Wireless speakers are not a new invention, but lately, the trend has shifted from Bluetooth speakers to Wi-Fi speakers. To be honest, it happened for a reason. Wi-Fi speakers are capable of delivering better audio quality and controlling seamless, multiroom audio streaming through a few taps on your smartphone. Better yet, many Wi-Fi speakers today also offer voice control, usually via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri.
Whether you want a home voice assistant or just something simple to blast out your favorite tunes, there are plenty of splendid options out there. Without further ado, here are some of the best Wi-Fi speaker recommendations.
IKEA Wi-Fi Symfonisk Bookshelf
If you want something simple, affordable, and high-quality, check out IKEA’s Sonos Symfonisk Bookshelf. While it’s not exactly the top choice for a huge house party, the audio quality is just perfect for background music to boost your mood throughout the day. Its minimalistic yet sophisticated design will blend in and look great in any space. Place it horizontally or vertically, put it on a shelf or mount it on the wall, this Wi-Fi speaker is super versatile and can help you maximize your space usage.
Bose Home Speaker 500
Don’t let its small stature fool you. The Bose Home Speaker 500 is super powerful. It can produce amazing, wall-to-wall stereo sound to fill any living space you put it in. Equipped with built-in voice control that’s compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant as well as 8 built-in microphones, this Wi-Fi speaker is able to receive voice commands effortlessly.
Marshall Acton II Wireless Multiroom Speaker
Marshall's Amazon Alexa-powered Acton II wireless Wi-Fi speaker sports the company's signature guitar-amp-inspired retro design, an old-school rotating knob for adjusting the volume, as well as the bass and the treble output. Setting up the Marshall speakers with a mobile app. The latter also allows users to tweak the sound to their liking.
Apple HomePod Wireless Speaker
The Apple HomePod has a minimalist design, a compact footprint, and great audio quality. In addition to bringing full Siri functionality, the built-in chip of the speaker is also crucial for its audio performance — it utilizes the microphones in real time to ensure that the HomePod delivers perfectly tuned sound in any room.
Sonos One (Gen 2) Smart Speaker
Like its rivals, the Sonos One is compatible with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant voice commands and also works well with Apple AirPlay 2. Sonos has an impressive lineup of Wi-Fi-connected speakers, so you're all but guaranteed to find one that fits your lifestyle and budget.
