The Best Portable Speakers of 2025

If you're interested in a top-notch device that allows you to take your music on the go, Abt's best portable speakers of 2025 list is the ultimate resource for all your audio needs. Whatever you seek in your listening experience, whether you shop by brand, price, special features, water resistance, voice assistance or battery life, we're bound to carry a portable speaker that perfectly fits your musical lifestyle. Keep reading to find out our choices for the best portable speakers of 2025. Any one of these devices could be an amazing addition to your wishlist, so explore these products and get ready to experience larger-than-life sound.

Note: The models highlighted in our best portable speakers of 2025 are the same speakers highlighted in 2024, making these devices two time winners.

The first device in our best portable speakers of 2025 is a fantastic entry-level option: The JBL Clip 5. While the speaker itself is small in size, it still packs a powerful punch of JBL Pro Sound, providing rich bass to whatever you're listening to. Though the audio provided by this speaker is impressive for its compact design, you can make the sound even bigger with Auracast™. Auracast™ gives listeners the ability to pair the JBL Clip 5 with multiple speakers from JBL, so long as they're Auracast-enabled. This creates multi-dimensional stereo sound that's bound to immerse any listener every time you press play. The JBL Clip 5 is also compatible with the JBL Portable app. There, you can unlock audio features, get product support and receive device updates all from your smartphone. The app also features multiple EQ preset options and a customizable equalizer. Both features give users the power to personalize the highs, mids and lows to tailor their listening experience to their exact liking. On a single charge, the JBL Clip 5 offers 12 hours of playtime. If you tap Playtime Boost, though, you can add an extra three hours to your listening. Plus, this boost will optimize and tune your music to sound louder and more crisp. You can even listen to music outside or by the pool without worry of speaker damage, thanks to the IP67 waterproof and dustproof design. The JBL Clip 5 gets its portability from the built-in carabiner, which has been redesigned to have a wider opening so you can attach it to almost anything. It also comes in several colors including black, blue, camouflage, purple, red and white so listeners can choose which device expresses their personality the most.

If you're looking for a device that's a step above our entry-level pick, the second speaker on our best portable speakers of 2025 list is a top-notch mid-range choice: the JBL Flip 6. The JBL Flip 6 consists of a two-way speaker system, engineered to produce powerful, crystal-clear audio. The tweeter within the device delivers crisp high frequencies, while the racetrack-shaped woofer produces stunning midrange and lower frequencies. The speaker also has optimized dual passive radiators, which use Harman's advanced algorithm to provide deeper, fine-tuned bass. Want to seamlessly switch between devices as you stream music? The JBL Flip 6 can connect to up to two tablets or smartphones at the same time, so you can share your DJ responsibilities with friends and family. But this is not the only multi-point connection the speaker can make. With PartyBoost, you can pair the JBL Flip 6 with one or more JBL PartyBoost-compatible speakers to create stereo sound. Just like the speaker we featured above, this model is also compatible with the JBL Portable app, which offers a variety of listening benefits. The JBL Flip 6 has a 12-hour battery life and when the time comes to plug it in, the model offers USB charging protection as well. If the connector detects salt, water or other chemicals, an alert will sound for you to unplug your speaker before any damage occurs. Just like the JBL model above, this device is IP67 waterproof and dustproof. The speaker has a versatile design too, as it can be stood horizontally or vertically, providing the same sound performance either way. The JBL Flip 6 also comes in several colors including black, blue, camouflage, gray, red and teal.

While our first two picks were both waterproof and dustproof, you may be seeking an audio device that's specifically designed for the outdoors. Out of all the best portable speakers of 2025, the number one option in this case is the Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II. Dual passive radiators, an omnidirectional acoustic deflector and a highly efficient transducer within the speaker work together to produce an immersive, lifelike sound every time you listen. If you're interested in hearing the same song in different rooms, Bose SimplySync technology has your back. Just group this device with two or more Bose speakers and you'll be able to change locations without missing a beat, all while the speakers perfectly sync to play your music. There are even more features, settings and tips to unlock upon using the Bose Connect app. Feel free to enable Party Mode or Stereo Mode, manage Bluetooth connections and more all from your smartphone. Don't have your cell phone within reach? If you press and hold the multi-function button on your speaker, voice technology like Google Assistant or Siri can take verbal commands from you. Within the Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that offers up to 17 hours of playtime per charge so you can listen all day. The device is also water resistant; it can withstand a splash without sacrificing your music. Feel free to use the flexible fabric handle to bring your speaker to the pool, to the park or anywhere else you'd like.

