Your Ultimate Guide to Finding the Best Bose Speaker for You

If you've ever shopped for a speaker, you've likely come across Bose. Bose has a vast lineup of speakers in a multitude of price points, and considering the iconic brand’s long history of making great products, that’s hardly a surprise. Whether it's their palm-sized speaker that's great for rocking out on the go, their durable outdoor speakers that instantly upgrade the sound of your backyard (among other spaces), or their smart soundbar that can turn any space into a legitimate concert hall, Bose has a great option for every lifestyle and budget.

The Best Bose Speakers

• Most Versatile: Bose Portable Smart Speaker
• Portable and Powerful: Bose SoundLink Micro Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
• Best Smart Speaker: Bose Home Speaker 500
• Best Soundbar: Bose Soundbar 700
• Best Outdoor Speakers: Bose 251 Outdoor Speakers

What to Consider

All of the latest Bose home speakers and soundbars have onboard Wi-Fi connectivity and, thanks to a companion app, an intuitive setup. These product features also allow you to effortlessly access Amazon Alexa or the Google Assistant, as well as Apple AirPlay 2 wireless playback. And with the exception of the audio giant's outdoor speakers, all products have Bluetooth connectivity as well.

The Bose Music companion app, in addition to making the home products' setup an easy process, will also allow you to adjust the sound of the home speakers to your liking. Plus, the companion app will keep your devices up-to-date by prompting you to update them when necessary — something we're all guilty of putting off unless a device constantly reminds us about it.

It's important to note that the outdoor Bose speakers, like all similar products, require a wired installation, a source of audio content, and an amplifier in order to work. Make sure that you have the space and the necessary equipment before purchasing these products.

Enjoy better sound whenever and wherever you need it with one of our favorite Bose speakers.