In search of an inexpensive wireless speaker for yourself or for a present, you will surely visit the online store of Chinese products Aliexpress. In order not to get confused by the variety of products offered to customers, I compiled this rating - TOP-15 of the best speakers with Aliexpress: from budget ones for $ 50, without claims for high quality to those that can compete with devices of famous brands, but cost 2 –3 times cheaper. The rating is based on reviews of bloggers and owner reviews.
GETIHU Bluetooth speaker
Opens the rating Bluetooth speaker with backlight, FM-radio, support for USB, MicroSD for only ... Available in 6 colors, for all body colors, three-color LED backlighting (green, blue, red). 4 operating modes - USB, MicroSD (up to 32 GB), FM-radio and via AUX or Bluetooth with a phone, tablet, computer. Bonus - built-in microphone, using the speaker you can make phone calls. There are 4 buttons on the body - switching the operating mode, adjusting the volume / scrolling through tracks, play / pause / answering a phone call. The sound is loud. This concludes its description, expect high-quality sound from the speaker for not even worth it. Autonomy - up to 3 hours, charging - 2 hours from a low-power charger included or via USB.
Pros:
- price;
- beautiful backlight;
- playback from microSD cards and USB drives;
- there is an FM radio;
- stable bluetooth connection.
Minuses:
- the backlight is not adjustable and does not turn off;
- sound quality;
- weak battery.
Great thing for those who are not picky about sound quality. It can serve as an interior decoration, but it is impossible to turn off the backlight while the speaker is working. A good idea for a Christmas present for a child who is fond of music is cheap and beautiful.
T7 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Has functionality similar to the previous rating participant, except for highlighting. Features - classic discreet design, comfortable carrying handle. Control buttons on the top face. Power - 5W versus 3 in the GETIHU Bluetooth speaker. This is reflected only in volume; sound quality is not for music lovers. Autonomy - up to 3 hours. Price - .
Pros:
- price;
- strict design;
- carrying handle;
- playback from microSD cards and USB-drives;
- FM radio;
- stable bluetooth connection.
Minuses:
- sound quality;
- weak battery;
- no audio jack.
Suitable for travelers or just for outdoor trips by a large company, as a regular speaker to a laptop or computer. You should not expect high sound quality - it corresponds to the price.
HANXI T5
Very compact speaker (92 × 46 mm), lightweight - 15 g. It can please you with music up to 12 hours, however, this time is reduced to 3 hours via Bluetooth. Ready to read mp3 files from a microSD card or flash drive, receives an FM signal.Sound power - 5 watts. It is slightly better than the first two competitors. The column has a degree of moisture protection IPX5. Price - .
Pros:
- price;
- compactness;
- carrying handle;
- playback from microSD cards and USB drives;
- FM radio;
- stable Bluetooth connection;
- powerful battery;
- moisture protection.
Minuses:
- matte body;
- sound quality;
- no audio jack.
A convenient speaker that, due to its dimensions, can always be at hand. The sound is loud, clear, the quality is better than that of the previous participants in the rating.
TG 117
JBL style model. The functionality is similar to the previous copies, but it is possible to connect via the AUX cable. The buttons are backlit. Autonomy - up to 4 hours. Waterproof IPX6. The sound is mediocre. There are no complaints about the volume, but the quality is questionable: there are practically no lows and bass. Price - .
Pros:
- price;
- carrying string;
- 4 operating modes;
- work on the AUX cable;
- stable Bluetooth connection;
- moisture protection.
Minuses:
- sound quality;
- when a USB flash drive is inserted, it is inconvenient to operate the device: the silicone cover, under which the connectors are hidden, closes the control panel.
A suitable option for JBL fans who cannot yet afford a branded speaker. Plays loudly, outperforms cheaper competitors from Aliexpress in sound quality.
TG 518
Small (94 x 94 x 107 mm) 5W portable speaker. Like the previous ones, it has 4 modes of operation, it can work via the AUX cable. Has a built-in microphone. Features - Bluetooth V5.0, ring stand for a smartphone. Watching the video has become more comfortable due to the smartphone you can put on the body of the device. The sound is loud, decent for a Chinese speaker. Autonomy - 2.5 hours. Price - .
