The 5 Best Bluetooth Speakers Under $100 - Spring 2025

The Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4 is the best Bluetooth speaker under $100 we've tested. This portable Bluetooth speaker is made of recycled plastic and comes in various colors to match your style. Plus, its portable design makes it ideal for listening at home and on the go. Thanks to its built-in strap, you can attach it to your bag, and its IP67 rating for dust and water resistance keeps it safe from the elements next time you're at the park. It even floats in water, making it a great addition to your next pool party.

The fourth iteration of this popular speaker introduces a dedicated 'Podcast' mode, in addition to the 'Outdoor' mode added with the last generation. While this version introduces USB-C charging, its lack of a companion app means it's quite limited when it comes to sound customization. That said, this speaker also shines when it comes to sound quality. Out of the box, voices and lead instruments reproduce accurately, so it's suitable for many podcasts, music genres, and audiobooks. Like most small, budget speakers, it lacks some low-bass, so you'll notice less rumble in bass-heavy genres like EDM and hip-hop. With a battery life of over 13 hours, this speaker is a great pick for listening to your favorite tunes all day.

Want more control over your speaker's sound? Check out the Anker Soundcore Flare 2. This portable Bluetooth speaker is one of the few options in this price range that comes with a graphic EQ to customize its sound. Also, it offers lots of different EQ presets to suit different types of audio content, like 'Default,' 'Voice,' 'Chill,' and 'Flat.' Given the speaker's balanced sound right out of the box, you may not even need these tools in the first place. Voices and lead instruments are reproduced with clarity and detail, and there's a little punch in the bass.

The Flare 2's unique design is great for smaller parties. RGB lights circle the speaker, and you can customize the colors and patterns in the app. Thanks to its lightweight, portable design, it's more than suitable for taking your music wherever you go. It's even rated IPX7 for water resistance. That said, its eight-hour battery life is less impressive than what you get with the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4, and it doesn't get as loud. Still, it may be worth the trade-off if you want more control over your speaker's sound.

EDM and hip-hop fans can check out the Anker Soundcore Boom 2. While it usually retails for more, it's frequently on sale at around the $100 mark. This portable Bluetooth speaker reproduces a pretty extended low-bass compared to similarly priced models, injecting some punch into the mix. If you want even more, use the BassUp feature to add an additional boost to the low end. Plus, the graphic EQ and presets in its companion app give you even more ability to switch up its sound. It also packs an impressive 16 hours of battery life, so you can go a whole weekend without needing to recharge.

The Boom 2 has a portable design that's great for listening to music on the go. Its built-in handle lets you easily transport it from one room to another. It's even rated IPX7 for water resistance, so it can be submerged in water and will even float. However, it's larger and heavier than the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4 and the Anker Soundcore Flare 2, which isn't ideal for everyone, but it does have a nifty carrying handle. Despite its size, the Boom 2 is a great choice if you love to hear more bass in the mix.

Mini speakers are a great choice for bringing your favorite tunes on the go—and the Sony SRS-XB100 is the best we've tested at this price. Thanks to its small and lightweight design, it's easy to carry this speaker from room to room or to take it with you on your next outdoor adventure. It has a built-in carrying strap to attach to your bag or backpack, and since it's rated IP67 for dust and water resistance, it can withstand some exposure to the elements. With a battery life of over 20 hours, you don't have to worry about recharging while you're out.

This speaker doesn't come with sound customization tools like the Anker Soundcore Flare 2, but you may find that you don't need them in the first place. Its sound is clear and balanced out of the box, making it suitable for many different music genres. Plus, its 360-degree design brings a clean, clear sound from all angles. You can even pair it up with a second unit to enjoy stereo sound. Overall, the Sony is worth consideration if you're looking for a small speaker at a wallet-friendly price.

You can also check out our recommendations for the best small Bluetooth speakers for other similarly sized speakers.

On a tighter budget? The Anker Soundcore 2S might be the best option for you. Don't let its low price fool you: this speaker boasts a balanced mid-range that represents voices and instruments accurately. It can't reproduce as much bass as more expensive picks like the Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM 4, but its slightly recessed treble lends your audio a warm timbre that some listeners might appreciate. You can use its companion app to adjust its sound using the graphic EQ and presets, and it also comes with a 'Bass Up' feature that slightly boosts the low end. And for the style-conscious among you, it comes in three colors, so you can find a variant that suits your vibe.

This speaker is well-suited for on-the-go use thanks to its small and portable design. It's also rated IPX7 for water resistance, so it'll withstand getting rained on while you're at the park, and it lasts over 14 hours off a single charge. If this speaker is out of stock, the Anker Soundcore 3 is worth checking out instead. Though usually a bit more expensive and not quite as well-built as our pick, it performs very similarly overall and even comes with a PartyCast mode that lets you play the same audio through 100 identical units.

Check out our best Bluetooth speakers under $50 article if you're curious about more similarly priced models.