Our Experts Written by David Carnoy Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement How we test What to consider Budget Before anything else, you'll want to figure out how much you're willing to spend on a new Bluetooth speaker. Size Be sure to balance size with performance if you're looking for something that's easily portable. Durability Many Bluetooth speakers are now fully waterproof and some are fully dustproof. If you're planning on taking the speaker with you to the beach or on a hiking trip, consider a more durable speaker. Speakerphone capabilities Some speakers have a built-in microphone that turns them into a speakerphone when making calls on your cell phone. Table of Contents Back to selection