Some of the most popular portable speakers at Abt can be categorized as "party speakers", meaning they are much larger and louder to accommodate big events and celebrations. The next device on our best portable speakers of 2025 list fits within this party speaker category, but it's an ideal investment for those working within a budget: the JBL PartyBox On-the-Go Essential speaker. This speaker also utilizes JBL's Pro Sound, taking the power to the next level so all of your guests can hear the party playlist. Whether you're outdoors or indoors, you can expect pure mids, crisp highs and rich bass, which can be made even heavier with the Bass Boost feature. The speaker can work with any Bluetooth-enabled device you own, making music streaming as easy as possible. Should you not have a Bluetooth device with you, the speaker also has a built-in USB port that can accommodate accessories like thumb drives so you can plug in your playlist instead. However you decide to play your music, the JBL PartyBox On-the-Go speaker will provide a colorful, dynamic light show that matches up to the beat of every song. You can also choose from a variety of preset patterns for a truly dazzling party experience. If you want to make the sound even more powerful, just pair this device with another compatible party speaker using a True Wireless Stereo (TWS) Bluetooth connection. One of the best parts of the JBL PartyBox On-the-Go speaker is the built-in microphone and guitar inputs (although the device already comes with a JBL wireless microphone). These ports allow you to plug in an instrument and begin an impromptu live performance, the speaker becoming a makeshift amp. You can even tune the echo, bass and treble on the microphone to capture the best vocal effects possible. The JBL PartyBox On-the-Go speaker offers six hours of playtime and an IPX4 splashproof design, making it the perfect device for a pool party or beach hangout. Bringing the speaker to each celebration is easy as well, thanks to the attached shoulder strap.

The last device on our best portable speakers of 2025 is another party speaker, although this model is higher end, offering more luxury audio features every time you listen: the Sony XV900 Portable Bluetooth Wireless Party Speaker. This speaker offers omnidirectional party lighting and party sound supported by six tweeters located around the rear, front and sides of the device for ultimate clarity. All vocals and mid-range frequencies will truly shine thanks to the dedicated stereo drivers. On top of this, the Jet Bass Booster port and an X-Blanaced Speaker Unit woofer work together to provide powerful, punchy bass without distortion. The speaker is also equipped with an X-Balanced diaphragm with a unique rectangular design, allowing for a larger surface area that enhances both the clarity and power of your music. If you enable the LIVE SOUND feature, your music will take on the atmosphere of a concert so you feel like you're experiencing songs live. The MEGA BASS feature, on the other hand, levels up the lower end to make the bass even more impactful. This speaker even has the power to pair with up to 100 compatible speakers via Party Connect, syncing your lights and your music to the absolute max. Any changes or adjustments you'd like to make to the audio settings can be done on the Music Center app. There, you can also control Party Connect, cue the next song, select playlists and more. The most unique function available on the Sony XV900 speaker is the TV Sound Booster. This feature can enhance the sound on a variety of audio/visual content, including movies and videos, for further immersion and enjoyment. Just like the party speaker above, this model has two inputs for a microphone and a guitar so you can put on live performances using the device as an amp. If you need to power up any of your devices, this product offers USB charging as well. The Sony XV900 speaker has a large 25-hour battery life but if you're desperate for more listening time, a quick ten-minute charge will give you an additional three hours of music. No matter how long your speaker is plugged in, the Battery Care function will protect your device from overcharging.

These advanced audio devices are just a fraction of the portable speakers available for you to browse at Abt. The products we've picked for our best portable speakers of 2025 are engineered to make your favorite music sound the best it can in any environment. Still figuring out which of these five options will work best for your listening habits? Discover more helpful information in our wireless speaker buying guide so you can make the best investment in your audio experience. If you're still left with questions about the various models on our best portable speakers of 2025 list, turn to the sound specialists at Abt for further assistance at 800-860-3577.