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The Best Portable Bluetooth Speakers under $660

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JBL

Xtreme Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker

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Sonos PLAY:1

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Features

  • This speaker has been discontinued and replaced with the Sonos One SL speaker.

Pros

  • ⊕ Compact size.
  • ⊕ Simple controls.
  • ⊕ Expandable ecosystem.
  • ⊕ Great, room-filling sound.
  • ⊕ Understated, classy design.

Cons

  • ⊖ No Bluetooth.
  • ⊖ No 5GHz wireless support.

Specs

  • Weight: 4.08 lbs.
  • Product Dimensions: 636 x 4.69 x 4.69 in.
  • Threaded Mount: ¼ inch 20-threaded socket.
  • Ethernet: Yes (1), 10/100 Mpbs Ethernet port.
  • Power Supply: Auto-switching 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz AC universal input.
  • Audio: Two Class-D digital amplifiers, One tweeter, One mid-woofer.
  • WiFi: Yes, 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz (802.11n-only networks not supported).

JBL Xtreme Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker

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Features

  • Take Crystal clear calls from your speaker with the touch of a button thanks to the noise and Echo cancelling speakerphone.
  • Splashproof means no more worrying about rain or spills; you can even clean it with running tap water. Just don't submerge it.
  • Wirelessly connect up to 3 Smartphones or Tablets to the speaker and take turns playing earth-shaking, powerful stereo sound. To reset the unit, hold onto the power button and Bluetooth at the same time.
  • Built-in rechargeable li-ion battery supports up to 15 hours of playtime and charges devices via dual USB ports.
  • Hear the bass, feel the bass, see the bass. Dual external passive radiators demonstrate just how powerful your speakers are.

Pros

  • ⊕ Splash-proof.
  • ⊕ Built-in speakerphone.

Sonos Play:5

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Features

  • Pair 2 Play: 5s in the upright position and each speaker smartly adjusts to mono for incredibly detailed stereo separation; Place a single Play:5 horizontally and it plays stereo sound automatically.
  • 3 custom designed woofers deliver rich bass while the sealed architecture eliminates reverb and echo.
  • Ethernet port: One 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port; Wire directly to your router to operate your Sonos if WiFi is unstable.
  • Use the line in to connect your turntable or a friend's phone with the included 3.5 millimeter jack.
  • Experience pure, vibrant sound with play: 5, tuned by renowned producer Giles Martin; Control it with the Sonos app, Apple AirPlay 2, and more.

Cons

  • ⊖ App could be improved.

Sonos Sub

Best Subwoofer
BUY NOW From $659.65

Features

  • Stand it upright, place it on its side, or tuck it under the couch.
  • Hear and feel the difference when you wirelessly connect Sub to your Sonos system.
  • Pair with Sonos Beam, Playbar, or Playbase for incredible home theater and add rear surrounds for immersive sound.
  • Experience pure bass with zero buzz, rattle, or vibration. Power supply - Auto-switching 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz AC universal input.
  • The wireless subwoofer for deep bass.

Pros

  • ⊕ Modern design.
  • ⊕ Deep low-end range.
  • ⊕ Force-canceling drivers.