The Best Bluetooth Speakers Under $20

Who doesn't love music? Good earbuds or headphones are the best way to enjoy music overall, but sometimes you just want things loud and powerful, and that's where Bluetooth speakers can come in to save the day. The thing is, it can be hard to find lower-priced options that are really good.

It can be hard, but it's not impossible, so that's what I'm here for. Here are eight Bluetooth speakers under $20 that you can get right now. This will beat listening on your phone speakers, several times over.

Best Overall

Notabrick Bluetooth Speaker

$19.98

The first thing you want from a Bluetooth speaker is great sound quality, followed by portability, and then maybe perks like water resistance. This IPX6 speaker from Notabrick is only 4.5 inches tall and with 15W speakers, it sounds amazing. It even has an SD card slot and a 3.5mm jack.

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Best Premium

Cambridge Soundworks Oontz Angle Solo

$19.99

If you put a lot of trust in good brand names and proper build quality, the Cambridge Soundworks OontZ Angle Solo is your best choice on this list. It's compact, IPX5 water resistant, has a eye-catching build, and most of all, sounds fantastic, with 10 hours of playtime.

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Best Budget

Comiso X26M

$9.89

Best Bluetooth speakers under $20? I'll do you one better. How about the Comiso X26M that costs half that amount? You get IP65 weather resistance, an incredibly compact build, microSD support, a built-in microphone and Bluetooth 5.3. This speaker weighs a mere 5.5 ounces, by the way.

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Altec Lansing HydraMini

$15.99

Altec Lansing is one of those companies that specializes in sound (ever seen a laptop with speakers tuned by them?) so you know their speakers are great. The HydraMini is rugged, with an IP67 rating and an "everything-proof" build, so it can take a beating. And just because it's rugged doesn't mean it can't be fun with those LEDs.

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JVC Gumy

$19.99

JVC is another household name on this list. The JVC Gumy is what I'd call a "modern" speaker, despite a somewhat dated design. You get USB-C charging, Bluetooth 5.3, and a built-in speaker. You also get 15 hours of battery life, which you certainly can't hate on.

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Lenrue Bluetooth Speaker

$14.29

The Lenrue Bluetooth speaker is what I'd call a jack-of-all-trades. 12 hours of battery life; support for playback over a 3.5mm jack, USB, or a microSD slot; Bluetooth 5.0; and a built-in mic for calls. Plus, it's available in multiple colors if black is too drab.

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Megatek Bluetooth Speaker

$15.99

This Megatek Bluetooth speaker is one of my favorites on the list, simply because of its minimalist cylindrical look. It comes with 10 hours of battery life, soft touch rubber buttons on the top surface, IPX5 water resistance, and even a 3.5mm input for wired playback. This is one of the easiest speakers to take on the go.

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Ancober Bluetooth Speaker

$19.99

Many speakers on this list aren't the best for a visual spectacle along with audio. The Ancober bucks that trend, with beautiful LED lights across the grille. It has a powerful 15W speaker and can even be paired with a second unit for a party anywhere you go. With IPX4 and Bluetooth 5.3, this is a solid option.

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Enjoy Your Music Out Loud Without Breaking The Bank

Look, you really don't need to pay an arm and a leg to get a portable Bluetooth speaker that you can depend on. This list has some of the most solid options you can get under just $20 and at least one of them is sure to tickle your fancy. Personally, I'd go for the Cambridge Soundworks OontZ just because I'm a big fan of its look, but you might want something different, so let me know in the comments.