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A JBL Go 5 Bluetooth speaker in blue

I’m soundtracking my summer with the $54 JBL Go 5 — it’s one of the best budget speakers I’ve ever used

By Nikita Achanta published

I've spent the last couple of weeks listening to my favorite tunes on the JBL Go 5, and here's why it's the perfect speaker for the summer.

Bluetooth Speakers
JBL Go 5 Bluetooth speaker in blue

The JBL Go 5 is one of the best budget speakers I’ve tested, and it offers stellar sound for just $54

By Nikita Achanta published

Editor's Choice

The JBL Go 5 is a compact and budget speaker, offering refined sound quality, excellent IP68-rated durability, and it's accompanied by a user-friendly app.

Bluetooth Speakers
Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 in orange in the charging case with the lid open to reveal the earbuds

I test dozens of workout headphones every year and these are my 5 top picks right now

By James Frew last updated

We put the best workout headphones to the test to help you find a set that'll keep you motivated whatever your training style.

Fitness
Earbuds from CMF by Nothing / EarFun / Soundcore by Anker / JLab / Final on a grey background

I test earbuds for a living and these are the 12 best cheap earbuds you can buy right now

By Ashley Thieme published

My job is testing the best audio gear and finding out what's worth your money. These are my top 12 picks for affordable earbuds.

Earbuds
the apple airpods max 2 in blue photographed against a blue tom's guide background, showing the mesh headband, anodized aluminum ear cups, carry case, and controls

AirPods Max 2 are my favorite over-ear headphones — but I hate that I can't create my own EQ

By Erin Bashford published

I love my AirPods Max 2, but I wish I could adjust my EQ.

Headphones
u-turn audio orbit special turntable

I got my first turntable six months ago — and I've never felt so connected to music (even if my bank account is crying)

By Erin Bashford published

I got the U-Turn Audio Orbit Special six months ago, and it's made me very happy ... but very poor. Buying records is addictive.

Audio
the cmf headphone pro / cmf by nothing headphone pro / nothing headphone pro in black photographed against a blue tom's guide background

Best cheap noise-canceling headphones

By Tammy Rogers last updated

Great ANC performance doesn't need to cost an arm and a leg. All these models are under $150 and are the best cheap noise-cancelling headphones and wireless earbuds we've tested.

Headphones
JBL Custom speaker

These custom JBL speakers are the viral summer accessory of 2026 — and you can get one for $69

By Dave LeClair published

These speakers are incredibly popular right on social media, and it's not just about their value or audio quality.

Bluetooth Speakers
cmf buds 2a in the orange colorway photographed in front of a blue background

I've been testing CMF by Nothing's sub-$40 earbuds — here's 3 things I like and 2 things I don't

By Ashley Thieme published

The CMF Buds 2a are some of the most impressive cheap wireless earbuds I've ever tested. Here's what I like and what I don't like.

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a composite image of the Soundcore Boom 2, Bose Soundlink Flex (2nd Gen), Tribit Stormbox Lava, Tribit PocketGo, Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4, Ultimate Ears Everboom, Jbl Charge 6 Bluetooth speakers created using AI

I test Bluetooth speakers for a living and these are my 12 top picks for outdoor listening this summer

By Ashley Thieme published

As the weather gets warmer, these are the best Bluetooth speakers to consider for outdoor music listening.

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