Speaker reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 240 Reddit reviews across 35 subreddits and 132 posts to rank the best Speaker brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Bluetooth_Speakers, r/BudgetAudiophile, r/hometheater, r/StereoAdvice, r/WirelessSpeakers. Top-rated brands include JBL (4.4/5), Earfun (4.5/5), Soundcore (4.2/5).
Stats
Reviews240
Subreddits35
Posts132
Brands53
Products77
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#1
JBL
4.4
(34)
"Partybox 110 as well."
"JBL flip 6."
"The sound quality is great!"
"No, the JBL PartyBox 310 is great and unrivaled in its segment."
"I got 2 Ultimates, besides a real PA setup, this is the best you can get."
"No other speaker comes close for the fidelity you get out of that size."
"JBL Partybox 110"
"JBL PartyBox 310"
"I recommend the JBL PartyBox 100 or the Anker Soundcore Motion+."
"The jbl partybox encore probably has the deepest bass of any speaker around 200."
#2
Earfun
4.5
(28)
"Please take a look at the EarFun UBOOM X."
"Check out the EarFun UBOOM X."
"EarFun UBOOM X LOVES electronic music."
"I just got the earfun uboom X last night and I'm loving it."
"The earfun uboom x is the best option."
"Earfun Uboom X."
"The UBOOM X sounds so good that you'll be very reluctant to settle for anything less."
"The EarFun UBOOM X is my best recommendation, I am absolutely satisfied with it."
"The $111 after coupon Earfun Uboom X is by far the best sounding Boombox size speaker and is what I personally use and recommend for this kind of budget and use."
"If you can handle a Boombox size speaker, the $111 after coupon Earfun Uboom X is pretty much unbeatable and has an aux input."
#3
Soundcore
4.2
(26)
"It's a fantastic bang for your buck."
"The best speaker for your budget and use is Soundcore motion 300. It is practical, loud, has a microphone for google assistant/siri, but you have to eq it in the app and it's gonna sound amazing."
"I have it and it is my second best speaker, really nice and detailed sound."
"I recently got a soundcore motion+ for 70€... I can tell you I am very satisfied with the music performance."
"Soundcore Motion+ sounds better, is way cheaper ($70) and getting 2 of them in TWS mode will give you a great sounding stereo pair."
"Get yourself a Sound core motion boom. Great sound, amazing battery life and nice price."
"Soundcore boom 2 pro/plus for base and sound quality"
"Soundcore boom 2 or earfun uboom x."
"The Soundcore Boom 2 did sound good when I heard it."
"The Soundcore Boom 2 is a baby boom box."
#4
Edifier
4.3
(22)
"Amplified: Edifier R1280 or R1700 series"
"Edifier MR4, hands down."
"Edifier MR4 are the best of those."
"Good sound quality."
"Edifier R1280 and you'll never regret"
"I can recommended edifier r1280db"
"Please go for Edifier D12."
"Edifier MR4, yan walang bluetooth"
"Edifier R1280DBs have a subwoofer out; make sure that you get the latest version with the 's' at the end."
"Just grab any Edifier actives."
#5
Tribit
4.3
(12)
"These are all worth their weight in gold: $150 on Amazon - TriBit Stormbox Blast"
"Huge huge huge recommendation for the tribit stormbox blast. Its an AMAZING speaker."
"The Tribit Stormbox Micro 2 is likely what you want."
"Tribit Xsound Plus 2. Really geeat"
"Is heavy but sounds amazing for its size."
"Tribit Stormbox Micro 2"
"Tribit i personally like the Xsound plus 2 and its on sale right now at Amazon for 52 bucks."
"As a budget option, i can confirm that the tribit xsound go works well for that purpose."
"Tribit Stormbox micro 2."
"I like my Tribit Stormbox Micro 2."
#6
KEF
4.2
(12)
"It is fucking good."
"Anything KEF will be fine."
"Good speakers should last you at least 15 years."
"KEF Q350s"
"The KEF Q350 would be better in a larger room and if you can find them they’re probably gonna be on sale."
"KEF Q150, 350, ELAC Debut3.0, Triangle Borea for new stuff should be in your budget."
"Around here Kef is very popular for speakers."
"The KEF recommended speakers are great for a very neutral and 'reference' like response."
"The KEF L and R are not expensive nor bass heavy."
"Look at the new q metas. Only like 5" deep."
#7
Klipsch
4.4
(8)
"Klipsch Promedia 2.1, around $100, great speakers."
"I think it's an excellent value for such a bang."
"It's one of the highest rated BT speakers on Amazon."
