Weatherproof and wireless — these are the best outdoor speakers

When the weather is nice and the sun is shining, it can feel like the only thing you want to do is spend your whole day outside. Whether that means lounging by the pool, reading on your porch, working from your patio, or picnicking at the park, it doesn't get much better than enjoying the fresh air as you go about your daily activities. 

But actually, there is one thing that could make all of those scenarios even more perfect, and that would be having the right outdoor speaker to make your favorite playlist the soundtrack to all your al fresco days and nights.

Choosing the perfect outdoor speaker isn't as simple as picking the one that looks the best or seems like it has the coolest features, however. When you're choosing a speaker for listening outside, there are a few features you're going to want to prioritize, so let's consider the options before we jump into our recommendations below. Read more...

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BEST OVERALL

JBL Boombox 2

This wireless portable speaker has amazing sound, can withstand any weather, and plays music for 24 hours on one charge.

• Battery: 24 hours
• Drivers: Two woofers, two tweeters
• Waterproof?: Yes, IPX7
• Portable?: Yes

$499.95 from Amazon

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BEST FOR BLENDING IN

Theater Solutions Wireless Bluetooth Outdoor 6.5-Inch Rock Speaker System, Set of 2

A pair of discreet, yet powerful outdoor rock speakers that blend into the background of your backyard party.

• Battery: 6 hours
• Drivers: 8 ohm deluxe angled woofers
• Waterproof?: No, just water-resistant
• Portable?: Not ideally

$169.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR POOL PARTIES

UE Megaboom 3

If you're looking for a wireless speaker that you won't have to worry about near the pool, this waterproof, floatable option is your best bet.

• Battery: 15 hours
• Drivers: Two 4 ohm full range, two passive radiators
• Waterproof?: Yes, IPX7
• Portable?: Yes

$149.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR SURROUND SOUND

Bose SoundLink Revolve (Series II)

If you're looking for a powerful 360-degree outdoor speaker to deliver impressive sound quality wherever it's placed, then look no further.

• Battery: Up to 13 hours
• Drivers: down-firing, full-range driver with dual-passive radiators
• Waterproof?: No, just water-resistant
• Portable?: Yes

$199.99 from Amazon

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BEST MOUNTABLE SPEAKERS

Pyle Home Indoor/Outdoor Wall-Mount Bluetooth Speaker System

Whether you mount them on your patio or by the pool, these weather-resistant speakers will allow you to stream your music outside without taking up a lot of space.

• Battery: N/A
• Drivers: Low-frequency driver with tweeter and long-throw woofer
• Waterproof?: No, just water-resistant
• Portable?: No

$180.76 from Amazon

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BEST WITH LED LIGHTS

JBL Pulse 4

Combine outdoor music with an impressive LED light show, and you've got yourself the perfect speaker for your next yard party.

• Battery: 12 hours
• Drivers: 20-watt driver and passive radiator
• Waterproof?: Yes, IPX7
• Portable?: Yes

$249.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR THE BASICS

Tribit MaxSound Plus Portable Speaker

For high-quality features at a more affordable price, this wireless speaker is a great choice.

• Battery: 20 hours
• Drivers: Two front-firing 12W drivers
• Waterproof?: Yes, IPX7
• Portable?: Yes

$99.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR PORTABILITY

Soundcore Flare Mini Bluetooth Speaker

A go-anywhere wireless portable speaker with all the lights and sounds to power your party.

• Battery: 12 hours
• Drivers: Twin 5W drivers and dual IIR passive radiators
• Waterproof?: Yes, IPX7
• Portable?: Yes

$42.99 from Amazon

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