Pros:
- price;
- compactness;
- 4 operating modes;
- work on the AUX cable;
- Bluetooth V5.0;
- handle stand for a smartphone.
Minuses:
- mediocre sound quality;
- small autonomy;
- the location of the control buttons below. To press a button, the speaker needs to be lifted, which is inconvenient, especially if there is a smartphone on it.
A good idea for those who need a speaker to complement their smartphone. It can be used as a regular home speaker of a laptop or computer.
EWA A106 Pro
An elegant device in a metal case, recognized as the best in 2017 and 2018 by the authoritative Japanese magazine Monoqlo. Has clear balanced sound, 3W power, stable Bluetooth V5.0 connection. Can work with AUX cable. Autonomy - up to 15 hours (5-6 hours if you listen at full volume). There is a charging indicator - the button illumination changes from blue to red when the charger is connected. Waterproof IPX7. Price - .
Pros:
- metal case;
- compactness;
- case with a carabiner and perforation for the speaker - included;
- good sound compared to cheaper competitors;
- Bluetooth V5.0;
- autonomy;
- work on the AUX cable;
- moisture protection;
- automatic shutdown when idle.
Minuses:
- lack of additional functions (radio, playback from USB, MicroSD;
- limited control (no volume control, no track switching);
Convenient dimensions - can be carried in a bag. Thanks to the complete case, the risk of damage to the device is minimal. Price () is justified. Suitable if you need a speaker with good sound to the detriment of functionality - it works only via Bluetooth and AUX.
NBY 18
A popular model with two speakers with a total power of 6 W and a passive radiator. Sounds great for its price. Has a large volume reserve, 4 modes of operation. It uses a USB charging cable as an antenna for the radio. Autonomy - up to 10 hours. Management - mechanical buttons on the upper edge of the case. Price - .
Pros:
- price;
- Soft-Touch coating;
- stereo sound;
- 4 operating modes;
- work on the AUX cable;
- stable Bluetooth connection;
- autonomy.
Minuses:
- there are copies with poor-quality assembly;
- loud sound when turned on;
- extraneous noise at high volume.
Stereo sound with good bass is the main advantage of this model over its competitors. Suitable for home or for outings in nature, has good autonomy, several operating modes.
TG 113C
Another "zakos" of the Chinese under JBL. Has 2 speakers of 5 watts.It sounds good, high frequencies prevail, but low ones, there is also bass. It works in 4 modes. Has Bluetooth V5.0. There is a handle - a stand for a smartphone. Autonomy - 5-6 hours. Price - .
Pros:
- good sound;
- playback from microSD cards and USB-drives;
- FM radio;
- stable Bluetooth connection;
- autonomy;
- Bluetooth V5.0;
- works via AUX cable.
Minuses:
- not enough bass and treble;
- build quality.
Not a bad model, but the build quality calls into question the price ().
E13 Bluetooth Speaker
Like the previous participant in the rating, it has two 5 W speakers, a built-in microphone. There is a carrying handle and the ability to pair two speakers for louder and better sound. Sound with an emphasis on treble, lows and bass is lacking. Autonomy - 5-6 hours. Price - .
Pros:
- playback from microSD cards and USB drives;
- FM radio;
- stable Bluetooth connection;
- autonomy;
- works via AUX cable;
- the ability to pair two speakers.
Minuses:
- mediocre sound;
- extraneous noise at maximum volume;
- loud sound on / off.
In terms of sound quality, NBY18 loses. It is worth its money only because of the similarity with JBL or not - it's up to you, I think not.
Tronsmart groove bluetooth
Compact speaker, completely protected from moisture. Inside - one speaker with a power of 10 watts. The speaker amazes with its autonomy (up to 24 hours), the introduction of new technologies - type C charging, Bluetooth 5.0, the ability to connect several speakers into one system. The manufacturer decided to leave the radio in the past, the column only plays music from USB, microSD cards and via Bluetooth. Price - .
Pros:
- moisture protection;
- autonomy;
- charging type C;
- Bluetooth 5.0;
- Playback from microSD cards and USB drives.
