The best budget Bluetooth speaker under 200 can be found in the Bose portable speaker family or other brands. If you care to know which is the best for your budget, here’s our experts’ attested review.
The truth remains that you can easily get a Bluetooth speaker on any budget. There are low-budget portable speakers that work with Bluetooth technology; similarly, there are high-priced Bluetooth speakers.
However, in this article today, we are reviewing the best budget speakers you can get for your need.
These speakers are priced below 200 bucks and they are reliable; plus, they serve for a lot of purposes, and also they are practically waterproofed.
Our team of audio enthusiasts carefully tested these speakers to verify that they are really what you need. Thus, below are the best Bluetooth portable speakers under $200.
Table of Contents
- 1 Best Budget Speakers Under 200 Dollars
- 2 1. Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth Speaker II
- 3 2. Bose SoundLink Color Bluetooth Speaker
- 4 3. OontZ Angle 3 (3rd Gen)
- 5 4. House of Marley Speaker
- 6 5. Ion Explorer Outback 2 Bluetooth Speaker System
- 7 6. Waterproof JBL Pulse 3 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
- 8 7. Waterproof Ultimate Ears BOOM 2 Portable speaker
- 9 8. Black Wireless Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 4 Bluetooth Speaker
- 10 9. Voice Controlled Sonos One (Gen 1) – Smart Speaker
- 11 10. JBL Charge 3 speaker
- 12 Wrap Up:
Best Budget Speakers Under 200 Dollars
1. Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth Speaker II
Bose is a popular Bluetooth speaker manufacturer; there are lots of portable speakers from this manufacturer available in the market. However, this particular model is spectacular and functions impressively.
It supports Bluetooth connection and also features some other connectivity options such as aux input for connecting non-Bluetooth devices.
The Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth Speaker II can last for long hours after it is fully charged. Plus, it can be used by the seaside as it is structured with sturdy waterproof materials.
Also, this speaker is available in different colors and can be paired with your PC, desktop, mobile phone, and other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
You will enjoy excellent sound quality from this speaker; its bass production is deep. The more enticing feature of this Bluetooth speaker by Bose is the built-in speakerphone which allows for hands-free calls.
2. Bose SoundLink Color Bluetooth Speaker
Here’s another impressive speaker from Bose; this speaker performed very well in our tests and is worthy of its position in this list.
The Bose SoundLink Color Bluetooth Speaker is available in different beautiful colors, and its ultra-portable design makes it a perfect choice for most people looking for a versatile, everyday speaker that won’t cost much.
Firstly, the sound output of this speaker is decent and the bass is quite deep enough for a mobile gamer.
You could pair this speaker with a lot of compatible devices and enjoy seamless playback streaming.
Inside this speaker hides a couple of sturdy drivers, which are fortified for optimal performance. Plus, the battery runtime is quite satisfying.
All the controls you need to get the best from this speaker are arranged at the top panel. You can connect your devices that do not have Bluetooth support via the aux input option.
Our experts assure you that this is an ideal portable Bluetooth speaker for everyone.
3. OontZ Angle 3 (3rd Gen)
When an audiophile talks about the best portable speakers to buy, the audiophile is most likely to include the OontZ Angle 3 (3rd Gen) Bluetooth speaker.
This is arguably the best speaker you can buy in the market right now. It is the most popular/sort-after speaker in most online eCommerce sites like Amazon.
The OontZ Angle 3 (3rd Gen) speaker is a sophisticated speaker you can use to satisfy all your audio needs.
Surprisingly, this speaker goes out for a price under 50 bucks, yet, it obtained an IPX5 rating to prove that it can be used anywhere, and at any time.
This Bluetooth speaker comes with a built-in microphone and remains connected to your device even at a distance of 100 feet away (no obstruction).
You can pair/connect this speaker with a lot of devices, including TVs.
OontZ Angle 3 (3rd Gen) is a perfect option for many people. While it’s the low price, one of the main reasons for its popularity, our team of experts believes that this speaker yet outperforms some highly-priced Bluetooth speakers in the market.
4. House of Marley Speaker
You may have not heard about this speaker before now. It is a great portable speaker, stocked with robust drivers, stylishly designed, and structured for best performance.
It looks more like a vintage speaker and it is very beautiful. This speaker was able to deliver room-filling sound with impressive highs and mids.
It’s quite funny to say that Sammy (a member of our audio expert team) fell in love with the vintage design of this speaker while testing it out.
All the controls you need to use this speaker are nicely arranged on the top. One of the best features of this speaker is its ability to automatically reconnect to the last used Bluetooth device.
