The Tech Tribune staff has compiled the very best portable Bluetooth speakers you can buy right now. In doing our research, we considered several factors including but not limited to:

• Proven track record of user satisfaction
• Market penetration
• Not discontinued by manufacturer

1. OontZ Angle 3

• HIGH QUALITY CRYSTAL CLEAR SOUND: Distinct mids and highs from our two precision acoustic drivers; delivers excellent stereo sound and enhanced bass from our proprietary passive bass radiator design
• LOUDER VOLUME & MORE BASS: Distortion-free at maximum volume; room filling sound, perfect for home, dorm room, kitchen, bathroom, car, parties; streams music or internet radio services such as Pandora and Spotify from your smartphone, iPhone, or audio device
• WATER RESISTANT IPX5: Splashproof, rainproof, dustproof, sandproof; outdoor shower speaker, perfect for the beach, poolside, car, boat, & golf cart; IPX5 rating speaker can resist gentle water spray & splash but cannot be partially or fully submerged
• STYLISH & PORTABLE: Under 10 ounces; 5 inches long; 2.8 inches tall; high-capacity rechargeable 2200 mAh battery for up to 12 hours of playtime at 2/3 volume on a full charge; designed to be comfortable to carry with no square edges (much better for travel & hiking); super-light and easy to fit in your bag or backpack
• CONNECT OVER BLUETOOTH IN SECONDS TO: iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, smartphones, tablets, laptops, computers, and Chromebooks. To play from TVs and non-Bluetooth devices, use the included 3.5mm audio cable connected through the AUX-IN jack; Built-in mic for hands-free speakerphone calls from smartphones and iPhones; includes micro-USB charging cable and 3.5mm audio cable; official OontZ Angle 3 carry-case available sold separately on Amazon

2. Bose SoundLink

• Clear, full-range sound you might not expect from a compact speaker
• Voice prompts make pairing your devices easier than ever
• Up to 8 hours of music from rechargeable lithium-ion battery
• Wireless connection to your smartphone, tablet, or other Bluetooth-enabled device

3. Amazon Tap

• Just tap and ask for music from Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, and TuneIn. Enable hands-free mode to control music and more from a distance.
• Uses the Alexa Voice Service when connected to Wi-Fi or a mobile hotspot to play music, read the news, provide weather reports, and even order a pizza
• Provides up to 9 hours of continuous playback (up to 8 hours when in hands-free mode); charging cradle included
• Streams all your music via Bluetooth from your phone or tablet
• Delivers crisp sound powered by Dolby, with dual stereo speakers that provide 360º omni-directional audio
• Always getting smarter and adding new features and skills

4. JAM Classic

• Incredible sound quality in a small footprint
• Connects wirelessly up to 30 feet away
• Works with all Bluetooth-enabled devices: smart phones, tablets, and more
• Rechargeable for up to 4 hours of wireless play

5. Anker Classic

• Experience your tunes in high definition and surprising fullness realized through a 4W, 2 inch driver and bass port, outclassing other similar-sized portable speakers.
• Unrivaled 15 to 20-hour playtime powered by a built-in rechargeable 2100mAh Li-ion battery.
• Automatically connect to the last-connected device when turned on – enables one-step music streaming. Compatible with all Bluetooth-enabled devices (2.1 and over). 3.5mm audio port for non-Bluetooth devices.
• Outstanding connection range of up to 33 feet. Built-in microphone with a 2-foot pickup range allows the speaker to double as a speaker phone.
• Package contents: Anker A7908 portable Bluetooth speaker, micro-USB cable, 3.5mm audio cable, travel pouch, instruction manual. 18-month warranty and free lifetime technical support.