"Get the Klipsch Nashville. It sounds better and has a class leading 24 hr battery."
"Klipsch RF7 II or III."
"Klipsch RP 600 M ii; they were $450 a pair during Holidays season."
"I would stay with Klipsch and get one of their smaller bookshelf speaker."
"Klipsch has fans too but some people don't like their sound."
#8
Marshall
4.9
(7)
"Buy him a Marshall Acton 3 and put it up against a wall."
"Marshall Acton 3. It was recently on sale for $200 during the holidays."
"Acton 3 all the way. It's in its own tier."
"The Marshall Action III will definitely be more of a statement piece."
"The sound is fantastic. Loud."
"As someone else mentioned, the Marshall Acton 3 is the best recommendation."
"So, the Marshall Emberton, UE Wonderboom, JBL flip could be good."
#9
Sonos
4.9
(7)
"Sonos works via wifi."
"We opted for a Sonos amp connected to 4 (non Sonos) speakers."
"Consider a Sonos One or JBL Charge 5 for good sound quality."
"I am absolutely in love with my Sonos Beam Gen 2… so much sound from such a little thing… highly recommend!"
"Get a One SL refurb or an Era 100. Plenty for the kitchen."
"Works with Apple/YouTube Music, connects to smart devices, and handles spotty internet better."
"I just wall mounted a pair of Sonos One SLs."
#10
Ultimate Ears
3.9
(7)
"Wonderbooms Ultimate ears. Those speakers are great."
"The UE boom 2 is nearly 10 years old"
"I like the Wonderboom by UE."
"I have the Wonderboom by UE, but it definitely lasts 10 hours, but it's battery life is average for a good bt speaker."
"I have used the UE Wonderboom with a laptop or tablet. It worked well."
"I've had a UE Boom 2 speaker for upwards of 8-9 years now."
"If looking for something a bit smaller then go for the wonderboom 2 or 3."
#11
Audioengine
4.6
(5)
"I've been impressed. Bluetooth. Has optical input but no ARC. Lovely sound."
"I’d recommend the Audioengine A2+ Wireless or the JBL 4305P Studio Monitors."
"These are perfect speakers for you."
"Audioengine are popular."
"Check out Audioengine, if you can find them in your area."
#12
Anker
4.0
(5)
"Punches way above it's price range."
"The sound quality seemed good at bass boosted."
"Soundcore boom 2 great overall sounding speaker especially for its price."
"I second the boom 2. It’s got excellent sound for the size."
"Anker Soundcore Boom 2 is on sale on Amazon for $90."
#13
Genelec
5.0
(4)
"If money’s no problem, go for Genelec 8341A or 8351B monitors with a Genelec 7360A subwoofer. They’re ultra clean and accurate, giving you detailed sound at any volume."
"Genelec is the way."
"Can’t go wrong with Genelecs."
"Save up for some Genelec monitors."
#14
Bose
5.0
(4)
"Bose SoundLink Flex 2 can usually be found for around $100, and is well worth it."
"Bose Soundlink Flex."
"Bose Flex has excellent sound quality."
"Bose flex is sooo good."
#15
Adam Audio
5.0
(4)
"I love these new monitors (DV3) because they are small in size and have angular base mounts which meant I didn’t have to use monitor stands and streamline the appearance in my living room."
"I just invested in Adam Audio DV3 and a KRK 10" sub. Very impressed."
"Adam audio monitors and sub."
"For example a pair of Adam audio T5V can be had for £230 (B-stock) to £270 at Thomann."
#16
Elac
4.7
(3)
"Sound very great and not expensive at all."
"Check out Elac Unifi. Concentric design like Kef, much cheaper."
"Bang for the Buck, check the newer Elac Debut 3.0."
#17
Sony
4.0
(3)
"The Sony 1 Ult 1 is a nice value."
"Sure: Sony xg300, JBL extreme 3/4."
"Sony xg300 could be an option at half the price of the epicboom."
#18
W-King
4.0
(3)
"I just purchased the W-King D10 w/mic. I had my eyes on the Soundcore Boom 2, but the D10 is one of the only affordable portable speakers that offers both wireless and 1/4 inch mic inputs."
"W-king D9 isn't bad, 60w RMS. Decent battery life and can charge your phone."
"W-king D9 is pretty good and can also act as a portable power bank."
#19
Wharfedale Super Linton
5.0
(2)
"Get these - https://en.wharfedale.eu/Products/super-linton"
"I would recomand Wharfedale Super Lintons."