The battery runtime depends on how you use the speaker; however, it lasts pretty long. Your hands may fall a bit when you hold up this speaker because it is a Lil bit heavy.
5. Ion Explorer Outback 2 Bluetooth Speaker System
Some people love rugged stuff, if you’re one of such, this is a sturdy speaker system to check out. It is priced below $200 and integrates a PA system with a microphone.
This Bluetooth speaker serves for a lot of purposes and obtained IPX5 rating to assure users of its resistance to moisture, water, splashes, and rain.
Interestingly, you’re getting the microphone and its cable alongside with this speaker in the box.
For a basic user, the buttons on this system may seem confusing; however, they’re quite intuitive and handy.
There is just one color design for this speaker available in the market. Its construction is satisfying, and if you’ve been in a situation where you need a Public Address system, this may just be what you need.
6. Waterproof JBL Pulse 3 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
Now, here comes the favorite of many of us at MHS. This Bluetooth speaker is ultra-portable and it is fully waterproofed.
The first thing that will get you attracted to this speaker is its sleek design and finish.
JBL has carefully streamlined this speaker to appear attractive to the eyes. However, far from its physical beauty, this portable speaker performs very well and delivers very clean sound.
You can control this JBL speaker from the official app – JBL Connect App. More so, it is possible to sync more than 100 units of this speaker to function as one.
Furthermore, the speaker goes on to support noise and echo canceling speakerphone so that you can enjoy making calls with the speaker.
You can as well customize the 360° light show sets to enjoy your playbacks better.
7. Waterproof Ultimate Ears BOOM 2 Portable speaker
Ultimate Ears has managed to make it ways into the home of most audiophiles with a wide range of portable Bluetooth speakers, which of no doubt very impressive in their performance.
This particular Bluetooth speaker model from the infamous manufacturer retails at a very affordable price and it is a real deal for most mobile gamers and audio/sound lovers.
This speaker may appear very long in pictures but in the real sense, its length is comfortable.
There are different color options for this Bluetooth speaker and they are all waterproofed (certified IPX7).
You can use this speaker for mini home parties, beach parties, and other activities. Similarly like the JBL Pulse 3, you can connect multiple units of this speaker for more intense sound.
Also, the battery on this speaker lasts for quite a long time; however, the runtime depends on how you use the speaker.
The features of this speaker what you would expect from a Bluetooth speaker under 200.
8. Black Wireless Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 4 Bluetooth Speaker
Maybe it’s time to get smarter by choosing a Bluetooth speaker that is also smart. The Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 4 hooks you up with Google now or Siri with just the tap of a button.
Nevertheless, this action needs to be configured from the mobile app – HK Connect app. Our experts were satisfied with the length of hours the battery could run after a full charge.
More interestingly, the sound quality got from this speaker is quite impressive and suitable for a lot of needs.
For more intense sound, it is possible to add up and pair tons of this speaker model. Also, you can possibly connect dual smartphones or any two Bluetooth-enabled devices at a go.
The fabric used in designing this speaker creates an impression when you see the speaker.
9. Voice Controlled Sonos One (Gen 1) – Smart Speaker
With inbuilt Alexa voice assistant support and a variety of connectivity options, this portable Bluetooth speaker is one of the best you can get for personal use.
It is a portable speaker system you can easily carry around from one place to another.
This speaker is available in a black or white finish variant; plus, it works with Alexa to stream media from various supported platforms such as TuneIn, Spotify, Amazon Music, and others.
Interestingly, you can pair this speaker with Sonos Home Sound System speakers (if you’re using any) to enjoy more intense sound and deeper bass.
It can produce room-filling sound and can be mountable on the wall if you wish.
While the built-in Alexa support has been one of the key factors why people go for this speaker, our experts confirm that its performance was up to the par.
10. JBL Charge 3 speaker
Lastly on our list is another good speaker from JBL. This budget Bluetooth speaker is fairly priced and there are many color options to choose from.
Well, it is very important to know that this speaker can be used anywhere and also at any time; it is a waterproofed speaker designed with elastic, patented materials for reassured reliability and durability.
According to results from our experts’ tests, the JBL charge 3 speaker is one of the best budget Bluetooth speaker under 200 with as it pulled some unimagined performances.
You can connect more than two devices at once to this speaker (maximum of 3 devices).
In addition, up to 100 or more of this speaker model and be synchronized to act as one. In all, the JBL Charge 3 is a versatile speaker for everyone.
Wrap Up:
These are the best budget Bluetooth speakers under 200 as submitted by our experts. All speakers listed out here are highly recommended by MHS and they are durable.
