I'm an audio reviewer, and these are the top 5 Bluetooth speakers of 2025 — picks from JBL, B&O, LG and more

Meet the stars of 2025

28 Dec 2025, 14:30 · TechRadar

Opinion By Harry Padoan published 28 December 2025

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I’ve tested a whole lot of Bluetooth speakers here at TechRadar – more than 30 to be exact. And this year, I’ve got my mitts on so many amazing models, including everything from mini audio companions through to almighty party speakers.

It only seems fitting to celebrate some of the very best Bluetooth speakers released this year, although cutting it down to just 5 has been a real challenge! I’ve decided to stick to one speaker per brand, simply for the sake of diversity and choice. You’ll also find models for all sorts of budgets here – not just ultra-expensive audiophile gear!

When creating this list, I factored in a variety of attributes. Of course, sound quality is a big one – but I’ve also considered the breadth and quality of smart features, as well as the look and build quality of each speaker. Perhaps most importantly, though, I put value for money at the heart of each pick, so you can rest assured that every model will offer plenty of bang for your buck.

With all of that said, let’s dive into my top 5!

5. LG xboom Stage 301

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This is one of the more unconventional Bluetooth speakers that I tested in 2025, but that really isn’t a bad thing! The LG xboom Stage 301 is modelled on a wedge-style stage speaker, and it's a great option for getting the party started.

It's got immersive dual-bar RGB lighting that you can customize via a companion app, nifty EQ options, and even DJ effects built-in. You also get karaoke functionality with reverb and voice-changing effects available. Combine that with a very solid battery life and effective AI-enabled sound calibration, and there’s just so much to sink your teeth into.

Although LG doesn’t always get it spot on in the sound department, I was a big fan of this model’s audio performance. Bass isn’t outrageously powerful, but this speaker still reaches down nice and low, and I was really impressed with the clean and agile low-frequency output. Mids and highs are also replicated adeptly, and there’s limited distortion and compression on show, even at higher volumes.

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