20 Cheap Bluetooth Speakers With Good Bass
By Robert Jones · 2020-12-06
Bass is something everyone loves. Here are 20 cheap Bluetooth speakers with good bass quality under $100.
# 20 Bluetooth Speakers Under a Ton That'll Shake Your Bits Right, so everyone loves a bit of bass, don't they? That thump in your chest, the rumble you feel rather than just hear. For ages, big bass meant big bucks, especially with decent Hi-Fi. But portable Bluetooth speakers? They've come on leaps and bounds. You can get something genuinely decent these days without having to remortgage the house. I've been kicking around with these little boxes for years, ever since they started becoming a thing. And let me tell you, finding a cheap Bluetooth speaker that actually delivers a proper low end, not just a flabby thud, is tougher than you'd think. So, I’ve rounded up 20 of ’em that I reckon are worth a look if you’re trying to keep things under a hundred quid. I’ve had many of these in for testing, some for full reviews, others just for a quick blast in the workshop or out in the garden. Some are old favourites, some are newer arrivals, but they all share one thing: they won't break the bank and they won't disappoint with the bottom end. ### Tribit MaxSound Plus Honestly, Tribit has been knocking it out of the park for a while now. This MaxSound Plus is a proper little bruiser. They call it XBass, and it really does deliver a deep, rich sound. I had one of these rattling around in the garage for a good six months, and it took everything I threw at it. Great for background tunes while you're tinkering. * **Pros:** Killer bass for the money, good battery life, pretty tough. * **Cons:** Can be a bit boomy if you push it too hard on certain tracks. ### JBL Clip 4 Now, this isn't going to blow your socks off, but for its size? It's surprisingly potent. It's tiny, so you can clip it onto anything. I used one of these on a camping trip last summer, tucked onto my rucksack. For a personal speaker, it's got some decent depth. Don't expect concert-hall bass, but for its form factor, it's impressive. * **Pros:** Super portable, surprisingly good bass for size, distinctive design. * **Cons:** Not for big spaces, limited in volume headroom. ### Anker Soundcore 3 Anker is another brand that just keeps getting it right. The Soundcore 3 is a solid all-rounder. It’s got that signature Anker reliability, and the bass is tight and punchy. I had its predecessor for ages, and this one builds on that. Perfect for just about anywhere you want some background music with a bit of oomph. * **Pros:** Reliable, balanced sound, good battery, decent bass presence. * **Cons:** Not the most exciting design, sound can be a bit