Join / Sign In CNET editors pick the products and services we write about. When you buy through our links, we may get a commission. The best Bluetooth wireless speaker for 2021 Portable speakers continue to improve, with better sound and battery life. These are the best ones you can buy right now. There are so many reasons to get a Bluetooth speaker. Maybe you want an outdoor speaker for socially distanced gatherings, maybe you need great sound that can be moved on a whim, or perhaps you're building surround sound with multiple speakers in your home theater. Regardless of your reason, there's almost certainly a portable speaker with powerful sound to meet your needs.