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the jlab go party speaker in black with an LED RGB panel and jlab logo photographed in front of a blue background

I tested this $34 Bluetooth speaker, and it’s one of the most affordable ways to rile your neighbors

By Erin Bashford published

The JLab Go Party speaker is incomprehensibly cheap, at just $34. While it won’t impress audiophiles, it’s perfect for house parties.

Bluetooth Speakers
the nothing cmf buds pro 2 cmf by nothing buds pro 2 in bright orange shown in the smart dial charging case against a blue tom's guide background

I thought budget earbuds couldn’t get any better, but these $69 hi-res buds just proved me wrong

By Erin Bashford published

The CMF by Nothing Buds Pro 2 perform well above their pay grade. These excellent earbuds sound amazing, boast premium features, and have great ANC.

Earbuds
Crosley Tribute Radio in gray color photographed on a blue background

This tiny radio is an ‘80s dream and the perfect addition to my desk on a long work day

By Ashley Thieme published

The Crosley Tribute Radio offers the nostalgic sound of AM/FM radio and vintage aesthetics, but audiophiles should avoid it.

Speakers
Echo Dot Max on a book shelf

Amazon Echo Dot Max review: The first smart speaker for the AI era

By Mike Prospero published

The Amazon Echo Dot Max is a very good Alexa+ smart speaker, but doesn’t have enough new features to warrant an upgrade over the 4th-generation Echo.

Smart Speakers
Amazon Echo Studio on a book shelf

Amazon Echo Studio (2025) review: Bringing the bass

By Mike Prospero published

The Echo Studio is the best smart speaker for an Amazon-centric home theater system and smart home, but those focused more on audio quality will still prefer the Sonos Era 100.

Smart Speakers
the earfun air pro 4+ earbuds in black showing the ear tips, charging case, and being worn

I tested these $99 earbuds — and I’m being so serious when I say they’re genuine AirPods Pro competitors

By Erin Bashford published

The EarFun Air Pro 4+ are the best budget earbuds I’ve ever tested. With delicate, balanced treble and a rich midrange and bass, these are the buds to beat.

Earbuds
the creative stage pro soundbar and subwoofer, a super-budget home cinema system with 2.1 channels and a remote control photographed on a wooden tv stand with a TV behind

A soundbar and subwoofer for $170? I couldn’t quite believe it either, but the Creative Stage Pro is surprisingly impressive

By Erin Bashford published

Creative Stage Pro goes where very few soundbars go: a soundbar-and-subwoofer for $170. It’s surprisingly impressive, but can’t contend with premium options.

Soundbars
The Soundcore Sleep A30 earbuds in their case on a stone plinth against a blue background

Soundcore Sleep A30 review: I have insomnia and these are the only sleep earbuds I'll be using from now on

By Peter Wolinski published

The Soundcore Sleep A30s make serious headway over the previous and are the only sleep earbuds I'd recommend you buy.

Earbuds
Sennheiser HDB 630

I just tested Sennheiser's newest ANC headphones, and they're the most detailed wireless headphones I've ever used

By Tammy Rogers published

Sennheiser's new ANC headphones are a winning formula with epic sound and a very comfortable fit — but they cost more than just about everything else.

Over-Ear Headphones
Skullcandy Push 720 Open in black and silver colorway with charging case photographed on a blue background

Skullcandy Push 720 Open review

By Ashley Thieme published

The Skullcandy Push 720 Open are decent waterproof workout buds with a useful case, but you can get more for your money elsewhere.

Earbuds
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