Minuses:
- no radio;
- mediocre sound with a predominance of high frequencies;
- The claimed result of autonomy is achieved when listening to music from USB or microSD at low volume.
A small, loud speaker with good autonomy and a carrying strap included is suitable for travel.
Mifa A10
One of the most popular columns among AliExpress buyers. Stylish, compact, made in the shape of a triangle, somewhat reminiscent of a woman's cosmetic bag or clutch. Equipped with two 5 W speakers, passive low-frequency radiator, microphone. The sound is decent, although there is little bass. Has a degree of moisture protection IPX5. Autonomy - 10 hours. Price - .
Pros:
- design;
- good materials, build quality;
- good sound;
- autonomy - up to 10 hours;
- moisture protection;
- stable Bluetooth connection;
- work on the AUX cable;
- automatic shutdown after 10 minutes of inactivity;
- the ability to pair two speakers.
Minuses:
- control buttons are not highlighted on the body;
- no USB;
- no radio;
- not enough bass and bass.
A good speaker with sound quality acceptable for its price. It can be used at home and outdoors. In a coloring "graffiti" will become part of the image of the owner.
Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Speaker
A speaker with a nice design, balanced sound. For it are 2 speakers of 3 W each and a passive low-frequency emitter. There is a built-in microphone. Works on both Bluetooth and AUX cable. Plays music from microSD cards. Autonomy - up to 8 hours. Price - .
Pros:
- design;
- good sound;
- convenient management;
- autonomy;
- AUX input;
- playback from microSD;
- charge indicator.
Minuses:
- equipment. No charging cable;
- case material. When dropped, dents remain on the aluminum;
- Chinese voice acting
- inaccuracy of the charge indicator;
- no USB connector;
- no radio;
- you cannot combine multiple columns with each other.
A good column with its flaws. You can save and buy TG113C, keeping order while you’ll only lose a little in autonomy.
MIFA A20
A speaker with two speakers, 3 passive radiators in an aluminum case. Power - 30 watts. The sound is clear, balanced, with a predominance of high frequencies. Autonomy - up to 8 hours Works via Bluetooth, AUX, there is a slot for MicroSD. Price - .
Pros:
- design;
- good sound;
- volume margin;
- convenient management;
- autonomy;
- AUX input;
- playback from microSD;
- charge indicator;
- you can combine several columns with each other.
Minuses:
- no USB port;
- no radio.
A good speaker for home and travel with a large headroom, produces 30 watts against 6 for the Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Speaker, which justifies the higher price.
Anker SoundCore 2
Legendary device, estimated by tens of thousands of users. Has a fully waterproof housing. Equipped with Bluetooth 5.0. For the sound there are 2 speakers with a total power of 12 watts, a passive emitter. The sound is decent, the second advantage is the battery life up to 24 hours. Price - .
Pros:
- good sound;
- materials and build quality;
- autonomy - up to 24 hours;
- AUX input;
- playback from microSD;
- moisture protection.
Minuses:
- no AUX cable included;
- little bass;
- no radio;
- no USB connector.
Perhaps to some people this speaker will seem expensive compared to the MIFA A20, given the advantage of the latter in terms of sound volume. But Anker SoundCore 2 has another plus - autonomy. If at almost the same price you need to choose between these two columns, focus on which criterion is more important for you.
Tronsmart t6 plus
The most expensive column in the ranking - ... Let's figure out how it differs from all the previous ones:
- powerful sound with bass - 2 speakers of 20 watts + passive emitters;
- built-in equalizer;
- Powerbank mode
- volume control with the wheel;
- moisture protection IPX6;
- Bluetooth 5.0;
- up to 16 hours of battery life via Bluetooth;
- USB port
Pros:
- great sound;
- materials and build quality;
- built-in equalizer;
- connector for charging Type C;
- USB connector. You can not only play music from a flash drive, but also charge other devices from the speaker;
- autonomy;
- moisture protection.
Minuses:
- there is noise at maximum volume;
- no radio.
The best speaker in the manufacturer's range. In terms of price-quality ratio, it is definitely worth the money. The sound quality is already close to the popular models from JBL.
