up from the previous model, the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) adds an extra dimension to sound, literally, with its clever virtual Dolby Atmos support. Loud, nicely balanced and capable of bringing a cinematic experience, this soundbar is a great addition...

43 expert reviews | 23 user reviews

The JBL Charge 5 Wi-Fi is another excellent-sounding wireless speaker from JBL, boasting an even more refined performance, especially over a Wi-Fi connection. It is considerably more expensive than its predecessor and close rivals, and though the...

37 expert reviews | 79 user reviews

The Q Acoustics M40 is another fun and thoroughly engaging speaker system that plays nicely with a range of sources. This micro tower is easy to accommodate, less conspicuously hi-fi in its looks, and packs a rich, warm performance. However, it’s not...

3 expert reviews

A fine upgrade in several ways over the One, the Sonos Era 100 benefits from a sleeker design, reconfigured driver setup and a spate of more accessible features.

34 expert reviews

If regular party speakers aren’t enough for your needs, the PartyBox Ultimate is exactly what you need. It’s super-sized, super loud, extremely flashy and very well-connected. It’s probably too large for most homes, but if you’re running events, this...

7 expert reviews

The JBL Bar 1300 is a versatile system that could suit a range of applications, all while sounding bold and lively without veering into harshness

10 expert reviews

2 expert reviews

The Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Plus stands out as one of the largest and most powerful Bluetooth speakers in its price range. If you’re looking to rock an outdoor party, but don’t want to deal with an expensive and gigantic party speaker, this is the...

6 expert reviews

If you have the space and budget for it, Sony's ULT Tower 10 speaker can be the life of the party thanks to its enormous sound, multiple input options, wireless mic for karaoke, and customizable light show.

6 expert reviews

The second-generation HomePod provides jaw-dropping audio, whether listening to music or watching films through the Apple TV, and it only gets better with two of them. If you've already bought into the Apple ecosystem, this provides a premium...

35 expert reviews

An audio upgrade on the previous model, the Amazon Echo Dot (5th generation) is now a capable music speaker, as well as a great smart speaker for smart home control and general enquiries. Overall, this is the best value smart speaker you can buy,...

17 expert reviews

A fun, loud, and bassy wireless speaker. If you’re interested in having a fun time, the JBL Authentics 300 offers plenty of that.

12 expert reviews

The Edifier QR65 are decent mid-range desktop speakers with a decent amount of bass, a few different connection options and a really attractive look. However, a few issues regarding PC connection make them better suited as multi-media options than...

4 expert reviews

Despite its basic feature set, the aptly named soundbar shows plenty of home cinema (and music) flex.

2 expert reviews

The Marshall Middleton is a great wireless speaker, although it's a tad too heavy. Its sound, though, is extremely solid, and its design has a classy, classic leaning.

15 expert reviews

“The Klipsch Flexus Core 200 packs awesome power and bass in a single speaker.”

5 expert reviews

Samsung managed to create a big sound from something barely thicker than a broomstick. It'll leave you scratching your head.

3 expert reviews

As long as you don’t find the looks a bit try-hard, and as long as you’ve got plenty of patience where the control app is concerned, there’s an awful lot to like about the way the JBL L42ms handles your favourite music

5 expert reviews

Affordable and functional, the Sony XB100 delivers satisfying bass and mids. With an IP67 waterproof and dustproof rating and surprising volume for its size, it’d make a good BBQ companion. That said, it lags behind competitors in terms of features...

8 expert reviews

The Authentics 500 is a powerful wireless speaker that can double as a smart home controller with powerful and big sound, but it lacks audio finesse considering its cost.

11 expert reviews

The Vizio 2.1 Soundbar is a budget-friendly bundle that uses a subwoofer to add some thunder to audio, but its overall sound quality falls short of impressive.

4 expert reviews

The KEF LSX II is an even more diverting an option than the product it replaces, which makes it downright compelling

6 expert reviews

The huge Dali speakers can be accused of being priced to match their size, and I agree that it’s a lot of money, but not that it’s expensive. The alternatives in this price range are few and far between, even if they are very good. What especially...

3 expert reviews

The 803D4 is ideal for those who like acoustic and instrumental tracks, ranging from jazz, classical, older pop, and modern alternative. It excels in precise imaging and delivers exceptional clarity in excellent and average recordings. It is...

4 expert reviews