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Modern day speakers come in all shapes and sizes - from large, powerful home systems to compact battery-powered Bluetooth speakers. Whether they connect via Bluetooth or over wi-fi, are to take on holiday or for a multi-room set-up, there are lots of things to consider before you buy beyond simply price. You can spend as little as £50 or as much as £500, but whatever your budget, this expert guide will show you everything you need to look for.

Buying the best wireless speaker for you.

To help you find your perfect speaker - be it for at home or out and about - our dedicated interactive tool will show you the key features to look for. Get started by clicking on the images below and discover all you need to know before you buy.

How much should I spend on a speaker?

 Wireless speakers can vary greatly in price - entry level Bluetooth models that are light on features can be picked up for less than £50, whereas larger, premium models can cost 10 times that figure. Wi-fi enabled wireless speakers tend to cost a little more with few sub £100 models on the market, so creating a multi-room speaker system can soon become pretty expensive.

What makes a good speaker?

Sound quality is the top cosideration when choosing the best wireless or Bluetooth speaker, however the latest models are packing in more extra features than ever before, so picking the best one can be a challenge. For example, some models can access online radio stations and streaming services - such as Spotify - giving you a greater choice of music to listen to. Here are the main features to look for.

Bluetooth connectivity

Many of speakers use a Bluetooth connection to wirelessly play music stored on mobile devices, such as phones and tablets. They can also be used to enhance the sound quality of your phone or tablet, for example you can watch a YouTube video on your tablet with the audio coming out of your Bluetooth speaker.

63% The difference in scores between the best and worst Bluetooth speakers

Pros: Easy to set up on most speakers, doesn't tie your phone down, great for playing music stored on your mobile device and streamed from music services - such as Spotify, can be used to enhance the audio on your mobile phone or tablet.

Cons: Limited range of around 10 metres before the connection is lost, need to own a Bluetooth device to play music from, music may stop if you recieve a phone call when connected.

Wi-fi connectivity.

The latest breed of speakers connect to your home internet network over a wi-fi connection, to wirelessly play your favourite albums. They still need to be plugged into mains, but other than that are completely free of wires. Most wi-fi enabled speakers from the same brand can be synchronised to form a multi-room speaker system, where you can play the same music simultaneously from all connected speakers, or different songs from each individual speaker, all from the same audio source.

Pros: Users are free to move around their house without audio interference, can be controlled by mobile device or computer, most brands give you access to a host of online music streaming services.

Cons: Can be tricky to set up, need a reliable wi-fi internet connection, music service subscription may be needed to make the most out of them, can only playback audio from devices on the same wi-fi network.

Battery power

If you're hoping to move your speaker from room to room, out in the garden, or even travelling with you, look for a compact model which can run on battery power alone. The best can last more than 15 hours without needing a recharge, whereas other models we've tested will struggle to see you through two or three albums. 35 hours The difference between the wireless speakers with the longest and shortest battery life from our testing We've tested several battery powered speakers that are both compact and lightweight, without compromising on sound quality. They tend to be exclusively Bluetooth but some battery-powered wireless speakers can connect via wi-fi.

Pros: Can move the speaker without interrupting your music, great for garden parties, some last for hours and hours.

Cons: Batteries may need replacing over time, some need regular recharging.

Speaker controls

Most speakers are simple to set up and use, but an often overlooked aspect is how you control your phone or MP3 player when it’s connected to the unit itself. Many have both physical buttons and a remote control, but how much you can control through these varies widely between models. Apart from the usual buttons for playing, pausing and skipping tracks, look for a remote control that lets you search for specific songs, artists and playlists. Or a speaker that has a dedicated mobile app to control your music.

Pros: Greater control over your music.

Cons: Some onboard controls can be awkward to use. 

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