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

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 ...