#20
Soundcore Motion+
5.0
(2)
"Consider soundcore motion + . It maybe older model but still beats newer one like motion 300."
"Try soundcore motion+ that shit is impressive, less than $100."
#21
EarFun UBOOM X
5.0
(2)
"I compared the UBOOM X individually and as a stereo pair with my hi-fi system."
"I can highly recommend the EarFun UBOOM X."
#22
Marshall Acton 3
5.0
(2)
"It's smallish for the kitchen and gives huge, clear balanced sound."
"You can't go wrong with a Marshall Acton 3."
#23
Beats
4.5
(2)
"I highly recommend it."
"For medium sized speaker — Beats Pill, Marshall Emberton III."
#24
Anker Soundcore
4.5
(2)
"The soundcore motion 300 is unbeatable with the right EQ."
"Soundcore motion 300. Usually costs 80, but I am sure sale prices between now and Jan8."
#25
Dali
4.5
(2)
"The Dalis are a great choice."
"Dali stuff decent quality v price ratio I've found."
#26
Cerwin Vega
4.0
(2)
"Everything about your post screams Cerwin Vega....go for it and have fun!!"
"I'd go cheap with Cerwin Vega."
#27
PreSonus
4.0
(2)
"I got a PreSonus set for ~100 that are pretty good."
"Presonus speakers"
#28
Harman Kardon
4.0
(2)
"I’ve been using the HK Aura Studio 3 as my garage speaker recently."
"I think I’m going to go with the Harmon Kardon Aura Studio 3 for ambience."
#29
Fluance
4.0
(2)
"Fluance Ai41 powered speakers are great for $200."
"They both get glowing reviews."
#30
Kef LSX II
5.0
(1)
"If you want nice, then Kef LSX II (LT)."
#31
Genelec 8020D
5.0
(1)
"Genelec 8020D, absolutely the best desktop speakers you can get."
#32
Heco
5.0
(1)
"Heco Aurora 200 should also be a contender."
#33
Presonus Eris 3.5
5.0
(1)
"Great sounding studio monitors for the price."
#34
Ascend Acoustics
5.0
(1)
"I highly recommend Ascend Acoustics for your speakers."
#35
Wharfedale
5.0
(1)
"If you do want to switch out speakers for something warmer: https://www.musicdirect.com/equipment/speakers/wharfedale-denton-80th-anniversary-bookshelf-speakers-pair/?sku=AWFDENTONW&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAv628BhC2ARIsAIJIiK9QrilbcUtrVwa0aLV6v3_64dZH514lUm3U5oN0YjBB2QlnJTQ2vGQaAsdCEALw_wcB"
#36
Edifier R1855DB
5.0
(1)
"Can vouch for Edifier."
#37
HTD
5.0
(1)
"They're great. I've got 4 in the kitchen and always have music going."
#38
Soundcore Mega Trance
5.0
(1)
"I would go with Soundcore Mega Trance."
#39
Wilson Audio
5.0
(1)
"If you're going wired, grab some Wilson audio speakers."
#40
Bose Flex
5.0
(1)
"The audio editor for Cnet.com rated it as the best sounding personal speaker."
#41
JBL Party Box 320
5.0
(1)
"Sounds great and is loud, just turn on bass boost to punchy."
#42
JBL Boombox 2
4.0
(1)
"Refurb 190 on ebay."
#43
Minirig
4.0
(1)
"My favorite small speaker is a Minirig 3 I ordered from Minirigs in the UK."
#44
Santana
4.0
(1)
"Two Santana Samba speakers are amazing, especially in stereo mode."
#45
IK Multimedia
4.0
(1)
"I use ik multimedia iloud for travelling with - good frequency range for a small single speaker."
#46
KRK
4.0
(1)
"I have a couple KRK rokit 8” monitors which sound excellent for my home setup"
#47
Honor
4.0
(1)
"I’ve heard that the Honor Magic 7 Pro is quite good."
#48
ASUS
4.0
(1)
"You're gonna want to look into gaming phones. Like ASUS ROG phone level of speakers."
#49
Kenwood
4.0
(1)
"Went with Kenwood 6.5s in the rear door, Kenwood 6x9s in the front door."
#50
Polk Audio
4.0
(1)
"I’ve got a pair of Polk Audio Atrium 4 Outdoor Speakers that work great so far."
#51
Triangle
4.0
(1)
"I had good results with Triangle Comete EZ."
#52
Q-Acoustic
4.0
(1)
"Q-Acoustic Concept 50."
#53
Ikea
3.0
(1)
"Ikea Vappeby is a battery-optional plug-in BT speaker."
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