The 8 Best Bluetooth Speakers Available Now

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Check out the scenario: It's Sunday afternoon and you're chilling, browsing the Web, catching up on stories you may have missed during the week, all while listening to music. A song comes on you don't want to hear, so you have to stop what you're doing and get up to change the track. Sucks, right? If you had a wireless speaker, you would be able to keep on chilling. There was a time when wireless audio wasn't viable. It was expensive and the sound quality wasn't up to par. That's all changed. There's a new crop of speakers with Bluetooth wireless connectivity built in to allow you to stream music from any device you please. Some are expensive ($500) and meant to be played in the crib, while others are less pricey and can be taken anywhere as long as they're charged. Keep reading to see the best Bluetooth speakers available now.

Bose SoundLink

Click here to Buy it Now at Bose, $300

Continuing its mission to deliver better sound through research, Bose crams huge audio performance into a tiny, portable package with its first wireless speaker system. Available in two finishes—black or silver—the SoundLink lets you easily pair up to six Bluetooth-enabled devices (phones, laptops, or tablets). The incredible sound comes courtesy of four low-profile neodymium transducers for highs and mids, and Bose's proprietary dual-opposing passive radiators for the deep, bassy notes. It all works together to pump out notes that will shame most other portable speakers. And while it will work fine entertaining in your crib, the SoundLink is designed to be mobile. That's why Bose outfitted it with end-caps made from automotive-grade chrome and tested the device in its environmental labs to make sure its safeguarded from all the elements and any accidental drops. Rock on.

Jawbone Jambox

Click here to Buy it Now at Jawbone, $200

Not only is the Jambox the best-looking wireless speaker on the market (available in four color ways), it's one of the best sounding as well. Which is remarkable considering its size. At five inches long and one and a half inches tall, and protected by industrial-grade molded rubber, it's easily the most portable of the bunch. It's easy to use, too, with just three buttons. Even better, it's upgradable—plug it into your computer and download software updates like LiveAudio, which makes your audio sound more realistic.

Beats by Dr. Dre Beatbox Portable

Click here to Buy it Now at Beats by Dr. Dre, $500

When Beats. By Dre. Dre entered the iPod Dock market with its Boombox we lauded it as one of the most power all-in-one speaker systems you could buy. Like with most Beats by Dre products the bass was enough to make French Montana say “Damn”. Building on that success, Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre decided to make that performance portable, and so we have the Boombox Portable. Smaller than the original Boombox, the Portable allows you to dock your iPhone as well as stream music via Bluetooth. However, unlike the original Boombox, any smartphone can now rock out the way the good Doctor intended.

JBL On Tour IBT

Click here to Buy it Now at JBL, $150

JBL has a reputation for producing well-priced audio products. The On Tour IBL is no different. Featuring four of JBL's patented Odyssey transducers, the On Tour churns out strong audio at high levels without too much distortion. It also comes with a portable stand for you iPad so you can stunt where ever you go.

Audyssey South of Market Audio Dock

Click here to Buy it Now at Audyssey, $400

Compact and powerful, the Audyssey audio dock is one of the most versatile speakers on the market. It's able to operate like a regular iPod dock as well as a wireless speaker thanks to Bluetooth connectivity. With its dual microphones and voice-processing software, it's also an amazing speakerphone. While the 3.5” jack in the back ensures your computer can get in on the party, too. Yes, it's incredibly pricey, but trust us: the sound it delivers is worth every penny.

Creative Labs ZiiSound D5x

Click here to Buy it Now at Creative Labs, $300

If you're looking for an easy way to build a wireless speaker system in your home, look no further than the ZiiSound D5x. You can buy one and be happy with the awesome sound performance its full range drivers and digital amps will provide, or you can cop three, wirelessly connect 'em together, and piss off your neighbors. Take it one step further and get the ZiiSound DX Subwoofer to really set things off.

iHome iA100

Click here to Buy it Now at iHome, $200

Everyone needs a good bedside alarm clock. And if you're going to buy one, you might as well make it one that packs in all the latest technology. The iA100 does just that with Bluetooth and Bongiovi Acoustics audio technology. When you tire of your music collection, you can listen to the radio. IHome makes two other Bluetooth speakers, but this one is by far our favorite, and one of the few on the market at this price that can accommodate an iPad.

Altec Lansing inMotion Air - IMW725

Click here to Buy it Now at Altec Lansing, $200

You can always count on Altec Lansing to deliver cutting-edge design and acoustics to match. The inMotion Air brings both together. Before you even connect your phone or computer to the speaker, you'll have to take a moment and admire its aesthetics. We're sure it will make any room in your apt feel just a bit more baller. Then there's the sound. It's full, room-filling, and powerful. You would usually have the pay much more for a such a system. Also dope is the USB dongle included into the package that allows you to connect your computer (if it has no Bluetooth) to the speaker. Altec Lansing's got you covered