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Edifier ES20 Bluetooth speaker in ivory photographed on a gray table in front of a blue background.
I've been using this tiny Bluetooth speaker for 3 months — its surprisingly big sound has transformed my home listening (and it's on sale right now)

By Ashley Thieme Published

The Edifier ES20 is a tiny speaker that can withstand the elements and provide big sound, and it's currently on sale for a limited time.

Bluetooth Speakers
Bose Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar shown in living room
Bose Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar hands-on review: Finally, a real Sonos Arc Ultra rival

By Nick Pino Published

This new premium soundbar has a lot going for it

Soundbars
Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker
I’ve been testing the Bose Lifestyle Ultra speaker for a week — Sonos has some real competition

By Mike Prospero Published

Recommended

I've been testing the Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker for a week and it sounds amazing, but faces some real competition from established players

Smart Speakers
Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker - all thee colors
I went hands-on with the Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker — and Sonos should be worried

By Mike Prospero Published

The new Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker looks to compete with Sonos and Apple in the smart speaker space; I got an early first look (and listen).

Smart Speakers
the jbl xtreme 5 with water splashing on it outside in the park showing its waterproofing
I tested the JBL Xtreme 5 for a week and I'm obsessed — this upgrade needs to come to every Bluetooth speaker

By Erin Bashford Published

I tested the brand-new JBL Xtreme 5, and it boasts one major upgrade I hope comes to every Bluetooth speaker.

Bluetooth Speakers
the JBL Xtreme 5 bluetooth speaker in blue shown with the rugged carry strap and buttons
I tested the JBL Xtreme 5 vs JBL Xtreme 4 — and it's closer than I thought

By Erin Bashford Published

Should you buy the new JBL Xtreme 5 or save your money and get the older JBL Xtreme 4? I've reviewed both, so I'll help you choose.

Bluetooth Speakers
JBL Go 5 vs JBL Go 4
I tested the JBL Go 5 vs JBL Go 4 budget Bluetooth speakers — and there’s a clear winner under $60

By Nikita Achanta Published

The JBL Go 5 is here after a two-year wait, but is it any better than the JBL Go 4? I put the two budget Bluetooth speakers through their paces to find out.

Bluetooth Speakers
the denon home 400 smart speaker with 6 drivers with individual amp
Denon Home 400 review: The Sonos Era 300 alternative audiophiles have been waiting for

By Erin Bashford Published

Recommended

Denon Home 400 is a gorgeous, inconspicuous, and audiophile-approved home speaker perfect alone or as part of a larger setup, despite smart assistant issues.

Speakers
the JBL Xtreme 5 bluetooth speaker in blue shown with the rugged carry strap and buttons
JBL Xtreme 5 review: The most rugged, bassiest, and gnarliest Xtreme yet

By Erin Bashford Published

Editor's Choice

The JBL Xtreme 5 is a worthy upgrade from the Xtreme 4, with louder, bassier sound, a new LED lightshow, and enviable clarity in the mids and highs.

Bluetooth Speakers
Echo Dot Max on a book shelf
Best smart speakers in 2026 — Alexa, Google, and Siri tested

By Tammy Rogers Last updated

The best smart speakers put Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri in your home to answer questions, control smart home devices, play music and more.

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